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Tuesday, April 7, 2020

Top Ten Tuesday: Books I Bought Because...

Tuesday, April 07, 2020 4 Comments


Hosted by  That Artsy Reader Girl.
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A lot has been happening lately. And yes, I've been at home for quite a while now due to quarantine. I've been working from home and all that which was quite hard and sometimes stressful. So I thought since I've been trying to post in my blog lately, why not return to participating in Top Ten Tuesday? It's a fun activity and may relieve some of the stress I've been feeling.

These are the top ten (actually 12. haha.) books I bought because...

1. They have simple yet pretty covers  

I actually haven't read the first two which I bought on a book sale last year. Hoping to read soon.

2. I love music

Aside from reading, I do love music. So, when you combine the two? Perfect!

3. A lot of book bloggers recommended it

During those times when I was very much active in the book blogging community, a lot of fellow readers suggested these and kept popping on lists. And yes, I did not regret picking up these two. They are two of my all-time favorites.

4. I really loved the author's previous books

If I Stay and Where She Went are probably included in my all-time favorite list so I decided to read Just One Day (via e-book first) and I fell in love, so I had to buy the paperback copy. The book ended on a cliffhanger which made me anticipate the second installment. I pre-ordered from across the other side of the world complete with autograph from the author. I just had to.

5. I love me some mystery/thriller/crime fiction every once in a while

A Faint Cold Fear was my first Karin Slaughter book and what made me a fan. The Cop Town is the latest one I bought. If you are into the genre, don't miss out on this great author - she got "stories that get under your skin."

It was nice to be back. Stay Safe fellow readers!

Thursday, April 17, 2014

Playlist: The Fault in Our Stars (2)

Thursday, April 17, 2014 0 Comments
Way back in 2012, I shared a playlist of original songs done by fans of John Green's novel The Fault in Our Stars. (See my first playlist) Since the movie is going to be shown soon, I browsed youtube and found more awesome songs regarding the novel which I am sharing with you guys. I'm currently enjoying listening to them as I also start re-reading the novel before the movie comes out in June. I love these songs, hope you love them too. Enjoy listening! 

Friday, June 22, 2012

Book Thoughts: The Fault in Our Stars

Friday, June 22, 2012 2 Comments
 "You gave me a forever within the numbered days..."

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 Two years post-miracle, sixteen-year-old Hazel is post-everything else, too; post-high school, post-friends and post-normalcy. And even though she could live for a long time (whatever that means), Hazel lives tethered to an oxygen tank, the tumours tenuously kept at bay with a constant chemical assault. 

Enter Augustus Waters. A match made at cancer kid support group, Augustus is gorgeous, in remission, and shockingly to her, interested in Hazel. Being with Augustus is both an unexpected destination and a long-needed journey, pushing Hazel to re-examine how sickness and health, life and death, will define her and the legacy that everyone leaves behind.
-Goodreads summary 



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“This is not a cancer book ‘cause cancer books suck,” as Hazel Grace would say.

The fault in our stars is just awesome and great. It made me teary eyed most of the time and some tears fell as well. (At one point, I had to stop and collect myself before continuing reading.) It made me laugh and smile. It made my heart ache. It made me giddy. (Oh, those Hazel-Augustus scenes!)

Hazel and Augustus are just perfect characters. They are truly captivating to read. Hazel Grace, as what Augustus calls her, is one strong person despite her condition. And Gus, he's bringing positivity to Hazel's life. He's smart, he's funny and he's sweet.

This is a witty, funny, hopeful, sad, compelling and highly emotional book. Although you can already see it coming, you will not be prepared for the inevitable conclusion. Go read it, now! Seriously! …and prepare for your heart to be broken.

TFIOS is just heartbreakingly beautiful.


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  My The Fault in Our Stars Playlist:
  • Terrified - Katherine McPhee
  • "You set it again, my heart's in motion. Every word feels like a shooting star."
  • "And I'm in love, and I'm terrified for the first time and the last time in my only life."
  • More Time - Needtobreathe  
  • "I hope that you could understand that this is not what I had planned"
  • "Cause I need more time
    Just a few more months and we’ll be fine
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  • For my playlist of original songs inspired by the book go here.