Read-a-thon: The end

The End 

Yeap.. This reading week is over.. And here is the conclusion on how I did..
Not as good as I wanted.. But better then nothing ;)

What my goals where: 
- Finish Mrs B`s guide to household witchery by Kris Bradley
- Finish Mockingjay by Suzanne Collins
- Finish Image by Jamie Magee
- Read Forged by Greed by Angela Orlowski-Peart
- Read Vampire Academy by Richelle Mead

What I actually read: 
- Finished Mrs B`s guide to household witchery by Kris Bradley
-  Read 23% in Image by Jamie Magee
- Read about 100 pages in Forged by Greed by Angela Orlowski-Peart
- Finished Grimm Fairy Tales Presents: The Jungle Book by Mark Miller
- Finished Grimm Fairy Tales vol. 1 by Ralph Tedesco

That makes it a total more then 650 pages read

If you forgot to check how it went by day by day.. Or you wanna see it again :P
Be sure to check out:
- 22 on 22 read-a-thon
- Day 1 and 2 
- Day 3 and 4
- Day 5, 6 and 7 

Last "Mini Challenge" Fill out the survey.
1. What was your favorite part of this read-a-thon?
2. Did you enjoy the mini challenges?
3. What was your least favorite part of this read-a-thon?
4. Anything I should do differently if I were to host another read-a-thon?

My Answers: 
1. I love the the whole read-a-thon concept :) with communication and mini challenges :)
and the twitter conversations.
2. Yep. Very much.. Just wish I had time to do the movie thingy..
3. That there was so much else in life, taking my time.. So it`s not the read-a-thons fault :P
4. Nope.. I think you did very well :D You go girl ;)


So how did it go for you.. Did you reach your goals??

~MoonStar~

Read-a-thon: Day 5, 6 and 7

Day 5 (Friday 26. October)

Today I went to my dads place :) For a weekend of. :)Haven`t been there since I moved into the new appartment. Before that I was there more or less, at least once a week. 

So it was nice being back there :D  So I didn`t get that much reading done. Coz I ended up talking to my dad instead :) + We were at my uncles place eating Taco with him and his buddy`s. :)

Read: 55 pages in Forged by Greed 

+ 149 pages in The Jungle Book 

Finished: Grimm Fairy Tales Presents: The Jungle Book 

Conclusion: Could have been better.. But had a great day with my dad :) 
And then just before falling asleep I finished a comic :P YaY

Day 6 (Saturday 27. October)

What a day.. Sat infrot of computer most of the day :( Buhuu..
But mostly to do math stuff.. Which sucks.. Since I was so wanted to read, but I had to do it.. 

Read: 35 pages of math study (which doesn`t really count :P) 

+ 100 pages in Grimm Fairy Tales vol. 1

Conclusion: Math sucks when your doing a read-a-thon xD

Day 7 (Sunday 28. October)

To day was a do nothing day xD So freaking cold outside.. It was insane.. So the little I got read was because.. After taking the dog out.. We hurried inside again and into bed again.. Which is the only warm place a sunday :P So we stayed in bed and read.. And then later my dad drow us home.. 

Then there were some of all the boring home stuff.. Laundry, dishes etc.. 

Read: 67 pages of Grimm Fairy Tales vol. 1
+ 50 pages in Forged by Greed so far 

Finished: Grimm Fairy Tales vol. 1 

Conclusion: I haven`t quite yet.. I am still reading.. Till my eyes shut down..
But first I needed some break with Glee.. 

And then I will continue with Forged by Greed, when I am heading to bed :)

How are you reading going??

~MoonStar~

Review: Mrs. B`s guide to Household Witchery

This is not a normal book for me to review on this blog. But when I got a mail about this book tour, I just knew I had to join. Coz I love reading alternative books :) And I have like a whole bookshelf only with this type of books :)

The Book: 
This is a book about witchcraft in your home.. Like spells and tips..
ISBN13: 9781578635153
224 pages 
Published by Weiser Books, October 2012 

Summary: (from Goodreads)
For domestic goddesses everywhere--add some magic and fun to those mundane household chores with "Mrs. B.'s Guide to Household Witchery." Whether you're sweeping the floor, making a meal, or cleaning out that junk drawer, domestic witch Kris Bradley, creator of the popular blog, "Confessions of a Pagan Soccer Mom," will show you how to create spells and magic to bring happiness and balance into your home. Bradley offers ideas and solutions to make the most out of everyday items, activities, and obligations. From Anchovies to Broccoli, and Wine to Yeast, from sweeping the floor to blow-drying your hair, you can change your outlook on life with a pinch of knowledge and a dash of magic The book includes simple rituals, spells, and ways to connect with the spirits that watch over your home and family. Includes an appendix of herbs and a complete materia magica from the kitchen pantry.

