Soon To Be Released...

First Up Is Ghost Girl: Homecoming by Tonya Hurley To Be Released Tommorrow July 1, 2009



Synopsis

Heaven couldn't be a phone bank, could it?

Charlotte Usher discovers that the afterlife isn't quite what she pictured when she's forced to intern at a hotline for troubled teens. Before she can officially cross over, she'll have to be a source of guidance for one such teen. The problem is she doesn't have much advice to offer since dying hasn't exactly boosted her confidence level.

But when Hawthorne High's leading, love-to-hate cheerleader Petula and her gothic little sis' Scarlet find themselves suddenly resting-in-peace in comas, Charlotte's opportunity to save them will prove to be the risk of a lifetime-for all of them.

If You'd Like To Know More About Tonya You Can Visit Her Website At
http://www.tonyahurley.com/

Visit The Ghost Girl Website
http://www.ghostgirl.com/

And If You'd Like To Order This Book Visit Barnes & Noble Here
http://search.barnesandnoble.com/Ghostgirl/Tonya-Hurley/e/9780316113595/?itm=2

Next Up Are 3 Books Scheduled To Be Released July 7, 2009

The Long Awaited Debut Novel Eyes Like Stars: All Her World's A Stage by Lisa Mantchev



Synopsis

Seventeen-year-old Beatrice (Bertie) Shakespeare Smith has spent her whole life within the walls of the Theatre Illuminata, a majestic and magical playhouse with thousands of players at the ready. Bertie was a foundling, discovered at the theater door, but management has now wearied of harboring the irreverent, unrestrained, occasionally downright destructive young woman she has become. She must prove-in four days-that she can make an invaluable contribution to the theater or be forever banished. Mantchev seamlessly blends the richly wrought, claustrophobic world of the tradition-bound theater and its age-old dramatic productions with a decidedly modern sensibility. The result is electric. The delicious descriptions of the theater's strange powers are fascinating, the characters vivid, the dialogue smart and sassy and Bertie's fiercely loyal fairy cohorts from A Midsummer Night's Dream bawdy and hilarious. Clever mini-scripts, usually flashbacks, materialize throughout the novel like songs in a musical. The palpable sense of urgency is also fueled by some well-staged romance, as well as by Bertie's quest to discover who she is and what she's made of. Brava! Encore!

If You'd Like To Know More About Lisa You Can Visit Her Website Here
http://lisamantchev.com/main.php

And If You'd Like To Order This Book You Can Visit Barnes & Noble Here
http://search.barnesandnoble.com/Eyes-Like-Stars/Lisa-Mantchev/e/9780312380960/?itm=1

Release Date - 7/7/09

Another Long Awaited Book Is The Second In The Immortals Series Blue Moon by Alyson Noel



Synopsis

Eager to learn everything she can about her new abilities as an Immortal, Ever turns to her beloved Damen to show her the way. But just as her powers are increasing, Damen’s are waning.

In an attempt to save him, Ever travels to the magical dimension of Summerland, where she learns the secrets of Damen’s tortured past; a past which he has always kept hidden from her. But in her quest to cure Damen, Ever discovers an ancient text that details the workings of time. Now Ever must chose between turning back the past and saving her family from the accident that claimed their lives—or staying in the present and saving Damen, who grows sicker every day...

If You'd Like To Know More About Alyson you Can Visit Her Website Here
http://www.alysonnoel.com/

And If You'd Like To Order The Book You Can Visit Barnes & Noble Here
http://search.barnesandnoble.com/Blue-Moon/Alyson-Noel/e/9780312532765/?itm=1

Release Date - 7/7/09

A Book That I've Been Waiting For Is Crash Into Me by Albert Borris

Synopsis

Owen, Frank, Audrey, and Jin-Ae have one thing in common: they all want to die. When they meet online after each attempts suicide and fails, the four teens make a deadly pact: they will escape together on a summer road trip to visit the sites of celebrity suicides...and at their final destination, they will all end their lives. As they drive cross-country, bonding over their dark impulses, sharing their deepest secrets and desires, living it up, hooking up, and becoming true friends, each must decide whether life is worth living--or if there's no turning back.

If You'd Like To Know More About Albert You Can Visit His Website Here
http://www.albertborris.com/

And If You'd Like To Order This Book You Can Visit Barnes & Noble At
http://search.barnesandnoble.com/Crash-into-Me/Albert-Borris/e/9781416974352/?itm=2

Release Date - 7/7/09

YAY!!! So Many Good Books Coming!!!

xoxo
RagDollVampGirl

Invisible Touch by Kelly Parra

Synopsis

Kara Martinez has been trying to be "normal" ever since the accident that took her father's life when she was eleven years old. She's buried the caliente side of her Mexican heritage with her father and tried to be the girl her rigid mother wants her to be — compliant and dressed in pink, and certainly not acting out like her older brother Jason. Not even Danielle, her best friend at Valdez High, has seen the real Kara; only those who read her anonymous blog know the deepest secrets of the Sign Seer.

Because Kara has a gift — one that often feels like a curse. She sees signs, visions that are clues to a person's fate, if she can put together the pieces of the puzzle in time. So far, she's been able to solve the clues and avert disaster for those she's been warned about — until she sees the flash of a gun on a fellow classmate, and the stakes are raised higher than ever before. Kara does her best to follow the signs, but it's her heart that wanders into new territory when she falls for a mysterious guy from the wrong side of town, taking her closer to answers she may not be able to handle. Will her forbidden romance help her solve the deadly puzzle before it's too late...or lead her even further into danger?

