Reading Is My Breathing: STACKING THE SHELVES: June 2015

Saturday, 27 June 2015

STACKING THE SHELVES: June 2015

Stacking The Shelves is all about sharing the books you are adding to your shelves, may it be physical or virtual. This means you can include books you buy in physical store or online, books you borrow from friends or the library, review books, gifts and of course ebooks! Hosted by Tynga’s Reviews.

Due to vacation, I have been on blogging hiatus whole June. But it wasn't just my blog that suffered, it was my reading habit as well. Work and other responsibilities were kicking my butt when I came back home from vacation and I simply had almost zero time for reading. I managed to read only 3 (quite short) books and that was it. Hopefully I will have more reading time next month.

E-BOOKS (READ):

Made You Up by Francesca Zappia (4 STARS)

Made You Up is very intriguing and fascinating novel about schizophrenia (one of the best novels about mental illness I've ever read in general) with super cute, quirky and slow-burn romance. Read it guys.

An Ember in the Ashes by Sabaa Tahir (3.5 STARS)

An Ember in Ashes in well thought-out and engaging dystopia novel with unique take on romance(s). However, I couldn't connect with characters on emotional level and I found heroine too powerless for my liking. And reading about damsel in distress who needs constant saving is not my favorite thing when it comes to adventurous fantasy novels. Still, I do plan to read next installment.

Anne & Henry by Dawn Ius (2 STARS)

What a disappointment. Full review coming soon.

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WHAT DID YOU ADD TO YOUR SHELVES RECENTLY?

HAVE YOU READ ANY OF ABOVE MENTIONED BOOKS?

Lucia @Reading Is My Breathing

Lucia is 29 years old passionate reader and reviewer who enjoys talking about all bookish things. Currently she lives in Prague, works in business industry and dreams of starting her own publishing company. Her weakness? She can never say no to cake, coffee or good novel.

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Latte Nights Reviews · 516 weeks ago

OmG you read An Ember In The Ashes!! I'm dying to read that one!

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Lucia 94p · 515 weeks ago

It is good book, I hope you will enjoy it when you get to reading it :)

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iskultripscans 74p · 515 weeks ago

Yeah, it was the same for me with regards to An Ember in the Ashes. It had a good premise, but the writing was so lacking because it just lacked that emotional pull necessary to reel me in. And yes, a powerless, flat-sounding heroine didn't help, either!
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Lucia 94p · 515 weeks ago

Yep, I expected deeper emotions but did not feel any when reading An Ember in the Ashes. Hopefully, author will up the game and emotions in sequel.

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lisalostinlit 58p · 515 weeks ago

I'm so sad that you were disappointed with Anne & Henry. I was so excited to read it. I still hope to start it soon, and hopefully I will enjoy it more. Welcome back from vacation! :)
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Lucia 94p · 515 weeks ago

I was very disappointed myself :( I really wanted to like Anne & Henry but there were too many things that bothered me. I will be posting my full review this wednesday. Hopefully, you will enjoy it better when you get to it, Lisa.

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downrightdystopian 68p · 515 weeks ago

I'm glad to see that you liked Made You Up. I've been wanting to check it out for a while but I still haven't gotten around to purchasing a copy. I hope you enjoy Everything Everything. It's one of my most anticipated reads.
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Lucia 94p · 515 weeks ago

I have high hopes for Everything, Everything as well. Synopsis sounds sooo good :)
And I recommend Made You Up. It was very fascinating story.

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Tiffany · 515 weeks ago

I have read Anne and Henry. I actually enjoy it more than you, but there's something that I dislike. I end up giving it 3.5 stars. Glad you like Made You Up! Many people seems to love it, so I really should give it a try :)
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Lucia 94p · 515 weeks ago

I need to check your Anne & Henry review when you post it. I am curious what did you dislike!
Thanks for stopping by, Tiffany :)

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caitdrews 124p · 515 weeks ago

I agree about Ember in the Ashes. :( Although it was the shoddy world building that got me (I just felt like it didn't explain anything!) and the romance...gah. I hope Laia and Elias don't get together. THEY ARE SO NOT RIGHT FOR EACH OTHER. *hyperventilates passionately* I'm reviewing it tonight. x)

I'm curious to what you think of Everything, Everything! I didn't have a wonderful time with it, but I've heard soooo many people love it. xD

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Lucia 94p · 515 weeks ago

I am not sold on any couple in Ember in the Ashes yet. I liked the premise and action and tried to pay no attention to romance because I would be frustrated LOL :) Cannot wait to read your review!

And I read your thoughts on Everything, Everything on Goodreads. I am very picky when it comes to YA contemporary so I am trying to lower my expectations before I start reading it...

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Zoe · 515 weeks ago

I completely agree with you about Ember in the Ashes - it was such an interesting and entertaining story; but there were so many plot and world-building holes. (And the romance was just overcomplicated). Looking forward to seeing what you think about Everything, Everything! Thanks for sharing and, as always, fabulous review! <3

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Zoe · 515 weeks ago

Ugh. By review I meant post. Haha - my bad! Sorry about that!

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Lucia 94p · 515 weeks ago

I plan to start Everything, Everything next week. I am curious myself, hopefully it will be a good one :)

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Benish · 515 weeks ago

Everything, Everything was just sooo sooo good :) It reminds me of Rapunzel, but it's still unique in it's own way. I look forward to reading your review on it soon.

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Lucia 94p · 515 weeks ago

Oh, that is encouraging to hear that you liked it so much :) It is next on my TBR so I should start it soon.

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Olivia · 514 weeks ago

Glad to have you back from your hiatus! I have actually just finished Made You Up yesterday, and would have to agree with you - such a wonderful book that handles the idea of mental illness very well. I also think Everything Everything might be a great book! It sounds promising.

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Lucia 94p · 513 weeks ago

Made You Up was great, wasnt it? I am glad you enjoyed it too :) And I finished Everything, Everything the other day. I will post my review soon!

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