monkeywuv's Book Reviews

Fallen

2010-05-20T22:23:00.000-07:00

Fallen by Lauren Kate. This book is about 350-400 pages long. When i first off started reading this book, i was not easily convinced to start reading it. So following the " dont judge a book by its cover" rule i kept on reading and i was shocked on how easily i was attached to this book. I could not put it down. I should have known immediately about what the book was going to be about by the title, but i didnt. This book is about fallen angels and true love. This genre is not a popular one, but definitely one that i like. I fell in love with the characters. If i could live in a world of pure fantasy, i would definitely have angels.

Shadowland

2010-05-03T21:52:00.000-07:00

Shadowland by Alyson Noel. Its about 350 pages long. I didn't think this book could get any better and it did. What is worse not being able to be with the one you love who is immortal, and the answer is having "partner" from your every life come back in every life to try to be with you. Philosophically speaking, this book is amazing. I leaves you wondering what can happen if you leave the love of your life. I cant wait for the next one!

Blue Moon

2010-04-21T16:07:00.001-07:00

Blue Moon by Alyson Noel. Give or take 350 pages. Oh man you don't know what your missing on with this book. It was amazing you cant better than this book. I mean seriously i was shocked, i didn't think you can get better than this book. The whole drama of having the love of your life and then meeting your nemesis, its very interesting. I know for a fact that the first one was good but the second was better.

Lover Avenged

2010-04-06T19:48:00.000-07:00

Lover Avenged by J. R. Ward. Its about 500+ pages but its worth reading. Out of all the books, this one is more compassionate. I relate to the characters and the plot is different from the other books. This is book seven and as far as im concern there is one more after this one which is called Lover Mine. Im a sucker for these books, once i start i cant put it down. I get enthralled by it and well J.R. Ward is a wonderful author.

Dont be that Girl

2010-04-04T16:46:00.000-07:00

Don't be that Girl by Travis L. Stork, MD and Leah Furman. This book is about 150 pages. This book is mostly psychological. Its very interesting to read the whole thing. It deals with the "types of girls" that out there. How can i put it, its a book for girls written by "The Bachelor" himself telling girls his opinion about how girls should behave when dating a new guy. He does not degrade women. On the contrary, he makes girls understand that sometimes guys can be jerks and how girls can change to finally meet "prince charming." I feel like this book should be read by single and in a relationship girls. It made me have an epiphany and realize that i was wrong. In case you read it, you would know what I'm talking when you hit the Lost Girl chapter. I feel that in the end this book is exactly what i needed with self-esteem and helped me be prepared when it comes to dating. It doesn't hurt to read it and i really do recommend girls to read it.

Catching Fire

2010-04-02T17:03:00.000-07:00

Catching Fire by Suzanne Collins. This book has approx. 400 pages. This book is the second installment of the trilogy of the Hunger Games. Let me start saying that if you read my review for the Hunger Games, you would understand that i thought it was an amazing job. Know this book is beyond amazing. In my opinion its better than the 1st one. Second installments tend to (being brutally honest) suck. I feel that Ms. Collins surprised me to the limit. I feel like its not like any other book before because this book kept me from sleeping. It was a page turner, i couldn't stop. Also this book has the ending that will surprised me. It has an odd ending but you will end up craving the next one. I cant wait.

Tempted

2010-04-02T16:50:00.000-07:00

Tempted by P.C. Cast and Kristen Cast. This book has about 325 pages. But they are the best 325 pages you can ever read. The ending is completely shocking and I was speechless when i finished it. But let me explain that if you haven't read the previous 5 books, this one is going to be difficult to understand. But its worth reading all six books. I have to say that out of this series, its not one of the best ones. It was interesting but in my opinion book number 3 is the best. What i didn't like about this book is that it didn't have enough action like the others ones. Yet, the authors created a the best ending so far. I really cant wait for Burned which is yet to be released on 4-27-10. Its around the corner so be prepared for the next one.

