Books with Noel

The Nemesis by S. J. Kincaid [YA Sci-fi] [ The Diabolic #3 , final book in trilogy] [ Goodreads ] [ Amazon ] About:   In the heart-pounding conclusion to the   New York Times   bestselling Diabolic series, the Empire teeters on the edge of destruction as rumors spread that Nemesis is still alive. Three years ago, Tyrus Domitrian shocked the galaxy by killing the woman he swore to love forever. The woman for whom he upended the Empire. The woman with whom he wanted to build a new and brighter future. Now, the once-idealistic heir apparent has become the cruel Emperor Tyrus, wielding his authority with an iron fist, capable of destroying planets with a single word, controlling all technology with a simple thought. He has bent the Grandiloquy to their knees, and none has the power to stand against him. But there is a muttering among the Excess. They say that Nemesis is not truly gone. They whisper of her shadow spotted in distant star systems. They say that Nemesis lives. T...

    Title: Romanov Author: Nadine Brandes Genre: YA | Magic | historical fiction | Retelling      [Synopsis: The history books say I died. They don’t know the half of it. Anastasia “Nastya” Romanov was given a single mission: to smuggle an ancient spell into her suitcase on her way to exile in Siberia. It might be her family’s only salvation. But the leader of the Bolshevik army is after them, and he’s hunted Romanov before. Nastya’s only chances of saving herself and her family are to either release the spell and deal with the consequences, or enlist help from Zash, the handsome soldier who doesn’t act like the average Bolshevik. Nastya has only dabbled in magic, but it doesn’t frighten her half as much as her growing attraction to Zash. She likes him. She thinks he might even like her. That is, until she’s on one side of a firing squad . . . and he’s on the other. ] I adore retellings and was so excited to finally pick this read up! It's alread...

   There's a lot of books that Noel loves, these are all compiled on a list and titled: Forever Favorites. Here is a peek at some of those books, but these are ones that anyone should be able to pick up and enjoy!  These are the heartfelt favorites that made me sob, laugh (which is actually very rare in a book for me), or just smile stupidly at my book when I was reading in a public place. Some of these I do enjoy more than others, I'll let you know which one barely made the line as a favorite, and some I really want to reread soon!! Eliza and Her Monsters by Francesca Zappia   *As a writer myself, and as someone that used to write on Wattpad big time, this was an awesome book to read. Not only that though, it touched on a girl that was suffering from anxiety and trying to become stronger.  Eliza was an amazing character, and the plot and story just helped seal the deal!* Her story is a phenomenon. Her life is a disaster. In the real world, El...

*I received a copy of this from Netgalley in exchange for my honest opinion and thoughts!* Ghosted in L.A. by Sina Grace     {About: Daphne Walters moves to Los Angeles and finds that the only ones who can help her find love and live life to the fullest are the ghosts of her new home! In Los Angeles, finding an apartment is killer—unless you live with the dead. Daphne Walters moves to Los Angeles for her boyfriend Ronnie, ready to live her happily ever after. But when happily ever after turns into happily for a month, she’s stuck in a strange city with no friends, family, or prospects for fun. Desperate to escape the lingering ghost of Ronnie’s presence everywhere, Daphne sets out to explore the city—and ends up encountering ghosts of a more literal kind! Rycroft Manor is abandoned, beautiful, and haunted. Will the dead be able to help Daphne find the life she’s been missing in the big city? }      This graphic novel was more ...

Title: RWBY Vol. 1 By: Bunta Kinami Published: July 21st, 2020 Genre: Manga | Graphic Novels | Fantasy | Comics | YA AMAZON | GOODREADS   Synopsis:   Experience the introductory arc of the international smash hit series RWBY in a whole new way—manga! In the world of Remnant, monsters known as Grimm wreak havoc. They’re kept in check by Huntsmen and Huntresses, highly skilled warriors experienced in monster extermination who utilize their special abilities on the field of battle. Ruby is a ferociously talented young girl who comes to Beacon Academy to hone her skills and serve as a Huntress herself. Alongside her sister Yang Xiao Long, rival Weiss Schnee and newfound friend Blake Belladonna, Ruby leads Team RWBY, the coolest new group at Beacon! Ruby takes her first step on the road to becoming a Huntress by enrolling at Beacon Academy, eager to take on the battery of tests, challenges and difficulties that follow. Ruby knows her talents will take her...

*I received a copy of this book from DC and Netgalley in exchange for my honest review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.* Title: Wonder Woman: Tempest Tossed Author: Laurie Halse Anderson and Illustrated by: Leila Del Duca Genre: DC | Teen & YA | Graphic Novels | Comics | Fantasy Published: June 2nd, 2020 AMAZON | GOODREADS     Summary: New York Times bestselling author Laurie Halse Anderson ( Speak , Shout ) and artist Leila del Duca reimagine Wonder Woman's origins in this timely story about the refugee experience, teenage activism, and finding the love and strength to create change. Princess Diana believes that her 16th birthday will be one of new beginnings--namely acceptance into the warrior tribe of Amazons. The celebrations are cut short, however, when rafts of refugees break through the Themysciran barrier. Diana tries to help them, but she is swept away by the sea--and from her home--thus becoming a refugee herself. Now Diana must ...

From the Ground to the Trapeze Line Harley in the Sky by Akemi Dawn Bowman (I've heard so much about Bowman's other books, but this is the first one I've read!) Published: March 10th, 2020 Genre: YA | Contemporary | Fiction | Romance AMAZON | GOODREADS   Synopsis: The Greatest Showman meets This Is Us by way of Sarah Dessen in this heart-wrenching, hopeful contemporary novel about a multiracial teen who risks it all to follow her dreams by joining the circus, from the critically acclaimed author of Starfish. Harley Milano has dreamed of becoming a trapeze artist for as long as she can remember. With parents who run a famous circus in Las Vegas, she spends almost every night in the big top watching their lead aerialist perform, wishing with all her heart and soul that she would be up there herself one day. After a huge fight with her parents, who continue to insist she go to school instead, Harley leaves home, betrays her family, and joins the rival traveling...

Title: Finale Author: Stephanie Garber Publication: May 7th, 2019 GENRE: YA, Fantasy, Romance Series: Caraval (1st book), Legendary (2nd book) [Click on titles for a link to reviews!] AMAZON | GOODREADS   Synopsis:  A love worth fighting for. A dream worth dying for. An ending worth waiting for. It’s been two months since the Fates were freed from a deck of cards, two months since Legend claimed the throne for his own, and two months since Tella discovered the boy she fell in love with doesn’t really exist. With lives, empires, and hearts hanging in the balance, Tella must decide if she’s going to trust Legend or a former enemy. After uncovering a secret that upends her life, Scarlett will need to do the impossible. And Legend has a choice to make that will forever change and define him. Caraval is over, but perhaps the greatest game of all has begun. There are no spectators this time—only those who will win, and those who will lose everything. Welcome,...