Shadow Kiss By: Richelle Mead (Mini Review)

For Rose Hathaway, everything seems out of kilter. Ever since she made her first Strigoi kills, a dark shadow has been creeping over her. Looming in the background, too, is another realization: If she follows her forbidden love for guardian Dimitri Belikov, she might lose her best friend forever. And these sleep-shaking worries couldn't have come at a worse time. The immortal unloving are prowling everywhere, famished for vengeance against her. An adrenaline-laced episode of the teen pop favorite Vampire Academy.

(Summary thanks to Goodreads)
I adored this book it has to be my favorite in the whole series. It was action packed from start to finish. Richelle Meads talent in writing really shone. I really like how with each book the characters grew as people (some books the characters seemed the same not a lot of growth). This book had a lot of Rose which I really enjoyed as she is my favorite character. Rose is awesome feisty, and overall shes is kind of hope for woman Dhampirs, because she shows them that they can be guardians too. Another favorite characters of mine and also my fictional crush has to be Dimitri. I can go on and on why I love him, but like always there isn't enough space on my blog for that. You all know that in a great novel there is always a conflict when romance comes along. This conflict has to be either Rose chooses Lissa or Dimitri. Let me tell you I was very surprised who she did choose. Me I might have done it the other way around (personal opinion). I hated, yet loved the ending, so be prepared Mead will surprise you. Overall this book was awesome third installment. Shadow Kiss was action packed had me turning pages and unable to put down. The ending did have a bit of a cliff hanger.
Series Order:
1. Vampire Academy2. Frostbite3. Shadow Kiss4. Blood Promise5. Spirit Bound6. Last Sacrifice
I personally Rate this Novel:
.5
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Teaser Tuesdays (28)

Teaser Tuesdays is a weekly bookish meme, hosted by MizB of Should Be Reading. Anyone can play along! Just do the following:

·          Grab your current read

·         Open to a random page

·         Share two (2) “teaser” sentences from somewhere on that page

·         BE CAREFUL NOT TO INCLUDE SPOILERS! (make sure that what you share doesn’t give too much away! You don’t want to ruin the book for others!)

Share the title & author, too, so that other TT participants can add the book to their TBR Lists if they  like your teaser.

My Teasers:

"I held my breath, still bracing for a fight. After several tense moments, the group retreated. Before turning around, Denis gave me one last piercing look."

 ~ Pg. 216, "Blood Promise" By: Richelle Mead

P.S. Hey guys if you are participating in Teaser Tuesday don't forget to stop by Should Be Reading Book Blog and leave a link to you TT or even if you just want to check out other!! 

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Frostbite By: Richelle Mead

Rose loves Dimitri, Dimitri might love Tasha, and Mason would die to be with Rose

It as winter break at St. Vladimiras, but Rose is feeling anything but festive. A massive Strigoi attack has put the school on high alert, and now the Academyas crawling with Guardiansaincluding Roseas hard-hitting mother, Janine Hathaway. And if hand to- hand combat with her mom wasn't bad enough, Roseas tutor Dimitri has his eye on someone else, her friend Masonas got a huge crush on her, and Rose keeps getting stuck in Lissaas head while sheas making out with her boyfriend, Christian! The Strigoi are closing in, and the Academyas not taking any risks.This year, St. Vladas annual holiday ski trip is mandatory.

But the glittering winter landscape and the posh Idaho resort only create the illusion of safety. When three friends run away in an offensive move against the deadly Strigoi, Rose must join forces with Christian to rescue them. But heroism rarely comes without a price. (Summary thanks to Chapters Indigo.ca)


    Strigoi trouble at St. Vladimir School calling a Red Alert which has St. Vlads running with Guardians even Rose's mother which is not Rose's favorite person. I love the touch of how Mason likes Rose I knew it from VA and now their is Tasha, Christians cousin who Dimitri's interested in. The problem is Rose likes Dimitri (who even I have a crush on) and he won't show her his soft side only the cold hard Guardian he is trained to be. Then there is Mr. trouble maker!! (Can you tell how important he is that I forgot his name while writing this review, and my neighbor is borrowing this one from me, so I can look it up). I like how all the Characters mature from book to book. This was a book I could not put down. This book has it's moments there were times I could feel tears come to my eyes and then happy laughing moments, then outraged at certain situations. Rose also learns a lot about Dhampire that you need technique to fight not a hot head. All in all this was an action packed series that is not a new fave and a must read especially if you enjoy Vampires with a twist and a bit of extras. The storyline is well developed and the descriptions were awesome. I adore the covers in this series I'm Guessing its Christian and Lissa. If you haven't read Vampire Academy then get to it ASAP. Ok so I can't wait to read Shadow Kiss, Please Dimitri give in to Rose I want a happy ending, but I'm dreaming I know.

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So did you guys read Vampire Academy? Frostbite? Any Richelle Mead?? Let me know what you think I adore hearing from you guys!!

Happy Reading Guys!

Kelly P

Vampire Academy By: Richelle Mead

St Vladimir's Academy isn't just any boarding school-it's a hidden place where vampires are educated in the ways of magic and half-human teens train to protect them. Rose Hathaway is a Dhampir, a bodyguard for her best friend Lissa, a Moroi Vampire Princess. They've been on the run, but now they're being dragged back to St Vladimir's-the very place where they're most in danger...

Rose and Lissa become enmeshed in forbidden romance, the Academy's ruthless social scene, and unspeakable night-time rituals. But they must be careful lest the Strigoi - the world's fiercest and most dangerous vampires - make Lissa one of them forever. (Summary thanks to Chapters Indigo.ca). 
   
    Before I start, I have to say Richelle Meads Writing is wonderful. The book was nicely written just enough details nothing over the top, and great transitions. I love when each author has their opinions on what a Vampire is. I thought Richelle's idea of Vampire was awesome. Instead of the same old Vampires we are dealing with Morois are full vampires with magical powers, a lot are royals, then we have Dhampirs, and they are half vampire half human, they are basically Moroi's body guard (guards are mostly men). The story is about Lissa (Moroi) student and her best friend Rose (Dhampir) Rose is still in training. So I like how the story starts with Lissa and Rose having run away from the suspicion at St. Vladimir Academy. Rose and Lissa are not safe in or out of VA.

    I like the connection between Rose and Lissa. The book is in Rose's point of view. With forbidden love, to a place of great safety ... Not so much. Strigoi are super bad vamps, who feed on Moroi blood for more powers. This book is a must read and actually in my top five favorites. Each character has their own uniqueness. The book was captivating from beginning til the end. I love school for Paranormals or anything with them in a school area. I really like the cover. Storyline was great, it was also developed.

MUST READ!!


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Kelly P.