Night World

2010-03-29T20:40:00.000-07:00

The Night World by L.J. Smith. This series cointain about 500 pages but each book as 3 parts to them. In the end all of the books are related in one way or another. Great fantasies about how amazing this world would be if we had an actual night world. When i mean night world, i refer to vampires, werewolves, witches, goblins, fairies and much more. I enjoy this series. If im not mistaken there is one more book in the series, i just have to get it and read it and then tell you about it. For know i do recommend this book, it goes at an extremely fast pace and by the time you notice, you are already at the end of the book.

Thrist no.1

2010-03-29T20:27:00.000-07:00

Thirst No.1 by Christopher Pike.Its about 500 pages, but i assure you its a good book. I recently got sick, actually im still sick, but even through that i was still reading. Man this book had me captivated from the beginning. In my opinion it was very philosophical and understanding the nature of human beings and their emotions. In other words, the meaning of life. As the tittle says it, it is about vampires. Interesting sort of vampires. I have had my share of vampire books and this is one by far one type i like of vampires. In my opinion this book is that it gives you insight of the world around you. Moral issues are discussed giving a reader to pick and choose what side are they on.

The Luxe by Anna Godbersen

2010-03-12T20:53:00.000-08:00

The Luxe by Anna Godbersen. This book is approximately 425 pages long. It is a series of book. I'm pretty much sure that there are 3 more after this one. Well for my point of view is that if you like the Gossip Girl book and TV show, your definitely going to like this one. I personally did enjoy it because it had to deal with engagements and marriage and death and well drama. It is based on the morality of the late 1800's so its very interesting.

OMG, its been a while

2010-03-09T23:24:00.000-08:00

So i know that i have been gone for a while and you will understand better if you keep up with my blog
http://monkeywuvsdiary.blogspot.com/.

So im going to try my best to finish reading this book I have in my hand called The Luxe and as soon as im done im posting up the review. Im so sorry but lots have been going on, but now im ready and back and fierce as ever. So keep coming back and see the new posts soon!!

KissCut

2009-10-26T13:43:00.000-07:00

KissCut by Karin Slaughter. It has 340 pages. Ok this is the story, I hjad nothing to do so i went to the library trying to find something to read. So I stumbled on this book and i decided to take it home and read it. I was amazed on how good this author wrote this book. I finished this book in two days. I some how couldnt put it down. I was flabbergasted when i read the book. Every time i started to analyze the book, some twist to the plot put me on first base. This story, is a mystery/detective work, more like CSI, if you watch the show then you understand what i am trying to say. I recommend to read this book to any one who wants a change of genre. Once in a while doesnt hurt, right? This book deals with pornography, death, murder, pain, castration and so much more.

Lover Awakened

2009-10-21T14:32:00.000-07:00

Lover Awakened by J. R. Ward. Approx. 500 pages long. Honestly, every time i read the next book in the series, i am stunned. I love everything, like i said before i enjoy every page of the book. It makes me crave more. What i like about this book, is that the character is a troubled man, his past haunts him and he is scarred by it. He shows his love in a different way and means everything he does. This erotic/love story captivates every ones mind, in which you travel far from reality.

Circus of the Damned

2009-10-17T14:32:00.000-07:00

Circus of the Damned by Laurell K. Hamilton. Approx. 350 pages. If anyone has read the past 2 reviews on this series, knows that this series its good. This book only keeps proving my point. I was liked how this series had me on my toes the whole time while i was reading it. I honestly thought ma petite was going to die. I am obsessed with this series.

Prisoner of my Desire

2009-10-11T08:40:00.000-07:00

Prisoner of my Desire by Johanna Lindsey. Its has approximately 300 pages. This book has a different way of style. Its different but i enjoy it. It captivated my attention and i read the whole thing really fast. I recommend it to anyone who like old school stuff, from the 11th century kind of thing. The whole book is quite interesting. Im pretty sure this book can be found it the library.

Lover Eternal

2009-10-07T22:36:00.000-07:00

Lover Eternal by J.R. Ward. It is 449 pages long. Hmmm, where do i start. This book is amazing. Its the second book in the Black Dagger Brotherhood novel. I am in love with this series. This book focuses on Rhage on of the brothers. He falls in love with Mary, and well their romance cannot be described by words. The author is extremely detailed in the erotic parts. This book will leave you thinking if you can actually find love like Mary's and Rhage's. I enjoyed every single bit of this book. Im getting the next one soon, so expect a review.

