In My Mailbox #16

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I surprised myself this week by actually buying a couple of books. I haven't bought anything for myself in such a long time and I had to stop myself from going a little crazy and buying every book I could get my hands on. Check out my goodies below.

Rhiannon of the Spring - Allen Frenwin Jones

The first book in the Destiny's Path series, given to me by Hachette. I keep seeing the covers everywhere and they're gorgeous. I love a good action heroine. And a Saxon invasion which forces the heroine to fight? Perfect! Can't wait to see what this one is like.

[Note on the cover: I usually use Goodreads covers and they're pretty good at having all editions loaded for well established books. But Goodreads has the series down as the "Warrior Princess" series and Hachette clearly markets the series as "Destiny's Path" and I wanted to show the copy I received, so just note, the book will be labelled differently on Goodreads.]

Storm - Brigid Kemmerer

I have been waiting what feels like forever for this book! I read the prequel novella (Elementals - same as the series name) a few weeks ago when I needed something amazing to lift my spirits, and it did. Since then, I've been dying for more of the Merrick Brothers and to find out just what their lives are really like. I've just about finished Storm, so look for the review soon. It's an amazing book so far.




Black Dawn - Rachel Caine

The next instalment in the Morganville Vampires series, another I've been waiting forever for. Morganville is a strange little town, one I've become addicted to, especially in the last couple of books. The energy has just jumped to a whole new level. I'm looking forward to getting back into this world.

Book marks & badges from my lovely twitter friend, Pavan. A couple of the bookmarks are signed. You can see Slide's signature, but Shade's also signed :) Thank you so much Pavan :)

Speaking of signed swag. This meant to go up a couple of weeks ago, but family issues made me forget. Signed bookmarks and extra special book plates from Jeri Smith-Ready. I may have squealed when I saw they had arrived.

And that's my mailbox for this week.

Kim

In My Mailbox #15

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This week has been pretty epic for me. It started on Monday, getting a book by one of my favourite authors - one I've been waiting months to get my hands on - and continued to be amazing on Tuesday with an explosion of Hachette books.

Tortall and Other Lands - Tamora Pierce

I may have gone a little mental when this one arrived in the mail. Tamora Pierce is...I have no coherent words for much much I love her. I can't wait to explore the stories in this book.

Gallagher Girls (books 1-5) - Ally Carter

Thanks has to go to many people for this set of books. Pavan - for donating part of her prize to me; Lisa and Brodie - for hosting a fantastic Valentine's Day Event and Hachette - for providing the books! I've never read a spy book before - unless you count Tamora Pierce's 'Tricksters' series which involves a lot of spying, but I wouldn't really call a spy book - so I'll be interested to see if I'm a fan of spy books. I've heard great things about the series, so I'm sure I will enjoy it.

Slated - Teri Terry


I first discovered this book a few weeks ago. I saw the cover (with those amazing green eyes), read what the book was about and I was sold. Teen having her memory erased by the government, sounds pretty epic to me. I can't wait!

Dark Heart Rising - Lee Monroe

Yay, I'm so excited for Dark Heart Rising. Can't wait to see what Jane and Luca face this time around. Their cute romance and supernatural issues were just the fun sort of book I was looking for and I'm sure book 2 will be just as awesome.





Insurgent - Veronica Roth

Kerrie was nice enough to lend me her early copy of Insurgent this week. I feel pretty special and thankful that she let me borrow it. (still don't know what I think of the purple cover though)








And that's my mailbox for this week.

Kim

In My Mailbox #14

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My IMM for this week is actually made up of books from the last couple of weeks. I've been out-of-action with blog posts, so it's time for a catch up. 

Spell Bound - Rachel Hawkins

I loved the first 2 Hex Hall books and I'm really looking forward to reading the final book in the trilogy, but I've been warned against reading it at the moment because it is a little sad and I'm in a semi-fragile state at the moment, so unfortunately Spell Bound will be delayed for a bit.

I also adore the US covers (<--) I think they're really pretty ... but in trying to avoid buying a hardback book, I ended up with the UK cover, which is not nearly as awesome. So now none of my Hex Hall books match, it's a little depressing really, but at least the content is still the same. 

(UK cover -->)

Pandemonium - Lauren Oliver

I got Pandemonium just before Lauren Oliver was in Australia. I didn't get a chance to meet her, but Mandee managed to get my books signed (I'll post photos next week when I get my book back) Thank you Mandee. Looking forward to reading this one. I loved Delirium so I have high expectations. 

Dark Heart Forever - Lee Monroe 

I read this book last week and just adored it. Simple, fun, supernatural read and I can't wait to get book #2 to see what happens next. And you can see my review here.

A Witch in Winter - Ruth Warburton 

My Year of the Witch obsession continues and all thanks to Hachette! I've been eyeing A Witch in Winter for some time now. The cover and model are gorgeous (Elizabeth May...same model as on the cover of the UK Demon Trappers editions). I'm mid-way through this one and loving it. Luckily book #2 comes out in July, so not too long to wait when I've finished. 

