Review : Prodigy by Marie Lu

Tittle : Prodigy (Legend #2)
Author : Marie Lu
Publication date : January 29th 2013 by Putnam Juvenile
Audience : Young adult

Okay, let's face it, Prodigy is one of the most anticipated book this year. I kind of like the first book (you can read my review here), and I do want to find out what happens next. This is not how I normally read a series where I usually wait till the final book is out (waiting is a pain, so hurting myself is just not my thing) and I admit I did forget a few things from the first book, but still not a big deal for me.

Teaser Tuesday #10 : Game of Thrones

 Teaser Tuesdays is a weekly bookish meme, hosted by MizB of Should Be Reading. Anyone can play along! Just do the following:
 
• 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 TT participants can add the book to their TBR Lists if they like your teasers!

Here's my Teaser for today:

There were times-not many, but a few-when Jon Snow was glad he was a bastard. As he filled his wine cup once more from a passing flagon, it struck him that this might be one of them. (Game of Thrones by George R.R. Martin)

I dare to say that it's going to be a very joyous read. I have been wanting to read this series for a while, I can't tell you how excited I am!

Review : Mini Shopaholic by Sophie Kinsella

Tittle : Mini Shopaholic (Shopaholic #6)
Author : Sophie Kinsella
Publication date : September 21st 2010 by The Dial Press
Audience : Adult

Oh, I finally finish the last book, phew! What a ride! Well done, Shopaholic series, you really are one of the hardest series to rate! I know I didn't really like it during the third book, but I don't know why I kept on reading. I wasn't really into it, to be honest, still, I got my hands on Mini Shopaholic and reached the very last page!

Harry Potter Gets Cover Makeover!

Yes, you read the title. Our beloved series gets a makeover to celebrate it's 15 anniversary. Now, how exciting can it be? It's 15 years now and Harry Potter series still in our hearts. Oh, how fast time goes by and now I feel old, seriously!

The new cover is designed by the talented son of a gun Kazu Kibuishi, who is an artist and also an author himself. Here's a sneak peek for the new cover of Harry Potter and The Sorcerer's Stone:

For those of you who love the iconic Mary GrandPré's cover, do not worry because they will continue to be featured on the U.S. hardcover and digest paperback editions. Can't wait to get the new covered books? Looks like we really do have to wait because they'll be released as a box set in September. I am very curious on how the rest of the books will look like. To tell you the truth, I think I prefer the new look because its more vibrant and eye-catching. How about you? Which do you prefer? The new look, or the original cover and why?

Review : Shopaholic and Baby by Sophie Kinsella

Tittle : Shopaholic and Baby (Shopaholic #5)
Author : Sophie Kinsella
Publication date : February 27th 2007 by The Dial Press
Audience : Adult

Now, let's talk about the Shopaholic series again. I have a confession to make that this Becky Brandon (nee Bloomwood) series has been my guiltiest pleasure. I know Becky could be a very annoying character, however, I don't why know I always end up wanting for more. Yes, she could be shallow sometimes, but this series never fails to make me laugh (so far).

Harry Potter Monthly Meme : Favorite Couple

It's time for another Harry Potter Monthly Meme, yay! (hosted by Melmarian@surgabukuku). Since February is known as a love month, so the question now is somewhat, erm.. romantic. I decided to be the matchmaker (there are three questions you can pick like your favorite couple, etc) because there are some people I think would be good to be together. Here they are!

 ARGUS FILCH & DOLORES UMBRIDGE

I think they'd be the cutest couple ever! I mean, they're meant for each other, are they not? Both of them love to bark on students, for example. They have so many things in common. I mean, if Umbridge went out with Filch, I believe it'd calm her down *winks* I have a cute name for them, anyway, The Filbridge! Ain't that sweet?