TOP 10 of 2017 So Far

I know I still got a whole month of reading to do. But I thought I'd share the Top 10 books of 2017 I loved.


1.A Court of Wings and Ruin by Sarah J. Maas
How could I have a top 10 and not feature a Sarah book? This book....this series.....
2. King by T.M. Frazier
As I've stated in previous posts. I loved this series. I am so glad to have become a Frazier addict!! I've read all of her published works in 2017!!!
3. I Am Ozzy by Ozzy Osbourne and Chris Ayres
I am an Ozzy music fan. I loved the family tv show back in the early 2000s. This book was an interesting insight into his life. I highly recommend it to his fans. And because I named one of my black cats after him. I had to read this book.
4. Into The Fire by Jeaniene Frost
I am sad the Night Prince series is over. I started it last year and quickly fell in love with the series.
5. Where There's Smoke by Sandra Brown
My sister in law is why I like her books. This ending was WOW!!!
6. Dark Matter by Blake Crouch
Another mind f** book.
7. The Beauty of Darkness by Mary E. Pearson
Another trilogy over
8. The Outskirts by T.M. Frazier
9. You Do Something To Me by Bella Andre
10. The Iron Warrior by Julie Kagawa

December TBR 2017

It is December...... REALLY???? Anybody else feel like 2017 is flew by? I know I feel that way. That is for another post. Today is about my last TBR for the year. I have been a reading machine these past few months. So with any luck December will be the same way. I am taking part in a bingo event hosted by a book group on Facebook called Life&Lit. They are having a YULE Bingo event the whole month of December. Super excited to take part. The best part is you earn points for your house. I'm a Ravenclaw!!!

Here's my TBR for the challenges and December:
Weasleys: Family Goals: I Only Have Eyes For You by Bella Andre (The Sullivan family)
Chosen One: Apprentice by Rachel E. Carter
Wise Mentor: Candidate by Rachel E. Carter
Marauders: Book With a Map: The Last Stand by Rachel E. Carter
Snape: Morally Grey Character: Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets by J.K. Rowling
Voldermort: Book with a Villain: Apollyon by Jennifer L. Armentrout
Malfoy: Character You Love To Hate: Sentinel by Jennifer L. Armentrout
Nagini: Book with Betrayal: Darker by E.L. James
Luna: Lovable Sidekick: A Cowboy Christmas by Janette Kenny
Moaning Myrtle: Tearjerker: The Book Thief by Marcus Zuask
Ollivander: Book With Spells: Beautiful Creatures by Kami Garcia and Margaret Stohl
Room of Requirement: Favorite Genre: (Romance) Kissing Under the Mistletoe
Newt:Book with A Magical Creatures: Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban by J.K. Rowling
Cedric: Friendship Goals: Fangirl by Rainbow Rowell
Tonks: Strong Heroine: TBD
Butter Beer: A sweet book:TBD

I'm currently reading The 52nd by Delta. I probably will be reading that through the month of December. I also want to read as many Christmas themed books as I can. We will see what happens......

What are you reading in December? 
Happy Reading, Ashley 

November Wrap Up 2017

November was an so so reading month for me. I did read 16 books. I have kindle unlimited until January 2018. I got a code to use.
I didn't finish the series I had wanted to when I posted my TBR for the month. But hey there's always next year.

Here's the books I read in November:

1. Fallen by Lauren Kate 3/5 stars (overdrive)
When I originally read this back in 2010. I loved this book. I was so happy to be rereading this book. Especially when I forgot everything that happened. However I didn't love it so much the second time around. Maybe being older now is a factor. Not sure if I will finish the Fallen series or not.
2. The Outliers by T.M. Frazier 5/5 stars (kindle unlimited)
I am so glad to have given Tracey a chance. I've loved every single one of her books that I've read this year. This is the sequel and conclusion to the Outliers dulogy. I will miss Finn and Sawyer.
3. Sweet Tooth: Lord of the Pies by R.M. Huffman 3/5 stars (kindle)
A short and quirky book about a vampire on Thanksgiving.
4. Filthy English by Ilsa Madden-Mills 4/5 stars (kindle unlimited)
5. Stealing Christmas by Alexa Riley 4/5 stars (kindle unlimited)
6. Snow and Mistletoe by Alexa Riley 4/5 stars (kindle unlimited)
7. Always On My Mind by Bella Andre 5/5 stars
My mom bought this book back in the summer time. It was a thrift store find. Bella never disappoints me. I loved this Sullivan love story.
8. When He Lusts: Boxset 1-5 by Alexa Brookes 3/5 stars (kindle unlimited)
I reread the first book. I think I read it in 2016 maybe 2015.
9. When He Seduces by Alexa Brookes 3/5 stars (kindle unlimited)
10. When He Possess by Alexa Brookes 3/5 stars (kindle unlimited)
11. When He Provokes by Alexa Brookes 3/5 stars (kindle unlimited)
12. When He Torments by Alexa Brookes 3/5 stars (kindle unlimited)
13. When He Confesses by Alexa Brookes 3/5 stars (kindle unlimited)
14. Turkey Trouble by Wendi Silvano and Illustrated by Lee Harper 5/5 stars (kindle unlimited)
This was a cute story about a turkey trying not to become the main course on Thanksgiving day.
15. Non- Heir by Rachel E. Carter 5/5 stars (kindle)
This is the prequel to the first book First Year. It was interesting to see Darren's background before he goes to the Academy. I'm excited to continue on with the series.
16. First Year by Rachel E. Carter 5/5 stars (kindle)
This was a reread for me. I reviewed this when it was first released. I must have sped through it quickly. Rereading the second time through was amazing. I loved the story and the characters. I am super excited to continue with the series in December. I highly recommend this first book if you are a Sarah J. Maas fan or Tamora Pierce fan.