"Mrs. B's Guide to Household Witchery" features:
Room by Room: How to create magic while you cook, set up a family altar in the living room, or do a junk drawer divinationThe Elements for the Domestic Witch: a primer on the 4 elements and how to balance them in your homeThe Domestic Witch's Herbal: Magical uses for every herb and food in your pantry, as well as instant magic with prepackaged spice mixesSimple Sabbats for the Busy Witch: simple ways to celebrate the passing of the seasonsMagical Recipes: More than 100 recipes and spell

My Opinion:
This was a good book. But it doesn`t really stand out from a lot of the other books I read on this topic. It has some good advises for different spells etc.
And is easy to read, well putten together.
Tough I would recommend to have this book on paperform. I had it on ebook, and it kind of ruined it.
I think this book would be better as paperform, coz then you can flip through to the stuff you are looking for. :)
Coz it has a good list of different herbs and their meanings.
There are also household groceries and how to use them in the house or in magic rituals.
So all in all this is a good book to look up things in :)
I ended up rating it 4 out of 6 stars.

Since it`s a good book. But I felt there was missing something + it was for me like most the other books I read on this topic :)

Also check out: 
- Add or read about it on Goodreads
- Bewitching Book Tours 
- Authors blog 

If your interested in this topic be sure to come back on 23 November, where I will reviewing The Earth Childs Handbook.


Are you interested in magic and other alternativ stuff?? :)

~MoonStar~

Review: Coexist by Julia Crane

The Book:
Coexist is the first book in The Keegan Chronicles, written by Julia Crane. Back in 2011 :)
The second book is called Conflicted and the third book Consumed. All books has already been released. :) Though only on ebook I think.
Also in relation to this series there is a book called In the mind of Thaddeus, which is from the brothers point of view.

ISBN13: 9780983752004
236 pages 

Read: September 2012
Language: English
Source: Ebook for free on Amazon

Summary: (From Goodreads)
Sixteen-year-old Keegan is struggling to keep her huge secret from her friends--she's an elf, descended from a long line of elves that live in secrecy alongside humans. In elfin society, mates are predetermined but not allowed to meet until they are eighteen. Against tradition, Keegan's brother Thaddeus told her Rourk's name because his visions warned him she'd need Rourk's protection, especially since Keegan will play a key role in the coming war between the dark and light elves.

Rourk finds himself drawn to Keegan's side every time she thinks his name. He wants to talk to her but remains in the shadows, silently guarding her every time she mentally beckons him. A twist of fate thrusts the two of them together when Rourk is forced to step up his protection and make his presence known. An ancient prophecy deeply entwines Keegan's family and the future of their society. Somehow they must find a way to thwart fate and win the battle...without losing Keegan. With war brewing, and dark forces aligning, will Keegan and Rourk ever have the life together that they both desire?

My Opinion: 
I love me a good lovestory :D Which this was. Including some action, because of the big fight :)
You can feel with the main character coz she is a normal girl, just with special powers. And therefor it`s a good book. The reason it didn`t get full pot with me. Was because 2 times I was like.. Everything was way to much fairytale like descriped, so I was like.. yeah right.. But other wise it was really well written and I can`t wait to continue reading this series :D  Coz the ending was such a cliffhanger. Me need more :D

I gave the book 5 out of 6 stars
 
Coz it`s a short book, but they managed so well to get in such a good story, background etc. They remembered having a beginning, middle and end :) Which can be dificult in short stories. 

Also check out: 
- Add or read about on Goodreads
- My review book 2 (coming soon)
- My review book 3 (coming later)
- Authors homepage

Have you read this book? What did you think :) Or are you planning to?

I look forward to read the sequel and have already bought the two sequel books :)

~MoonStar~

Read-a-thon: Day 3 and 4

 Day 3 (Wednesday 24. October)

Again. Not the best reading day. Coz I had to work an evening shift at the hotel.

But I finished one book ;) YaY 

Read: 50 pages in Mrs. B`s guide to Household Witchery

+ 13% in Image by Jamie Magee 

Finished: Mrs. B`s guide to Household Witchery   

Conclusion: I could have done better.. But it`s not that easy to focus, when your not a alone at home. Plus when your at work. You gotta work :/ Which I so didn`t feel like. Would rather been reading :P

 

 Not to forget, when I got home from work. We watched The Hunger Games movie. :) 

Love that movie :D Review soon to come ;)

Mini Challenge: Which book are you waiting for..  

