Review: Cress

Cress by Marissa Meyer
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Friends. She squinted at the chip as she held it up, wondering if that was the right word. It felt like having friends, especially after they’d survived the mission together. But then, she didn’t have anything to compare this mission to.

MINDBLOWN. Well, that was nicely handled. Cress, indeed, is a page-turner. It was hard to put down and I just wanted to go on reading for as long as I could. It was action-packed – my heart went thump, thump from the moment they tried to rescue Cress up until Cinder said her last line in the book. It was really enjoyable and made me look forward the next chapters. And even the next book!

Once again, I was introduced to a new character – Cress. She was locked up in a satellite for seven years and was an excellent hacker. Being locked in a prison she practically designed, she was not able to cut off her hair so it grew longer. (Yep, RAPUNZEL!)

I found it amazing how Marissa Meyer were able to connect every characters, based off on different characters from the fairytales we surely grew up with. Apparently, I was sad because I liked Scarlet but in this book, she was given only little focus. What made me happy was I proved to myself that Wolf loved Scarlet, although they met in a really short period of time. She was his alpha, the brightest star.

Kai and Cinder, likewise, never failed to amuse me and make me swoon. While the pair seemed unlikely – an emperor and a fugitive cyborg – I love these two together and if I could, I would help them overthrow Levana and even be the priest on their wedding.

Thorne and Cress were my favorite pair. When they were separated from the group after the failed attempt to rescue Cress, I love how these two survived together. Thorne, in my opinion, should actually be the one being credited. He was funny, although he was blind then. I love everything about him, though he did some things. But, when asked if Thorne or Kai, the answer I guess would be clear.

Overall, I loved Cress just as much as I loved Scarlet and Cinder. I love the action in its story and not only that, but I was able to feel the characters’ emotions as well. I could sympathize for the characters and I even teared up a little bit. Maybe enough to fill a teacup. BUT THAT ENDING THOUGH. IT SHOULDN’T HAVE ENDED LIKE THAT WHY, WHY, WHY? I wish I had the last book in my hands but noooooooooooooo. I am so curious to know how will it end, and what will happen to the characters!

I am so glad I came across this book. It’s worth my time and I am very much happy I spent the day reading it, though the ending. Looking forward to the last book!


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Review: Scarlet

Scarlet by Marissa Meyer
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

“I think I realized that I would rather die because I betrayed them, than live because I betrayed you.”

After reading Cinder, a thought instantly popped inside my head: I had to read Scarlet. So, I did. But I had a rough start and the book didn’t seem to appeal to me yet so I put it down for a little while (about 2 days) and when I picked it up again, it appealed to me very much and I absolutely loved it!

The story was focused on Scarlet who was in France and Cinder who… well, she was a fugitive. It was really interesting and I was so excited to find out why Cinder and Scarlet’s paths will cross. When I found out, I screamed like a crazy old dude.

In Scarlet, I was introduced to new characters: Scarlet, Wolf, and Thorne. Scarlet was this pretty girl who lived with her grandmother and when her grandmother went missing, searched for her. Of course you know. Wolf, on the other hand, is this streetfighter who happened to have an idea as to where Scarlet’s grandmother might be. Lastly, Thorne is this funny cadet who preferred to be called Captain. He too, was a fugitive along with Cinder.

Although the number of characters were increasing and the setting seemed to increase its scope, it did not confuse me but it made me enjoy the book even more. Emperor Kai wasn’t really, really focused in the book which is kind of sad because I like him! But on the parts where he was there, those were really essential and need not be looked over.

Overall, Scarlet is a fast-paced novel which includes action and a little bit of romance. I totally love it! Marissa Meyer pulled the novel really well and exceeded my expectations. Sadly, I haven’t read or watched Little Red Riding Hood so I could not quite point out parallels in the book. But, that does not make the story less interesting. I just do not know when the last time I loved a second book was but it just happened that I loved this one.

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Review: Cinder

Cinder by Marissa Meyer
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

“Cinder.” A condescending laugh. “How fitting. Ashes. Dirt. Filth.”

Wow. Just wow. Now that’s what I’m talking about!!! I spent the whole day on bed, alternately reading Cinder and sleeping. It was a really good book plus a quick read. I love it, truly! An amazing retelling of a classic tale set in the future. What can I say? It’s my favorites, combined!

I actually started reading the book over a month ago but I was just adjusting to changes. It was written third person’s POV and I mostly have read ones written in the first person. But, the second time I tried reading Cinder did not fail me! In fact, I finished it quickly.

I loved how the story went. I found it unique except for the plague, as I have read few books that talked about deadly virus spreading around. Apart from that, Marissa Meyer did an enchanting job in writing her novel. I loved how the book combined classic tale and modern technologies. While it seemed weird at first, it just got better the more I dived in. The book also made my imagination go as far as to the galaxy. I found their time amazing, traveling back and forth through the moon. Cool.

Prince Kai is also so adorable. In fact, I have a picture of him in my mind:



I’m pretty sure that that guy does not exactly look like Prince Kai but being their fan for quite some time made me use his image everytime Prince Kai comes into the scene.

The ball was the part I’ve waited. While reading, I was just like, I wonder who Cinder’s fairy godmother here will be. Although I didn’t get exactly what I wanted, the scenes played out really well and I can’t help but shout. I had to hit my head (lightly) against the wall as I try to swoon over the image of Cinder being in the Prince’s Personal Guest List and her dancing with the Prince. It felt really magical to me!

Queen Levana, oh that woman. I really wanted to stab her eyes! That brainwashing bitch! She thinks so highly of herself, eww. I hate her so much. Aaaaaannnndddddddddddd. I just couldn’t wait to read the other books to find out what’s going to happen to Cinder, after knowing the truth!

Overall, Cinder was an amazing book. No joke. I love everything and I was glad I read it from the first page rather than continuing where I left off the first time I tried reading it. I appreciated this more than the first attempt. It was a good book that just deserves to be read and applauded.

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Review: Tragedy Girl

Tragedy Girl by Christine Hurley Deriso
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Ugh, that happened.



Full review to come.

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Review: Tragedy Girl

Tragedy Girl by Christine Hurley Deriso
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Ugh, that happened. Full review to come.

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Review: The Crown

The Crown by Kiera Cass
My rating: 0 of 5 stars

10/13/15: OH MY GOD. I REPEAT, OH MY GOD



2016 feels so far.

11/22/2015: Oh geez, the cover is here! and I don't like it! The head looks very edited. But I'm still reading it soon!

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Review: Jane Eyre

Jane Eyre by Charlotte Brontë
My rating: 0 of 5 stars

I just do not know why I could not finish reading classic. I have my copy of Jane Eyre for 3 years already but I never reached even quarter of it. What kind of a person am I?!!!

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