Cassandra Clare - Lady Midnight

Book: Lady Midnight

Author: Cassandra Clare

Releasedate: 8th of March, 2016

I totally ran behind with my reviews. Life has gone crazy with a unexpected moving, so it was pretty nuts. But it didn't stop me from reading. I was reading this one during the move. I own Lady Midnight as a copy on my shelf, so it was quite some weight to haul around in my bag. But I liked it nonetheless. I really enjoy reading Cassandra's stories inside the Shadowhunter world.

Despite my liking for her, I didn't enjoy this one as much as the Mortal Instruments series. I just loved that series to bits. But I can't point my finger to the cause why I don't love this book. Sure, it was really interesting to see what had become of Emma en Julian, but the story didn't quite captivate me as it usually does. 

The storyline is nice, the writing style is as usual amazing. Nevertheless, I will still buy the next book in the series when the budget allows it. I just like the world of Shadowhunters too much!

Fairest - Marissa Meyer

Book: Fairest
Author: Marissa Meyer
Releasedate: the 27th of January, 2015

Mirror, mirror on the wall
Who is the Fairest of them all?

Fairest is the 4th novel, technically called 3,5, in the Lunar Chronicles. We get to know Levana and why she became so twisted as she is these days. The story is unnervingly freaky and relatable in a way. They say it is possible to skip this story and continue with Winter, but I am happy I did read it. It tells so much about what happened before. How Selene came across her current faith, who Winter is and how Levana became queen of Luna. 

Marissa managed to captivate me in a way, well uh, it's two days later and I've read it already. It was fascinating, terrifying, twisted and dark and I loved it. It's a true show of craftmanship to write such a dark and good backgroundstory. You almost sympethise with Levana. She believes in her own truth and that is woven throughout the story. So intense, you almost feel sorry for her. 

And now I have run out of books for the Lunar Chronicles. *eyes wallet* Eh, not now. But I still have plenty to read!

Cress - Marissa Meyer

Book: Cress
Author: Marissa Meyer
Releasedate: 4th of February, 2014

Cress is the third novel in the Lunar Chronicles where we meet... Cress! Well doi. But still. Cress is stuck in her own little world called her satellite. Only fed and "loved" by her Mistress Sybil. We caught a glimpse of Cress in the previous novel and my interest was instantly piqued. 

The story of Cress is seamlessly woven into the bigger picture with Cinder and Scarlet and it is amazing. I've heard a lot of good stories about Cress and those totally came true. Cress is jampacked with action, story development and character progress. I even slightly start to like Thorne. Who knew? 

So many little hints were dropped throughout this story that hinted to more to come and to know and still you were right there. In the moment of the story. To see what happens and doesn't happen. I am anxious to see how the story continues. So many questions left unanswered... 

Now I've started reading Fairest, so my questions will remain unanswered for a while, since I don't own the last two books. Yet. But there is many many more to read, so I won't be bored for a while! 

Scarlet - Marissa Meyer

Book: Scarlet
Author: Marissa Meyer
Releasedate: the 5th of February, 2013

I was finally able to read the second book in the series, which now has a beautiful spot between the rest of my books! Yay for birthdays! Wishlist fulfilment!

We get to know Scarlet. At first I was confused what had happened to Cinder, but eventually everything became clear in the end. The story clearly shows that the worldbuilding is pretty much done in the world of Cinder and Scarlet, so characterbuilding for the win!  

The story is catchy, intriguing and I really love the way Marissa builds this world and how it works. Where you only know Cinder in "Cinder", you really feel there is more too it than it seems in this novel.

It's fun, it's exciting, it's excruciating, it's marvellous. We meet Wolf, start to care for the grandmère of Scarlet and the whole story just simply captivated me. Marissa's version of little Red Riding Hood is amazing. I just loved it. 

For every fairytale lover, this series is just a must read. 

A Court of Frost and Starlight - Sarah J. Maas

Book: A Court of Frost and Starlight
Author: Sarah J. Maas
Releasedate: The 1st of May, 2018

I was still reading Acowar when the newest book to my collection came in. Pre-ordered ofcourse, though it had some delay. And I know it is a sequel/prequel but dang, I wished the book was bigger. This wasn't enough, lol. 

We see what happens after the War, how everyone copes and not copes with the shit that happened and happens. And that is great to read. To see what that shit does to people.

The previous books sometimes had scenes that were written from a different point of view in the story, and I liked that. Acofas is different. Like almost every chapter has been told from the point of view from someone else and that needed some adjusting from my side. But still, it was rather enjoyable and I really can't wait to read the next book! 

I'll keep this one brief, to avoid spoilers. ;-) 

A Court of Wings and Ruin - Sarah J. Maas

Book: A Court of Wings and Ruin

Author: Sarah J. Maas

Releasedate: 2nd of May, 2017

It took me way to long to read this one, but life caught up on me, so I really didn't have much time left to read while my nose was stuck in schoolbooks. But I finally did it! For the second time, lol. 

I just love the way Feyres world works. I loved the part where we got to know the other High Lords better, and everyone and everything else. This book is definitely longer than the previous two, so it has some much story to it. Political parts as well which made me yawn a bit, honestly, but hey, it's part of everything that happens. 

Tears were shed the first time I read it, luckily it didnt this time or it would have been awkward seeing me all soggy over a book in the train amidst unknowing passengers. 

It gave me chills, and heartbreak, and relief, and joy to see everything unfurl. Sarah managed to captivate me once mere even when I already read the book. 

And now I can finally start reading in the sequel/prequel: A Court of Frost and Starglight! It came yesterday with the mail(finally!) after being delayed a few days. (gah!)

A Court of Mist and Fury - Sarah J. Maas

Book: A Court of Mist and Fury
Author: Sarah J. Maas
Releasedate: 3rd of May, 2016

Second up! A Court of Mist and Fury. Took me a little longer to read this one, since it contains a lot more pages than part one and my life was catching up on me. But nonetheless, I've finished this one! One more to go before the release of "A Court of Frost and Starlight!" Oh yes, I am excited. And yes, I have preordered it already. 

I can simply say that I loved this book even more than the first one. I already totally shipped Rhys and Feyre, I really dislike Tamlin for all sorts of reasons. The story itself contains more history, more schemes and plans that go way above your head. Whereas the first book was a story on itself, the second one sweeps you up in even more intrigue and drama. We get to know Mor, Cassian, Azriel and Amren and you just feel the warmth of that particular family leaking into you. Amarantha broke Feyre quite litteral, but through the story, she heales again.

I just loved the parts where Feyre gets to know herself better and she masters everything that comes across her path.
Sarah J. Maas keeps you intrigued in the story with sometimes a few scenes that can get a little ermm.. Hot? It's up to you if that is to your liking or not. 

And as always, her style of writing is captivating and rich. It's the third time I have read this one and I'm still not bored!

It's not a hard guess what my next review will be...