RagDollVampGirl's Review

I Love This Book... I Had No Idea It Would Be So Good.. KAra Has A Gift.. She Can See Signs And It 's Not Neccessarly Having A Vision Or Seeing The Future.. There Just Images That Flash Quickly On Someone's Chest... Kara Has To Work At Guessing The Outcome Like A Puzzle... This Book Was Amazing!! Kara Has Gone Through So Much That I Can Actually Relate To, Such As Having A Terrible Relationship With Her Mom... And The Fear Of being Branded Crazy!! I've Been Through A Lot, Too... When Anthony Was Introduced In The Book I Immediately Fell For Him... The Moment Kara Went To See Him At His Job And He Surprised Her With A Kiss I Was Ecstatic... I Have A Thing For Bad Boys.. What Can I Say?? The Way He Seemed So Tough But Treated Kara As If She Was So Fragile... He was Just Such A Perfect Guy... Even If He Is From The West Side...Kara's Best Friend Had Been Hiding Secrets But I Never Guessed The Outcome... I Actually Cried When She Told Kara The Truth... I Loved How Even Though She Saw Images Of The Future She Still Had To Figure Things Out With Her Family And Friends...This Book To Me Is A Triumph.. I Am Latina, Full-Fledged Puerto Rican, But My Skin Is Light As Well As My Eyes... And I Dealt With A Lot Of Negativity Towards Me Because Of It... People Would Say I Was Mixed With Something.. But I'm Not... And Even Though Kara Is Half-Mexican And Half-Irish, The Way She Stood Up For Herself And Walked The West Side Or Stared Down Josie At The Party I Was Proud... The Ending Of This Book Had Me Screaming, Whopping!!, And Crying My Eyes Out... It Was Not At All What I Expected...It's A Real Roller-Coaster Ride... Kelly Parra Has Actually Created Something So Magical, Yet So Realistic I Am Begging For A Sequel...This Is One Gripping Story With An AMAZING, SURPRISING End That You Don't Wanna Miss...

Rating 5/5

If You'd Like To Order This Book You Can Do So By Visiting Barnes And Noble Here
http://search.barnesandnoble.com/Invisible-Touch/Kelly-Parra/e/9781416563372/?itm=2#TABS

And If You'd Like To Know More About Kelly Parra You Can Visit Her Website Here
http://www.kellyparra.com/Home.html

Enjoy!!

xoxo
RagDollVampGirl

News, News, News

As EVERYONE All Ready Knows... The King Of Pop Has Passed Away... My Heart Goes Out To His Family And Friends, To His Children And His Fans... I Loved His Music And Dance Moves Soooo Much...
There Is Not One YA Book That I Have Read That I Couldn't Picture One Of MJ's Songs Playing.. I Always Played His Music At My Parties And Just For Fun...
RIP MICHAEL... You Will Be Missed Dearly...

Yesterday, I Went To See Transformers 2... OMG!!!!!! That Movie Kicked Some Serious A**!! I Love Shia LaBeouf... I've Loved Him Since He Was Luis On The Even Stevens... He Is An Amazing Actor... And Megan Fox Wasn't So Bad, Either... I Think You Should Definately Go See This Movie... The Autobots Were Sooo Funny.. I Love BumbleBee And The Twins... I didn't Catch The Twins Names But They Were Hilarious...

Go Watch IT!!!

xoxo
RagDollVampGirl

I Got An Award!! YAY!!

I Was Nominated For This Award By Briana at The Book Pixie
Thanks So Much!!
http://thebookpixie.blogspot.com/


Rules:
~Link back to the person he/she received the award from.
~Nominate 10 bloggers who are deserving of this award.
~Put the Lemonade Award logo on your blog.

I nominate:
1) Eli at The Tainted Poet's YA Book Review
http://tainted-poet.blogspot.com/

2) Vania at Reverie Book Reviews
http://reveriemedia.blogspot.com/

3) Lilibeth at ChicaReader
http://lilibethramos.blogspot.com/

4) Michelle at Michelle's Book Shelf
http://michelle-thebookjunkie.blogspot.com/

5) Laura at Laura's Review Bookshelf
http://laurasreviewbookshelf.blogspot.com/

6) Jenny at Wondrous Reads
http://cityofbooks.blogspot.com/

7) Lizzie at The Book Obssession
http://bookworm0440.blogspot.com/

8) Shooting Stars Mag
www.shootingstarsmag.blogspot.com/

9) Ashley at Books Make Great Lovers
http://booksaremylove.blogspot.com/

10) Khy at Frenetic Reader
http://freneticreader.blogspot.com/

Congrats!!!
xoxo
RagDollVampGirl

Flashback Friday (3)

This Week's Flashback Is The Princess Diaries by Meg Cabot



Synopsis

"So, what I want to know is, if my dad's an actual prince, how come I have to learn algebra?"

Mia ponders this, and much more, when she finds out that her father is prince of Genovia. Living with her cool artist mom in New York City, Mia can't imagine leaving to become princess in Genovia. But because her father can't have any more kids, she is the heir to the throne. Accepting her title means getting lessons on being a perfect princess and leaving Manhattan - will Mia eventually give in to her father and become Princess Amelia Mignonette Grimaldi
Thermopolis Renaldo?

