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UNEARTHED
by Amie Kaufman and Meagan Spooner
Hyperion | On Sale: 1/9/18 | Ages: 14 and Up
Hardcover ISBN: 9781484758052
$17.99 US | $18.99 CAN

Bold, thrilling, and treacherous, UNEARTHED is an action-packed, high-octane adventure with a swoon-worthy romance. As lies and flaws are exposed, readers will be captivated by the tough, whip-smart, and courageous characters as they fight for their own—and humanity’s—very survival. The first in a duology, the production company Cross Creek Pictures has optioned the film rights, with director Doug Liman attached.

When Earth intercepts a message from an extinct alien race, it appears that the Undying's advanced technology has the potential to save the ruined planet. The aliens’ message leads to the planet Gaia. For Jules Addison, the discovery of an ancient culture offers unprecedented opportunity for study, as long as scavengers like Amelia Radcliffe don't loot everything first. Despite their opposing reasons for smuggling themselves onto the alien planet, they're both desperate to uncover the riches hidden in the Undying temples.

Beset by scavenger gangs, Jules and Mia form a fragile alliance... but both are keeping secrets that make trust nearly impossible. As they race to decode the ancient messages, Jules and Mia must navigate the traps and trials within the Undying temples while staying one step ahead of the scavvers. They came to Gaia to unravel the ancient beings’ mysteries. But the more they learn about the Undying, the more Jules and Mia start to feel like their presence in the temple is part of a grand design—one that could spell the end of the human race. As their loyalty to each other is tested, Jules and Mia must both decide the lengths to which they will go to survive, while the fate of humanity lies in the balance.

Top Ten Tuesday: Top Ten Of The Most Unique Books I've Read

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Top Ten Of The Most Unique Books I've Read 

Waiting on Wednesday: Gemina & Holding Up the Universe

Waiting on Wednesday

"Waiting On Wednesday" is a weekly event, hosted by Breaking The Spine, that spotlights upcoming releases that we're eagerly anticipating.

Gemina

The Illuminae Files series #2

Author: Amie Kaufman, Jay Kristoff

Release Date: October 18th 2016

Publisher: Knopf Books for Young Readers

The highly anticipated sequel to the instant New York Times bestseller that critics are calling “out-of-this-world awesome.”

Moving to a space station at the edge of the galaxy was always going to be the death of Hanna’s social life. Nobody said it might actually get her killed.

The sci-fi saga that began with the breakout bestseller Illuminae continues on board the Jump Station Heimdall, where two new characters will confront the next wave of the BeiTech assault.

Hanna is the station captain’s pampered daughter; Nik the reluctant member of a notorious crime family. But while the pair are struggling with the realities of life aboard the galaxy’s most boring space station, little do they know that Kady Grant and the Hypatia are headed right toward Heimdall, carrying news of the Kerenza invasion.

When an elite BeiTech strike team invades the station, Hanna and Nik are thrown together to defend their home. But alien predators are picking off the station residents one by one, and a malfunction in the station’s wormhole means the space-time continuum might be ripped in two before dinner. Soon Hanna and Nik aren’t just fighting for their own survival; the fate of everyone on the Hypatia—and possibly the known universe—is in their hands.

But relax. They’ve totally got this. They hope.

Once again told through a compelling dossier of emails, IMs, classified files, transcripts, and schematics, Gemina raises the stakes of the Illuminae Files, hurling readers into an enthralling new story that will leave them breathless.

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Holding Up the Universe

Author: Jennifer Niven

Release Date: October 4th 2016

Publisher: Knopf Books for Young Readers

From the author of the New York Times bestseller All the Bright Places comes a heart-wrenching story about what it means to see someone—and love someone—for who they truly are.

Everyone thinks they know Libby Strout, the girl once dubbed “America’s Fattest Teen.” But no one’s taken the time to look past her weight to get to know who she really is. Following her mom’s death, she’s been picking up the pieces in the privacy of her home, dealing with her heartbroken father and her own grief. Now, Libby’s ready: for high school, for new friends, for love, and for EVERY POSSIBILITY LIFE HAS TO OFFER. In that moment, I know the part I want to play here at MVB High. I want to be the girl who can do anything.

Everyone thinks they know Jack Masselin, too. Yes, he’s got swagger, but he’s also mastered the impossible art of giving people what they want, of fitting in. What no one knows is that Jack has a newly acquired secret: he can’t recognize faces. Even his own brothers are strangers to him. He’s the guy who can re-engineer and rebuild anything in new and bad-ass ways, but he can’t understand what’s going on with the inner workings of his brain. So he tells himself to play it cool: Be charming. Be hilarious. Don’t get too close to anyone.

Until he meets Libby. When the two get tangled up in a cruel high school game—which lands them in group counseling and community service—Libby and Jack are both pissed, and then surprised. Because the more time they spend together, the less alone they feel. . . . Because sometimes when you meet someone, it changes the world, theirs and yours.

Just Couldn't Put It Down Hop

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So I just recently finally finished Illuminae audiobook and I have to be honest, I couldn't put it down! I know many of you have read the first one and now are patiently waiting for Gemina. Today, we are happy to share an ARC copy!

