The Friday Fix is a takeover of my Friday blog post by other bloggers who have volunteered their time and energy to "star" in their very own guest post on Friday. Only one mandatory thing - you must answer five of the most random questions I throw your way. The rest is up to you. Remember, if you'd like to be featured on the Friday Fix, shoot me your email, and let me know! So, without further ado, here is Emidy from Une Parole!



The Most Random Questions in the World...

1. Do dentists perform their own dentistry?

I sure hope not! I would imagine it would be pretty difficult. And dangerous! And awkward! Wouldn't that be a funny sight, though? But it begs the question - where do they actually go to get their teeth checked? It would be interesting to find out. Any dentists reading this?

2. Can animals commit suicide?

Yes, but I'm pretty sure they don't do it on purpose! I mean, have you seen those birds and squirrels that hop across the road right when a car is coming? That's basically asking for death, yet they do it all the time!

3. If you do something to save time...do you get to keep the time you save?

Sadly no. But oh, I wish that were the case! Just imagine... one day when you really need a few extra minutes to do something, your saved-up time could really come in handy. If you're late for school - no problemo! If you need extra time to get ready in the morning - voila! I wish the world was like that.


4. 4. Why are they called "marbles" if they are made from glass?

That's actually a really good question that I have no answer for! I'll take a random guess and say that they used to be made out of marble, the rock. Glass is prettier and you can get some with really nice designs, so that's probably why they made the switch.

5. Can you slam revolving doors?


Nope, but it would look pretty funny if you tried! Not to mention foolish. I used to be intimidated by revolving doors, actually. I always pictured myself falling down and somehow getting caught in between the doors while they're revolving. Now that would hurt!



I had a lot of fun answering these questions! They're always so original and get you thinking. So, I'd like to thank Melissa for featuring me on her Friday Fix. Thanks Melissa!


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Thank you so much, Emidy! She has the most adorable little blog with absolutely amazing reviews! It's definitely one of my favourite blogs to visit, and you'll love it, too!

Waiting on Wednesday is hosted by Jill from Breaking the Spine, and spotlights upcoming novels we just can't wait for! We all know there are a ton of great books coming out this year, but this week, I'm particularly excited for...

Title: Folly
Author: Marthe Jocelyn
Release Date: May 11, 2010





Three fates intertwine in this moving and passionate love story set in Victorian London.

Mary Finn: country girl, maid to a lord in London

Caden Tucker: liar, scoundrel, and heart's delight

James Nelligan: age six, tossed into a herd of boys

When Mary Finn falls into the arms of handsome Caden Tucker, their frolic changes the course of her life. What possesses her? She's been a girl of common sense until now. Mary's tale alternates with that of young James Nelligan, a new boy in an enormous foundling home.
Taken from GoodReads

I love books set in historic times, and I love books with stories that intertwine until a parallel is drawn between all the characters. I think this book sounds amazing - and entertaining - and I have to say that the cover is a bit haunting. I love how dark it is. This is a definite must-read for me! What are you waiting on this week?

I saw ONE movie this weekend...just ONE...and it was AMAZINGGGGG!!! Think I love it yet? Just wait until you've heard all my thoughts (insert canned laughter here)...



Oceans is a remarkable visual and auditory journey and is narrated by the one and only Pierce Brosnan and begins with the simple lines:

"What is the ocean? The answer isn’t in a book. You must see it for yourself. Hear it. Taste it. Feel its power. Live it.”

Oceans spans the globe, exploring the world's five oceans and delving into the deep underwater world from the different perspectives and viewpoints of the animals that live there. It's so real...so tangible...that at times you actually feel like you're swimming in the ocean with them. It's an amazing thing. Oh, and here's an interesting fact - this film took four years simply to gather enough film and material to piece together into one great masterpiece. I'd say the filmmakers definitely succeeded. Released on Earth Day, Oceans is a gentle reminder that we should do all we can to preserve these magnificent habitats.

It's hard to review a film like Oceans, but if you're in the mood for something beautiful, entertaining, and just a little bit educational, I highly recommend this for all ages. I give film a 5 out of 5 for sure! Below is the trailer.

