MAXIMUM RIDE:SCHOOLS OUT-FOREVER Book 2 by James Patterson

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MAXIMUM RIDE:
SCHOOLS OUT-FOREVER 
Book 2
Author: James Patterson
Source: PBS
  • Reading level: Young Adult
  • Paperback: 448 pages
  • Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers; ZZZ edition (April 1, 2007)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0316067962
  • ISBN-13: 978-0316067966
SYNOPSIS:
Fourteen-year-old Maximum Ride and the other members of the “Flock”–Fang, Iggy, Nudge, Gasman and Angel–are just like ordinary kids–only they have wings and can fly. It seems like a dream come true–except that they’re being hunted by half-human, half-wolf “Erasers” who can fly, too.

In Book 2 of the series, the Flock members are taken under the wing of an FBI agent and try to live “normal” lives by going to school, making friends–and continuing their relentless search for their parents. But the Erasers return, forcing the Flock to abandon their search and make their escape once again. The voice inside Max’s head keeps telling her that it’s up to her to save the world, but this is especially challenging to do when she is faced with her ultimate match: a newer and better version of herself, Maximum Ride II. Max’s heart-stopping quest to investigate the mind-blowing mystery of her ultimate destiny continues in the scariest, strangest, and funniest James Patterson novel yet.

MY THOUGHTS:
If you look real close, I am the adult hiding amongst her books, ashamed to say that I am addicted to this series.  Yep, I said it and I feel better now.  I am really enjoying this ride of story. Sure, it’s young adult, but who cares!  
In the second installment, Max and the flock are on the run again.  This time the FBI find out they are real and not rumors. Or is it really the FBI?  They go to live with Anne, an FBI agent and get a taste of what it would be like to have a normal life.  They even start school.  We find out later in the book that this isn’t a normal school though.  Again, the flock must fight to save their lives. 
A book that I easily finished in a day. The story kept moving, even if some parts did seem a little repetitive.  Freedom for bit, fight Erasers, freedom for a bit, Erasers, etc.  Even though it did repeat the same plot, I still loved all the little stuff that happened between all of that.  I am excited to see what the author has in store for Max and Fang.  I am still a little freaked out over Angel though.  She can be a little creepy for a six year old!

MY RATING:



Very Good! Worth Spending Your Money on!
 

THE OVERNIGHT SOCIALITE by Bridie Clark

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THE OVERNIGHT SOCIALITE
Author: Bridie Clark
Source: FSB Associates
Thank you Anna!
* I received this book free of charge in exchange for an honest review*
  • Hardcover: 288 pages
  • Publisher: Weinstein Books; 1 edition (December 16, 2009)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1602860823
  • ISBN-13: 978-1602860827
SYNOPSIS:
From the author of the media sensation Because She Can, a modern retelling of classics My Fair Lady and Pygmalion, The Overnight Socialite tells a timeless story of transformation and unlikely love set against the glittering backdrop of contemporary Manhattan.
MY THOUGHTS:
Are you looking for a quick and fun chick lit book?  Well, then this is that book.  This was my first book by this author and I will say that the cover is what made me want to read it. I know, don’t judge a book by it’s cover, but isn’t it cute?
Yes it is cheesy. Yes it is predictable. Yes it is another rags to riches story.  It is also funny, witty and worth reading every page.  I really enjoyed the story.  A book that doesn’t require a lot of thought process, but will leave you laughing and speeding through the book.  I was sad to see it end. 
Overall a great book for a quick read and chuckle. 
MY RATING:



Very Good! Worth Spending Your Money on!

STILL SUCKS TO BE ME by Kimberly Pauley (ARC review)

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STILL SUCKS TO BE ME
Source: Publisher
* I received this book free of charge in exchange for an honest review*
  • Reading level: Young Adult
  • Hardcover: 384 pages
  • Publisher: Mirrorstone (May 11, 2010)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0786955031
  • ISBN-13: 978-0786955039
SYNOPSIS:

Why it still sucks to be me: Here I am some all-powerful (ha), all-knowing (yeah right), in-control (totally not) vampire, and my parents and the stupid Vampire Council still get to dictate everything I do. Not only did they make me fake my death AND funeral (I didn’t even get to go!), but I had to leave behind my BFF Serena and move really far away. Meanwhile my boyfriend George is off “reconnecting with his parents” in Brazil. Land of beaches, bikini babes, and the biggest party in the world. He’s probably going “Mina, who?” Grady asked me to Homecoming and won’t take no for an answer. Did I mention cute but oh-so-complicated Cameron, the only other bloodsucking teen in town? That’s because I’m trying not to think about him, thank you very much. And ugh, Raven. Is she seriously stalking Serena? Vampire super strength can’t fix this train wreck. But can I?

