12.30.2015

Random Rants: I love cheesy romance novels and I'm not ashamed.

WARNING: this is me ranting, cursing is expected.

If you're actually following and reading my posts, you're probably wondering what the hell is this and why am I writing this instead of posting reviews.

Well fellow bloggers and beloved readers, welcome to the "Random Rants" section of The Four Eyed Cat Reviews. Where I basically rant about things that I can't seem to say directly to people around me.

Being around people who reads To Kill a Mockingbird, hardcore classics, or other awesome-yet-serious novels is a challenge for me, who loves to read light young adult or new adult romance novels and erotica here and there. No, I'm not ashamed for my reading preferences but somehow I felt like everyone is trying to make me feel bad about it. I do read serious stuffs sometimes if I have to but I don't enjoy it as much as my usual stuff.

I really don't know where this come from, but people! Reading 'advanced' novels does not make you better than me or anyone who choose to read something else! Please understand that people have their own right to choose what they want to read, and stop judging people god damnit. I'm not saying this to everyone who prefers serious books because I have met friendly people who respect my choices.

12.05.2015

(Review) Quanta by Lola Dodge

Quanta
by Lola Dodge
Series: The Shadow Ravens #2
Release date: October 13th 2015
Publisher: Ink monster, LLC
Source: Netgalley
Quanta (The Shadow Ravens, #2)
Just because Quanta can see the future doesn’t mean she can change it. She’s spent most of her life imprisoned, feeding her captors information to keep herself alive, but she’s finally reached the endgame and her death creeps closer by the moment.

The son of two senators, Altair Orpheus leads a life of privilege that provides the perfect cover for his side job: working with the rebel Shadow Ravens to undermine the ruling Seligo government. Everything is running like clockwork until he crosses paths with Quanta. As he watches her deftly maneuver through life in a perverse prison, his plastic heart melts. A jailbreak would be suicide, but Tair is willing to sacrifice everything to give her a chance at happiness.

Now Quanta senses a terrifying new future brewing. She and Tair are bound together, but every image of them kissing, snuggling, and acting knee-weakeningly happy is balanced by a much darker possibility. They’ll be picture perfect together, but only until time rips them apart. How can she follow her heart when she’s seen how their love plays out?

12.03.2015

(Book Blitz) Five: Out of the Ashes by Holli Anderson


FIVE: Out of the Ashes
Holli Anderson
(Five, #3)
Published by: Curiosity Quills Press
Publication date: November 30th 2015
Genres: Urban Fantasy, Young Adult
Their last battle ended with death and despair, but they have no time to mourn. One of their own has been taken and the Quinae Praesidia set out to find and rescue her. In this third and last installment of the FIVE series, the FIVE discover new powers, make a desperate run through the Netherworld, land on an island paradise . . . and find that Brone, always a step ahead of them, is becoming more powerful than ever.


Previous books in the series:



11.05.2015

New layout and a little bit of notice

Hi there! thanks for reading my blog lol. I know people don't come here a lot ;) but anyway, if you noticed, I made a few changes yay. And a new button, double yay. What do you guys think?


Yeah I know. So important (am saying it in sarcastic manner). But that's not all! I just want to notify you guys that I might be a tad MIA these couple of weeks since my final project for the semester is like due next week. And I'm kinda going to be working my a*s off no sleep and all to finish it. If you're an author and I owe you a review, I'm sorry :( You can check out my Goodreads tho, sometimes I posted my reviews there before I finally posted here. (Link in about / contact tab above)

Thanks for reading guys! wish me luck :'-)

[Cover reveal!] FIVE: Out of the Ashes by Holli Anderson




I am so psyched for this book! We finally got to see the cover of the last installment in the FIVE series by Holli Anderson, look at how cool it is! I am such a big fan of this series. So how do you feel about the cover? ;)
FIVE: 
Out of the Ashes
Holli Anderson
(Five, #3)
Published by: Curiosity Quills Press
Publication date: November 30th 2015
Genres: Urban Fantasy, Young Adult


Their last battle ended with death and despair, but they have no time to mourn. One of their own has been taken and the Quinae Praesidia set out to find and rescue her.

In this third and last installment of the FIVE series, the FIVE discover new powers, make a desperate run through the Netherworld, land on an island paradise . . . and find that Brone, always a step ahead of them, is becoming more powerful than ever.


Previous books in the series:


Author Bio:
Holli Anderson has a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing--which has nothing to do with writing, except maybe by adding some pretty descriptive injury and vomit scenes to her books. She discovered her joy of writing during a very trying period in her life when escaping into make-believe saved her. She enjoys reading any book she gets her hands on, but has a particular love for anything fantasy.
Along with her husband, Steve, and their four sons, she lives in Grantsville, Utah--the same small town in which she grew up.