It's almost the end of Miranda's sophomore year in high school, and her journal reflects the busy life of a typical teenager: conversations with friends, fights with mom, and fervent hopes for a driver's license. When Miranda first begins hearing the reports of a meteor on a collision course with the moon, it hardly seems worth a mention in her diary. But after the meteor hits, pushing the moon off its axis and causing worldwide earthquakes, tsunamis, and volcanoes, all the things Miranda used to take for granted begin to disappear. Food and gas shortages, along with extreme weather changes, come to her small Pennsylvania town; and Miranda's voice is by turns petulant, angry, and finally resigned, as her family is forced to make tough choices while they consider their increasingly limited options. Yet even as suspicious neighbors stockpile food in anticipation of a looming winter without heat or electricity, Miranda knows that that her future is still hers to decide even if life as she knew it is over.
Taken from GoodReads.

Life As We Knew It is Miranda's diary, her link to a semblance of normalcy lost the minute the devastating meteor hit the moon. She rants, she uses sarcasm, and she fights for the life she wants even though everywhere people are giving up hope. She believes life is still worth fighting for even in the midst of worldwide trauma and loss. Above all else though, Miranda wants to prove to herself and to everyone else that life is still worth living, and despite everything that has happened - life goes on.

The brainchild of Susan Beth Pfeffer, Life As We Knew It is a page-turner, and it captivated me from start to finish. I haven't read too many reviews of this one, but the summary intrigued me, and I really wanted to see what it was all about. I couldn't put it down. The story flows and mesmerizes, keeping you hooked to every single word. It's not often that a "what if" story feels realistic and tangible...this, however, accomplishes that seamlessly with a host of characters one can relate to.

I give this book a definite 5 out of 5, and I would recommend it to anyone who loves the combination of sci-fi, drama, and YA novels. I can't wait to start the sequel, The Dead and the Gone!

The Friday Fix is a takeover of my Friday blog post by other bloggers who have volunteered their time and energy to "star" in their very own guest post on Friday. Only one mandatory thing - you must answer five of the most random questions I throw your way. The rest is up to you. Remember, if you'd like to be featured on the Friday Fix, shoot me your email, and let me know! So, without further ado, here is Sarah from Book Reviews from Inside an Igloo!



The Most Random Questions in the World...

1. If an orange is orange and called an orange, why is a banana yellow, but not called a yellow?

WWell, maybe because “the powers that be” knew Gwen Stefani would have a hard time making a catchy song that went like so; “the sh*t is Y.E.L.L.O.W’S”, not as catchy eh?

2. How do they treat people who become addicted to therapy?

They become therapists. Hey, after all if you love your job, you never work a day in your life.

3. Why do they sterilize equipment before administering a lethal injection?

Germs aren't a good way to go I guess.

4. Isn't a self-help group a bit of an oxymoron?

Funny... If you think really hard about the word “oxymoron” is kinda is an oxymoron to... Think about that

5. What was the best thing before they invented sliced bread?

SEAN CONNERY! He’s old enough, right?



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Thank you so much, Sarah! If you haven't done so already, I highly suggest you check out her blog...don't you just love her header?! Too cute!

Also, a quick closing note...to those who missed their Friday Fixes due to my random excursion to Seattle and the plague of death that followed last week, I will be featuring you the next two weeks, respectively. I'm so sorry for the delay!

Waiting on Wednesday is hosted by Jill from Breaking the Spine, and spotlights upcoming novels we just can't wait for! We all know there are a ton of great books coming out this year, but this week, I'm particularly excited for...

Title: The Red Pyramid
Author: Rick Riordan
Release Date: May 4, 2010





Since their mother’s death, Carter and Sadie have become near strangers. While Sadie has lived with her grandparents in London, her brother has traveled the world with their father, the brilliant Egyptologist, Dr. Julius Kane.

One night, Dr. Kane brings the siblings together for a "research experiment" at the British Museum, where he hopes to set things right for his family. Instead, he unleashes the Egyptian god Set, who banishes him to oblivion and forces the children to flee for their lives.

Soon, Sadie and Carter discover that the gods of Egypt are waking, and the worst of them--Set--has his sights on the Kanes. To stop him, the siblings embark on a dangerous journey across the globe--a quest that brings them ever closer to the truth about their family, and their links to a secret order that has existed since the time of the pharaohs.
Taken from GoodReads

Ok...one, I love Rick Riordan. Two, I'm sad that the Percy Jackson series is done. Three, I love fun, easy, and light reading. This sounds like all of the above and, frankly, I can't wait to get my paws on this. Plus...I love the cover. It reminds me of the beloved Percy Jackson series!

What are you waiting on this week? Leave me a link, and I'll drop by!

Teaser Tuesday is hosted by MizB at Should Be Reading.

