Finding Audrey by Sophie Kinsella Mini Review

Title: Sophie Kinsella Mini 

Series: -

Author: Sophie Kinsella Mini 

Date Published: June 9th 2015

Publisher: Doubleday Canada

From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Shopaholic series comes a terrific blend of comedy, romance, and psychological recovery in a contemporary YA novel sure to inspire and entertain.

An anxiety disorder disrupts fourteen-year-old Audrey’s daily life. She has been making slow but steady progress with Dr. Sarah, but when Audrey meets Linus, her brother’s gaming teammate, she is energized. She connects with him. Audrey can talk through her fears with Linus in a way she’s never been able to do with anyone before. As their friendship deepens and her recovery gains momentum, a sweet romantic connection develops, one that helps not just Audrey but also her entire family.

This is the first YA book I've read by this author and I have to admit that it felt more genuine than her more "adult" books

Things I liked 

The whole way therapy was showcased in a good way. Sophie Kinsella showed that when therapy is done right it can really help a person even if it's a tough process.

Things I didn't like:

Audrey's recovery was going great but once Fletcher got involved it felt rushed and unrealistic.

Final Rating:

Waiting on Wednesday: The Skylighter by Becky Wallace

Waiting On" Wednesday is a weekly event, hosted by Breaking the Spine, that spotlights upcoming releases that we're eagerly anticipating.

Title: The Skylighter  by Becky Wallace 

Series: The Keeper's Chronicles

Author: The Skylighter  by Becky Wallace 

Date Published: March 22nd 2016 

Publisher: Margaret K. McElderry Books

Johanna and Rafi are in a race against time to save their country before a power-mad Keeper destroys everything they hold dear in the “enthralling magical world” (Cinda Williams Chima, author of The Heir Chronicles) introduced in The Storyspinner.

As the last of the royal line, Johanna is the only person who can heal a magical breach in the wall that separates her kingdom of Santarem from the land of the Keepers, legendary men and women who wield elemental magic. The barrier protects Santarem from those Keepers who might try to take power over mere humans…Keepers who are determined to stop Johanna and seize the wall’s power for themselves.

And they’re not the only ones. As the duchys of Santarem descend into war over the throne, Johanna relies more than ever on the advice of her handsome companion, Lord Rafael DeSilva. But Rafi is a duke too, and his people come first. As their friendship progresses into the beginnings of a tender relationship, Johanna must wonder: is Rafi looking out for her happiness, or does he want the throne for himself?

With war on the horizon, Johanna and Rafi dodge treacherous dukes and Keeper assassins as they race to through the countryside, determined to strengthen the wall before it’s too late…even if it means sacrificing their happiness for the sake of their world.

Why I'm waiting :

-The first book in the series was a breakout book for me, I didn't expect to like it as much as I did.

-I have made a few predictions in my head about this book and I want to see if I got them right.

Ten Books On My Spring TBR

Top Ten Tuesday is a weekly meme hosted at The Broke and The Bookish.  Each week a new top ten list is posted, and to participate all you have to do is fill in YOUR top ten for the list.

This weeks topic:

Top Ten Ten Books On My Spring TBR

The Skylighter (The Keepers' Chronicles #2) by Becky Wallace 

The Way I Used to Be by Amber Smith

Harmony House by Nic Sheff

Soldier (Talon #3) by Julie Kagawa

Redemption (MILA 2.0 #3) by Debra Driza

The May Queen Murders by Sarah Jude

The Star-Touched Queen by Roshani Chokshi 

Warrior Witch (The Malediction Trilogy #3) by Danielle L. Jensen

Hollow by Teresa Mummert

A Court of Mist and Fury (A Court of Thorns and Roses #2)by Sarah J. Maas

Monday Book Recommendations: Edgewater by Courtney Sheinmel

Monday is the day I choose what new books I’m going to start reading but I have so many books in my To Read Pile that sometimes it’s hard to choose so I have decided that on Monday mornings I’ll recommend some  of  my favorite books.

Title: Edgewater

Series: -

Author: Courtney Sheinmel

Date Published: September 8th 2015

Publisher: Abrams/Amulet

Lorrie Hollander used to be a rich girl, but now she's lost everything because of the secrets and lies of the people around her. It's been 12 years since Lorrie's mother skipped town and left Lorrie in the care of her unstable aunt Gigi. Together they live in a neglected, decrepit mansion called Edgewater, the eyesore in a town of extraordinary wealth and privilege. Then Charlie, the son of an esteemed senator, takes an interest in Lorrie, her shame for her family and lifestyle runs deep. But what she doesn't know is that Charlie's family is hiding something, too, and that their secrets are inextricably tied. Now Lorrie must confront the truth about her family--and everything she ever thought she knew about herself.

My favorite part of this book is how it showcases the different types of bonds a person can have wether its a person, animal or a thing. It also reminded me a little bit of the TV show Scandal

Weekly Recap March 7th-March 13th

Monday Book Recommendations:

Defy series by Sara B. Larson

Top Ten Tuesday:

Characters Everyone Loves But I Just Don't Get

Waiting on Wednesday:

Yellow Brick War by Danielle Paige

Reviews:

The Night We Said Yes by Lauren Gibaldi

On the Blog:

First Month of Second Semester of Graphic Design

Stacking The Shelves (79)

Stacking The Shelves (79)

Stacking The Shelves is a weekly meme hosted by Tynga's Reviews. It is all about sharing the books you are adding to your shelves, may it be physical or virtual. This means you can include books you buy in physical store or online, books you borrow from friends.

Last week I couldn't post any STS because I'm a broke college student so I had no money for books, fortunately I had some extra money this week so I decided to treat myself a little.

First Month of Second Semester of Graphic Design

Last year I went back to college to get a degree in Graphic Design and my second semester started on February 8th. 

I'm definitely in love with my school campus , just look at how bright my classrooms are!

 It's all natural light helped by the white walls giving the room a nice and airy feel so it helps stimulate creativity. The biggest shock has definitely been my nude portrait class but after a few minutes of sketching you definitely forget that your subject is naked.

The workload is definitely getting to me assignments are obviously becoming more complicated so they are taking more brain power and time to do, so stress has definitely been present but it's worth it. I just need to organize my days a little better.