My Answer: 

I need the 3 Revenant book, now.. Like right now..
But it`s not released untill May 2013. Can`t wait :D

 

Day 4 (Thursday 25. October) 

Hurray.. Today is my birthday.. And I am turning 24 :O
Time goes so fast, it`s crazy. 

Again I need to work.. So will probably not read that much today :( 

Coz when I get home we are going to watch a movie. Since it`s my birthday. 

And my boyfriend is going away for the weekend. 

Read: so far 30 pages in Mockingjay   
+ 25 pages in Forged by Greed

Mini Challenge:  If a book you loved, was turning into a movie.

                             Who would you pick as cast members.

My Answer: Wow.. This is a difficult one..
I must say I am totally blank.. So I will just share with you my result of, more or less the same challenge, when it was at Dewey`s read-a-thon
Yeah.. I know.. So lame.. But wathever.. Here is my blogpost

So how are your reading going so far?? Hopefully better then mine :P 

~MoonStar~  

Read-a-Thon: Day 1 and 2

Day 1 (Monday 22. October)

Today I really didn`t get to read much. Coz my boyfriend was home, after being away the whole weekend. So we ended up on the couch watching Futurama and Supernatural :) 

I read: 20 pages in Mrs. B`s guide to household witchery 

Conclusion: Bad start for a read-a-thon, but a great relaxing day :)

Day 2 (Tuesday 23 October) 

Wow.. This read-a-thon started bad for me :/ I am to hang up in TV shows. Coz my boyfriend Håkon ended up watching Futurama again. And I got hooked. Then we just continued on with some more Supernatural during the day :P We love our TV and couch :P

Read: 70 pages in Mrs. B`s guide to Houshold Witchery
+ 10 % in Image by Jamie Magee

Conclusion: Could have done better. But week is still not over

Even though I didn`t get to read that much. I still don`t feel like my day was a total waist. Coz I did laundry, math and blogged, while watching TV.
And hanging out with my family (boyfriend + animals :P ) hehe
+ We went for a nice walk in the forest, where my dog got to run like the wind :P She loves that :)

Mini challenge: Answer som questions.

1. What book did you start reading for this read-a-thon?

2. What is one of your favorite books to re-read?

3. Do you have a strategy for read-a-thons to maximize your time?

4. Do you snack while reading?

My Answers:
1. I started by continue reading Mrs. B`s guide to household Witchery by Kris Bradley
2. I look forward to re-read Black Dagger Brotherhood by J.R Ward. But don`t know when I will get the time :/ 

3. Nope, not at all..I take it as it comes :)

4. I love eating. So yeap.. Mostly candy and chocolate :P

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How is it going for you?? Getting some reading done?? 

I fear I will not be able to read as much as I wanted. Because of my math stuff I need to do :(
But I will read when I can :)

~MoonStar~

Review: Legends in Exile

The Book:
Legends in Exile is the first comic in the series called Fables, written by Bill Willingham and illustrated by James Jean and Maleev.
The Fables series are on about 18 books, asfar as I could see. And then there are some standalones and some other parallel series :) You can see all the different choices on Goodreads.
I got myself some more comics by looking there :P

ISBN13: 97814012375547
144 pages
First published in 2002, republished May 2012

Read: October 2012
Language: English
Source: Comic, bought myself :)

The Summary: (From Goodreads)
When a savage creature known only as the Adversary conquered the fabled lands of legends and fairy tales, all of the infamous inhabitants of folklore were forced into exile. Disguised among the "mundys," their name for normal citizens of modern-day New York, these magical characters created their own secret society that they call Fabletown. From their exclusive luxury apartment buildings on Manhattan's Upper West Side, these creatures of legend must fight for their survival in the new world.

My Opinion:
I just finished this one and loved it.
It`s so different from what I expected. Much better.
I give it 5 out of 6 stars.

Love that there are all these fairytale characters that we all know from fairtales, told to us as kids.
But now they have like their own "world" in our world.. Kind of a way.
This one is about solving an investigation of a murder.
Which I found really interesting. It was like reading and having to guess and find clues..
Super cool.
I am so ordering book 2 right away ;)

Also check out: 
- Add or read about on Goodreads
- Authors homepage
- My review of book 2 (soon to come)

Have you read this comic.. Or are you planning to?? What do you think??

~MoonStar~