This Was One Of The First YA Books I EVER Read!! I Enjoyed It More Than Others Because It Was A Little Different From The Paranormal Books I've Junped Into...

xoxo
RagDollVampGirl

Wishlist Wednesday And New Release...

This Week's Wishlist Wednesday Is A Book That Will Be Released Tommorrow... Jun 25, 2009..

Tenth Grade Bleeds by Heather Brewer



Synopsis

It's another sucky year at Bathory High for Vladimir Tod. The evil vampire D'Ablo is hunting for the ritual that could steal Vlad's powers. His best friend Henry doesn't want to be his drudge anymore. And as if all that weren't enough, it's getting harder for Vlad to resist feeding on the people around him. When months go by with no word from Uncle Otis and D'Ablo shows up demanding Vlad's father's journal, Vlad realizes that having a normal high school year is the least of his concerns. Vlad needs to act fast, and even his status as the Pravus won't save him this time . . .

RagDollVampGirl
I Began Reading These Books About Two Months Ago And Have Actually Become Pretty Addicted To Valdimir Tod... These Books Are So Cute And Have Enough Bite To Keep You Reading More...

If You'd Like To Know More About Heather Brewer You Can Do So By Visiting Her Website Here
http://www.heatherbrewer.com

If You'd Like To Watch The Trailer For Tenth Grade Bleeds Click On The Link Here
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=se4TLvG2UZs&feature=channel_page

And If You'd Like To Order This Book You Can Do So By Visiting Barnes & Noble Here
http://search.barnesandnoble.com/Tenth-Grade-Bleeds/Heather-Brewer/e/9780525421351/?itm=1

Enjoy!!

xoxo
RagDollVampGirl

You Are So Undead To Me by Stacey Jay

I Decided To Read This Book Because It's On Penguin's Darken Your Summer Days List...



Synopsis

Fifteen-year-old Megan Berry is a Zombie Settler by birth, which means she's part-time shrink to a bunch of dead people with a whole lot of issues.

All Megan wants is to be normal—and go to homecoming, of course. Unfortunately, it's a little difficult when your dates keep getting interrupted by a bunch of slobbering Undead.

Things are about to get even more complicated for Megan. Someone in school is using black magic to turn average, angsty Undead into flesh-eating Zombies, and it's looking like homecoming will turn out to be a very different kind of party—the bloody kind.

Megan must stop the Zombie apocalypse descending on Carol, Arkansas. Her life—and more importantly, homecoming—depends on it.

RagDollVampGirl's Review

Stacey Jay Has Created A Very Original Piece Of Work With This Book...I Was Shocked At the Idea Of Settlers And Having To Put The Undead To Rest. It Was Something I've Never Heard Of. And I Immediately Loved The Idea. Megan Is Very Likable From The First Page.. Although, The Prologue Of This Book Scared The Crap Out Of Me And Then The First Chapter Confused Me.. Megan Experienced A Terrible Attack At The Age Of 10 Which Caused Her To Forget Most Of The Settler World.. Kind Of Like A Form Of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder... I Found It To Be A Little Strange How She Couldn't Remember Her Best Friend But Realizing He Was A Big Part In Her Settler World Made It Clear Why.. But Once Megan's Memory Began Unraveling So Did The Book... In A Good Way... This Book Is Witty, Funny, Cute And Has Enough Zombies To Keep You Hooked.. This Book Quickly Grows And Opens In Ways You Wouldn't Expect... It's Not A Predictable Book, Which I Love.. Because I Hate Guessing The Ending And Finding Out I Was Right... I Especially Love The Title And The Cover... I Remember Waiting In Line To Buy It And Thinking I'd Love To Wear A Pair Of Shorts Like That... Yea, Right?? LOL!!

Rating 5/5

If You'd Like To Order This Book You Can Do So By Visiting Barnes & Noble Here
http://search.barnesandnoble.com/You-Are-So-Undead-to-Me/Stacey-Jay/e/9781595142252

And If You'd Like To Know More About Stacey Jay You Can Visit Her Website Here
http://www.staceyjay.com/

And Make Sure You Check Out Her Blog For A Shot To Win Awesome Freebies...

xoxo
RagDollVampGirl

What I've Recieved (3)

Hey Everyone!! I Got Some Awesome Books This Week... I Skimmed Through Them And They All Seem Great.. I Will Definately Get My Reading On... xD



1. Invisible Touch by Kelly Parra (Signed By Her, Too!! YAY!!) - I Won This in A Contest From Brooke Taylor...
2. Prohecy Of The Sisters by Michelle Zink
3. Demon Princess: Reign Or Shine by Michelle Rowan
4. GhostGirl: The Homecoming by Tonya Hurley

Kelly Parra Also Sent Me Some Awesome Swag!! 2 Stickers And A Pin From The Graffiti Girl And 1 Invisible Touch Book Mark!! SUH-WEEEET!! LOL!!!

Hope You Guys Had A Great Week!! Let Me Know What You've Got!!

xoxo
RagDollVampGirl

Infinite Apologies!! But Check This Out...

I'm Sooooo Sorry I Haven't Posted In A While... I Went On A Brief Vacation. I Got A Lot Of Reading Done And Will Have Some Reviews Posted Very Soon...

Well, In The YA News... THE YA BOOK CARNIVAL Begins Today And Will Last Straight Through The 27th Of This Month.. If You Wanna Win Some YA Loot.. CHECK IT OUT!!

