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Spooktacular Giveaway Hop!

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Welcome to the Spooktacular Giveaway Hop!, which was organized by Kathy @ I'm a Reader, Not a Writer and Rhianna @ The Diary of a Bookworm . A "hop" is when participating blogs hosts a giveaway and then we link up together allowing our followers to hop easily from one giveaway to another. So, to find the linky all you have to do is click the link for one of the above blogs. The Cozy Reading Corner's prize for this hop will be a pdf file ebook of Oh My Goth by Gena Showalter!!! Oh My Goth by Gena Showalter Synopsis: A fiercely individualist Goth girl wakes up to discover that the whole world has gone Goth and she's actually — gag — popular. Jade Leigh is a nonconformist who values individuality above all else. She has a small group of like-minded Goth friends who wear black, dabble in the dark arts, and thrive outside the norm. They're considered the "freaks" of their high school. But when Jade's smart mouth lands her in trouble — again — her p

In My Mailbox (6)

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"In My Mailbox" is a meme created by Kristi at The Story Siren that features books I've received/purchased/borrowed during the current week. From NetGalley, I got:   Fracture  by Megan Miranda I purchased:   The Rule of Claw (The Rule of Claw, #1)  by John Brindley Tallulah Falls  by Christine Fletcher From the Library, I checked out: The Adoration of Jenna Fox (Jenna Fox Chronicles, #1)  by Mary E. Pearson   -Kristen ♥

Review: Ultraviolet by R.J. Anderson

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Title: Ultraviolet Author: R.J. Anderson Publisher: Orchard Publication Date: June 2, 2011 Synopsis: Once upon a time there was a girl who was special. This is not her story. Unless you count the part where I killed her. Sixteen-year-old Alison has been sectioned in a mental institute for teens, having murdered the most perfect and popular girl at school. But the case is a mystery: no body has been found, and Alison's condition is proving difficult to diagnose. Alison herself can't explain what happened: one minute she was fighting with Tori -- the next she disintegrated. Into nothing. But that's impossible. Right? Verdict: Ultraviolet absolutely captivated me! I loved every word of every sentence on every page! R.J. Anderson has told us the wonderful story of Alison Jeffries, a very unique sixteen-year-old girl who has a very special ability. She is able to see sounds and taste colors; every letter of the alphabet has their own color and personality. I loved reading

Review: Touch of Power by Maria V. Snyder

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Title: Touch of Power Author: Maria V. Snyder Series: Healer, #1 Publisher: Harlequin Publication Date : December 20, 2011 Synopsis: Laying hands upon the injured and dying, Avry of Kazan assumes their wounds and diseases into herself. But rather than being honored for her skills, she is hunted. Healers like Avry are accused of spreading the plague that has decimated the Territories, leaving the survivors in a state of chaos. Stressed and tired from hiding, Avry is abducted by a band of rogues who, shockingly, value her gift above the golden bounty offered for her capture. Their leader, an enigmatic captor-protector with powers of his own, is unequivocal in his demands: Avry must heal a plague-stricken prince—leader of a campaign against her people. As they traverse the daunting Nine Mountains, beset by mercenaries and magical dangers, Avry must decide who is worth healing and what is worth dying for. Because the price of peace may well be her life.... Verdict: Touch of Power by

I'm Still Here!!!

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Hello my faithful Followers (and/or newcomers)!!! I know that is has been a while since my last post...... **cough-cough**  But, in my defense, I have been REALLY busy. But never fear, I am still here! <---Ohhh, that rhymed!!!  :))  But, seriously even though you haven't really heard from me this past week, I have been reading and lots of book reviews will be coming up really soon!!!  :)) But antyways, in the hopes of attaing your forgiveness, I am going to show you the neatest thing that I have found (and tried!). DIY (Do-It-Yourself) Bookmarks Here is what you do: You get some paint swatches , and hole punch a hole at the top. Then you get some pretty ribbon and tie that through the hole. Next, you get some cool stamps and put those on the swatches. Let it dry..... and BOO-YAH!!!! You have awesome, hand-made bookmarks that are cute and just how you like them.  :)) (Everything in BOLD is the supplies that you'll need.) Enjoy and have Fun! -Kristen ♥

Review for Crave by Melissa Darnell

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Title: Crave Author: Melissa Darnell Series: The Clann, #1 Publisher: Harlequin Teen Publication Date: October 18, 2011 Synopsis: Savannah Colbert has been shunned all her life by the kids of the Clann. And when she undergoes some drastic changes after a strange illness, Savannah learns secrets about the group and about herself—dangerous secrets. For the Clann are powerful magic users, and Savannah herself is half Clann and half vampire—a forbidden, unheard of combination. Falling for Clann golden boy Tristan Coleman isn't just a bad idea—it could be deadly if anyone finds out. But her attraction to Tristan—and his to her—isn't something either of them can resist for long. Verdict: What a cliffhanger! I cannot wait to get my hands on the sequel to Crave!!! I absolutely loved the story and characters. This book is told from the point of view of Savannah -who is the main character and is half vampire and half witch and Tristan -who is a full blooded witch. Vampires and hum