Genre: Contemporary

Dual Review: Starfish by Akemi Dawn Bowman

Dual Review: Starfish by Akemi Dawn Bowman

We received a copy of this novel for review, this does not influence my thoughts or the contents of this review. This book messed me up in the best way. The writing is absolutely stunning. Just gorgeous and lyrical and so descriptive that I can almost see the art that Kiko describes. The characters were […]

Posted September 22, 2017 by Angie in Reviews / 1 Comment
Release by Patrick Ness

Release by Patrick Ness

I received a copy of this book for review from the publisher. This does not influence my thoughts on the book or this review. I’m a huge fan of Patrick Ness so when I saw that he had a new YA coming out, I knew I had to read it. I have to admit that […]

Posted September 16, 2017 by Shelly in Reviews / 2 Comments
You Bring the Distant Near by Mitali Perkins

You Bring the Distant Near by Mitali Perkins

I received a copy of this book for review from IndigoTeen. This does not influence my thoughts on this book or this review. I’m a huge fan of contemporary YA so when I heard that this one would span generations and include an epic love story, I knew I had to read it. And I […]

Posted September 4, 2017 by Shelly in Reviews / 2 Comments
Welcome Home: anthology, edited by Eric Smith

Welcome Home: anthology, edited by Eric Smith

I received a copy of this book for review from the publisher. This does not influence my thoughts on the book or this review. It’s always a hit-or-miss with anthologies, you may not like all the stories or feel like some of the stories don’t fit in the anthology, but I think that Welcome Home is a […]

Posted September 2, 2017 by Shelly in Reviews / 0 Comments
They Both Die at the End by Adam Silvera

They Both Die at the End by Adam Silvera

I received a copy of this book for review from the publisher. This does not influence my thoughts on the book or this review. Despite reading the title of this book, my heart was still not prepared for the roller coaster of emotions. Silvera’s books are guaranteed to be heart-breaking but you’ll still love every […]

Posted August 28, 2017 by Shelly in Reviews / 3 Comments
The Authentics by Abdi Nazemian

The Authentics by Abdi Nazemian

I received a copy of this novel for review. This does not influence my thoughts on the review or the book itself. I’m always on the lookout for great and fresh YA contemporary novels, and The Authentics definitely filled that gap for me. If you’re looking for a contemporary novel with a unique and fresh voice, I […]

Posted August 8, 2017 by Shelly in Reviews / 0 Comments
Little & Lion by Brandy Colbert

Little & Lion by Brandy Colbert

I received a copy of this book for review from the publisher, this does not influence my thoughts or this review. I’ve heard so many lovely things about Brandy Colbert’s books and based on the description, I knew that Little & Lion was definitely something that I’d enjoy. And I’m happy to say that I was […]

Posted July 30, 2017 by Shelly in Reviews / 1 Comment
The Gallery of Unfinished Girls by Lauren Karcz

The Gallery of Unfinished Girls by Lauren Karcz

I received a copy of this novel for review from the publisher. This does not influence my thoughts on the book or this review. I’m always on the lookout for debut YA novels and when I heard about the premise for The Gallery of Unfinished Girls, I knew I had to read it. I’m so happy to […]

Posted July 20, 2017 by Shelly in Reviews / 4 Comments
Everything All At Once by Katrina Leno

Everything All At Once by Katrina Leno

I received a copy of this novel for review from the publisher. This does not influence my thoughts or this review. I loved the author’s past novel, The Half Life of Molly Pierce, so when I saw so many positive reviews for this one, I knew I had to read it. Everything All at Once really explores grief, anxiety […]

Posted July 17, 2017 by Shelly in Reviews / 2 Comments
When Dimple Met Rishi by Sandhya Menon

When Dimple Met Rishi by Sandhya Menon

I received a copy of this novel for review, this does not influence my thoughts or the contents of this review. I heard so much about When Dimple Met Rishi and it sounded perfect for me since I love rom-coms and adorable situations that rise out of awkward situations. I loved this novel and I can’t wait […]

Posted July 10, 2017 by Shelly in Reviews / 1 Comment