Here's The Link:
http://shootingstarsmag.blogspot.com/2009/06/ya-book-carnival-leave-your-links.html

Awesome!!

xoxo
RagDollVampGirl

Wishlist Wednesday (3)

The Hollow

This Week's Book I'm Dying To Read Is "The Hollow by Jessica Verday"

Synopsis

When Abbey's best friend, Kristen, vanishes at the bridge near Sleepy Hollow Cemetery, everyone else is all too quick to accept that Kristen is dead?and rumors fly that her death was no accident. Abbey goes through the motions of mourning her best friend, but privately, she refuses to believe that Kristen is really gone. Then she meets Caspian, the gorgeous and mysterious boy who shows up out of nowhere at Kristen's funeral, and keeps reappearing in Abbey's life. Caspian clearly has secrets of his own, but he's the only person who makes Abbey feel normal again...but also special.

Just when Abbey starts to feel that she might survive all this, she learns a secret that makes her question everything she thought she knew about her best friend. How could Kristen have kept silent about so much? And could this secret have led to her death? As Abbey struggles to understand Kristen's betrayal, she uncovers a frightening truth that nearly unravels her—one that will challenge her emerging love for Caspian, as well as her own sanity.

RagDollVampGirl
I Just Can't Wait!!!

The Hollow Is Scheduled To Be Released September 1, 2009

Make Sure You Stop By Her Website To GET THE GOODS And Read The First Chapter Of The Hollow Here http://www.jessicaverday.com/#splash

And If You'd Like To Pre-Order This Book You Can Do So By Visiting Barnes & Noble Here
http://search.barnesandnoble.com/The-Hollow/Jessica-Verday/e/9781416978930/?itm=1

Follow Lee Verday's (Jess' Husband) Blog Here For Awesome News And A Chance To Win Great Prizes
http://leeaverday.blogspot.com/

And You Can Follow Jessica's Blog Here For More Awesome News
http://jessicaverday.blogspot.com/

xoxo
RagDollVampGirl

Three Upcoming New Releases

The Following Three Books Are All Scheduled To Be Released On June 23, 2009...

First Up Is "Fairytale by Cyn Balog"



Synopsis

A captivating and witty dark fantasy that will have girls lusting after it.

Morgan Sparks has always known that she and her boyfriend, Cam, are made for each other. But when Cam’s cousin Pip comes to stay with the family, Cam seems depressed. Finally Cam confesses to Morgan what’s going on: Cam is a fairy. The night he was born, fairies came down and switched him with a healthy human boy. Nobody expected Cam to live, and nobody expected his biological brother, heir to the fairy throne, to die. But both things happened, and now the fairies want Cam back to take his rightful place as Fairy King.

Even as Cam physically changes, becoming more miserable each day, he and Morgan pledge to fool the fairies and stay together forever. But by the time Cam has to decide once and for all what to do, Morgan’s no longer sure what’s best for everyone, or whether her and Cam’s love can weather an uncertain future.

RagDollVampGirl
I Really Want To Read This One.. But I Do Have To Say I Absolutely Hate The Cover...

If You'd Like To Know More About Cyn Balog You Can Visit Her Website Here
http://cynbalog.com/

And If You'd Like To Order This Book You Can Do So By Visiting Barnes & Noble Here
http://search.barnesandnoble.com/Fairy-Tale/Cyn-Balog/e/9780385737067

The Next Book Is "Nothing But Ghosts by Beth Kephart"



Synopsis

Ever since her mother passed away, Katie's been alone in her too-big house with her genius dad, who restores old paintings for a living. Katie takes a summer job at a garden estate, where, with the help of two brothers and a glamorous librarian, she soon becomes embroiled in decoding a mystery. There are secrets and shadows at the heart of Nothing but Ghosts: symbols hidden in a time-darkened painting, and surprises behind a locked bedroom door. But most of all, this is a love story—the story of a girl who learns about love while also learning to live with her own ghosts.

RagDollVampGirl
This One Seems Really Good... Beth Is An Amazing Author... The Cover Is Not So Bad Either...

If You'd Like To Order This Book You Can Do So By Visiting Barnes & Noble Here
http://search.barnesandnoble.com/Nothing-but-Ghosts/Beth-Kephart/e/9780061667961/?itm=1

The Last Book Up Is "Alyzon Whitestarr by Isobelle Carmody"



Synopsis

Are Alyzon’s new abilities a blessing . . . or a curse?

Alyzon Whitestarr doesn't take after her musically talented father or her nocturnal, artistic mother. In fact, she’s the most normal member of a very eccentric family . . . until the day that an accident leaves her more unique than she ever could have dreamed.

Suddenly colors are more vibrant to Alyzon; her memory is flawless; but strangest of all is Alyzon’s sense of smell. Her best friend smells of a comforting sea breeze. She registers her father’s contentment as the sweet scent of caramelized sugar. But why does the cutest guy in school smell so rancid?

With Alyzon’s extrasensory perception comes intrigue and danger, as she becomes aware of the dark secrets and hidden ambitions that threaten her family. In the end, being different might be less of a blessing than a curse. . . .

RagDollVampGirl
I'm Very Excited About This One... Love, Love, Love The Cover...

If You'd Like To Order This Book You Can Do So By Visiting Barnes & Noble Here
http://search.barnesandnoble.com/booksearch/isbninquiry.asp?ean=9780375839382

Remember, All 3 Books Are Scheduled To Be Released Tuesday, June 23, 2009...