Grab your current read
Open to a random page
Share two (2) “teaser” sentences from somewhere on that page
BE CAREFUL NOT TO INCLUDE SPOILERS! (make sure that what you share doesn’t give too much away! You don’t want to ruin the book for others!)
Share the title & author, too, so that other Tuesday Teaser participants can add the book to their TBR Lists if they like your teasers!



"Mom turned 15 shades of red and then we really went at it. Mom yelled at me about money and responsibilities and I yelled at her about favorites and not loving me like she loves Matt and Jonny (which I know isn’t true, but Mom wasn’t right about me not understanding about money and responsibilities) and we got so loud Jonny left his bedroom to see what was going on. "
Life As We Knew It by Susan Beth Pfeffer

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And now, for my Tuesday Teaser...For those of you who don't know, I do my Tuesday Teaser's differently (and yes, I add this disclaimer every time). Each week, I feature a teensy snippet of something I've written, leave it up all day, then remove it around 11 PM. You're welcome to comment on it, love it, hate it, or simply read it at your leisure...if you'd like, of course. This week's teaser is from my finished MS, Fire and Snow.



The Tuesday Teaser is down! Check back next week for more :)

I'm pretty sure I caught a plague in Seattle, hence the severe lack of posts. While I would love to say it was completely worth it (and I really had an amazing time)...I didn't really want to spend the past 4 days of my life practically on my deathbed. That said, I'm finally starting to feel better...finally. Anyhoo, my point is that I was unable to go to the movies to see a new flick this weekend, so I settled for a DVD rental of The Ugly Truth.



In Sacramento, Abby Richter produces a morning news show that's about to be canceled. To boost ratings, her boss hires Mike Chadway, a local cable call-in host who promotes the ugly truth: sex is the only glue in a relationship, men can't change, and they only respond to women's looks. Mike offends Abby's sensibility: she has a checklist about the perfect man, and she's found him in her new neighbor, Colin, a hunky doctor. Mike offers to help her reel in Colin if she'll work with Mike on the show; she accepts the deal, ratings go up, and, with Mike's help, so does Colin's interest in her. Craig Ferguson, a hot air balloon, and the ugly truth help this take on "Cyrano" play out.
Taken from IMDB.

I'll be the first to admit that I'm a true sucker for chick flicks. It's a not-so-guilty pleasure of mine, so when I saw a film with Gerard Butler and Katherine Heigl, I couldn't wait to see it. (I have no idea why I waited until DVD though...) Anyway, the film follows Abby, the stereotypical beautiful cat lady completely disillusioned with love, and Mike Chadway, an equally disillusioned ego maniacal man hell-bent on changing Abby's perception of the perfect romance.

The Ugly Truth has all the makings of a great chick flick - hot leading man, relatable leading lady, and a plot that sounds fun and entertaining. That's about where it stopped for me though. I don't know if you guys have ever watched How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days, but I'm pretty sure that's the greatest modern chick flick. It seamlessly blends innuendos, hilarity, and enough drama to keep you on your toes. The Ugly Truth, on the other hand, was just crass...and vulgar...and although funny at points...really really obnoxious.

I was honestly really disappointed in this film, but maybe I was just expecting something too different when I started it. I give this film a 3 out of 5 because the actors played their parts well, even if I didn't really like the general script. I'd recommend this only for mature audiences (lots of swearing etc.) Below is the trailer for those who've yet to see the film.

Climbing to the top of the social ladder is hard--falling from it is even harder. Regina Afton used to be a member of the Fearsome Fivesome, an all-girl clique both feared and revered by the students at Hallowell High... until vicious rumors about her and her best friend's boyfriend start going around.

Now Regina's been "frozen out" and her ex-best friends are out for revenge. If Regina was guilty, it would be one thing, but the rumors are far from the terrifying truth and the bullying is getting more intense by the day. She takes solace in the company of Michael Hayden, a misfit with a tragic past who she herself used to bully. Friendship doesn't come easily for these onetime enemies, and as Regina works hard to make amends for her past, she realizes Michael could be more than just a friend... if threats from the Fearsome Foursome don't break them both first.
Taken from GoodReads.

I've never read anything by Courtney Summers before, so reading Some Girls Are was a first for me. It's a dark story about the secret lives of bullies and high school teens climbing the rungs of the social ladder and doing anything at all to keep others from taking their shot at social glory. The story follows Regina, once a member of the Fearsome Fivesome, who was suddenly frozen out of her elite clique for sleeping with the leader, Anna's, boyfriend. The problem is - that's not what happened...not even half of it.

