The "I Never" Book Tag

1. "I never read that!" Name a book that you've never read, that everyone else has.

Everyone seems to have read A Throne Of Glass series. Personally I don't get it and haven't read it.

2. "I never read anything so awesome!" Name your favourite book.

Eleanor And Park is one of the most awesome things I've read.

3. "I never thought I would get through it." Name a book that you didn't like, but powered through it anyway.

For this one I had to choose Ready Player One.

4. "I will never finish that!" Name a book or a series that you don't plan on finishing.

I couldn't finish Look Who's Back. I just didn't get it, I didn't get the humour. I don't know if t was just me, the translation or if it was just a crappy book.

5. "I will never regret reading that." Name a book you read solely on a recommendation that you ended up really liking. 

I was recommended Mister Monday and was given the books. I don't remember much of the series, but I don't regret it either.

6. " I would never do that!" Name a relatable book character who made choices you didn't agree with, or did things you would never do.

Albus Potter, I would have liked him more if he didn't make daft decisions.

7. "I never wanted to admit it." Name a book that you were embarrassed to say you read or were embarrassed to carry around with you.

Luckily I read this One To Hold on Kindle, so it wasn't as bad.

8. "I never read anything so heartwarming." Name a book or a series that really touched your heart.

Eleanor And Park was the most adorable thing I've ever read.

9. "I never laughed so hard!" Name a book that made you laugh out loud.

Love From Boy was a very good book that had me smiling through some of Roald Dahl's childhood letters to his mother.

10. "I never could have made it through childhood without it." Name a favourite childhood book or book series.

I'm going to name an author rather than a book here and that has to be Jacqueline Wilson. Her books will always be treasured by my inner child.

The Ultimate Book Tag

Questions:
1. Do you get sick while reading in the car? 
Yes, but it depends on the transport. Public transport is usually ok.

2. Which author's writing style is completely unique to you and why? 
Rainbow Rowell and Bella Forrest, they both manage to captivate me.

3. Harry Potter Series or the Twilight Saga? Give 3 points to defend your answer.
Harry Potter ! 

• Magic
• World is awesome
• Hogwarts of course 

4. Do you carry a book bag? If so, what is it in (besides books...)?
No, but whatever bag I do have usually has a book inside

5. Do you smell your books?
Is it weird if I say yes? 

6. Books with or without little illustrations?
Both. Either way it can help visualise the world.

7. What book did you love while reading but discovered later it wasn't quality writing? (Ex. I read Twilight before I read HP and thought the writing was amazing but read HP and now think Twilight is a little bit of a joke.)
I would say a shade of vampire, but I already know the quality is sketchy, but love it anyway.

8. Do you have any funny stories involving books from your childhood? Please share!
Sorry, but no.   :(

9. What is the thinnest book on your shelf?
Christmas With Billy And Me by Giovanna Fletcher.

10. What is the thickest book on your shelf? 
A Clash Of Kings by George R. R Martin

11. Do you write as well as read? Do you see yourself in the future as being an author?
No, I don't but im not ruling it out.

12. When did you get into reading?
I've always been a good reader, I think I was around 11 or 12.

13. What is your favorite classic book?
Now that's a toss up. I currently love To Kill A Mockingbird, but I love The Secret Garden too.

14. In school was your best subject Language Arts/English?
English by far, Never cared for language.

15. If you were given a book as a present that you had read before and hated...what would you do?
Say thanks and pass it on to someone who'll appreciate it.

16. What is a lesser known series that you know of that is similar to Harry Potter or the Hunger Games?
I don't know about less popular, but The Edge Chronicles is pretty awesome.

17. What is a bad habit you always do (besides rambling) while filming?
Not looking at the camera

18. What is your favorite word?
I'm boring and dont have one.

19. Are you a nerd, dork, or dweeb? Or all of the above?
Both.

20. Vampires or Fairies? Why?
Vampires. I find them more entertaining

21. Shapeshifters or Angels? Why?
Shapeshifters. Not had the best if starts with Angels.

22. Spirits or Werewolves? Why?
Both are pretty awesome right?

23. Zombies or Vampires?
Zombies are boring.

24. Love Triangle or Forbidden Love?
Either as long as it ain't crap.

25. AND FINALLY: Full on romance books or action-packed with a few love scenes mixed in?
Action packed for sure. 


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A Thousand Nights | Review

Although I found this easy to follow, I found it very boring. I liked the idea, but it was very slow and there was a lot of unnecessary info dumping. 

It was easy to read, but there was too little dialogue in the book. Especially between husband and wife, there was no storytelling between them, which is the whole point of the book.

Only the main character was realistic, she was strong and powerful young woman, but all side characters were just that, pushed to one side. The author didn't even give most of them names, so I can't even tell you what characters I did actually like. 

I unfortunately have to give this a measly 2 stars, I won't be reading more from the author and can't recommend.

Book Buying Ban Update 2016

Since my last update I have read 9 more books towards my book buying ban that ends this month. I hope to read 10 books before buying 1 book. I have currently read a total of 26 books.

1. Emily Maya Goode 
2. The Carnivorous Carnival Lemony Snicket
3. The Walking Dead issue 30
4. A Web Of Lies Bella Forrest
5. Star Wars Comic
6. A Touch Of Truth Bella Forrest
7. A Shopaholic On Honeymoon Sophie Kinsella
8. All The Light We Cannot See 
9. Magonia  

September TBR 2016

In September I plan to read 3 books:

I am currently reading Magonia by Maria Dahvana Headley and will have this in my September wrap up post.

I also plan to read:

• The Woman In Cabin 10 by Ruth Ware 
• A Thousand Nights by E.K Johnston
• Deception Point by Dan Brown

August Wrap Up 2016

During August I read a total of 10 books (2049 pages):

1. All The Light We cannot See Anthony Doerr 
2. Harry Potter And The Cursed Child 
3. Thinking About It Only Makes It worse David Mitchell
4. Emily Maya Goode 
5. The Carnivorous Carnival Lemony Snicket
6. The Walking Dead issue 30
7. A Web Of Lies Bella Forrest
8. Star Wars Comic
9. A Touch Of Truth Bella Forrest
10. A Shopaholic On Honeymoon Sophie Kinsella

What I Read For Read Them All (Pokemon Book Tag).

I unofficially took part in the Read Them All Booktag (Pokemon Book Tag). Here is the link so you can check it out with spreadsheet and all, so you can record your CP for your Pokemon.

http://www.thebooksbuzz.com/2016/07/pokemon-go-book-tag-gotta-read-them-all.html

I started off with a Magikarp and evolved into a Gyrados. I started off with 10 CP and gained 608, allowing my Pokemon to evolve at 450 CP.

• Magonia 
• All The Light We Cannot See 
• A Shopaholic On Honeymoon
• A Touch Of Truth 
• A Web Of Lies
• The Carnivorous Carnival 
• The Walking Dead issue 30
• A Star Wars Comic 

I read a total of 1836 pages.