Enjoy!!

xoxo
RagDollVampGirl

News On Author: Becca Fitzpatrick

Okay... So Last Week I Posted My Wishlist Wednesday About Becca Fitzpatrick's Book HUSH, HUSH.. Now If You've Been On The Website You May Have Signed Up For Her Newsletter...
Today, The First Newsletter Went Out And She Included This Nifty Little Piece Of Info..

"Dying to read HUSH, HUSH but can't wait until October?
The prologue and first two chapters are available online for a limited time.
Check it out:
http://www.simonandschuster.net/content/book.cfm?pid=663005&tab=23&agid=2"

Awesome Right??
Go, Go, Go Read It!!!
I Already Did!!
And It Rocks!!

Sign Up For Becca's Newsletter Here: http://www.beccafitzpatrick.com
Just For Signing Up You Could Be Eligible To Win Freebies!!!

And Check Out Reviewer X's Review Here (Aghh.. Total Tongue Twister.. LOL): http://reviewerx.blogspot.com/2009/06/hush-hush-by-becca-fitzpatrick.html

Enjoy!!

xoxo
RagDollVampGirl

What I've Recieved (2)

Once Again, I Wanted To Put Up A Video But My Camera Wants To Be Sooooo Very Difficult!! Here I Have A Picture Of The Books I've Gotten In My Mailbox This Week...

1. "The Tear Collector by Patrick Jones"
2. "Sweep Sweries: Book Of Shadows by Cate Tiernan"
3. "BEAUTIFUL CREATURES by Kami Garcia & Margaret Stohl" YAY!!!!
4. A Signed Copy Of "Wings by Aprilynne Pike" (I Won This From Bree Despain... Thanks Bree!!!)

Let Me Know What You Guys Think And What You Guys Got!!!

xoxo
RagDollVampGirl

Generation Dead by Daniel Waters

Review Of Generation Dead



Synopsis

Phoebe is just your typical goth girl with a crush. He's strong and silent.and dead.

All over the country, a strange phenomenon is happening. Some teenagers who die aren't staying dead. They are coming back to life, but they are no longer the same-they stutter, and their reactions to everything are slower. Termed "living impaired" or "differently biotic," they are doing their best to fit into a society that doesn't want them.

Fitting in is hard enough when you don't have the look or attitude, but when almost everyone else is alive and you're not, it's close to impossible. The kids at Oakvale High don't want to take classes or eat in the cafeteria next to someone who isn't breathing. And there are no laws that exist to protect the differently biotic from the people who want them to disappear-for good.

With her pale skin and Goth wardrobe, Phoebe has never run with the popular crowd. But no one can believe it when she falls for Tommy Williams, the leader of the dead kids. Not her best friend, Margi, whose fear of the differently biotic is deeply rooted in guilt over the past. And especially not her neighbor, Adam, the star of the football team. Adam has just realized his feelings for Phoebe run much deeper than just friendship. He would do anything for her, but what if protecting Tommy is the one thing that would make her happy?

RagDollVampGirl's Review
When I First Picked Up This Book I Was A Little Perplexed. Zombies Living Among Us?? Trying To Fit Into Society?? Once I Began Reading This Book I Was Astounded And Very Amazed At The Brilliance That Is Daniel Water's Wonderful Creativity. These Zombies Seemed So Much Real Than The Ones In Those Gory Flicks. You Know The Ones That Eat Your Brains. I Never Understood How It Was So Hard For Them To Walk But They Could Easily Attack And Kill You!! Daniel Water's Version Is Much More Realistic In The Sense That He Makes It More Believable. Each Chapter Of This Facinating Book Brings More About More Intrigue. I Could Not Stop Reading This Book. I Was Dying To Know What Was Going To Happen Next. I Love That He Wrote The Book From Different Point Of Views Rather Than Just From One Person's View. I Fell Absolutely Head Over Heels For Tommy. Does That Make Me A Necro?? LOL!! I Actually Cried More Than Once In This Book!! It's Happy And Sad And A Very Good Read. I've Never Been One To Like Zombies But This Book Changed My Mind. So Long As They're Daniel's Version!! I Also Must Add That I Am Waiting For The Sequel To Come In The Mail. Could Zombies Be My New Obsession??

Rating 5/5

Links:

If You'd Like To Order This Book You Can Do So By Visiting Barnes & Noble Here
http://search.barnesandnoble.com/Generation-Dead/Daniel-Waters/e/9781423109228/?itm=2

If You'd Like To Know More About Daniel Waters You Can Visit His Blog Here
http://watersdan.blogspot.com/

If You'd Like To Know More About The Book Visit It's Website Here
http://www.gendead.com/#/home

And You Can Also Visit Tommy Williams' Blog Here
http://mysocalledundeath.blogspot.com/


xoxo
RagDollVampGirl

Flashback Friday (2)

So Here It Is!!! The Book That Started My Vampire Obsession!! (Besides Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Of Course!!!)

"In The Forests Of The Night by Amelia Atwater-Rhodes"



Synopsis

I was born to the name of Rachel Weatere in the year 1684, more than three hundred years ago.

The one who changed me named me Risika, and Risika I became, though I never asked what it meant. I continue to call myself Risika, even though I was transformed into what I am against my will.

By day, Risika sleeps in a shaded room in Concord, Massachusettts. By night, she hunts the streets of New York City. She is used to being alone.