Gemina

The Illuminae Files series #2

Author: Amie Kaufman, Jay Kristoff

Release Date: October 18th 2016

Publisher: Knopf Books for Young Readers

The highly anticipated sequel to the instant New York Times bestseller that critics are calling “out-of-this-world awesome.”

Moving to a space station at the edge of the galaxy was always going to be the death of Hanna’s social life. Nobody said it might actually get her killed.

The sci-fi saga that began with the breakout bestseller Illuminae continues on board the Jump Station Heimdall, where two new characters will confront the next wave of the BeiTech assault.

Hanna is the station captain’s pampered daughter; Nik the reluctant member of a notorious crime family. But while the pair are struggling with the realities of life aboard the galaxy’s most boring space station, little do they know that Kady Grant and the Hypatia are headed right toward Heimdall, carrying news of the Kerenza invasion.

When an elite BeiTech strike team invades the station, Hanna and Nik are thrown together to defend their home. But alien predators are picking off the station residents one by one, and a malfunction in the station’s wormhole means the space-time continuum might be ripped in two before dinner. Soon Hanna and Nik aren’t just fighting for their own survival; the fate of everyone on the Hypatia—and possibly the known universe—is in their hands.

But relax. They’ve totally got this. They hope.

Once again told through a compelling dossier of emails, IMs, classified files, transcripts, and schematics, Gemina raises the stakes of the Illuminae Files, hurling readers into an enthralling new story that will leave them breathless.

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Audiobook Review: Illuminae by Amie Kaufman & Jay Kristoff

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Illuminae
The Illuminae Files #1
Author: Amie Kaufman & Jay Kristoff
Narrator: Olivia Taylor Dudley, Lincoln Hoppe, Jonathan McClain
Reading Level: Young Adult
Genre: Science Fiction
Released: October 20th 2015
Publisher: Knopf Books for Young Readers  | Penguin Random House Audio | Living Language

This morning, Kady thought breaking up with Ezra was the hardest thing she’d have to do.

This afternoon, her planet was invaded.

The year is 2575, and two rival megacorporations are at war over a planet that’s little more than an ice-covered speck at the edge of the universe. Too bad nobody thought to warn the people living on it. With enemy fire raining down on them, Kady and Ezra—who are barely even talking to each other—are forced to fight their way onto an evacuating fleet, with an enemy warship in hot pursuit.

But their problems are just getting started. A deadly plague has broken out and is mutating, with terrifying results; the fleet's AI, which should be protecting them, may actually be their enemy; and nobody in charge will say what’s really going on. As Kady hacks into a tangled web of data to find the truth, it's clear only one person can help her bring it all to light: the ex-boyfriend she swore she'd never speak to again.

Told through a fascinating dossier of hacked documents—including emails, schematics, military files, IMs, medical reports, interviews, and more—Illuminae is the first book in a heart-stopping, high-octane trilogy about lives interrupted, the price of truth, and the courage of everyday heroes.

So, I had the first edition of the ARC since January of last year. I know, I know... what a set up. When I picked up the book back in August, I liked what I've read but something got in the way and I had to put the book down. Then, the publisher provided me the audiobook... Only to have someone gifted the final copy! All copies have been there but again, life got in the way and I had to put this back on my TBR pile. What a dumb mistake. Although the book was interesting, the audiobook was far beyond amazing! So I deserve two or three slaps, haha.

Honestly, the audiobook is well done, that it will makes you drop everything. EVERYTHING. It hooks you from the very creepy introduction. Seriously, who starts an audiobook with that voice? I couldn't help it but wonder about the insanity of this book. And I was right, this book is insane, in a good great way! Within minutes after that creepy voice, we are introduced to our characters and well, that was that. I was consumed with the beauty of this story and was WOWED by the end. IT WAS F------ AMAZING. I don't even know how to describe this masterpiece.

AM I NOT MERCIFUL?

What a freaking great tag line!

NO! YOU ARE NOT MERCIFUL, you evil itch thing.

In Illuminae, we follow the story of Kady and Ezra. Their home planet has been invaded and destroyed by a large-evil corporation by the name of Beitech. Kady and Ezra are forced to separate and begin their own journey to survival. However, Kady is a badass and has a clever mind. She realizes there is so much more than the eyes meet and she will do the impossible to find out. Little by little she becomes aware of how evil Beitch is and how it has manipulated everyone to do things that seems reasonable but in reality it all concludes to a devastating conclusion. Yet, Kady will not go down easily.

The story line in Illuminae is very complex, yet beautiful. The pages, oh the 600+ pages, of the book itself are stunning. It may not be your ordinary book but trust me, the story will blow your mind away and you will be demanding for more. NEED MORE NOW... The characters are fantastic, they will cause anxiety but it will be all worth it. The audiobook is one of the best audiobooks I've ever listened to. It's so visual as the book but even better, because it will make you think you are watching a movie. A very action, explosive, deceitful, OMG WTF is going on, type of audiobook.

