Book Review: Restore Me (Shatter Me #4) by Tahereh Mafi

Summary: Juliette Ferrars thought she'd won. She took over Sector 45, was named the new Supreme Commander, and now has Warner by her side. But she's still the girl with the ability to kill with a single touch—and now she's got the whole world in the palm of her hand. When tragedy hits, who will she become? Will she be able to control the power she wields and use it for good?

Release Date: March 2018
Age Group: YA, Dystopian
Source: Purchased
Reviewed By: Nat

Review:

The covers remain epic.

It has all just gone to hell.

I love it.

I hate it.

It better not end like the Divergent series. 

Awaiting Maryn's thoughts...

My feelings when I finished:
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HUH.
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Series Review: Hotbloods 1-4 (Hotbloods, Coldbloods, Renegades, Venturers) by Bella Forrest

Summary: One last adventure. That's all Riley wants before heading off to college and parting ways with her two best friends. Spending their last summer together on a Texas farm in the middle of nowhere isn't quite as exciting as they'd planned...

That is, until they stumble upon secrets no human should know.

Men who appear and disappear.

A giant wing hidden in the creek.

Screams in the dead of night.

Every oddity seems connected to their strange--and alarmingly attractive--new neighbors, led by the stormy-eyed Navan. For reasons she can't explain, Riley feels drawn to him and the story of his past.

But Navan has a monstrous side, one that grants him incredible powers that are not of this world...and ashen skin that feels like fire to the touch.

When events take a dangerous twist, Riley is determined to protect her friends at all costs, but as she unravels each thread of the mystery, she finds herself entangled in a supernatural conquest that is far bigger than Texas... and even Earth itself.

A mystery.
A romance.
And a journey that could change the fate of the human race.

Prepare for a unique spin on the lore you love - and an adventure that is as thrilling as it is unexpected. 

Release Date: November 2017
Age Group:  YA, Paranormal
Source: KindleUnlimited
Reviewed By: Nat

Review:
I am a devout Bella Forrest fan. Her series are the kind that keep on giving... like a lot... as in 50 books for A Shade of Vampire series... Yes, I've read every.single.one. 

I had to download a series reading order off of Kindle just to keep me straight! These are the books that are my "go-to fillers" between review books. They are easy, quick and I can't guess the plot. #winning

Today, I realized I've never reviewed a single one! Why?!

Because I typically review series when they finish and guess what? THESE DON'T END! Which is a big part of their magic.🎶🎶>insert magical fairy music<🎶🎶

I really enjoy the writing style of Forrest and how she has no problem wrapping up one group of characters and heading down a completely unexpected path with a new, related cast. I like the familiarity of the worlds and how easily I can jump back in at anytime.

So, when I saw that she had a new paranormal series out I drank the KoolAid!

The Hotbloods series may be about vampires but I assure you they are unlike any you have ever encountered (and VERY different from A Shade of Vampire). The world is vicious, galactic and unpredictable. And it takes the idea of a Wicked Queen to a whole new level.

I'm not going to try to describe the twists and turns of each book, it's a waste of reading time. As a matter of fact, you are wasting time now. Go. Shew. Vamos Amigo!

If you are interested in A Shade of Vampire series, HERE is a review of book #1

Book Review: The Legend of Rock Paper Scissors by Drew Daywalt & Adam Rex (🗿📄✂️ )

Summary: You’ve played the game. Now read the legend of how it all began . . .

Long ago, in an ancient and distant realm called the Kingdom of Backyard, there lived a warrior named ROCK.

Meanwhile in the Empire of Mom’s Home Office, a second great warrior sought the glory of battle. And his name was PAPER.

At the same time, in the Kitchen Realm, in the tiny village of Junk Drawer, lived a third warrior. They called her SCISSORS.

These three were the strongest, smartest, and fastest in all the land. Time and again they beat the most fearsome opponents they could find: an apricot, a computer printer—even frozen, breaded, dinosaur-shaped chicken nuggets! But when the warriors finally meet each other, the most epic round of battles begins . . . and never ends. That is why, to this day, children around the world honor these worthy adversaries by playing ROCK, PAPER, SCISSORS!

Release Date: April 2017
Age Group: Childrens, Picture Books, Humor
Source: Purchased at Scholastic Book Fair
Reviewed By:  Nat & The Boys

Review:
Playing Rock, Paper, Scissors is a right of passage in life. I mean, I'm pretty sure I've made the challenge in adulthood and thrown my hands up in victory. You know, winning is equivalent to the lottery because you have wagered something B-I-G. Like, who is going to turn off the bedroom light, who is going to pump the gas, who is going to do the walk of shame and drop the kids of tardy??? Who WHO W-H-O. The loser of course. The one that throws down Scissors at the wrong moment. The one who thinks you are always going to choose Rock and shoots down Paper! The Big "L" that's who.

Adulting. It's hard.

In childhood, Rock Paper Scissors determines who's "it" or decides who gets to go "first" or who has to follow through with "the dare". I know my monsters have been posted on our town crime watch thanks to losing a round of Rock, Paper, Scissors... yea, you read that right. They thought ding-dong ditching the grumpy neighbors (with cameras) was a brilliant idea. It wasn't.

The Legend of Rock Paper Scissors was epic! The Boys thought the images were so strong and cool. I mean, I was a little intimidated by Rock and I wanted Scissors to do my homework (he/she had that nerdy vibe).

The battles throughout were entertaining, hilarious and fun to read aloud. When rock battles the apricot we were cracking up at the fuzzy little butt reference. I mean, what little boy doesn't appreciate butt humor. Adam Rex really knocked it out with the illustrations! 👊🏽

I feel like this picture book needs a warning:

WARNING: This book is guaranteed to result in an epic battle of Rock Paper Scissors. No one is safe. You may be challenged by your toddler or your grandmother. Be cautious when making eye contact, battles can occur at any moment. Take care of those fingers and keep your reflexes sharp.

You've been warned. 

xoxoxo 🗿📄✂️ 

The Legend of Rock Paper Scissors is an excellent gift. It is entertaining and fun to read aloud! Plus, you get to battle when it's over. 🗿📄✂️  #forlife