But now someone is following Risika. Someone has left her a black rose, the same sort of rose that sealed her fate three hundred years ago.

Three hundred years ago Risika had a family — a brother and a sister who loved her. Three hundred years ago she was human.

Now she is a vampire, a powerful one. And her past has come back to torment her.

RagDollVampGirl
I Read this Book When I Was 11. This Book Changed Everything For Me... I Always Thought Of Vampires As Crazy Bloodthirsty Fiends. Such As, The One's On Buffy. But After Reading This Book I Wanted To Become A Vampire!!! The Best Part To Me Was When I Found Out Amelia Was Only 14 When She Wrote This Book!!! AMAZING!! Read, Read, Read This Book!!

In 2009, The Cover-Reprint Version Was Released. I Personally Like The Old Version...



It Does Appear To Be The Same Model Though I Could Be Wrong!!

If You'd Like To Know More About Amelia Please Visit Her Website Here
http://www.randomhouse.com/features/atwaterrhodes/home.htm

And If You'd Like To Order This Book You Can Do So By Visiting Barnes & Noble Here
http://search.barnesandnoble.com/In-the-Forests-of-the-Night/Amelia-Atwater-Rhodes/e/9780440228165/?itm=8

xoxo
RagDollVampGirl

Thankful Thursday!!! To All My Followers...

I Want To Give A Very Big Thank You To All Of My Followers Here And On Twitter... If You Would Like To Follow Me On Twitter My Twitter Name Is @YABookReleases

Thank You For Supporting Me In The Beginning!! I Also Want To Give A Very Special Thank You To Debbie’s World of Books For Blogging About My Blog!! I Will Have New Reviews Up ASAP!! Make Sure You Stay Tuned For More YA Goodness!! xoxoRagDollVampGirl

Wishlist Wednesday (2)

This Week's Book On My Wishlist Is "Hush, Hush by Becca Fitzpatrick"

Synopsis:

Falling in love was never so easy . . .

or so deadly.

For Nora Grey, romance was not part of the plan. She's never been particularly attracted to the boys at her school, no matter how much her best friend, Vee, pushes them at her. Not until Patch came along. With his easy smile and eyes that seem to see inside her, Nora is drawn to him against her better judgment.

But after a series of terrifying encounters, Nora's not sure who to trust. Patch seems to be everywhere she is, and to know more about her than her closest friends. She can't decide whether she should fall into his arms or run and hide. And when she tries to seek some answers, she finds herself near a truth that is way more unsettling than anything Patch makes her feel.

For Nora is right in the middle of an ancient battle between the immortal and those that have fallen - and, when it comes to choosing sides, the wrong choice will cost her life.

RagDollVampGirl
I Know!!! You're Drooling Over The Cover Right!!! LOL!!! I Can't Wait To Read This One!!!

If You'd Like TO Know More About Becca Fitzpatrick You Can Do So By Visiting Her Website Here
http://www.beccafitzpatrick.com/index.html

Hush,Hush Is Scheduled To Be Released On October 13, 2009

xoxo
RagDollVampGirl

Evernight by Claudia Gray

Synopsis:

Bianca wants to escape.

She's been uprooted from her small hometown and enrolled at Evernight Academy, an eerie Gothic boarding school where the students are somehow too perfect: smart, sleek, and almost predatory. Bianca knows she doesn't fit in.

Then she meets Lucas. He's not the "Evernight type" either, and he likes it that way. Lucas ignores the rules, stands up to the snobs, and warns Bianca to be careful—even when it comes to caring about him.

"I couldn't stand it if they took it out on you," he tells Bianca, "and eventually they would."

But the connection between Bianca and Lucas can't be denied. Bianca will risk anything to be with Lucas, but dark secrets are fated to tear them apart . . . and to make Bianca question everything she's ever believed.

RagDollVampGirl's Review
I Am Absolutely In Shock Over Claudia Gray's Debut Novel. Evernight Is The First Book In A Four Part Series. And I Am Dying To Read Stargazer Already. I Love That The Book Starts With Bianca Trying To Run Away. I Found It Funny When Lucas Chased Her Down "Trying To Save Her" As The Book Begins, You Suddenly Realize That Evernight Academy Holds Lots Of Secrets. These Secrets Just May End Up Tearinf Lucas And Bianca Apart. Once The Secrets Begin To Slip Out, The Book Picks Up Massive Speed, And Before You Know It, You're At The Conclusion. Although I Found The Book To Be A Major Cliff-Hanger, It Still Has A Lot Of Originality To It. I Thought This Book Would Be Like Richelle Mead's Vampire Academy. But It's Not. Claudia Has Created An Amazing Academy That Will Leave You Floored. I Definitely Recommend this Book To Anyone In Love With Vamps.

Rating 5/5

I Am Sorry That It Takes Me A While To Review A Book. I Have 2 Children That Make It A Little Rough. I Promise To Try My Hardest To Pick Up The Pace.

If You'd Like To Order This Book You Can Do So By Visiting Barnes & Noble Here
http://search.barnesandnoble.com/Evernight/Claudia-Gray/e/9780061284397/?itm=2

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RagDollVampGirl

What I've Recieved...

So, I'm Going To Post A List Of Books That I've Gotten This Past Week!! Awesome, Right?? I'm Feeling A Bit Under The Weather So I Won't Do A Video.. Trust Me!! I'd Scare You Guys And Gals Away!! LOL!!