Laughing Corpse

2009-10-01T20:40:00.000-07:00

Laughing Corpse by Laurell K. Hamilton. It has about 350 pages. This book is the second installment of the Anita Blake Vampire Hunter novel. Over all i give it a good review. Some parts can be kind of boring, but when the actions starts then you are incredibly hooked on it. I love the ma petite parts of the story. You will understand when you read it.

Jessica's Guide to Dating on the Dark Side

2009-09-23T09:04:00.000-07:00

Jessica's Guide to Dating on the Dark Side by Beth Fantaskey. It has 351 amazing pages. I know i have read extremely great books including the Twilight Saga but i have to say this is by far the best book i have ever read. I could of changed some parts of the book and the ending, but it was amazing. I never thought a book could cause me to break down and cry, to make me relate to the characters to an emotional level. I guess since this book hits so close to home. Anyways, above all this book exceeds all my expectations that a book must contain. I would recommend it to every vampire book lover.

Blue is for Nightmares, White is for Magic, Silver is for Secrets, Red is for Rememberance

2009-09-19T20:40:00.000-07:00

Blue is for Nightmares, White is for Magic, Silver is for Secrets, Red is for Rememberance by Laurie Faria Stolarz. Each book has about 300 pages, but they are extremely easy reads. It about Stacy, a hederitary witch, who practices wicca, and who has nightmares that predict the death of someone close to her. It contains a lot of mistery and a lot of suspense. I enjoy it a lot. It leaves the reader thinking exactly what is happening and leaves the minds of the readers analyzing exactly what is happening.

Dark Lover

2009-09-15T08:36:00.000-07:00

Dark Lover by J. R. Ward. How can i describe this book. Amazing, enchanting, revealing. It makes you roam the possibilities of this world or next. It makes you wonder what real love can do to your mind and body. It makes the reader engage in the realm of the writer. Makes you actually believe that this fantasy might actually come true. There are no words that can describe how this book left me wanting to read the end of this series. Im currently awaiting to get the second installment of this series, so await the next book review of the Black Dagger Botherhood.

Guilty Pleasures

2009-09-12T10:00:00.000-07:00

Guilty Pleasures by Laurell K. Hamilton. This book has 311 pages. The way to describe this book its that im looking forward to finish reading the series. I finished this book quickly. It was hard to put it down and i loved it. I cant complain about this book. Its amazing, read it and you will agree with me.

The Blackstone Chronicles

2009-09-09T08:05:00.000-07:00

The Blackstone Chronicles by John Saul. It has about 525 pages. Again with the master of horror. How can i describe this book...well first of this book is a series of 6 books put together. Do you understand when i say that there are some books you live with whether you finish it or not? Well i could not put this book down and when i did, i was actually thinking about the book and trying to analyze everything. He wrote an amazing book and in the end you realize what exactly happened. It makes your imagination roam wild and makes you believe in things you never expected possible. John Saul, this book was amazing, loved reading it and hopefully you make more.

Necking

2009-09-07T13:46:00.000-07:00

Necking by Chris Salvatore. It cointains 279 pages. This book is about a publicist who publishes or exhibits books. Her clients are actual werewolves, vampires, fairies, and all the good stuff. She falls in love with a vampire and through out the book she realizes how she is willing to give up all her life just to be with this one guy. This book is entertaining, i finished it in about 2 days. It has a lot details and it was a great book. The only thing i did not like was the ending, i was expecting an epic battle, but the bad dies quickly. It was worth the read, so enjoy.

The Wereling Trilogy

2009-08-31T08:14:00.000-07:00

The Wereling Trilogy by Stephen Cole. The books are roughly 250 pages, its an extremely easy to read book and this trilogy will have your imagination running wild soon. Highly recommend this trilogy because it reveals a world where you wonder if this can be true. True love and animal insticts of werewolves come out to make this books become wonderful.

Faces of fear...

2009-08-25T07:56:00.000-07:00

Faces of Fear by John Saul. It has around 325 pages. To start off, John Saul is known for being a master in horror books, and this book actually proves it. In this book he proves how people of high class, or better known as the wealthy population, use their money to enhance or make themselves look better through plastic surgery. John Saul uses plastic surgery for the basis of this book and how easily plastic surgery becomes an obsession and how that obession can turn deadly. I personally love every single John Saul book and this book is no exception.

