My Mile Long Wish List

I have a wish-list for books that is taller than me, and I also love to re-read books(Right now I'm re-reading Beautiful Creatures) so, I've decided to prioritise my wish-list. I am going to list all published books, not one's that I'm waiting for the release of. Have you ever heard the quote 'So Many Books, So Little Time...'. It's true!

10. Percy Jackson and The Lightning Theif: I saw the film recently and loved it so, I'm hoping to read the books really soon. I've heard the books are better than the film, and it was fantastic so I have high-hopes. I also can't help admitting that I feel like I'm missing out!

9. I'd Tell You I Love Your But Then I'd Have To Kill You by Ally Carter: I can't tell you how long I have been looking at this book on the shelves and have wanted to buy it. It looks like such a fun read with spies but also deadly and excited. Ally Carter is one of my favourite people on Twitter, she is so entertaining. I'm in complete need to read one of her books.

8. Noughts and Crosses by Malorie Blackman: I'm on a recommendation by a friend and the fact there is so much hype around this book. I've wanted to read it since I picked up Pig Heart Boy and Malorie Blackman seems to deal with such argumentative subjects and discussion points she can give you so much emotion.

7. Shiver by Maggie Steifvater: I have so many author's I haven't read anything by yet, but this is a series I have been wanting for a while. I think it's the fantasy aspect of it that is really drawing me in and the only book I've read with any werewolves is Twilight so I'm really intrigue by this plot.

6. Matched by Allie Condie: I had this, a long with the other books in the series Crossed and Reached for Christmas and I still seemed to haven't got around to them yet. They are one of things I am most excited to read because, not only are the covers beautiful, but I've heard such great things.

5. Blood Red Road by Moira Young: I pass this constantly and it seems like a gripping book. It seems like a dystopian novel but with more and that's exactly the type of thing I love. I'm so excited to get my hands on this.

4. The Catcher in the Rye: I'm reading To Kill a Mockingbird at the moment and have Alice in Wonderland waiting for me when I'm done. At the moment, I'm trying to read all the classics since I've only ever read the children's version of Jane Eyre(Which I adored) and The Secret Garden which was my childhood favourite. The Catcher in the Rye sounds incredible. I need this book.

3. Looking for Alaska by John Green: After reading The Fault in Our Stars, I've fallen in love with John Green's beautiful writing. And as a member of Nerdfighteria, it only seems to right to read all of his books.

2. Delirium by Lauren Oliver: This is another book that I've seen filling my Twitter feed lately, and, when I first heard about this book a few months ago, I instantly wanted to read it. A world without love? I can't wait to start it!

1. Clockwork Prince by Cassandra Clare: I've heard such great things about this trilogy and Clockwork Prince is at the top of my wish-list. The covers instantly drew me in to these books as well as the hype about the ending to the trilogy. Since the final book has just come out, it seems like the perfect chance to start reading and I haven't got any books by Cassandra Clare on my shelf so, I'm really looking forward to getting into the worlds she creates. It would also be great If I could read The Mortal Instruments before the movie, because I've seen the trailer and can't wait to see the film.

Review: Breathe by Sarah Crossan

In a world with no trees, no air, no truth,

There is no choice but to fight back.

 

 

When Oxygen Levels Plunge is a treeless world, a state lottery decides who will live inside The Pod. Everyone else will slowly suffocate.

 

Years after The Switch, society has divided into Premiums and Auxiliaries. Only Premiums can afford enough oxygen to live a normal life while Auxiliaries spend their time worrying about when their supply will finally run out. Dissenters to the regime are ejected from The Pod to the Outlands where a harsh climate waits for them. Alina belongs to a rebel group set to restore truth into their world. On the verge of capture by Breathe, the Pod's Government, Alina is rescued by a Premium boy and an Auxiliary girl: Quinn and Bea. They escape The Pod but with only two days worth of air. Drifters, harsh climates and the truth. Outside, they unearth conspiracy on a breathtaking scale. Everything depends on their survival.

 

 

Do you know the feeling when you realise you are one-page away from finishing a book you don't want to end? That was what I experienced when reading Breathe.  

 

I loved it. It was a fast-paced, exhilarating read that has a world that was detailed and easily imaginable. Told from the perspectives of Alina. Quinn and Bea, getting to know each character was yet another bonus to this gripping read. Alina is part of a rebel group, fighting for the freedom to breathe, and is a feisty character that doesn't want to accept help. Alina is very different compared to the other female protagonist in this novel, Bea: kind, caring and insightful. She also is so wise and compossionate, it changes the way you think of the other characters through her words. .Quinn has always has enough air to Breathe but despite this, he brings humour into this novel with his bold personality. These main characters also bring in a love-triangle which brings in a romantc side to a perfectly-plotted, action-packed novel. A love-triangle from all three point of views was emotional and heart-warming but was something different that is completely enjoyable to read. Sarah Crossan, the author, was able to create a cast of characters you will want to read about and will be able to find some of yourself in. The way it is told from Alina, Quinn and Bea's point of view, was a choice I loved. Quinn and Bea being best friends, it was great to see their story collide with Alina's. There was so much emotion and a different side to the story as with each chapter, you changed the perspective.

 

Most Young Adult Dystopia is set in what used to be known as America but Breathe is the future of Britain. Breathe is a complex world and set up but you also get to, throughout the book, learn more about the state of the other countries in the world. Unlike other dystopias, it tells you what is happening elsewhere whilst giving a glimpse into the future. The scenes were detailed and was full of gorgeous writing. The Outlands are easy to imagine and give you a clear picture of the world that is left. As I have said before there is a wide cast of characters but each are easy to remember and part of this novel.

 

Breathe was just fantastic. It is an incredible read that I loved from start to end, I could never seem to turn the pages fast enough. I found it easy to understand but with twists and turns in the plot and secrets being discovered, it leaves you in constant suspense. I adored getting to know the characters and their personalities and wanted them to succeed throughout the novel. It has a gripping build-up throughout the novel to a cliff-hanger ending. Bea was my favourite character as I found a bit of myself in her but I also adored the love-triangle. In a quite serious novel, you need something that people can really relate to and that is always first-love. A promise when reading Breathe is that it will leave you breathless! A must-read for ages 12+.

*****

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Words can't describe how much I loved Breathe-roll on the sequel!