So Far I've Recieved & Bought

1. "Fragile Eternity by Melissa Marr"

I Won This Book In A Contest Held By Kimberly Derting.. (Thanks, Kim!!)

2. "You Are So Undead To Me by Stacey Jay"

Got This In Clearance At B&N!! I Always Wanted To Read It.

3. "Generation Dead by Daniel Waters"

Paperback Version Just Came Out So I Bought It.

4. "Zombie Queen of Newbury High by Amanda Ashby"

New Paperback!! Bought It At B&N!!

So There You Have It!! Fairies And Zombies Galore!! Since I'm Not Feeling So Hot I've Just Been Reading... It's Great Medicine...

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RagDollVampGirl

Flashback Friday

On Fridays I'm Going To Be Posting Books That I've Read In The Past. These Will Be Books I Enjoyed And Highly Recommend!!

My First Flashback Book Is America by E.R. Frank.



Synopsis

You try not to think. You try not to imagine, but then those cracks pop up, and these flashes squeeze right through. At first, some of it's not too bad, and you get stupid, maybe even wanting a little more, but then you pull yourself together, knowing what all is likely going to ooze out if you're not careful....

Fifteen-year-old America has been nowhere, has been nobody. Separated from his foster mother. A runaway. A patient. Without love. Without hope. And, eventually, without the will to live.

Until Dr. B. steps in. To listen. To explore. And to find within America both the story and the boy who are lost.

RagDollVampGirl
This Book Blew Me Away. I Was Only 13 When I Read This Book. It Shows The Endurance Of A Young Boy Growing Up. This Book Deals With Child Abuse, Disturbing Behavior, And America's Journey From Being Lost In This World And Lost In Himself. If You've Read Cut by Patricia McCormick Then This Is A Book You've Got To Read...

On February 28, 2009, A Film Adaptation Of America Was Given On Lifetime. The Film Is A Little Different From The Book, But They Always Change Things When Making A Film. Nonetheless, I Guarantee Before The Credits Roll You'll Have Shed A Tear Or Two...

I Hope You Enjoy My Flashback Friday. I Can't Wait To Share More With You...

If You'd Like To Order This Book You Can Do So By Visiting Barnes And Noble Here
http://search.barnesandnoble.com/America/E-R-Frank/e/9780689857720/?itm=1

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RagDollVampGirl

Vampire Kisses: The Beginning

Synopsis:

A new guy in town.
Rumors of vampires.
Dangerous first love.
This is where it all begins. . . .

The mansion on top of Benson Hill has stood empty for years. But one day it seems to be occupied, and its mysterious, handsome inhabitant Alexander Sterling becomes the source of much talk around town. Raven, a vampire-obsessed Goth-girl who has always considered herself an outsider in "Dullsville," is determined to uncover the truth surrounding the secretive Alexander. As she gets to know him, and their spark intensifies, Raven finds herself in some unanticipated situations. Can Alexander make her lifelong dream come true? But love always has its complications—especially when it can only be awakened at nightfall.

The first three books in Ellen Schreiber's bestselling Vampire Kisses series capture the thrill of a most unusual romance.

RagDollVampGirl's Review
I First Started Reading The Vampire Kisses Series After I Read The Vampire Diaries Series. I Was Craving More Vampires And I Had Heard About These Books. So I Purchased The Vampire Kisses: The Beginning Box Set. I've Said It Before I Love Vampire Books. These Are More Light, Cute And Funny Compared To Other Vamp Series. I Actually Loved Raven Madison. Although, I Am Not Goth I Absolutely Love Her To Death. In Vampire Kisses, Raven Is Almost Immature In Her Desire To Become A Vampire. But Instead Of Her Being Cheesy, She's Very Eccentric. By The Vampireville Book, She Shows A Lot Of Maturity. I Also Love Alexander Sterling. Who Doesn't? I Love That He Seems Wise And Very Protective Of This Awkward But Brave Girl. If You Love The Chronicles Of Vladimir Tod You'll Love The Vampire Kisses Series.

Rating - 5/5

If You'd Like To Order This Box Set You Can Do So By Visiting Barnes And Noble At:
http://search.barnesandnoble.com/Vampire-Kisses-Box-Set/Ellen-Schreiber/e/9780061691607/?itm=2

In April, 2009 Ellen Schreiber Merged All Three Books Into One Paperback Edition.



If You'd Like To Order This Version You Can Do So By Visiting Barnes And Noble Here:
http://search.barnesandnoble.com/The-Beginning/Ellen-Schreiber/e/9780061778940/?itm=4

And If You'd Like To More About Ellen Schreiber Or The Vampire Kisses Series You Can Do So By Visiting Her Here: http://www.ellenschreiber.com/home.htm

Enjoy

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RagDollVampGirl

Contest!!!

Okay, This Is My First Contest Everyone!! I'm Giving Away A Twilight Binder Filled With All 72 Basic Cards From The Deck. These Are The Original Inkworks Premium Trading Cards. There Are 2 Special Edition Cards (One Hot Topic Who Is Bella Card? And 1 Always Puzzle Card) Also Included Is 1 Promo Card. Check Some Of The Pics Down Below.

Now To Get To The Rules:
All You Have To Do For A Shot In This Contest Is Follow Me. Please E-Mail Me Your Profile Name, Your Real Name, E-Mail Address, And If You Post A Link Please E-Mail Me That As Well!! If You Don't Follow Me I Will Not Accept Your E-Mail. You Gain 3 More Entries If You Post This To Your Blog. You Must E-Mail Me The Link. My Comment Boxes Aren't Working So I Have To Do This Through E-Mail. So Sorry About It! This Contest Will End July 3, 2009. I Will Pick A Random Winner By Sunday July 5, 2009.

