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Title:   Cinderella Ninja Warrior (Twisted Tales #1) Author:   Maureen McGowan Genre:   YA Paranormal Romance Published:   April 2011 ISBN:   1607102552 Publisher:   Silver Dolphin Books Source:   Publisher via NetGalley Synopsis: In this fast-paced story full of adventure and romance, Cinderella is more than just a servant girl waiting for her prince — she's a tough, fearless girl who is capable of taking charge of a dangerous situation. Seeking to escape the clutches of her evil stepmother, Cinderella perfects her ninja skills and magic talents in secret, waiting for the day when she can break free and live happily ever after. In a special twist, readers have the opportunity to make key decisions for Cinderella and decide where she goes next—but no matter the choice; the result is a story unlike any fairy tale you've ever read! My Thoughts: This was an interesting take on the Cinderella fairy tale.  It was very funny, original and a quick read. Althou

Weekly meme from The Story Siren . The idea is to post the books you got this week,whether you bought them, got them as a gift, from the library, or received them to review. This past week while on my lunch break from work one afternoon I stopped in at our little bookstore downtown.  I picked up 2 great books on sale ($2.99!) and another great book: (The two cozy mysteries were on sale!) Also, I picked up a bunch of freebies from a great site I found called All Romance Ebooks !  These are the ones I got:   If you haven't checked out All Romance Ebooks you should!  They have some AMAZING books!!  And lots of great deals! -~-

Weekend Wishlist is a weekly meme done by GeekGirl over at Geek Girl's Book Blog . Do you have a list of books building up in your head (or on your bookshelf), that have been out for awhile, but you've never read, but you keep hoping you will? This is a way for bloggers to share their to-be-read piles with each other, and to remind themselves that, though we all adore the new releases, there are many back-list titles that deserve our love too. On a tiny island off the west coast of Ireland, the fishermen’s hand-made sweaters tell a story. Each is unique — feelings stitched into rows, memories into patterns.  It is here that Rebecca Moray comes to research a book on Irish knitting. With her daughter, Rowan, accompanying her, she hopes to lose herself in the history of the island and forget her own painful past. Soon, the townsfolk’s warm embrace wraps Rebecca and Rowan in a world of friendsh

Title:   The Bartered Virgin Author:   Chevon Gael Genre:   Historical Romance Published:   January 2011 ISBN:   9781426891038 Publisher:   Carina Press Source:   eBook via NetGalley Synopsis: Sold to the highest-ranked aristocrat! That's what Winnifred Percy, New York City heiress, considered her engagement to Sir David Knightsbridge, Earl of Wolshingham. It's 1902 and she wants to be a modern woman, free to travel the world. To do that she needs to show the Earl she is a completely unsuitable bride. Smoking and cursing doesn't have much effect on David so Winn reads him a very naughty French book. That leads to unexpectedly passionate kisses, and David's declaration that he wants to marry her. Drat! Even when she takes him to Coney Island to mingle with ordinary people and eat exotic hot dogs he's intrigued...and intriguing. When desire leads them into scandal, Winn realizes she's ruined his hopes for restoring his family's honor. Can she l

What book-to-movie adaption have you most liked?  Which have you disliked?  Hmm... I have to say I haven't really found as of yet a book to movie adaptation that I haven't liked.  I was on the fence about a few, but didn't hate them per say. I really really loved Little Women, I have to say it's one of my favorites. How many books do you read in a week? And in what format do you read them, or listen to them? I read anywhere from 2 to 6 books a week. I like to mix it up a bit, I read e-books on my Kobo, paperbacks, hardcovers.. Sometimes audio books, but that's not quite as often.

Title:   Scandal in Scotland Author:   Karen Hawkins Genre:   Historical Romance Pages:   384 Published:   May 2011 ISBN:  1439175934 Publisher:   Pocket Source:   eBook via Galley Grab (Simon & Schuster) Synopsis: A DESPERATE BEAUTY Despite fame and countless admirers, actress Marcail Beauchamp has never forgotten William Hurst, the audacious seafarer she once loved . . . and lost. Now, forced by a mysterious blackmailer who threatens her family, she must steal an ancient onyx box from the one man she’s vowed never to see again. A BOLD ADVENTURER To save his brother from a ruthless abductor, William must deliver the artifact as ransom. He’s stunned when Marcail, more lovely than ever, suddenly appears on his ship. But when she drugs him and steals the box, his fury knows no bounds. THE TREASURE EVERYONE WANTS William pursues Marcail, but too late: she has already delivered the box. The estranged lovers realize they must work together—both to regain the artifact

