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Book Review Young Adult

Review | Listen to Your Heart by Kasie West

I just need to start this review by saying I LOVED THIS BOOK. This one is by far my favourite Kasie West book. While I still have several more to read before I'm finally caught up, this one is sitting at the top of my list!Listen to Your Heart follows Kate Bailey. She lives by a lake and is always wanting…

Victoria @ The Contented ReaderApril 12, 2019

Blog Tour Book Review Young Adult

Blog Tour | The Beauty of the Moment by Tanaz Bhathena Review + Q&A

This is one of the cutest contemporary romance books I've read. The writing is fantastic and the story is just super adorable!The Beauty of the Moment follows Susan, who has recently moved to Canada. She's struggling to fit in to her new country and school, but soon finds that its the perfect place to be.

Victoria @ The Contented ReaderApril 11, 2019

Adult Book Review Young Adult

ARC Review | The Red Scrolls of Magic by Cassandra Clare + Wesley Chu

This is probably one of my favourite books set in the Shadowhunter world. It is an epic start to a brand new trilogy and I can't wait to read the rest!The Red Scrolls of Magic follows Magnus and Alec as they travel around Europe following the events of the Mortal Instruments. However, they get involved in trying to stop a…

Victoria @ The Contented ReaderApril 8, 2019

Adult Book Review

Review | 99 Percent Mine by Sally Thorne

Since this was my first Sally Thorne book, I went into reading this with really high expectations. I've heard nothing but incredible things about The Hating Game (which has been on my TBR for forever). But unfortunately, I really didn't love this book as much as I wanted to.99 Percent Mine follows Darcy Barrett who inherits her Grandmother's cottage, along with her…

Victoria @ The Contented ReaderMarch 24, 2019

Book Review Middle Grade

Review | Thomas Wildus and the Book of Sorrows by J.M Bergen

This book is such a fun middle grade fantasy that totally gives me modern day Harry Potter vibes. As a teacher, I love finding new middle grade books that I can recommend to students. I think a lot of kids who love fantasy will enjoy this book.Thomas Wildus and the Book of Sorrows follows twelve-year old Thomas.

Victoria @ The Contented ReaderMarch 21, 2019

Book Review Young Adult

Review | Queen of Air and Darkness by Cassandra Clare

All good things must come to an end. And boy, this book is such a wonderful conclusion to a rollercoaster of a series! Cassandra Clare never ceases to amaze me with this world and these characters. Queen of Air and Darkness picks up right after the events of Lord of Shadows. Without spoiling anything, the ending of the second book…

Victoria @ The Contented ReaderMarch 20, 2019

Book Review Young Adult

Review | By Your Side by Kasie West

After quickly falling for Kasie West's writing last year, I'm slowly making my way through her backlisted titles. I have to say, this is my favourite one of hers so far. It's such a cute and romantic read!By Your Side follows Autumn as she navigates relationships, friendships, growing up and facing fear and anxiety. After accidentally getting locked in a library,…

Victoria @ The Contented ReaderMarch 16, 2019

Blog Tour Book Review Young Adult

Blog Tour | Small Town Hearts by Lillie Vale Review + Q&A

This book is such a sweet and cute contemporary that showcases all the good and the bad of growing up. It's a summer full of love, breakups and makeups, and finding yourself. This book has been on my radar, and I'm so glad I loved it!There are so many aspects of this book that I enjoyed. But let me first…

Victoria @ The Contented ReaderMarch 13, 2019

Book Review Young Adult

ARC Review | Four Dead Queens by Astrid Scholte

This book is one I have been anticipating for quite a while. The cover is absolutely gorgeous and the premise is super intriguing. I'm happy to say that it did not disappoint me. While it's certainly not the best fantasy I've ever read, I thoroughly enjoyed it!Four Dead Queens follows Keralie, a quick and feisty thief. The nation she lives…

Victoria @ The Contented ReaderMarch 5, 2019

Book Review Young Adult

ARC Review | The Field Guide to the North American Teenager by Ben Philippe

The Field Guide to the North American Teenager is a book I was highly anticipating. And I'm happy to say that I enjoyed it! The Field Guide to the North American Teenager follows Norris, a black French Canadian who is forced to move to Texas when his mother receives a new job position. It's a story about accepting life and…

Victoria @ The Contented ReaderFebruary 11, 2019