The Leopard King

Title: The Leopard King

Author: Ann Aguirre

Rating: middle shelf

I am the biggest Ann Aguirre fan ever! I think she is marvelous, so writing this review makes me very sad. I was very disappointed with this book. It is very different from her other books. It is most defiantly a rated R kind of book. I had to skip 1/3 of it because of all of the nasty stuff in it. The book seemed to focus on that.  Also it's language was WAY to colorful for my taste.

 If you could get past that and just read the adventures and journeys of the characters I thought it was great! Because of these conflicting feelings I gave it a middle shelf rating. I'm hoping the next book is cleaner, because I was so excited for this series!!!!

This is book 1-6 in the series. I think I will continue the series when the new book comes out solely to know what happens with the characters next. 

The book focuses on the characters Dom and Pru as they are trying to save their wolf pride while navigating through trials of grief and romance. 

What did you guys think of this book? If you have read it please leave some comments. 

If you want a copy order it online from Amazon or Ann Aguirre's website.  

Fantastic Beasts: The Movie

Even though I was not a giant fan of the book Fantastic Beasts I had to go see the movie as a Potterhead and member of Gryffindor. It was so worth it. I would give it five stars. The movie was made very well and the cast was spot on. Eddie Redmayne was AMAZING as Newt!!!  I can't wait to see what happens with the next for movies in the series! I'm hoping to see many more adorable beasts! I think there's real potential and the storyline!

The only other thing I wanted to mention was the term "NonMag." Why can't everyone just be called a Muggle?! Even though I live in the USA and the official term is "NonMag" I have no intention of switching from the term "Muggle." I'm just being internationally minded!!

Have you gone to see Eddie Redmayne in Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them? If not, go and see it now or you will regret it!!!

Once you have seen it let me know what you thought in the comments!!

Happy viewing!!!∞ ϟ 9¾ ♔ ⚯͛ △⃒⃘ ➵

Fantastic Beasts And Where To Find Them

Title: Fantastic Beasts And Where To Find Them

Author: Newt Scamander

Rating: Bottom Shelf

Before I give you the reasoning for my rating I would like to tell you a story about myself. Every time I go to read a book series with more than 3 books I fail. I have a built in three book limit so I unfortunately have not finished the Harry Potter Series, however I do enjoy them. 

You may be asking why I read this book without completing the series...

My book club picked to read this book before viewing the movie as a group, however it was not necessary. You do not need to read this encyclopedia to go see the movie. The 5 Fantastic Beasts movies are about Newts adventures to learn about the creatures and write the book, rather than being about the book it's self. 

I personally would not recommend this book for your personal library unless you are a Harry Potter die hard collector. 

Please let me know what you thought of Fantastic Beasts in the comments and on Instagram (@thebooksundermybed)!!

Gemina

Title: Gemina 

Authors: Amiee Kauffman and Jay Kristoff

Rating: Top Shelf!!!!!!!!!

Gemina is the second book ok the Illuminae files series. The books are truly like no other!! They are told by emails, instant messages, codes, and video surveillance.  In Gemina we also have Marie Lu's journal drawings which are amazing!!!!!!!!!!!! 

Gemina takes place on the Heimdall right after Illuminae ends. The main characters it follows are Hannah, the chiefs daughter, and Nik, who came from a criminal family. The two have to find a way to come together to save their ship, other ships, and the universe. 

I suggest everyone read this book and this series!!! You will not be able to put it down!!!!! Go get your copy now!!!!!! 

For those of you who have read Gemina keep reading because we need to talk!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 

For you who have not read Gemina turn back now!!!!

Okay Gemina readers we can now talk!!

Can you believe this book?!?!?!?!?

It was AMAZING!!!!!!!!!!! 

-I loved the addition of the journals!!!!!! 

-I loved Nik and Hannah together!!! 

-Kady and Ezra were back as well!!!!!!

- AND SO WAS AIDEN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I CAN'T BELIEVE KADY HAD IT!!!!!!!!

-I also loved the way that people would die and come back! And how the two universes collided! It was unexpected and completely played with my emotions!!!!!

I LOVED IT!!!! What did you think?! Let me know in the comments!!

The Midnight Star

Title: The Midnight Star (book 3 in the Young Elites series)

Author: Marie Lu

Rating: Top Shelf

I have loved the last 3 years I have gotten to read and experience this trilogy!! It is a very different approach to YA! One of my favorite things about Marie Lu's writing is the perspectives she uses! You get to enjoy the story from the eyes of different characters!!! 

This is the last leg of the story for the Young Elites and you will not want to put it down! It is the perfect book to celebrate fall break with!! If you haven't read the first two books go get your copies now!! If you read and loved the Young Elites and want to read more by Marie Lu check out the Legend trilogy!!

Hollow City

Title: Hollow City (the second book in Mrs Peregrines Home For Peculiar Children series)

Author: Ransom Riggs

Rating: Top shelf

I enjoyed this book more than the first book in the series!! I thought it was faster moving and easier to follow. It did not disappoint! I am very glad I chose to read it!!! 

This book continues the children's journey through London and in and out of various loops while on the run from the wights. The book also touches more on the relationship  between Emma and Jacob. Through out space and time they are on the search for someone to help their ymbrine Miss Peregrine who is unable to change back into her human form.  Will they make it in time? Or will she be stuck forever?  Read to find out!! 

Go pick up your copy now!! You won't be able to put it down!!

Happy reading!!!

Banned Book Week: Hop on Pop

For the last day of band book week I have chosen to highlight the book Hop on Pop by Dr. Seuss. I picked this book because I believe it was banned for ridiculous reasons. Haha. 

Everybody loves Dr. Seuss. His books are filled with so much imagination that they are enjoyable for absolutely everyone!!

Hop on Pop was a banned book because it people thought it promotes violence and it encouraged children to jump on their fathers. Isn't that crazy!?!?!?!

 

Thank you so much for participating in Banned Book Week 2016 with me!!! I hope you enjoyed either reading, rereading, or reminiscing over just a few of many wonderful books!! Comment your favorite banned book below and please follow us on here as well as on Instagram @thebooksundermybed !!!! Happy reading on your next adventures!!!