Fans of Star Wars as well as any sci-fi lovers would love this story. However, I do recommend Illuminae to everyone. Read it or listen to the audiobook, and love it! Trust me you will. You'll be addicted and obsessed. Don't be like me and leave this for last. You need to read/listen this book if you haven't done so. I can't wait to start Gemina!

Waiting on Wednesday: Their Fractured Light by Amie Kaufman & Meagan Spooner

Waiting on Wednesday

"Waiting On Wednesday" is a weekly event, hosted by Breaking The Spine, that spotlights upcoming releases that we're eagerly anticipating.

Their Fractured Light

Starbound # 3

Author: Amie Kaufman & Meagan Spooner

Release Date: December 1st 2015

Publisher: Disney-Hyperion

A year ago, Flynn Cormac and Jubilee Chase made the now infamous Avon Broadcast, calling on the galaxy to witness for their planet, and protect them from destruction. Some say Flynn’s a madman, others whisper about conspiracies. Nobody knows the truth. A year before that, Tarver Merendsen and Lilac LaRoux were rescued from a terrible shipwreck—now, they live a public life in front of the cameras, and a secret life away from the world’s gaze.

Now, in the center of the universe on the planet of Corinth, all four are about to collide with two new players, who will bring the fight against LaRoux Industries to a head. Gideon Marchant is an eighteen-year-old computer hacker—a whiz kid and an urban warrior. He’ll climb, abseil and worm his way past the best security measures to pull off onsite hacks that others don’t dare touch.

Sofia Quinn has a killer smile, and by the time you’re done noticing it, she’s got you offering up your wallet, your car, and anything else she desires. She holds LaRoux Industries responsible for the mysterious death of her father and is out for revenge at any cost.

When a LaRoux Industries security breach interrupts Gideon and Sofia’s separate attempts to infiltrate their headquarters, they’re forced to work together to escape. Each of them has their own reason for wanting to take down LaRoux Industries, and neither trusts the other. But working together might be the best chance they have to expose the secrets LRI is so desperate to hide.

Book Review: These Broken Stars by Megan Spooner & Amie Kaufman

Title: These Broken Stars
Series: Starbound #1
Author: Megan Spooner, Amie Kaufman
Reading Level: Young Adult
Genre: Science-Fiction
Publication Date of the edition you have: December 10th 2013 (today!)
Review Source: Loaned
Format: Paperback

It's a night like any other on board the Icarus. Then, catastrophe strikes: the massive luxury spaceliner is yanked out of hyperspace and plummets into the nearest planet. Lilac LaRoux and Tarver Merendsen survive. And they seem to be alone.

Lilac is the daughter of the richest man in the universe. Tarver comes from nothing, a young war hero who learned long ago that girls like Lilac are more trouble than they’re worth. But with only each other to rely on, Lilac and Tarver must work together, making a tortuous journey across the eerie, deserted terrain to seek help.

Then, against all odds, Lilac and Tarver find a strange blessing in the tragedy that has thrown them into each other’s arms. Without the hope of a future together in their own world, they begin to wonder—would they be better off staying here forever?

Everything changes when they uncover the truth behind the chilling whispers that haunt their every step. Lilac and Tarver may find a way off this planet. But they won’t be the same people who landed on it.

A timeless love story, THESE BROKEN STARS sets into motion a sweeping science fiction series of companion novels. The Starbound Trilogy: Three worlds. Three love stories. One enemy.

From the moment I first laid eyes on this cover I just felt in love with this book. I’m really not a fan reading sci-fi but I just couldn’t help it, the cover is just sooo pretty! Look at her dress and her hair! Isn’t it flawless? I’m really glad I decided to read this book because it is indeed out of this world! I really did enjoy reading this beauty.

Let me begin with the writing style. It is a master piece! Everything is described perfectly for you to picture it.

In reality, I do not have words to describe this book. You know when you first read Harry Potter and you are reading the wonders of Hogwarts and yet you do not have words to re-describe it? Well, yeah. This is the same.

When you read this book, everything becomes real. The characters become real.

I love how the main characters are attracted to each other from the beginning but their relationship takes time to develop. It is perfectly timed. I was grinning like a fool...

I love how Lilac, although she seems like a spoiled brat, just wants to be loved not for what she owns but who she really is.

“He didn’t know who I was. He wasn’t after my money, he wasn’t after my father’s business connection. He wasn’t after anything, except an evening with me”.

You really see her grow in her journey of survival. You will cheer for her!

And Tarver.

He is a dream. The perfect guy. He is hard-working, down to earth, and smoking hot. God, no matter how annoying Lilac was at first, I love how he was always looking out for her yet putting her in place at the same time.

“Miss LaRoux,” he said eventually, “I’ll do my best to protect you if you’ll let me. My duty demands that much. But I’m not going to sit here and die for you…”

These two are so different but they are perfect for each other. They learn to take care of each other in order to survive. They learn to trust each other; they learn to work as a team. I just love these two together.

If you like science-fiction, this one is for you. If you are not a fan of reading science-fiction, this one is also for you too! This book will give you all the feels. I loved it. This is quite the adventure waiting to be explored! I highly recommend this book.