And that's my mailbox for this week.

Kim

In My Mailbox #13

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A small IMM this week. All thanks to Lisa and Brodie for their fantastic February Valentine's Event, as well as Harper Collins and Hardie Grant. 

Faery Tales and Nightmares - Melissa Marr

I really like Melissa Marr's Wicked Lovely world. One of the first fae books I ever read and this collection stories (which includes quite a few Wicked Lovely pieces) should be a very interesting read. I'm looking forward to entering that world again.

Forgotten - Cat Patrick

I didn't know much about this book before getting it, but it has a heap interesting concept. A teenage girl unable to remember anything of her past, but having visions of her future. It's sad to think main character, London, can feel everything she's going to feel in the future, but not remember in later. 

And it came with some cute love-heart post-it notes, which I adore.



And that's my mailbox for this week.

Kim

In My Mailbox #12

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A very busy mailbox this week. I still feel a little giddy knowing I received so many good books this week. 

Bought: 

Hunting Lila - Sarah Alderson 

                                          Fated -        

At the start, I think my mailbox thought it was Sarah Alderson Week. Two of her books on the same day! I'm really looking forward to reading both books. I've heard amazing things about them (and not just that there are steamy scenes with hot guys, although that definitely raises my interests) I hope I get the chance to dive into one, or both, soon.

Everneath - Brodi Ashton

I cannot stop staring at this cover. Not only on screen but in the flesh too. It is an amazing cover and I adore it. Eveneath has won me over, without having read a word. But I'm sure from all the good things I've heard that it has an equally amazing storyline and I'm looking forward to experiencing it for myself.

Angel's Flight - Nalini Singh

If you haven't read Kerrie's review of Angel's Flight, then you should (here). She knows how to get me excited about adult books, especially the Guild Hunter series (she was, after all, the one who introduced me to the series). I can't wait to  be back in the Guild Hunter world soon.

Dead Witch Walking - Kim Harrison
The Good, the Bad and the Undead
Every Which Way But Dead

It was here that my mailbox decided it was actually Kim Harrison week, when the first 3 Hollows books arrive. I'm dying to start this series, especially because one of my closest book friends raves about it. And it helps fuel my latest obsession with Witches. The Year of the Witch continues for me.

Won: 

Touch of Power - Maria V. Snyder (via Celine and Harlequin) 

Thanks to Celine for giving me the chance to win this one. I think I said all that I had to say about ToP last week, but I'm currently halfway through the book and I'm loving it.

Falling in Between - Devon Ashley (via Fictional Distraction and Devon Ashley) 

Thanks to the girls at Fictional Distraction for hosting such an amazing giveaway. Falling in Between turned up this week and it came with a sparkly pink bookmark! You can never have too many bookmarks.





And that's my mailbox for this week.

Kim

In My Mailbox #11

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It's always exciting to get books in the mail to gush about in these IMM posts. Not only does it mean I don't have to leave the house to get them, but I always feel a little special getting packages, even if they're books I bought for myself.

The Unbecoming of Mara Dyer - Michelle Hodkin

I've heard so much about this book and after seeing a few amazing reviews from friends online, I decided I had to have it. Looking forward to seeing what it's like for myself.

Demonglass - Rachel Hawkins.

I may have squealed and jumped around the house when I found Demonglass in the mailbox on Friday. I cannot wait to read the sequel to Hex Hall. I loved the first book and I'm in the mood for more Sophie entertainment. 

Best books of this week came from the lovely Sarah. I cannot thank you enough Sarah for making my day with awesome books.

Soulless - Christopher Golden

Zombies. I've never read a book that had zombies as its main focus. I'm a little nervous about starting, especially if I read at night, but Sarah said it was a good book, so I'm going to trust her and dive into a zombie book.

New Girl - Paige Harbison

I know almost nothing about New Girl and I wasn't expecting it from Sarah. I love surprise books though, so I already like the book. Hopefully I can take that like with me when I go to read it.

Touch of Power - Maria V. Snyder

Another surprise book. I've been dying to read this one ever since I read a few amazing reviews. I think Sarah's dying for me to read it too. (I've got another copy of Touch of Power headed my way soon, so Sarah's copy is going to Kerrie)






And that's my mailbox for this week

Kim

In My Mailbox #10

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It's been a goo week for books, after trying so hard to not buy too many new ones (yeah, that didn't work out well). I've received a few books I've been waiting months and months for and that's made me super happy. Check them out below. 

Balthazar - Claudia Gray

Despite already finishing this one last week, I needed to get a copy for myself (can't keep Kerrie's forever). So I now have a shiny, new copy for myself and I love it. Definitely going to have to reread this one soon. 

