The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo, by Stieg Larsson

This story begins and ends with the disappearance of Harriet Vanger, a young girl who vanished over 40 years ago. This story follows the Vanger family, a reporter, and a girl named Lisbeth Salander.
I find myself at a loss for words over this story. It was slow paced, confusing, and a hodgepodge of information that upon the final result of the book you find was mostly useless. But a great way to make what could have been a 100 page book into 400 pages.

It was interesting. But in a tiring, and drawn out way.

I can't imagine myself reading the sequel.

We'll see.

Firelight, by Sophie Jordan

Jacinda is a fiery redhead - no simple teenage girl. Jacinda is a decendant of the dragon, her race is known as Draki. An elite race that can transform from her natural Draki form to an almost average looking human.

Destined to be 'mated' with a Draki prince because of her special abilities, Jacinda and her family are forced to leave their mountain boundaries and venture into the mortal world.

The dry air and dusty desert wreak havoc on her inner Draki, until it begins to wither and die. Until she meets Will. A human. A hunter of Draki. And the only thing that can keep her true self alive. Does she get close to him or fight her inner battle alone? Can she risk it either way?

This is a fresh take on a paranormal story, and a dragon story. Completely original and captivating. My only qualm was the storyline moved too fast. I wish I had a bit longer to explore the characters, the nuances of their personalities, and the development of their relationship together. HOWEVER, it did not detract from the amazing and well plotted story line. I just HATE that I have to wait for the sequel.

Echoes, by Melinda Metz

Rae hears voices. In her head.

Rae, formerly known as Rachel, is the most popular girl in school, she's dating the all-star jock, has the best friends, and is wealthy. What more could a girl ask for?

Then, she starts hearing voices in her head that aren't her own thoughts and ends up in a mental institution for the summer.

Rae gets out by telling people what they want to hear - that the voices are gone.
But, as Rae goes back to school, and her regular life, she's still hearing the voices, all around her. Some are faded, some are loud, but one voice screams louder than all the others, and that's the voice that says "RAE MUST DIE".

Incredible story and amazing characters. I fell in love with every single one of them except one. I think that person is suspicious.... and I am SO hoping the next book is released soon so I can see if my suspicions prove correct.

The Summoning, by Kelley Armstrong

Her name is Chloe Saunders, she appears to be your average teenage girl. Concerned about boys, her hair color, and making friends. And then, she appears to be quite possibly, insane.

Because, Chloe….? She sees ghosts.

And the ghosts? They see her too. 

Chloe ends up locked away in Lyle House, a home for troubled teens and Chloe is so obviously troubled… right? But, Lyle House isn’t all that it appears to be either, the other teens at the house are… different. And some of them are disappearing. 

This supernatural story is a gripping read, completely suspenseful. With mixture or realism and fantasy this series is a definite MUST.

Linger, by Maggie Stiefvater

It needs to be said again, I absolutely HATE spoilers. I once quadruple bagged the sequel of a book before giving it to my sister since I KNEW she hadn’t finished the first one. Did I mention that I also duct taped the bags, then bagged it again, followed by more duct tape? I really hate spoilers. So, if you haven’t already read SHIVER - Please do not read this until you do.

For those of you who have…. You’ll remember….The longing. The loss. The linger. Grace thought her world was perfect, wrapped up in a package and tied with a tidy little bow, now that Sam was back with her. As a human. But right as things start to seem simple, they aren’t. There are new wolves, new humans, new friendships, new enemies. And the rope that once tied Grace and Sam together is just a thread – fragile, pulled tight, and ready to snap. This book chronicles the end. And, the beginning. Making me wonder what the next book in this series holds for its remaining characters.  

Eragon, by Christopher Paolini

I am so suprised I haven't already written about this book. I have been a major fan for years. I am DYING while I wait for the final book to come out. If anyone knows the date -- fill me in!

So. This book. Is amazing.

It is about a boy, named Eragon, who finds a beautiful, polished, blue stone in the forest near his home. He takes it with him, hoping it will fetch his family food or supplies for the cold winter months ahead. What Eragon didn’t know is that this is no ordinary stone. This stone… is an egg. With a dragon hatchling inside.

This dragon brings danger, death, and all manner of destruction on Eragon’s town, family, and life. But, it also brings a destiny filled with magic, and power that will change his life forever.

Poison Study, by Maria V. Snyder

On the day Yelena is to be executed for murder she is offered a choice – continue with the hanging, or, become a food taster. Seems harmless right? Or not. She becomes the food taster, a.k.a. poison tester for all the drinks and meals for the Commander of Ixia.


As she becomes more comfortable in her role at the palace she begins to formulate her escape plan. But with internal plots, strange magical powers, and enemies out to get her…she might not ever be free again. Such an amazing (seriously, insanly amazing) book. I won't update the remainder of the trilogy *no spoilers here!* but suffice it to say - this is a MUST READ.