I wanted to like Regina in this story. I wanted to pity her because I know what it's like not to be popular, but I have to say, she was very unlikeable. I understand why she was that way - it was a defense mechanism - but it still made me want to punch her in the teeth. That said, in the wake of horrible bullying and tragedy all over the news these days, Some Girls Are is an extremely relevant story. It's a story of standing up for yourself, of learning that you can stand on your own two feet without a posse of girls there to back you up...it's about learning that you are just as valuable as everyone else.

I read this book in 5 hours because I read it straight, and I didn't want to put it down. It's easy to read, but it's not a light story. The writing style is smooth, fast-paced, and a pleasure to follow...plus, I love the cover. The colours pop, and it made me want to read it. I give this book a definite 5 out of 5, and I'd recommend it to anyone who loves the YA genre.

Waiting on Wednesday is hosted by Jill from Breaking the Spine, and spotlights upcoming novels we just can't wait for! We all know there are a ton of great books coming out this year, but this week, I'm particularly excited for...

Title: Illyria
Author: Elizabeth Hand
Release Date: May 13, 2010





Madeleine and Rogan are first cousins, best friends, twinned souls, each other's first love. Even within their large, disorderly family - all descendants of a famous actress - their intensity and passion for theater sets them apart. It makes them a little dangerous. When they are cast in their school's production of Twelfth Night, they are forced to face their separate talents and futures, and their future together.
Taken from GoodReads

I just love the sound of this one - short, sweet, nearly poetic...it's a forbidden love story, but it's the very best kind. I'll admit, I have a penchant for works involving Shakespeare, so that element really excites me. I love the cover, too. It's a bit like an old-fashioned painting!

What are you waiting on this week? Leave me a link and I'll be sure to check it out!

Teaser Tuesday is hosted by MizB at Should Be Reading.

Grab your current read
Open to a random page
Share two (2) “teaser” sentences from somewhere on that page
BE CAREFUL NOT TO INCLUDE SPOILERS! (make sure that what you share doesn’t give too much away! You don’t want to ruin the book for others!)
Share the title & author, too, so that other Tuesday Teaser participants can add the book to their TBR Lists if they like your teasers!



"In Tarahumara Land there was no crime, war, or theft. There was no corruption, obesity, drug addiction, greed, wife-beating, child abuse, heart disease, high blood pressure, or carbon emissions."
Born to Run: A Hidden Tribe, Superathletes, and the Greatest Race the World Has Never Seen by Christopher McDougall

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And now, for my Tuesday Teaser...For those of you who don't know, I do my Tuesday Teaser's differently (and yes, I add this disclaimer every time). Each week, I feature a teensy snippet of something I've written, leave it up all day, then remove it around 11 PM. You're welcome to comment on it, love it, hate it, or simply read it at your leisure...if you'd like, of course. This week's teaser is from my finished MS, Fire and Snow.



The Tuesday Teaser is Down!

I actually saw this movie before my little excursion to Seattle, but now is as good as any time to review it eh? Ok, here goes...



Clash of the Titansis set in the Greek city of Argos where a war is about to explode between man and the gods. Perseus (Sam Worthington) raised as a fisherman, but is actually a demi-god. Perseus is the son of Zeus (Liam Neeson) who is about to take on the gods after the death of his family. Zeus' brother Hades (Ralph Fiennes) was the one who killed his family, and Perseus wants to kill him. However, it is Perseus's destiny to rescue the city of Argos from the ruthless rage of Hades and his Kraken monster. With nothing to lose, Perseus leads a band of soldiers on a quest to defeat the Kraken. In doing this, Perseus will prevent Hades from overthrowing Zeus and in turn destroying mankind.
Taken from IMDB.

You know, I went into this guardedly optimistic because this film received some horrible reviews, though I assume that's because it's a remake of a classic film. The new Clash of the Titans is much darker than the original version, but the effects make it that much more powerful. Visually, this film is stunning. I heard a lot of complaints about how the settings switched rapidly, and they did, but I thought it was a very cohesive pattern. There was a lot to fit into a relatively small timeframe, and I think the director, Louis Leterrier did an excellent job.

The cast was extremely strong, too. With Sam Worthington as Perseus, Liam Neeson as Zeus, and Ralph Fiennes as Hades (to name just a few), this film has an ensemble cast that creates a true masterpiece, and I don't think there was one bad actor in this film.