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10.19.2015

(Review) Branded by Abi Ketner, Missy Kalicicki

Branded
by Abi Ketner, Missy Kalicicki
Series: Sinners #1
Release date: 18th February 2014
Publisher: Month9Books
Source: Netgalley
Branded (Sinners #1)
Fifty years ago The Commander came into power and murdered all who opposed him. In his warped mind, the seven deadly sins were the downfall of society. 

To punish the guilty, he created the Hole, a place where sinners are branded according to their sins. Sinners are forced to live a less than human existence in deplorable conditions, under the watchful eye of guards who are ready to kill anyone who steps out of line.

Now, LUST wraps around my neck like thick, blue fingers, threatening to choke the life out of me. I’ve been accused of a crime I didn’t commit, and the Hole is my new home. 

Constant darkness. 

Brutal and savage violence. 

Excruciating pain. 

Every day is a fight for survival. 

But I won’t let them win. I will not die in the Hole. 

I am more than my brand. I’m a fighter. My name is Lexi Hamilton, and this is my story.

"Dark, intense, dangerous--everyday is a new fight for survival. We fell head over heels with the forbidden romance between brave heroine Lexi and swoon-worthy hero Cole. And Zeus? Best dog EVER. (We are SO getting a Great Dane!) Branded is a must read for fans of the adrenaline intensity of Shatter Me and the Totally Hot guys of Jen Armentrout."~ Justine Magazine

"Branded was a riveting and exciting dystopian read that will have you at the edge of your seat. I could not put it down and was entranced by this dark and unique world!"~Ben Alderson, Booktuber at BenjaminofTomes

"Branded is a fast paced, heart pounding and swoon-worthy read that will make you fall in love with this dark and twisted world."~Sasha Alsberg, Booktuber at ABookUtopia

""Fast paced and fun, BRANDED has something everyone will love. Abi Ketner and Missy Kalicicki have created a unique dystopian romance that's sure to stand out in today's market!"~Lindsay Cummings, Author of The Murder Complex.


10.09.2015

(Review) Cipher by Aileen Erin

Cipher
by Aileen Erin
Series: The Shadow Ravens #1
Release date: October 31st 2014
Publisher: Ink Monster, LLC
Source: Netgalley
Cipher (The Shadow Ravens, #1)
In the not-too-distant future, the color of your helix tattoo shows exactly how your DNA was modified—green for super-smart scientists, black for pumped-up warriors, white for the immortal Seligo—but Cipher’s red helix is a death sentence. It’s a sign of unstable DNA, which is probably the reason she can manipulate electricity.

When she was eight years old, Cipher made the mistake of showing her uncle the tattoo. In return, he killed her parents and tried to kidnap her.

She’s been on the run ever since, and twelve long years later, Cipher is tired of hiding. Survival isn’t enough anymore. She wants her life back.

Hacking into the Citadel mainframe is a huge risk, but it pays off when she finds a database on red helixes. Before she can copy it, she loses control of her power, charring her last processor, and the only person in the Arizona Voids that can get her back online is her oldest friend, Knightly. She hasn’t seen him in person since she started running, and Knightly 2.0 is fully upgraded with a six-pack and knee-melting smile.

For a girl like Cipher, trust doesn’t come easily, but Knightly makes her yearn for a life she knows she can’t have, especially when every secret she reveals endangers them both.


(Review) Alpha Unleashed by Aileen Erin

Alpha Unleashed
by Aileen Erin
Series: Alpha Girl #5
Release date: September 22nd 2015
Publisher: Ink Monster, LLC
Source: Netgalley
Alpha Unleashed (Alpha Girl #5)
Tessa McCaide has had it up to here with supernaturals. Luciana may have failed to steal Tessa’s magic, but she’s just getting started on her crusade for magical domination. If her demonic summoning isn’t stopped, it could mean the end of everything.

Tessa’s allies, including her mate Dastien, are ready to fight, but they’re no match for Luciana’s power. A little help (and ancient Inca mojo) from Tessa’s cousin, Claudia, may give the side of good a chance if she can make it home in time, but stopping the war is no longer an option.

When witches and wolves fight, no one wins. Only time will tell who will still be standing after the last spell is cast.

(Review) Alpha Divided by Aileen Erin

Alpha Divided
by Aileen Erin
Series: Alpha Girl #3
Release date: October 14th 2015
Publisher: Ink Monster, LLC
Source: Netgalley
Alpha Divided (Alpha Girl #3)
Life has been crazy since Tessa McCaide moved to Texas. She’s gone from being a normal-ish girl with visions to a super-powered werewolf. She’s fought off vampires and broken a nearly unbreakable curse. And she’s got a hot mate, Dastien Laurent, to keep her busy. 

Things are looking up until the full moon ceremony rolls around. Before Tessa can strengthen her bond with Dastien, the local coven crashes the gates, demanding that Tessa—their heir apparent—be returned. If the pack wants to avoid a war with the witches, handing Tessa over is the only option. 

