Morgan's Musings: November 2014

Monday, November 24, 2014

Cairnholm Island

Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children by Ransom Riggs

Rating: 5 stars

I know it’s completely cliché, but I just cannot begin to find the words to describe this book. In simplest terms, I loved it. I’m a sucker for a good adventure with a little romance thrown in and Riggs didn’t fail me. I’ll admit that I thought it had a slow start and it sat on my shelf for a while before I finally managed to get more than 20 pages in. The creativity and imagery in this book is so amazing that I found myself getting antsy to read about the next supernatural element Riggs would come up with. I go through phases with paranormal/ fantasy stories where I love it for a few months and then I hate it for a few months. The past few months have been a part of the latter and this book has brought on another phase of loving fantasy novels. I’ve already ordered the next book in the series and I’ve started scoping out other similar books to fix my fantasy craving.

Next Post: December 8th, 2014

Monday, November 10, 2014

Lindsey Lee Wells

An Abundance of Katherines by John Green
Rating: 5 stars
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Wow! I know I've said this several times, but John Green just never ceases to amaze me. This book was absolutely one of the best I've ever read (Yes, I know I've said that about all of his books-- obviously you should read them). An Abundance of Katherines is witty, hilarious, and insightful all at the same time. I wouldn't expect anything less from Green, but this book actually surprised me. Based on the synopsis (and Green's record), I was expecting a novel full of broken hearted characters and I was prepared to release my bucket of tears. I was pleasantly surprised to be crying tears of laughter instead. An Abundance of Katherines is possibly my new favorite book and I would recommend it to anyone in a heartbeat.

Next Post: November 24th, 2014