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Map of Shadows

Map of Shadows by J. F. Penn *I received free copy to review from the publisher in exchange for an honest review* Synopsis (from Goodreads) When her Grandfather is murdered under mysterious circumstances, Sienna Farren inherits his map shop in the ancient city of Bath, England. Once there, she discovers that her family is bound up with the Ministry of Maps, a mysterious agency who maintain the borders between this world and the Uncharted. With the help of Mila Wendell, a traveller on the canals, Sienna discovers her own magical ability and a terrifying place of blood that awaits in the world beyond. But when she discovers a truth about her past and the Borderlands begin to push through the defenses, Sienna must join the team of Mapwalkers on their mission to find the Map of Shadows – whatever the cost. In a place written out of history, a world off the edge of the map, Sienna must risk everything to find her father … and her true path as a Mapwalker. Review This book had

The Cruel Prince

The Cruel Prince by Holly Black Synopsis (from Goodreads) Jude was seven years old when her parents were murdered and she and her two sisters were stolen away to live in the treacherous High Court of Faerie. Ten years later, Jude wants nothing more than to belong there, despite her mortality. But many of the fey despise humans. Especially Prince Cardan, the youngest and wickedest son of the High King. To win a place at the Court, she must defy him–and face the consequences. In doing so, she becomes embroiled in palace intrigues and deceptions, discovering her own capacity for bloodshed. But as civil war threatens to drown the Courts of Faerie in violence, Jude will need to risk her life in a dangerous alliance to save her sisters, and Faerie itself. Review This book was really hyped. And I've read a couple of Black's other books and really enjoyed them. But this book... wasn't my favorite. First, the a couple things I did like. The setting was really interest

The Sword of Summer

The Sword of Summer (Magnus Chase Book #1) by Rick Riordan Synopsis (from Goodreads) Magnus Chase has always been a troubled kid. Since his mother's mysterious death, he's lived alone on the streets of Boston, surviving by his wits, keeping one step ahead of the police and the truant officers. One day, he's tracked down by an uncle he's never met—a man his mother claimed was dangerous. His uncle tells him an impossible secret: Magnus is the son of a Norse god. The Viking myths are true. The gods of Asgard are preparing for war. Trolls, giants and worse monsters are stirring for doomsday. To prevent Ragnarok, Magnus must search the Nine Worlds for a weapon that has been lost for thousands of years. When an attack by fire giants forces him to choose between his own safety and the lives of hundreds of innocents, Magnus makes a fatal decision. Sometimes, the only way to start a new life is to die . . . Review This is the first book is a semi "spin off"

Series Saturday: Percy Jackson and the Olympians

Series Saturday: Percy Jackson and the Olympians by Rick Riordan Books in Series The Lightning Thief The Sea of Monsters The Titan's Curse The Battle of the Labyrinth The Last Olympian Synopsis When Percy Jackson finds out he in the son of Poseidon, the Greek sea god, he is sent off to Camp Half-Blood, a place where demigods like himself can train for be battle and be safe from the monsters in the world. But the Titan Kronos is rising, and Percy and his other demigod friends must complete a series of quests if they want to save the world! Review So I've heard of this series for years and years and yet I just never picked it up. I got the first book in a Kindle deal, but then it sat there on my Kindle for two years until I finally decided, okay, let's do this. I read The Lightning Thief  and I was HOOKED. I devoured the rest of the series as quickly as I could get my hands on them. This was SUCH a great series! I've always loved Greek mythology, and Ri