Tessa doesn’t want to cause an all-out fight, but joining a dark-magic coven isn’t on her to-do list, especially if embracing her magic side means parting with Dastien. When the coven leader tries to control Tessa with dark-magic, Tessa realizes she has to dismantle the coven or prepare the pack for war. Either choice will change her life—and her world—forever.


10.06.2015

Blog Tour - Quanta (The Shadow Ravens #2) by Lola Dodge : Author Interview + Character Bio

Welcome to my stop for the Quanta Blog Tour! This tour is organised by Sparkle Book Tours. Enjoy my interview with Quanta's author, Ms. Lola Dodge and the exclusive Characters bio down below! (Look forward for my review on Quanta soon,  13th October 2015)

Quanta
by Lola Dodge
(The Shadow Ravens #2)
Publication Date: October 13th 2015
Genre: Sci-Fi
Format: E-book and Paperback
Publisher:Ink Monster, LLC
Cover by: Art by Ana Cruz, Graphics by Paddy Donnelly
Editor: Ink Monster, LLC
Pages: 250
ISBN: 9780996086479
ASIN: B00NQAD0TE

Just because Quanta can see the future doesn’t mean she can change it. She’s spent most of her life imprisoned, feeding her captors information to keep herself alive, but she’s finally reached the endgame and her death creeps closer by the moment.

The son of two senators, Altair Orpheus leads a life of privilege that provides the perfect cover for his side job: working with the rebel Shadow Ravens to undermine the ruling Seligo government. Everything is running like clockwork until he crosses paths with Quanta. As he watches her deftly maneuver through life in a perverse prison, his plastic heart melts. A jailbreak would be suicide, but Tair is willing to sacrifice everything to give her a chance at happiness.

Now Quanta senses a terrifying new future brewing. She and Tair are bound together, but every image of them kissing, snuggling, and acting knee-weakeningly happy is balanced by a much darker possibility. They’ll be picture perfect together, but only until time rips them apart. How can she follow her heart when she’s seen how their love plays out?
 
LINKS

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7.22.2015

Help a fellow book lover in need?

Hi again guys! here I would like to say, yes lovely authors from netgalley, I am aware that I still need lots to be reviewed (and it's long overdue) I am deeply sorry. But I promise you soon! ;-) (I feel so guily :-( )

But anyway, fellow book readers! hi. I currently have a soft spot for second chance romance novels that most preferably have equal status between the protagonists. I'm being confusing huh. I mean the rich/famous guy falls for normal girl thing is just getting really old for me. I need like a famous guy falls for famous girl for a chance, or maybe famous girl falls for normal guy? that sounds rare. (Its like my hidden feminism speaking lol) Does any of you have any recommendation?

Please please please comment down below (or recommend me through my Goodreads, that works too), your recommendations would mean the world!
Thank you so much for strolling anyway and spending your time reading this.

Hugs and kisses,


(Review) Starcrossed Series by Leisa Rayven

Starcrossed Series 
by Leisa Rayven
Release date:
December 23rd 2014 & April 28th 2015
Publisher: St. Martin's Griffin
Source: Borrowed
Bad Romeo

Bad Romeo

When Cassie Taylor met Ethan Holt at acting school, sparks flew. She was the good girl actress. He was the bad boy about campus. But one fated casting choice for Romeo and Juliet changed it all. Like the characters they were playing, Cassie and Ethan's romance seemed destined. Until he broke her heart and betrayed her trust. Now the A-list heartthrob is back in her life and turning her world around. One touch at a time. 

Cast as romantic leads once again, they're forced to confront raw memories of the heartbreaking lows and pulse-pounding highs of their secret college affair. But they'll also discover that people who rub each other the wrong way often make the best sparks 

Broken Juliet

How do you fix a love that’s been broken beyond repair?

For years, Cassie Taylor tried to forget about Ethan Holt. He was the one great love of her life, and when he failed to return her love, a part of her died forever. Or so she thought. Now she and Ethan are sharing a Broadway stage, and he’s determined to win her back. Claiming to be a changed man, he’s finally able to say all the things she needed to hear years ago, but can she believe him? What makes this time different from all his other broken promises?

Ethan knows he can’t change their tumultuous past, but if he’s going to have any chance of being with the woman he loves, he’ll need to convince Cassie that her future belongs with him. 


Officially going back online!

Hey there amazing viewers! I'm not sure if you guys still remember me or this blog since I've been gone for a really long time, but anyway if you're here then I love you! thanks for reading my blog :)

I am officially going to start reviewing again now, maybe not as constant as before... with semester three starting and all, but I'm gonna try my best to make this blog... stay alive?

So yeah, thanks again for my rad viewers and glad to be back!
Review requests are open again, contact me through email if you are interested
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