All in all, I give this film a 4.5 out of 5 because I thought it was immensely entertaining, and I highly recommend seeing it in 3-D...it's insane! It's dark though, so I don't recommend this for young audiences. Below is the trailer.

I'm baaaaccckk!!! I know, seriously, it feels as though I haven't posted in years, even though it's only been about...what...6 days? Anyway, I'm sorry I went missing, my friends! I went on a little holiday with some friends to Seattle for an amazing Angels & Airwaves show. Want proof? See below ;)



Anyway, I'm back, so onto the meat of the post - In My Mailbox is hosted by The Story Siren and features the books you've received during the week. Ok, so without further ado, this week I received:










Bought: A copy of Perfect Chemistry by Simone Elkeles















Won: A copy of Tantalize by Cynthia Leitich Smith

I saw two movies this past week(end), so I figured I'd start with the first, The Last Song, which I saw on opening night.




Seventeen year old Veronica "Ronnie" Miller's life was turned upside-down when her parents divorced and her father moved from New York City to Wilmington, North Carolina. Three years later, she remains angry and alientated from her parents, especially her father...until her mother decides it would be in everyone's best interest if she spent the summer in Wilmington with him. Ronnie's father, a former concert pianist and teacher, is living a quiet life in the beach town, immersed in creating a work of art that will become the centerpiece of a local church.The tale that unfolds is an unforgettable story of love on many levels--first love, love between parents and children -- that demonstrates, as only a Nicholas Sparks novel can, the many ways that love can break our hearts...and heal them.
Taken from GoodReads.

For those of you who didn't know, The Last Song is based on the book by the same name, written by Nicholas sparks, who also happened to pen the screenplay for the one and only slutty Miley Cyrus. This story is one of love, family, heartbreak, rebellion, loss, and finding oneself...and it truly is a beautiful book...one which I wanted more than anything for the film to live up to.

I'll be honest. The movie wasn't awful. While Miley Cyrus maintained one facial expression the entire time and portrayed the emotional range of a bean, the rest of the cast, including Greg Kinnear and Liam Hemsworth did quite well. The story line involving Ronnie's father was well-played, and I'll admit, it brought a tear (or ten) to my eyes. A lot of the film ended up just being fluff though, especially because I don't think Miley Cyrus is able to carry such a powerful role yet. To all Miley fans: I'm sorry...but I maintain that!

All in all, this film is a mild tear-jerker, albeit very mild, and I give it a 3.5 out of 5. I'd recommend it to anyone who's a fan of Nicholas Sparks' works, and while it might not be the best film, it's definitely a date film. Below is the trailer.

In My Mailbox is hosted by The Story Siren and features the books you've received during the week. Ok, so without further ado, this week I received:









Bought: A copy of The Body Finder by Kimberly Derting















Book Tour: A copy of Light Beneath Ferns by Anne Spollen







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But onto the real news...last night, I used Random.org to select two winners who will each receive a signed copy of Glorious by Bernice L. McFadden. So, without further ado, the two winners are:

Texy

and

Maggie

Congratulations, ladies! I'll be sending an email your way to notify you. Please get me your addresses ASAP so I can send them on to Bernice, who will be sending your prizes directly!

All year the half-bloods have been preparing for battle against the Titans, knowing the odds of victory are grim. Kronos's army is stronger than ever, and with every god and half-blood he recruits, the evil Titan's power only grows. While the Olympians struggle to contain the rampaging monster Typhon, Kronos begins his advance on New York City, where Mount Olympus stands virtually unguarded. Now it's up to Percy Jackson and an army of young demigods to stop the Lord of Time.

In this momentous final book in the New York Times best-selling Percy Jackson and the Olympians series, the long-awaited prophecy surrounding Percy's sixteenth birthday unfolds. And as the battle for Western civilization rages on the streets of Manhattan, Percy faces a terrifying suspicion that he may be fighting against his own fate.
Taken from Amazon.

This book is the fifth book in the series chronicling the adventures of Percy Jackson, son of Poseidon, and his friends at Camp Half-Blood for demigods. In this series-ending conclusion, Kronos seeks to regain his full godly power and overthrow Olympus, ending the time of the gods once and for all. The problem is that if he succeeds, everything mortals know and love will begin to eventually fade. It's up to Percy, Annabeth, Grover, Tyson, and the rest of the Half-Blood campers to save Olympus, New York, and essentially...the world.