Title: Doctor in Petticoats Author: Mary Connealy Genre: Historical Romance, Christian Romance, Western Romance Pages:   320 Published:   July 2010 ISBN:   1602601461 Publisher:   Barbour Books Source:   ebook via Netgalley Synopsis: What happens when an idealistic student nurse encounters an embittered army doctor in a stagecoach accident? How will she react when she learns her training didn’t prepare her for tragic reality? How will he, an army deserter, respond to needs when he vowed to never touch another patient? Can these two stubborn mules find common ground on which to work and bring healing to West Texas? **************************** My Thoughts: When I first picked this story up, I wasn't quite sure what to expect.  Was this the story of a young woman trying to make it in a man's world?  Breaking through the prejudice and thick headed-ness of old fashioned society?  It was so much more then that. Beth McClellan - doctor in training, who is

Weekly meme from The Story Siren . The idea is to post the books you got this week,whether you bought them, got them as a gift, from the library, or received them to review. This week I got for review:      I also got from the fabulous Kati of Romancing Rakes (if you haven't checked out Kati's blog - you really should!)  

Canada Day Blog Hop June 29th to July 2nd Co-hosted by myself & Chrystal of Snowdrop Dreams of Books In honor of Canada's birthday we are having a Canada Day Blog Hop extravaganza! Each blog will host their own giveaway - Canada themed of course! Giveaway's will run from June 29th to July 2nd  As this is a Canadian event, we are asking that all giveaways MUST be open to Canadian Residents! International giveaways are welcome too! Sign ups will be open until June 24th, 2011 ********** Interesting facts about Canada: 1.  Population of Canada is 34.4 Million! 2. Two of the cast members of the Original Star Trek were from Canada - William Shatner (Captain Kirk) and James Doohan (Scotty) 3.  Basketball was invented by a Canadian - Dr. James Naismith in 1861 4.  The highest recorded temperature was 45C (in Saskatchewan in 1937) and the lowest recorded temperature was -63C (in the Yukon in 1947) 5.  The most popular sport in Canada is Hockey *********

Weekly meme from The Story Siren . The idea is to post the books you got this week,whether you bought them, got them as a gift, from the library, or received them to review. A couple of weeks ago, I won a great contest over at A Tapestry of Words called A Cornucopia of Dystopia! This is what came in the mail:   Last month I participated in R.A.K hosted by Book Soulmates .  I sent Jess from Gone With Words a couple of books on her wishlist.  Two parcels from Book Depository popped up on my door step earlier last week.. the lovely Jess sent me these: I was soooo happy!! ************************** Also I picked from from NetGalley:     -~-

On My Wishlist is a fun weekly event hosted by Book Chick City and runs every Saturday. It's where I list all the books I desperately want but haven't actually bought yet. They can be old, new or forthcoming. It's also an event that you can join in with too - so make sure you go and check it out! Title:   The Warlock ( The Secrets of the Nicholas Flamel #5) Author:   Michael Scott Synopsis (via Goodreads): The fifth book in the New York Times bestselling series The Secrets of the Nicholas Flamel—The Warlock Alcatraz: Although their ally Dr. John Dee has been declared utlaga, Machiavelli and Billy the Kid will follow the plans the Elders have laid before them: they will loose the monsters of Alcatraz on the city of San Francisco, thereby triggering the end of the humani race. Danu Talis: The Shadowrealm that Scatty and Joan of Arc have entered is far more dangerous than they could ever have imagined. And they haven’t landed here by chance-the warrior

Title:   A Heart Renewed Author:   Karen Baney Genre:   Christian Romance, Historical Romance, Western Romance Published:   April 2011 ISBN:   001268130X Publisher:   Author Source:   from author via Smashwords Synopsis: Headstrong. Unconventional. Until life turns upside down... Julia Colter struggles to accept life under her controlling brother's greed. The suitors he selects would benefit him, but are far from the ideal husband for her. When her rebellion against her brother puts her life at risk, she turns to her friend for help. Adam Larson longs to train horses and plans to head west to the Arizona Territory to see his dreams fulfilled. When his sister's best friend shows up in the middle of the night, he agrees to help her flee. The decision changes his life, in more ways than he expected. Can Julia forget the pain from her past and open her heart to love? ************************* My Thoughts : I was so completely blown away by this s

W... W... W... Wednesdays is a weekly feature at  Should Be Reading . To play along you just have to answer three simple questions: What Are You Currently Reading? What Did You Recently Finish? What Do You Think You'll Read Next? (1) Currently I am reading: Yup, I was reading Devil's Kiss last week, and proceeded to leave it at work!!  And it got tucked away, finally brought it back home.. going to finish it tomorrow hopefully! (2) What Have I finished lately: (this is a long list this week..)  (3) What I'm planning on reading next: (these tend to change depending on my mood) -~-