Review: INKED MEMORIES by Carrie Ann Ryan!

My Review: Carrie Ann Ryan is a goddess and nothing will ever make me believe differently. She has written some amazing books that make me a sobbing-but-still-smiling mess... and makes me grateful for it! So whenever I read a new book by her, I go in the expecting the best of the best. And I think the reason this didn't rate as high as normal for me was because I built it up too much. I love this author, I love this series, and I love the enemies-to-lovers story... but it just felt like this was lacking that extra spark to make it as spectacular as her usual work.

There are plenty of highlights. I enjoyed Wes' inner commentary - basically a "why did I say that, I didn't mean that" sort of thing, which made their antagonistic conversations incredibly amusing. And readers of my reviews will know I'm a sucker for a good, strong family dynamic, which this series has in spades - and is definitely not lacking here. Overall, this was a good read, and I'm eagerly anticipating whatever Carrie Ann Ryan gives us next!

Cover Lovin': Hot, and fits wonderfully with the rest of the series. 

Recommendation: This is a large family, so if you're not familiar with the series, all the names can be overwhelming. But focus on the story, and you'll be golden!

Final Rating: THREE POINT FIVE out of FIVE stars (3.5/5)!! Another good Montgomery Ink book... but when compared to my favorites of the series, it lacks that special something.

Happy Reading!

~!~ Amanda, Novel Addiction ~!~

About INKED MEMORIES

The Montgomery Ink series by NYT Bestselling Author Carrie Ann Ryan continues when the final Denver Montgomery sibling refuses to fall for his brother’s former flame—the company’s new plumber.

Wes Montgomery watched his entire family fall in love, and now finds himself ready to settle down. Except the one person he seems to find chemistry with is not only his twin’s ex, she also works for Montgomery Inc. But when the two find themselves in one compromising situation after another, Wes realizes he’s having second thoughts about the dynamic woman who’s burst her way into his life. Sure she sets off his temper, but she also makes him hot in every other way possible.

Jillian Reid never loved her best friend like everyone thought she should, so she pushed him away so he could have his future. Now, despite fighting it, she finds herself attracted to the one man she shouldn’t. When her father’s health takes a turn for the worse, and a danger no one saw coming show its face, she’s forced to turn to Wes for help. The two of them have fought off their attraction long enough, and each cave to the desire. But this enemies-to-lovers tale might have an ending no one ever dreamed of.

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About Carrie Ann Ryan

Carrie Ann Ryan is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of contemporary and paranormal romance. Her works include the Montgomery Ink, Redwood Pack, Talon Pack, and Gallagher Brothers series, which have sold over 2.0 million books worldwide. She started writing while in graduate school for her advanced degree in chemistry and hasn’t stopped since. Carrie Ann has written over fifty novels and novellas with more in the works. When she’s not writing about bearded tattooed men or alpha wolves that need to find their mates, she’s reading as much as she can and exploring the world of baking and gourmet cooking.

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Disclaimer: I received a copy in exchange for a fair and honest review. 

Review: APOLLO: THE BRILLIANT ONE by George O'Connor

Disclaimer: I received a free, advanced e-copy of this book in exchange for a fair and honest review.

Release Date: January 26, 2016

Type: Graphic Novel, Comic Books, First Second Books, Mythology, Series, Book 8, Teen/Young Adult, Just Call Me The Brillaint One

About the Book: George O'Connor's popular Olympians graphic novel series continues with Apollo. Told by the Muses, readers will encounter some of the most famous Greek myths featuring the god of music and prophecy.

My Review: Another good Olympians book! I originally picked this series up a few years ago when I needed a nonfiction graphic novel book for my Library Services to Young Adults class - and I have not been disappointed since. George O'Connor clearly knows his mythology, and does an excellent job bringing it to life in this full color book.

Apollo is often linked to the Muses, and O'Connor uses that in this book. Each of Apollo's stories is told by one (or more) of the Muses, further linking them together in the reader's mind. What I like best about these graphic novels is that they are great for visual learners. Mythology is a fun topic for a lot of middle schoolers, and can even be a great gateway into reading. But for those that might struggle with the stories, the Olympians series is a great go-to. I've pimped these books out plenty at my own library to middle grade and young adult readers.

Cover Lovin': Nice one. The image of Apollo fighting the serpent is one of the stories in the book - and definitely makes for a rockin' cover.

Recommendation: For fans of Greek Mythology, this series is a definite go to. I also think this series would be great for a reluctant reader struggling with Greek Mythology.

Final Rating: FOUR out of FIVE stars (4/5). A great read! The illustrations are great, and the story structure presents the myths in a fun way.


                                       Happy Reading!

~!~ Amanda, Novel Addiction~!~