On Top of The Best: The Fiery Heart - Richelle Mead

The Fiery Heart by Richelle Mead
Date Released: November 19, 2013
Publisher: Razorbill
Pages: 438 Pages
Format: Hardcover
Source: Bought @ Barnes and Noble
Rating: LOVED
Series: (Bloodlines #4) 

Goodreads Synopsis: Sydney Sage is an Alchemist, one of a group of humans who dabble in magic and serve to bridge the worlds of humans and vampires. They protect vampire secrets - and human lives.

In The Indigo Spell, Sydney was torn between the Alchemist way of life and what her heart and gut were telling her to do. And in one breathtaking moment that Richelle Mead fans will never forget, she made a decision that shocked even her. . . .

But the struggle isn't over for Sydney. As she navigates the aftermath of her life-changing decision, she still finds herself pulled in too many directions at once. Her sister Zoe has arrived, and while Sydney longs to grow closer to her, there's still so much she must keep secret. Working with Marcus has changed the way she views the Alchemists, and Sydney must tread a careful path as she harnesses her profound magical ability to undermine the way of life she was raised to defend. Consumed by passion and vengeance, Sydney struggles to keep her secret life under wraps as the threat of exposure — and re-education — looms larger than ever.

Pulses will race throughout this smoldering fourth installment in the New York Times bestselling Bloodlines series, where no secret is safe.

From Goodreads

Just the idea of holding the copy of The Fiery Heart:



Just holding the book was amazing. The covers and synopsis always delivers and you already know you got a great book ahead of you. The Fiery Heart was the perfect Bloodlines novel filled with heart-racing romance, action, and stunning revelations. I was blown away and with the last book being a disappointment, The Fiery Heart went back to it's strong Bloodlines traits, I loved it. I'm telling you The Fiery Heart will not disappoint, but blow you away!

Sydney Sage is breaking every Alchemist belief she knows once she started a forbidden romance with Adrian Ivashkov. The tensions are heating especially with Zoe, Sydney's younger sister is at Amberwood, and practicing magic with history teacher, Ms.Terwilliger. I have to say the plot was so wickedly done smart! It flowed and everything went so well together! Amazing plot and even an amazing romance aspect. The Fiery Heart had a lot of romantic tension between Sydney and Adrian, but every fan will love it, trust me it was all good and definitely a hook to the book. 



The characters? Amazingly done and may be even better than they were in Bloodlines! There's always that thing with Sydney I love, her personality that grips you to the book. I don't know if it's the way she says things or her perspective, but it's quirky and fun. The cast of characters are really what holds the book together and this one is the best of them all! I loved it, I devoured it, I re-read it. Amazing job Richelle Mead!



The Fiery Heart is a definite standout with the other books in the Bloodlines series. Richelle Mead blows every reader away with action and suspense, but a amazing cast of characters that go beyond your expectations. I loved The Fiery Heart and I know for a fact every fan of the series will to!

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2014 Kick Off Giveaway!

WE ARE IN 2014!

Finally! To kick off 2014, I'll be doing a giveaway for a mystery book along with a bunch of bookish swag for one lucky US winner! I hope you guys had fun last night or today if you do it today and let's make 2014 our year!

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I can't wait to see how 2014 goes and hopefully it is your year in your life, blogging, and family and friends! Make it the best! Happy Reading!

The Luxe Venice: Venom - Fiona Paul

Venom by Fiona Paul
Date Released: October 30, 2012
Publisher: Philomel
Pages: 331 pages
Format: Hardcover
Source: Target
Rating:
Series: (Secrets of the Eternal Rose #1) 

Goodreads Synopsis: Cassandra Caravello is one of Renaissance Venice’s lucky elite: with elegant gowns, sparkling jewels, her own lady’s maid, and a wealthy fiancé, she has everything a girl could desire. Yet ever since her parents’ death, Cassandra has felt trapped, alone in a city of water, where the dark and labyrinthine canals whisper of escape.

