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Review: The Indigo Spell by Richelle Mead

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The Indigo Spell by Richelle Mead
Series: Bloodlines #3 (full reading order below)
Publication Date: February 12th 2013
Purchase: Ebook • Hardcover • Paperback

Sydney Sage is an Alchemist, one of a group of humans who dabble in magic and serve to bridge the worlds of humans and vampires. They protect vampire secrets—and human lives.

In the aftermath of a forbidden moment that rocked Sydney to her core, she finds herself struggling to draw the line between her Alchemist teachings and what her heart is urging her to do. Then she meets alluring, rebellious Marcus Finch–a former Alchemist who escaped against all odds, and is now on the run. Marcus wants to teach Sydney the secrets he claims the Alchemists are hiding from her. But as he pushes her to rebel against the people who raised her, Sydney finds that breaking free is harder than she thought. There is an old and mysterious magic rooted deeply within her. And as she searches for an evil magic user targeting powerful young witches, she realizes that her only hope is to embrace her magical blood–or else she might be next.

Hey guys! Shirley here.

I was first introduced to Richelle Mead by her series Vampire Academy (which I gladly take the credit of introducing Lacey to). I absolutely fell in love with her writing, so when I heard that she was creating a spin-off series, I was literally ecstatic. The first book is called Bloodlines, and the Indigo Spell is the 3rd book of the series.

Without spoiling anything, I just want to put it out there that I freaking loved Adrian in this book SO SO MUCH OMG HE IS SO PERFECT WHY CAN’T I BE SYDNEY I DON’T UNDERSTAND.

But I’d recommend you guys reading the Vampire Academy series first, because not only is it amazing, but you’ll have slightly better insight and background information on what’s going on in this series. But honestly this is one of the vampire series that I actually love. It’s far better than Twilight if I do say so myself, and it’s so much more interesting too. I love that Sydney became more accepting to magic and actually began to go against what she has always been taught. And obviously I was literally speechless and swooning so much whenever Adrian came to the scene because HE’S JUST SO PERFECT. OF COURSE THE ENDING JUST KILLED ME. Without spoiling too much, I JUST HATE THE ENDING WHY DID THAT HAVE TO HAPPEN EVERYTHING WAS TURNING OUT SO SO WELL.

I’m sorry I suck at reviewing but I swear to ya’ll I will get better! Basically if you like guys and vampires, I recommend this book. You might possibly fall in love with Adrian Ivashkov too. Sydrian is my OTP.

And of course, 5 hearts!

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shirley

Reading Order: Bloodlines series

Bloodlines by Richelle Mead The Golden Lily by Richelle Mead The Indigo Spell by Richelle Mead
The Fiery Heart by Richelle Mead Silver Shadows by Richelle Mead The Ruby Circle by Richelle Mead

#1 ~ Bloodlines: Ebook • Hardcover • Paperback • Goodreads
#2 ~ The Golden Lily: Ebook • Hardcover • Paperback • Goodreads
#3 ~ The Indigo Spell: Ebook • Hardcover • Paperback • Goodreads
#4 ~ The Fiery Heart: Ebook • Hardcover • Paperback • Goodreads
#5 ~ Silver Shadows: Ebook • Hardcover • Paperback • Goodreads
#6 ~ The Ruby Circle: Ebook • Hardcover • Paperback • Goodreads

Cover Reveal: Losing Hope by Colleen Hoover

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Losing Hope by Colleen Hoover
Losing Hope by Colleen Hoover
Series: Hopeless #2
Publication Date: July 9th 2013
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In the follow-up to Colleen Hoover’s #1 New York Times bestseller Hopeless, the charming and irresistible Dean Holder tells the passionate story that has melted thousands of hearts.

In Hopeless, Sky left no secret unearthed, no feeling unshared, and no memory forgotten, but Holder’s past remained a mystery.

Still haunted by the little girl he let walk away, Holder has spent his entire life searching for her in an attempt to finally rid himself of the crushing guilt he has felt for years. But he could not have anticipated that the moment they reconnect, even greater remorse would overwhelm him…

Sometimes in life, if we wish to move forward, we must first dig deep into our past and make amends. In Losing Hope, bestselling author Colleen Hoover reveals what was going on inside Holder’s head during all those hopeless moments—and whether he can gain the peace he desperately needs.

Oh.
My.
God.
AAAAHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!

I am SO crazy excited to read Losing Hope now. I NEED MORE DEAN HOLDER!!! Sigh. Colleen Hoover’s going to break my heart all over again. I just know it. (OMG which reminds me: look out for our review of THIS GIRL soon!)

And even though the guy on the cover doesn’t really match my version of Holder, I’m still a big fan of the cover. I love that it matches with Hopeless’s cover, which is so darn cute! (Even though the book is anything but cute.)

Lookie lookie! Side-by-side!

Hopeless by Colleen HooverLosing Hope by Colleen Hoover

And, ahem… well, on Pinterest, there are some REALLY nice pictures of this guy who I think makes a GREAT Holder.

Like, HOLY COW. (Look at them abs!!!)
Holder 2

I can TOTALLY imagine Holder going out running in this same outfit.
Yes, I know I am weird okay? Gosh.

Aaannd maybe just one more pic….
Holder 1
(Abs!!! More abs!! And that ARM)
Okay. I’m done now.

And if you HAVEN’T read Hopeless yet *narrows my eyes at you* then what are you waiting for?

Go check out Colleen’s blog for more info on the cover!
http://colleenhoover.com/2013/05/11/cover-reveal-for-losing-hope-and-a-giveaway/

Losing Hope by Colleen Hoover

lacey

Cover Reveal: Allegiant by Veronica Roth

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Allegiant by Veronica Roth
Allegiant by Veronica Roth
Series: Divergent #3 (full reading order below)
Publication Date: October 22nd 2013
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One choice will define you.

What if your whole world was a lie?
What if a single revelation—like a single choice—changed everything?
What if love and loyalty made you do things you never expected?

The explosive conclusion to Veronica Roth’s #1 New York Times bestselling Divergent trilogy reveals the secrets of the dystopian world that has captivated millions of readers in Divergent and Insurgent.

OH MY GOD IT’S SO BEAUTIFUL!!!!! I just CANNOT express my love for this cover and this entire series! But I’m so sad Allegiant is the final book and that the Divergent series will be ending once and for all this coming October. *sniffles* Yet at the same time I’m so unbelievably excited because the last book ended with this twist and it’s like NOOOO WHY DID YOU JUST END IT LIKE THAT?!? October 22nd cannot get here quick enough!

But seriously, if you haven’t started reading this series, what on earth are you waiting for?? Because you are missing out on a fantastic series (one of my favorites actually) with the most incredible characters ever. *cough* Four *cough*.

So go start this series! You won’t regret it.

Series Order: Divergent series

Divergent by Veronica Roth Insurgent by Veronica Roth Allegiant by Veronica Roth

#1 ~ Divergent: Ebook • Hardcover • Paperback • Goodreads
#2 ~ Insurgent: Ebook • Hardcover • Paperback • Goodreads
#3 ~ Allegiant: Ebook • Hardcover • Goodreads