Special!!
If I Get Up To 55 Follwers By July 1, 2009 I Will Choose A Second Winner To Win A Special Twilight Gift.







Thank You And Have Fun!!!

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RagDollVampGirl

Wishlist Wednesday

Every Wednesday I Will Be Posting A Book That I am DYING To Read. First Up Is "Beautiful Creatures by Kami Garcia & Margararet Stohl" Because This Is One Of The Top Three I'm Want To Sink My Teeth Into So Bad.

Synosis:

There were no surprises in Gatlin County.
We were pretty much the epicenter of the middle of nowhere.
At least, that's what I thought.
Turns out, I couldn't have been more wrong.
There was a curse.
There was a girl.
And in the end, there was a grave.

Lena Duchannes is unlike anyone the small Southern town of Gatlin has ever seen, and she's struggling to conceal her power and a curse that has haunted her family for generations. But even within the overgrown gardens, murky swamps and crumbling graveyards of the forgotten South, a secret cannot stay hidden forever.

Ethan Wate, who has been counting the months until he can escape from Gatlin, is haunted by dreams of a beautiful girl he has never met. When Lena moves into the town's oldest and most infamous plantation, Ethan is inexplicably drawn to her and determined to uncover the connection between them.

In a town with no surprises, one secret could change everything.

I Can't Wait For This One!!
Beautiful Creatures Is Scheduled To Be Released In 2010.

xoxo

RagDollVampGirl

Supernatural Summer

Supernatural Summer Tour Dates!!

This tour is a joining of five young adult authors. The Authors Are Kelley Armstrong, Kim Harrison, Melissa Marr, Aprilynne Pike and Claudia Gray. (Not all authors will be at every signing)

Chicago (Naperville) IL (Kim Harrison, Kelley Armstrong, Melissa Marr)
June 2, 7:00 pm
Anderson’s Bookshop
123 West Jefferson
Naperville, IL
630-355-2665

Dayton, OH (Kim Harrison, Kelley Armstrong, Melissa Marr)
June 3, 7:00 pm
Books & Co. on the Greene
4453 Walnut Street
937-429-2169

Cincinnati, OH (Kim Harrison, Kelley Armstrong, Melissa Marr)
June 4, 7:00 pm
Joseph Beth’s
2692 Madison Road
(513) 396-8960

Portland, OR (Kim Harrison, Kelley Armstrong, Aprilynne Pike, Claudia Gray.)
June 5 7:00 pm
B&N at Clackamas Towne Center Mall
12000 SE 82nd Avenue
(507) 786 3464

Seattle (Redmond) WA (Kim Harrison, Kelley Armstrong, Aprilynne Pike, Claudia Gray.)
June 6, 2:00 pm
Borders Redmond Town Center
16549 N.E. 74th Street
Redmond, WA
425.869.1907

RagDollVampGirl
I Don't Live Near These Places... :-(!!! So I Am Severely Depressed...This Tour Starts Today... I Hope Some Of You Will Be Able To Make It Out To See Them!! Comment Me If You Do...

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RagDollVampGirl

News On Author: Sarah Ockler

Hey Everyone!!

Vania At Reverie Book Reviews Posted That On June 5, 2009 At 7:00 PM There Is Going To Be A Twenty Tweet Summer For Sarah Ockler's Book "Twenty Boy Summer" You Can Ask Her Questions Right Through TWITTER!!! How Cool Is That???

So Make Sure You Log On To Twitter And Add Sarah!

Her Twitter Name Is: sarahockler
The Link: http://twitter.com/sarahockler

Have Fun!!

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RagDollVampGirl

The Chronicles Of Vladimir Tod: Eigth Grade Bites by Heather Brewer

Today I Am Reviewing A Book by An Author Who Definately Made An Impression On Me!! Heather Brewer's "Eigth Grade Bites"



Synopsis:

Junior high really sucks for thirteen-year-old Vladimir Tod. Bullies harass him, the principal is dogging him, and the girl he likes prefers his best friend. Oh, and Vlad has a secret: his mother was human, but his father was a vampire. With no idea of the extent of his powers, Vlad struggles daily with his blood cravings and his enlarged fangs. When a substitute teacher begins to question him a little too closely, Vlad worries that his cover is about to be blown. But then he faces a much bigger problem: he’s being hunted by a vampire killer.

RagDollVampGirl's Review:

When I First Decided To Read "Eigth Grade Bites" I Was A Little Unsure About How I Felt About It. A Thirteen Year Old Half Vampire!! But, I Did Manage To Give It A Shot, And I Instantly Got Swept Up Into The World Of Bathory By The First Chapter. Heather Makes It So Easy And Light That You Forget Vampires Are Supposedly Demonic Creatures. I Love How She Manages To Make A Scene Change Without Ever Confusing You. The Character "Vladimir Tod" Definately Caught My Attention And Held It Throughout The Entire Book... I Definately Recommend Reading The Chronicles Of Vladimir Tod For A Great Time And A Good Laugh..

Rating - 4/5

I Will Begin "Ninth Grade Slays" by Heather Brewer by The End Of Today!! So I Will Have A Review For You ASAP!!

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RagDollVampGirl