When Cass stumbles upon a murdered woman—practically in her own backyard—she’s drawn into a dangerous world of courtesans, killers, and secret societies. Soon, she finds herself falling for Falco, a mysterious artist with a mischievous grin... and a spectacular skill for trouble. Can Cassandra find the murderer, before he finds her? And will she stay true to her fiancé, or succumb to her uncontrollable feelings for Falco?

Beauty, love, romance, and mystery weave together in a stunning novel that’s as seductive and surprising as the city of Venice itself.

From Goodreads

Venom by Fiona Paul was a book filled with promise, especially with all the great reviews on it, I was bound to pick it up. I have to say that it was a fulfilling, racing, and magical book that brings the world of Venice alive with murder and suspense. I mean the back cover had me hooked and of course I would definitely pick it up! 

The setting is a true seller for the book. Venice? The olden days? Rich Luxe? Count every YA reader in! Who wouldn't want to be there too and I think that was a big part of the book. Here we meet Cassandra, or Cass for short and she's living in a grand villa with her aunt since her parents are dead and she's struggling to find herself. But once she finds a murdered woman, tension heats up and the suspense boils over. She also meets Falco, a local artist who definitely has eyes for her. The chemistry between they was like cat and dog. Always against each other and had this fierce attitude, it was great and I loved it! 

Another this I loved besides a great setting, a great romance, there is also that great pacing with action and suspense that makes this book so gripping! It made the setting come alive and as Cass learned more and more about what Venice truly is, I loved it coming together. The action was done really great in the book! It was small scenes but they were hooking and you can easily visual yourself in Cass's perspective. One thing I would say I didn't like was that Cass need to have more personal thoughts like piecing more of the clues together. It needed that binder to bring the book together more.

Venom was a great book filled with the rich and luxe world of Venice, but equally great chemistry between the protagonist and her artist lover. Throw is well-written scenes of action and suspense you got yourself a true winner!

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Goodbye 2013, Hello 2014!

It's that time when we're approaching the end of the year! Dec 29, Dec 30, Dec 31! Where has time been! I think 2013 was my year in blogging! I challenged myself so much more, decide to put myself more out there, and make a name for my brand, and I all loved the journey!

I won't be doing anything this year like post wise, this is my wrap up post for 2013 and I can't wait to show you all the stuff I have for 2014! :)

BIG THANKS TO ALL THE BLOGGERS, READERS (OF MY BLOG), AUTHORS, AND PUBLICISTS! YOU GUYS KNOW WHO YOU ARE AND YOU ARE SO AMAZING! I AM VERY GRATEFUL TO MEET YOU GUYS!

I also want to do this 2014 List of Resolutions thing I found on Pinterest! I think it's a great way to expand yourself and discover new things!

A bad habit I'm going to break: Definitely stop eating junk food and eat healthy and fresh! I also want to put school first above anything and blogging!

A new skill I'd like to learn: I would really like to learn more about the design aspect of blogging! Maybe a new look for 2014? I don't know but I'm sure excited to do more designing!

A person I hope to be more like: A stronger and more confident person in my life. I need that extra push to get me to new places and experiences. 

A good deed I'm going to do: I was thinking of doing a blogger helper corner to help incoming bloggers find their identity in this big world and establish a steady blog. I think it's definitely going to be great and be super helpful.

A place I'd like to visit: NEW YORK! It's always been on my dream to go there and experience it and I just can't wait for that day. Enough said, the city speaks for itself :)

A book I'd like to read: "A book"? Just one book? Impossible for me! I'm definitely going to raise my goal to 60 next year and I do want to read more Adult books and branch into some John Green books too!

A letter I'm going to write: One to me and my family! Like one of those time-capsule letters you would read in the future. It would be amazing to do that. 

A new food I'd like to try: I would like to try Fajitas! Yes! I never had them before, even though I'm a BIG  fan of Mexican food, it's a must!

I'm doing to do better at: Spending time with family, blogging, and friends! 

Thanks guys! Have a great year and be sure to use the pic and write your own answers! See you in 2014!