I cannot believe I read 16 books in one month. That is a wrap on November. What books did you read in November?

Happy Reading, Ashley!!!

King by T.M. Frazier

King by T.M. Frazier
Released: June 15th 2015
Publisher: CreateSpace
Series: King, Book One
Page Amount: 303, Kindle Edition
Source: Kindle

"Homeless. Hungry. Desperate.

Doe has no memories of who she is or where she comes from.

A notorious career criminal just released from prison, King is someone you don’t want to cross unless you’re prepared to pay him back in blood, sweat, pu$$y or a combination of all three.

King’s future hangs in the balance. Doe’s is written in her past. When they come crashing together, they will have to learn that sometimes in order to hold on, you have to first let go. "


*Warning: This book contains graphic violence, consensual and nonconsensual sex, drug use, abuse, and other taboo subjects and adult subject matter. Although originally slated to be a standalone, KING is now a two part series. *
- Information and blurb from Goodreads.com 


My Thoughts:
I picked up King for free on my kindle back in May on the recommendation from BookTubingAmy. I am so glad I picked it up. King is the first in a 8 book series. It follows a group of friends; King, Preppy, and Bear. Their troubles and good fortunes. King is told from his point of view and Doe the woman who changes King's way of life forever. I adored their scenes together. I highly recommend this series so much. Once I started this crazy ride I needed to read all of the books. You will too!!!!!

Giving this 5/5 stars isn't enough in my opinion. All of the stars in the whole damn sky!! If you love bad boys with good hearts. Strong female lead characters. Read this series ASAP!!!!

Happy Reading, Ashley 

November TBR 2017

This is a tentative TBR. Since I never stick to TBR's. I read 14 books in October. I hope to read that many in November or more. The first weekend in November I'm helping my brother and his girlfriend move into their house. So I probably won't get much reading done Friday or Saturday. I will try to read before the football game on Sunday.My team is the Philadelphia Eagles. Other than the usual family gatherings for the Thanksgiving holiday. I don't have any other plans.

The books I'm hoping to read in November.....

- to finish either the Fallen series by Lauren Kate or The Caster Chronicles by Kami Garcia and Margaret Stohl
-The Outliers by T.M. Frazier ( expected release date November 9th)

After Thanksgiving I will try to read as many Christmas themed books as possible.

I also want to read some romance books. Whatever catches my eyes.

Here's my TBR for November....

What are you planning on reading in November?

Happy Reading, Ashley

October Wrap Up 2017

October was a great reading month for me. I read 14 books!!! That's the most I've read in one month all year long. Most of them were on my kindle. A couple of short physical books. I'm happy with everything I've read. And how much I was able to get through. I did DNF There's Someone In Your House by Stephanie Perkins. I just couldn't get into it.

Here's the books I read in October:

1. The Beauty of Darkness by Mary E. Pearson 5/5 stars
I'm sad to have finished the Remnant Chronicles.
2. Fliers: 20 Small Posters With Big Thoughts by Nathaniel Russell 5/5 stars
3. You Do Something To Me by Bella Andre 5/5 stars
4. Warcross by Marie Lu 5/5 stars
I need book 2 ASAP!!!
5. Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone by J.K. Rowling Raveclaw edition (reread) 5/5 stars
I always love revisiting Hogwarts and it was great to learn more about the Raveclaw house. Since that is the house the sorting hat put me.
6. True Scary Stories;Volume: The Shadow Man by Dark Mistress Aurora 3/5 stars
It was free from Google Books
7.Forbidden Affair by Amy Andrews (reread) 5/5 stars
I read this back in 2014.
8. Blood Brothers by Nora Roberts 5/5 stars
I love Nora Roberts. It was great to read a paranormal mystery from her. I need to get books 2 and 3 soon.
9. Halloween Stories by Arnie Lighting 3/5 stars
10. I Could Pee On This: And Other Poems by Cats by Francesco Marciuliano 5/5 stars
I loved this book. As a cat lover I could relate.
11. A Very Scary Pumpkin by Jeff Minich, Renan Garcia 4/5 stars
12. Dirty Little Tease by Kendall Ryan 4/5 stars
13. Naughty Boss by Whitney G. 4/5 stars
14. The Spider Kingdom by M.D. Spenser 3/5 stars

I read some spooky books, romance books, and just random books. All in all I'd called October a success even with my bestie in real life's wedding. Which by the way was amazing!!!

What books did you read in October? Read anything I mention in my wrap up?

Happy Reading, Ashley

A Simple Post

I finished reading Blood Brothers. Which I posted a review for. I haven't picked up a book since. I caught a cold. Not really feeling the urge to read right now. My family also added another kitty to the household. The number is 11 right now. Some may think it's crazy. But our house isn't a mess. And all of the cats are safe and loved.

I don't know if I will pick anything up before October is over. I want to read but nothing is really catching my eye. I am also debating about participating in NaNoWriMo this year. I didn't even attempt last year. I think I've come to the conclusion I like reading better than writing. I'm not the best story teller. To be honest writing stories aren't my strong suit. I can write song lyrics. Although those days are few in between anymore. I think with getting older my anger and pain I had as a teenager is gone. What did bother me then still does. I just don't channel it out into my songs anymore.

I'm good with just being a reader. A songwriter. Nothing wrong with that.

I hope to pick up another book soon. But I'm not going to push myself. New kitten. Cold.... not the best situation to read in.

Hope your October is going well. I'm not even excited for Halloween this year. It feels like someone stole my excitement for the holiday. I'm so beyond ready for 2017 to be over. This year was so difficult. Losing family members, furbabies and other crazy stuff.

Sorry for the odd blog. but I just needed to get my thoughts out.

Happy Reading, Ashley