Sandra Brown

2009-08-01T18:31:00.000-07:00

Sandra Brown. One of my favorite authors. I have read a whole mess of her books and i love them. I recently read The Witness and it was amazing and extremely full of suspense. She has tons of books and i would recommend you visit her site at www.sandrabrown.net for all her books. Dont forget to tell me if you like any of them.

Eternal

2009-07-08T12:17:00.002-07:00

Eternal by Cynthia Leitich Smith. This book is about 310 pages long. This book is a "2 person view." Its like one chapter is one character and the second chapter is another character. Its a different style of writing in not used to but i liked the new experience. The plot of the book is not that interesting. I was expecting more of the book and didnt receive what i wanted. I like the part about the angels and how good always wins over evil and the idea of redemption, but over all the book was ok. I think that the book needed more. Read it for your self and tell me your opinion.

Night Road

2009-07-08T12:17:00.001-07:00

Night Road by A. M. Jenkins. I think it has about 350 pages. This book is from a guy's prospective. Its not the traditional "vampire" book, they are called hemevores. The book is about finding ones self and a metamorphosis from a boy to a man. It was interesting in a way. The author wrote a great book, but i wanted more. It was not enough for me. I liked it but like i said earlier, i wanted more.

Evermore

2009-07-03T17:34:00.000-07:00

Evermore by Alyson Noel. This book contains 300 pages. This book is beyond perfect and its considered now one of my favorite books of all times. This book made me cry. Its one of the books that is engraved in my mind with The Twilight Saga, The Harry Potter Series, and the Mortal Instruments Trilogy. This book is beyond perfect. It made me realize how the world and teenagers really are. Nothing compares to this book, and i promise you that it will be one of the greatest book you will ever read. True love a great theme to this book, and will leave you breathless to understand the concept of love. The sequel Blue Moon will be out in stores on August 2009, next month!

The Awakening

2009-07-01T21:54:00.000-07:00

The Awakening by Kelley Armstrong. This book has about 360 pages, its not a lot. This book was amazing, beyond perfect. Usually sequels have a twist but you can see it coming, but not this one. I can actually say its better than the first, in my opinion at least. This book starts with Chloe in the "mental institution" and it follows her through out her escape from there. Bonds forms and i believe that in the next book there is going to be love and broken hearts. I loved it, i basically read the entire book in one day. It was that good. I enjoyed it, but remember this book follows The Summoning. So check out that review also.

I am currently reading Evermore by Alyson Noel. I'm barely in the first 4 chapters and trust me its amazing. I cant believe this masterpiece of a book. Check soon for the review.

New Books...

2009-06-29T19:27:00.000-07:00

I got new books today! Im so excited of reading them. I got The Awakening by Kelley Armstrong. I have already started reading it and well, in a couple of days you will be seeing a review. I also got Im reading these in order in which i have them so pretty soon i will have a post on all of these. Have a nice day and check back soon.

Raven

2009-06-25T20:35:00.000-07:00

Raven by Allison Van Diepen. This book has about 300 pages and its a fast read. I finished this book in a day. This book its like something i have never read. Its about looking into your soul and figuring out what truly matters in life. Its kind of like a vampire book, but not really and it has a twist of what really means to truly love someone. This book is something i really enjoyed and would recommend it to everyone.

The Summoning

2009-06-19T23:35:00.000-07:00

The Summoning by Kelly Armstrong. The book has 320 pages and its a easy read. The novel starts twelve years prior to the present, and introduces Chloe Saunders, a three year old girl. . Chloe does not like to go into the basement because she see ghosts. As she grows up she sees a ghost when she is at school. She then is sent to an asylum and she truely discovers her powers. Its a beautiful book and the second book The Awakening is now out. I'll be getting it soon so i will review it. Keep checking to see when i post it =)