Forgiven - Jana Oliver

I have been waiting so long for this book to arrive. I can't tell you how excited I was when it turned up in the mail. I didn't even wait to get home from work to open it; I made my sister open it over the phone instead. Amazing book, finished it already and I'm dying for book 4, which won't be out until August.  

Fever - Lauren DeStefano

Another one that came in the mail this week. I've heard a lot about Fever already, so I'm looking forward to diving into it very soon.

Blood Song - Rhiannon Hart

I adore the cover for Blood Song. It's so captivating. I've been meaning to buy it for quite some time now and decided I wasn't going to wait around anymore and bought the ebook yesterday. I read the opening paragraph and feel in love already. The main character likes archery, so I'm certain I'm going to love her. (I have a bit of a soft spot for a good bow and arrow!)

And that's my mailbox for this week. 

Kim

In My Mailbox #9

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Darkness Falls - Cate Tiernan

Sequel to Immortal Beloved. I adore Cate Tiernan and Immortal Beloved was an amazing book. I've been looking forward to getting Darkness Falls for quite some time. I was lucky enough to win a competition run by Booktopia here in Australia and Darkness Falls was my prize. I can't wait to find out what happens next in the series. 

The Statistical Probability of Love at First Sight - Jennifer E. Smith
I blame Sarah for this one. She said because I liked Anna and the French Kiss, I'd probably enjoy this. Ever since then it's been on my brain, I had to get it when I was in Big W during the week. 

Born Wicked - Jessica Spotswood
Born Wicked is another victim from my visit to Big W. I've heard a lot of great things about this book so far. I've been in a bit of a witch-y mood lately, so this book should hit the spot quite well.








And that's my mailbox for this week.

Kim

In My Mailbox #8

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I tried really hard to put myself on a book buying ban for a while. I know, it makes for a boring blog, with no chance of IMM posting from me. But with all the unread books on my shelf at the moment, it just wasn't realistic buying anything new. Well, I lasted 2 weeks. I guess that's better than nothing. 

I have a hard time resisting bargains, especially when there is an awesome bargain bookstore in the City that is conveniently placed on my way to visiting Kerrie at her work. I can't help myself, I have to go inside and look around. Sometimes I'm able to walk out without buying anything, but this weekend wasn't one of those days.

My bargain find is 'Hex Hall' by Rachel Hawkins. I've been in a bit of a witch-y mood lately, so I'm really looking forward to getting into this one soon. Hopefully it won't take too long to get to it.

And that's my mailbox for this week. 

Kim

In My Mailbox #7

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A Birthday IMM! My birthday was on Monday and I got a few books as presents (because my friends and family know me well)

Firelight - Sophie Jordan

I've had a few friends read this one and they said it was a really interesting concept. You don't read a lot about Dragons, especially not in a modern society situation. While I'm a big fan of certain supernatural categories (aka. vampires); I'm always looking for paranormal books that are outside the familiar. I really hope 'Firelight' will apply to this.

Carrier of the Mark - Leigh Fallon

A book I've been looking forward to reading for a while. I know almost nothing about it, except what is written on the back blurb (trying to keep outside influences away from my own views), but I'm interested to see what it'll be like.


Crossed - Ally Condie

Sequel to 'Matched'. I really liked 'Matched', it was a little more innocent than other YA books I read, but I loved the concept and am looking forward to reading 'Crossed'.







And for the non-birthday presents (although the first two on this list did turn up on my birthday, they were like gifts to myself)

Friday Night Bites - Chloe Neill

Yes! It arrived! So now I can finally jump back into the Chicagoland Vampire books and see what trouble will come to Merit this time. I started reading it yesterday and I adore it already.




Half-Blood - Jennifer L. Armentrout

I won 'Half-Blood' in a blog competition (thanks Kara @ Great Imaginings). I was interested to see what the book is like, after seeing Alex in the YA-Sisterhood's Heroine Tournament; and now I have the chance to do so.

Born at Midnight & Awake at Dawn - C.C Hunter

I'm always hunting around for new paranormal books and this series sounded like a good one. A training camp for supernatural beings? Sounds like fun to me!




Under the Never Sky - Veronica Rossi

I've been wanting to get this book for a while and finally got a chance to buy it the other day (I also managed to break my Book-Buying-Ban in the process, but it was for a good cause).

Magic Graves -  Jeaniene Frost and Ilona Andrews

Another book (or ebook in this case) I've been trying to get my hands on for ages, but it's been tricky to find in Australia. Fortunately, I have a fantastic friend who sent it to me and I was able to read it on Friday. Amazing two novellas, exploring two worlds I adore: Night Huntress and Kate Daniels. I love both these worlds and loved being back in them, if only for a few moments.




And that's my mailbox for this week. Probably won't be one from me next week, due to the Book-Buying-Ban. I'll hand the IMM reins to Kerrie.

Kim