Top 10 Tuesday was created by The Broke and the Bookish in 2010. It combines what I love most in this world into one—lists, books, and blogging. It couldn’t be any better suited for me! This week is all about those books I’ve read recently that I just absolutely loved. I try not to “5 star” anything, because I know I’ll 5 star everything, so here are just some of my favorite recent reads. 1. Code Name Verity by Elizabeth Wein I read this book for my YA literature class, and it was such a surprising, amazing read. It’s set in Nazi-occupied France and takes a surprising twist at the end…
Treasure Tuesday
1. I hope everyone had a great Easter (for those who celebrate it)! I made this adorable chocolate bark and the cutest cupcakes! 2. I am currently reading Midwinterblood by Marcus Sedgwick. 3. I am actually currently traveling back to school after a relaxing week at home with my family. I took my grandmother book shopping and she picked up three new favorites! Always share the love of reading with those around you. 4. 5. I have read 14 books so far in 2016! I’m really hoping to reach my goal of reading 50 books in one year! Happy reading, Kimberly
Code Name Verity: A Review
Title: Code Name Verity Author: Elizabeth Wein Genre: Young Adult Historical Fiction Quotation: “It’s like being in love, discovering your best friend.” Would recommend to: any history fan that loves a good twist. The title, much like the book, is allusive in nature but focuses on the book much more than readers will originally believe. Code Name Verity, written by Elizabeth Wein, is an intricate story about relationships between people that evolves around codes, names, and “Verity,” known by many names, but I shall call her Queenie. The title, much like the novel, is something readers won’t fully understand unless they give it a second read. All aspects of this novel are doubled-sided —…
Top 5 Wednesday: Books I Did Not Finish (Round 2)
This weeks Top 5 Wednesday is dedicated to the books I never finished, but I’ve decided to spice up this post (because I already did it in November). Instead of talking about the books I never finished, I’m going to let you know about the books I wish I had never finished. Let’s get started. 1. Clockwork Angel by Cassandra Clare I absolutely loved The Mortal Instruments and I was so disappointed when Clockwork Angel didn’t measure up. I’ve head from many people that they loved it, so maybe I should give it another try, but I thought it was way too long and tried to make too many connections. It felt like she…
Top 10 Tuesday: Books I Love (That I Bet You Didn’t Know I Loved)
Top 10 Tuesday was created by The Broke and the Bookish in 2010. It combines what I love most in this world into one—lists, books, and blogging. It couldn’t be any better suited for me! This week I’m going to let you guys know about the books I love, that I haven’t really talked about a lot on here. I feel like you all know how much I love Harry Potter and Divergent, but here’s my lesser well known favorites. Let’s get started! 1. All the Bright Places by Jennifer Niven I raved about this when I first read it a few months ago, but I truly think it’s one of my favorites. I think…
Top 10 Tuesday: Books I Love (That I Bet You Didn't Know I Loved)
Top 10 Tuesday was created by The Broke and the Bookish in 2010. It combines what I love most in this world into one—lists, books, and blogging. It couldn’t be any better suited for me! This week I’m going to let you guys know about the books I love, that I haven’t really talked about a lot on here. I feel like you all know how much I love Harry Potter and Divergent, but here’s my lesser well known favorites. Let’s get started! 1. All the Bright Places by Jennifer Niven I raved about this when I first read it a few months ago, but I truly think it’s one of my favorites. I think…
Treasure Tuesday
1. I am currently reading Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe. 2. 3. It’s SPRING BREAK! Usually that means sun and sand, but for me it means dentist appointments and getting ahead in my work. Making the best of an unfortunate situation is always best! 4. Here are some truly hilarious posts from tumblr about books that any book lover can relate to. 5. I went roller-skating last week with my sorority, and despite being absolutely terrible, I loved every moment of it. Happy reading, Kimberly
Top 5 Wednesday: Fictional Items
This weeks Top 5 Wednesday is all about the fictional items I wish I could have. I know this is going to be a hard one to narrow down, so let’s get started! 1. An invisibility cloak from Harry Potter Nothing would be better than being able to disappear from society but still being able to participate in a way. I could people watch without interruption and curl up in my favorite chair for hours without being disturbed — unless people tried to sit on me, now that would be a problem. I could definitely pull some Fred and George Weasley worthy pranks with this thing on. 2. Flying carpet from 1,001 Nights While…
Top 10 Tuesday: Spring TBR
Top 10 Tuesday was created by The Broke and the Bookish in 2010. It combines what I love most in this world into one—lists, books, and blogging. It couldn’t be any better suited for me! This week I’m talking about the books on my To Be Read list for the spring. Most of these are required reading for my YA literature class, but that doesn’t mean I’m any less excited to read them. Let’s get started! 1. Eleanor & Park by Rainbow Rowell I’ve actually already started in on this one and it’s GREAT. 2. Midwinter Blood by Marcus Sedgewick 3. Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe by Benjamin Alire Sáenz…
Treasure Tuesday
1. I just finished the graphic novel “Blankets” by Craig Thompson. If you’ve never read a graphic novel, I highly suggest picking this one up. It was extremely well done and very inspirational. 2. 3. Last week was Big/Little week for my sorority, and I had SO much fun surprising my two littles throughout the week with gifts, candy, and more. I am so happy they are a part of my AXO family! 4. Find out if you were truly a bookworm in the 90s with this Buzzfeed quiz. I got “Reading Master,” and I don’t think much has changed since then. 5. I filmed with a GoPro for the first…