Stargazer

2009-06-10T20:20:00.000-07:00

Stargazer by Claudia Gray. This book has 259 pages, and its a really easy read. I finished it in 2 days and trust me its worth it. This is the sequel to Evernight. If you havent read the review on Evernight please do so. How can i put this, this book is amazing, true love test its limits and it proves that true love will prevail against everything. Vampires, vampires and more vampires. I mean if i tell you about what the book is about then i will kill the book for others that want to read it. But its action pack and it has unexpected twists that will leave the reader wanting for more. I am sorry i have not been able to post any new book in a couple of days and i apologize, there has been some complications. If you want to know then follow me at http://monkeywuvsdiary.blogspot.com/

The Mortal Instruments

2009-06-05T22:54:00.003-07:00

The Mortal Instruments Trilogy by Casandra Clare. I would recommend this book to any book lover that is seeking for intertainment, love, fighting, broken heart, misleading facts and suspension. This trilogy consists of City Of Bones, City of Ashes, and City of Glass. City of Glass recently came out and it was greatly anticipated by fans of the trilogy. This trilogy starts in New York, Claire' is found out that she is a Shawdown hunter. That means that her world opens up to see vampires, globlins, fairies, witches, warlocks, ghost, and a whole bunch more. She meets Jace Wayland and she falls in love with him unknowinly that he is her brother. Adding to the drama her mom is kidnapped and she must figure out how she can make her better. She goes through a journey to find out who she really is and secrets are revealed. Like it? Then read the trilogy. The books range fro 500-550 pages, but trust me they are worth it.

Stargazer

2009-06-05T22:44:00.000-07:00

Couple days ago, i said i had not read stargazer and i havent...lol...but i got the book...im so excited to read the book, but i am currently reading another book, so i have to finish reading one book to move on to the other one, but i promise i will post the review on this book when im done. Im so excited so the review will just be couple days away... so check soon!!

Evernight

2009-06-02T14:51:00.000-07:00

Evernight by Claudia Gray. this book is about Bianca, a new student at Evernight academy. This place is creepy and Gothic and she knows that she doesn't belong. She forced to live with classmates that are complete foils to each other. But them she meets Lucas, her star crossed lover. She will risk anything to be with him, but dark, ancient secrets are fated to tear them apart… and to make Bianca question everything she’s ever believed to be true. Think of it as Romeo and Juliet but vampire style but with more action. I love this book, it is extremely easy and fast to read. Recommend it to everyone. This is the first book of four. The second book Stargazer is now on sale, so if you like this one, check out Stargazer. I have not read Stargazer but i will soon. I will tell you how it goes.

Inheritance Cycle

2009-06-01T19:29:00.000-07:00

Inheritance Cycle by Christopher Paolini. These book has pages ranging about 700-999. They are very long books, but trust me they are worth it. These books begin in Alagaesia. They focus on a Eragon and his dragon Saphira as he becomes one of the few remaining Dragon Riders. The Dragon Riders were almost destroyed by a Rider named Galvatorix and the Forsworn. After the Fall, when most of the Riders were slain, Galbatorix claimed the throne of Alagaesia. The tyrant king's greatest fear is that a new Rider will rise up and usurp his position as king of the Empire. Through the efforts of the rebel group, the Varden, and their leader/founder, Brom a dragon egg is stolen from Galbatorix, and by a whim of fate, is thrust upon a young farm boy in Palancar Valley named Eragon. As Galbatorix attempts to capture Eragon and his dragon, Eragon begins a journey into the past and the future of Alagaesia. The fourth book is yet to be named and does not have a date on when it will come out. There is a lot of mystery and a lot of unexpected events that leave the reader breathless. I would recommend it to anyone who like to devour a fantasy book.

2009-05-31T12:13:00.000-07:00

Dark Curse by Christeen Feehan. This book has more or less 500 pages. Born into a world of ice, and slave to her evil father, Lara Calladine knew only paralyzing fear as a child. Human, yet mage, she has the blood of three species yet she does not belonged to none. She walked her chosen path alone, guided by the wisdom of her aunts who taught her never to trust anyone. Today Lara is the leading expert in the field of ice cave study around the world and the healing microorganisms that thrive in them. One day she meets Nicolas De La Cruz, whom centuries of hunting and killing have made him think of suicide. Dangerous and arrogant, he still longs to feel sensual love without the hunger for blood. Now, between Lara and Nicolas, a tenuous trust has emerged, and a passion neither has ever known before as a melody of dark promise begins. But as each scales the treacherous land of the Carpathian in search of their past, they also harbor a secret that could save or destroy them. And as each may be desirous of a new beginning as life mates, they are also haunted by the unknown dangers of a dark curse.