The Last Olympian was full of action from start to finish. I've had it on my shelf for a while, but I couldn't bear the thought of the series actually being finished. Whereas some of the other books took a chapter or two to get into the meat of the book, The Last Olympian jumped right in with desperation, urgency, and adventure - the type that makes you unable to put the book down.

Someone *cough cough* Amelia told me I would read this book straight...in about 15 hours. She was wrong...sort of. I read it in 14 hours. Straight. Nonstop. That's how fun, and gripping, and involved this book was. Finally, finally you will understand the importance of Rachel Elizabeth Dare. Finally, Annabeth and Percy realize they have feelings for one another, and finally the gods realize how important their children truly are.

I can't believe this was the final book in the Percy Jackson and the Olympians series! Curse you, Rick Riordan! I give this book 5++ stars, and I would recommend it to anyone looking for a fun, fluid, easy, and enticing read. Now I need to find another series like this. Damn it!

The Friday Fix is a takeover of my Friday blog post by other bloggers who have volunteered their time and energy to "star" in their very own guest post on Friday. Only one mandatory thing - you must answer five of the most random questions I throw your way. The rest is up to you. Remember, if you'd like to be featured on the Friday Fix, shoot me your email, and let me know! So, without further ado, here is Amelia from Imagination in Focus!



The Most Random Questions in the World...

1. How far East can you go before you're heading West?

Well historically, the East met the West at the Hellespont, so as the dorky history major, I’ll have to say – go straight through Europe and take a left at Istanbul, then you’re in the East!

2. Why doesn't McDonalds sell hot dogs?

Because they’re not as cool as Sonic.

3. Why is the Lone Ranger called "lone" if his friend Tonto is always with him?

Hmmm, good point! Unless they meant “lonely” because he doesn’t have a girlfriend… unless that’s supposed to be Tonto, too! o_O

4. Are eyebrows considered facial hair?

Yes! I knew this girl once who…ughhhh. Never mind, I get the hibidy-jibidies just remembering that unibrow action. So yes, definitely considered facial hair!

5. If you were given the opportunity to win $50 million for eating six live spiders, would you do it?

No way. I don’t like spiders or their little hairy legs, and while I’d love nothing more than to smash six spiders into tiny bits, I wouldn’t put them in my mouth to do it.



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Thank you so much, Amelia! If you haven't done so already, I highly suggest you check out her blog...she's the one who introduced me to Percy Jackson!!!

As a final closing note...remember, tomorrow is the last day to enter my giveaway of two (2) signed copies of Glorious by Bernice L. McFadden! Click here to enter!

I was lucky enough (again) to participate in a blog tour of the novel Light Beneath Ferns by Anne Spollen, hosted by Liz from Cleverly Inked.



Elizah Rayne is nothing like other fourteen-year-old girls. More interested in bird bones than people, she wraps herself in silence. Trying to escape the shadow of her gambler father, Elizah and her mother move into an old house that borders a cemetery. All her mother wants is for them to have "normal" lives. But that becomes impossible for Elizah when she finds a human jawbone by the river and meets Nathaniel, a strangely hypnotic and mysterious boy who draws Elizah into his world.

Only by forgetting everything she knows can Elizah understand the truth about Nathaniel—and discover an unimaginable secret.
Taken from GoodReads.

Light Beneath Ferns is a very beautifully written book. The author, Anne Spollen, has a definite way with words, stringing together a maze of lyrical, meaningful, and poignant words for a story with a deep and emphatic purpose. I'd have to say the language in this book is really the best part. It's easy to read, and it flows.

The protagonist, Elizah, was a bit unlikeable for me, though I'm sure it's different for everyone. She is extremely cynical, a tad depressing, and completely absorbed in her dark, uncomfortable thoughts. While I liked her sarcasm (probably because it's my forte), I often found her to be almost distasteful and rude. That said, she had a lot of witty, searing dialogue with Nathaniel that I found very entertaining to read. That said, often times, I felt as though the dialogue was strained between both Nathaniel and Elizah, and I'm not sure I saw a true character progression through the novel, which frustrated me.

Light Beneath Ferns is a cross-genre book, merging the paranormal with a tasteful YA story. That, plus the dialogue and the beautiful imagery Anne Spollen wove through the book made it a lovely read, albeit not my favourite. All in all, I think this was a strong book, though I'm not sure I would re-read it. I give it a strong 3.5 out of 5.

Please be sure to stay tuned for the next stop on Anne Spollen's book tour over at My Overstuffed Bookshelf!