MY THOUGHTS:
This is the second book in the series by this author.  I was so excited to get the chance to read and review this book because I loved the first book Sucks To Be Me.  
We welcome back Mina and her parents as they prepare to leave everything behind and start a new life in a new location.  Mina finds herself being drug off to Louisiana and she soon realizes it is not going to be in a major city like New Orleans.  Again, we get to see the humorous humor that they author does so well and the teenage drama that even a vampire has to go through.  You will find yourself laughing and finishing the book in no time. 
I love the writing that Ms. Pauley does so well and she had me with her first book cheering for more! I am so glad this book is on its way to the bookstores. I do recommend reading the first book in the series first though.  It helps you to understand the teen drama more, but it isn’t necessary. 
MY RATING:



Very Good! Worth Spending Your Money on!

THE ANGEL EXPERIMENT (Maximum Ride book 1) by James Patterson

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THE ANGEL EXPERIMENT
Maximum Ride : Book One
Author: James Patterson
Source: Purchased at Store
  • Reading level: Young Adult
  • Paperback: 464 pages
  • Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers (April 1, 2007)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0316067954
  • ISBN-13: 978-0316067959
SYNOPSIS:
In James Patterson’s blockbuster series, fourteen-year-old Maximum Ride, better known as Max, knows what it’s like to soar above the world. She and all the members of the “flock”–Fang, Iggy, Nudge, Gasman and Angel–are just like ordinary kids–only they have wings and can fly. It may seem like a dream come true to some, but their lives can morph into a living nightmare at any time…like when Angel, the youngest member of the flock, is kidnapped and taken back to the “School” where she and the others were experimented on by a crew of wack jobs. Her friends brave a journey to blazing hot Death Valley, CA, to save Angel, but soon enough, they find themselves in yet another nightmare–this one involving fighting off the half-human, half-wolf “Erasers” in New York City. Whether in the treetops of Central Park or in the bowels of the Manhattan subway system, Max and her adopted family take the ride of their lives. Along the way Max discovers from her old friend and father-figure Jeb–now her betrayed and greatest enemy–that her purpose is save the world–but can she?
MY THOUGHTS:
This is a great fast read that not only will young adults love, but so will adults.  It is fast paced with lots of action and has the paranormal angle that is popular.
I was amazed at first at how the chapters were no more than 3 pages long. Sometimes, a chapter was only one page.  It made me feel like I was flying through this book quickly.  Even though they were short chapters, they each had great story and flowed nicely.  I loved each of the characters the author introduced to me to.  They each had their own personality and purpose in the book. 
The only drawback this book had was that it seemed a little repetitive in the action.  Same fight just in a different location each time seemed to be the norm.  It kept the book action packed, but at times dragged it along as well.
Overall, I look forward to reading the next book.  I have fallen in love with each of the characters and I look forward to seeing them grow and explore.  
MY RATING:


Very Good! Worth Spending Your Money on!
 

THE CINDERELLA DEAL by Jennifer Crusie

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THE CINDERELLA DEAL
Author: Jennifer Crusie
Source: Purchased at the store
  • Mass Market Paperback: 288 pages
  • Publisher: Bantam; Reprint edition (January 26, 2010)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0553593366
  • ISBN-13: 978-0553593365
SYNOPSIS:
Daisy Flattery is a free spirit with a soft spot for strays and a weakness for a good story. Why else would she agree to the outrageous charade offered by her buttoned-down workaholic neighbor, Linc Blaise? The history professor needs to have a fiancée in order to capture his dream job, and Daisy is game to play the role. But something funny happens on their way to the altar that changes everything. Now, with the midnight hour approaching, will Daisy lose her prince, or will opposites not only attract but live happily ever after?
MY THOUGHTS:
Who wouldn’t want to be Cinderella? Well, I mean the good part of Cinderella’s fairy tale.  Daisy is so quirky and the complete opposite of Linc.  Don’t they say opposites attract? Well, in this fun and light romance, the author gives you humor, romance, and witty writing that is a fairy tale of modern days. 
Linc needs a fiance to seal a deal for a job.  Daisy needs the cash. What they don’t realize is that they need eachother! I loved the bickering between the two and I loved the romance.  At times I wanted to reach into the book and slap the crap out of Linc, but Daisy does a good job of setting him straight.
This book reminded me not only of Cinderella, but of the movie Pretty Woman as well. I will say that Daisy has a soft spot for animals and I love how the author describes these animals that she rescues.  We have a cat that might has well be dead, because he lays around and plays dead all the time.  We have a kitten she finds that she names Little Orphan Annie. Then we throw in a dog that has a broken tail, leg and one missing eye! I especially love the line where Linc sings to the dog:
“Daisy Blaise had a real dumb dog, and Jupiter was his name/Oh, Ju-Ju-Ju-pi-ter/Ju-Ju-Ju-pi-ter/Ju-Ju-Ju-pi-ter/And Jupiter was his name, oh.”
A great and light read for any day of the week to lift your spirits!

MY RATING:



Very Good! Worth Spending Your Money on!