Blue Bloods

2009-05-29T22:38:00.000-07:00

The Blue Bloods Series by Melissa De La Cruz. The book has about 300-350 pages. It an easy read. This books start with a secret, vampires. The vampires assimilated quickly into the New World, rising to levels of enormous power, wealth, and influence, they were the celebrated “blue bloods” of American society. And they kept that secret for centuries. Now in the 21st century the protagonist Schuyler Van Alen is a sophomore at a prestigious private school. Suddenly, when she turns fifteen, there is a visible mosaic of blue veins on her arm. She starts to crave raw food and she is having flashbacks to ancient times. Suddenly a vampire teen is found dead. A threat is among the vampires and they protect themselves before they die. This is a great series and i am awaiting the 4th book, The Van Alen Legacy, and it is said it will come out 10/6/09.

Vampire Academy Series

2009-05-28T12:26:00.000-07:00

Vampire Academy Series by Richelle Mead. The pages from these books are range from 300-350. The plot from these book are incredible. It is written in a first-person perspective following the main character, Rose Hathaway and her time at St. Vladimir's Academy, a vampire boarding school. In her many adventures she becomes a woman, and as life continues she is able to understand the true meaning of love and lust. This series will leave you wanting more. I promise that you will not put down these books until you are finished. The 4th book in the series is Blood Promise which will come out on 8/25/09.

The Hunger Games

2009-05-28T11:42:00.000-07:00

The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins. It contains 374 pages. This is the first book in the Hunger Games trilogy. This book is about 16 yr old Katniss Everdeen whose fate brought her to annual event, the hunger games. Here, the Capitol randomly selects one boy and one girl from each of the twelve districts to kill amongst themselves until only one remains. This suspenseful and action packed book explains the theory of the survival of the fittest. It such a great book and I would recommend it to anyone who is looking for a thrilling adventure. I am currently waiting the next book in the series, Catching Fire. The release date for the 2nd book in the trilogy is set to be on 9/1/09.

House of Night Series

2009-05-28T08:01:00.000-07:00

House of Night Series by P.C Cast and Kristin Cast. These are wonderful books. Created to fit every ones imagination. These books have a great characters that captivate your mind and make you fall for them. For example, I am currently in love with the main character Erik Night. He is a adult vampire that is in love with the protagonist Zoey Redbird. Their love has had extreme up and downs. Zoey has the power to use the 5 elements at her will, fire, water, earth, spirit and air. This series is awaiting the 6th book Tempted to be released on 10/27/09. These book have more or less 300-350 pages. Its great for the summer and it will keep you wanting more.

Twilight Saga

2009-05-27T10:04:00.001-07:00

The Twilight Saga by Stephanie Meyer. I am guessing most of you have read these books right? Well, these are incredible books. This well written books captivate any reader, from young to old, from the beginning of the first book, Twilight, to the last book, Breaking Dawn. The books have amazing detailed characters that are brought to life and Just to give you a glimpse the books deal with a human, Isabella Swan, falling in love with a the most handsome vampire, Edward Cullen. Their love brings obstacles that they both have to face in order for them to have a happily ever after. So if you are interested in the vampire/werewolf phenomenon, there are a great book for you. These books range roughly from about 500-750 pages long. I would definitely recommend it to anybody who wants to have a great experience a book.

Introduction

2009-05-27T08:22:00.000-07:00

This is my first post, so i hope you enjoy it. I bet your thinking "book review, who would do a blog on a book review?" and the answer is I will. Books are amazing and they create a world of imagination where your mind gets lost and its captivated by the authors words. Some times books liberate you from the tension of everyday life. Whatever is the reason why you read books just remember that here you will find "review" of what i thought of the books i have read so far. Oh and by the way if there is a book you would like to read about or recommend feel free to tell me. Thanks!