Book #17 : To Kill A Mockingbird by Harper Lee

Dates read:  July 27th - August 4th

Summary: Taking place after the Great Depression we see life through the eyes of Scout, a young girl still learning life lessons, over the course of three years. We meet her older brother Jem and her stern father Atticus. After Atticus takes on the job of defending a young black man in a disturbing case Scout starts to see the world as adults see it. Filled with the mystery of their hidden away neighbour, starting school and learning what is meant by "being a lady" Scout learns many lessons throughout. 

Genre: Childhood, Classic, Fiction

# of Pages: 324 pages

Did you like the book? Why? After reading this book for the first time back in high school, my own choice I may add, I have had a fascination with this novel so I decided to read it again. The second time reading it felt like it took longer to read than the first time, even though I knew what was going to happen I wasn't that interested in racing to finish it. I blame this view on it being a re-read. I do love the quotes and morals in this story however. This is what made me want to read it again.

Was this book made into a movie? Yes, back in the 1960s starring Gregory Peck as Atticus Finch.

Would you recommend it? I would recommend it to a younger audience 14-17. 

Book #16 : The Silent Girls by Eric Rickstad

Dates read:  July 7th - July 23rd

Summary: After leaving the force and becoming a P.I. Frank Rath thought he was done with solving murders, until the police request his assistance with a missing girl. Coming face-to-face with the dark events of his past with the new case Frank needs to solve this case before anymore girls go missing or something worse.

Genre: Murder, Mystery, Crime, Violence, Family, Thriller

# of Pages: 371

Did you like the book? Why?  I loved this book! It's very gruesome and violent (for those with a weak stomach do not read) which turned me off a little bit but the plot line and twist and turns kept me reading.

Was this book made into a movie? No. If done right this would be a great film or mini series.

Would you recommend it? Yes! To anyone who likes crime and thriller novels.

Book #15 : The Heir by Kiera Cass

Dates read: July 3rd - July 5th

Summary: Following the storyline of the series "The Selection" this book takes place 18 years after. Princess Eadlyn has grown up hearing endless stories about how her mother and father met. Twenty years ago, America Singer entered the Selection and won the heart of Prince Maxon—and they lived happily ever after. Eadlyn has always found their fairy-tale story romantic, but she has no interest in trying to repeat it. If it were up to her, she'd put off marriage for as long as possible.

But a princess's life is never entirely her own, and Eadlyn can't escape her very own Selection—no matter how fervently she protests.

Eadlyn doesn't expect her story to end in romance. But as the competition begins, one entry may just capture Eadlyn's heart, showing her all the possibilities that lie in front of her . . . and proving that finding her own happily ever after isn't as impossible as she's always thought. (Summary provided by GoodReads)

Genre: Young Adult, Royal, Drama, Romance

# of Pages: 342

Did you like the book? Why? Overall the whole series is really meant for younger teenagers but I enjoyed reading it. It's kind of a corny storyline but it's an easy read.

Was this book made into a movie? No.

Would you recommend it? Would recommend it to anyone who read the other three novels in the series as well.

Book #14 : Modern Romance by Aziz Ansari & Eric Klinenberg

Dates read:  June 17th- July 2nd

Summary: Mixed with comedy and subreddits this book tells it how it is in the modern age of romance - hence the title of the book. From online dating to being in committed and open relationships Aziz and Eric find out what is driving the younger generation to wait until their late 20's for marriage and children compared to even twenty minutes ago.

Genre: Comedy, Romance, Facts, Graphs, Poles, Reddit

# of Pages: 277

Did you like the book? Why? I enjoyed reading this. After every chapter I reflected back and thought to myself "Yeah I can see where their going with this."  It was nice to know that there are people all over the world going through the struggles of meeting someone.

Was this book made into a movie? No.

Would you recommend it? I would recommend it to the modern aged reader who wants to know more about how dating and all the topics that revolve around it has changed because of cell phones and computers. 

Book #13 : Where They Found Her by Kimberly McCreight

Dates read:  May 4th - May 17th

Summary: After being assigned to report on a crime scene reporter Molly Anderson finds out that there is more to the story than meets the eye. Over coming her depression and slowly getting back into the work force and being their for her family Molly has to decide if this story is worth the heart ache or if it is exactly what she needs to get closure on a personal matter. 

Genre: Mystery, Drama, Crime, Relationships, Secrets, Lies

# of Pages: 336

Did you like the book? Why? I did like this book. I have been more into crime dramas lately and this one did not disappoint. I read a bit here and there but today I finally had time to sit and read the rest of it - to good to put down. It does jump from character to character a bit but it is all vital information for big reveal/twist in the end.

Was this book made into a movie? No.

Would you recommend it? I would recommend it to anyone who likes crime dramas and needs a book for traveling. 

Book #12 : The Wicked Will Rise by Danielle Paige

Dates read:  April 22nd - April 30th

Summary: Following the events in "Dorothy Must Die" Amy Gumm must get the three objects the Wizard has asked of her : the Lion's courage, the Tinman's heart and the Scarecrows brain. Only with these items will Amy be able to kill Dorothy. Conflict after conflict keeps getting into Amy's way and with the old magic returning to Oz Amy isn't so sure if she knows who she is anymore.

Genre: Sequel, Young Adult, Fantasy, FairyTale, Dark Matter

# of Pages: 293

Did you like the book? Why? I didn't like it. Even though I read it in a short amount of time I really did not like this book. The only reason why was because of the writing, it was very repetitive and it made the characters from the first book seem more prissy/annoying. I was very disappointed in this book.

Was this book made into a movie? No.

Would you recommend it? I would only recommend it if you've followed along with the series and wanted to read to find out what happens (rather than look online.)

Book #11 : I Must Say: My Life As A Humble Comedy Legend by Martin Short

Dates read: April 8th - April 21st 

Summary: Martin Short brings us his autobiography in only a way he can, through laughter and life lessons. From growing up in Hamilton to filming SCTV to marrying the love of his life Marty doesn't hold back on the true and lessons he's learned over his life.

Genre: Biography, Life, Love, Loss, Career, Acting, Movies, Tv

# of Pages: 317

Did you like the book? Why? I enjoy reading actors biographies when they are written by them, it feels like you are having a conversation with them rather than someone who researched them. It took me a bit longer to read because I did not dedicate a lot of time to reading this past month, which is very bad of me. It has nothing to do with the book itself, the book was an amazing read.

Would you recommend it? I would recommend it to anyone who is a fan of Marty or enjoys reading about other people's lives. 

Book #10 : As You Wish by Cary Elwes with Joe Layden

Dates read: March 27th-April 6th

Summary: Written by Cary Elwes (one of the main actors in the movie), "As You Wish" tells the story of how "The Princess Bride" was created from auditions, filming, set design, director inputs and stories from the cast and crew at their twenty-five year reunion special. This book if full of intrigue to comedic laughter! 

Genre: Biography, True Life, Movie, Behind the Scenes 

# of Pages: 247

Did you like the book? Why? Being a big fan of the movie I loved reading this book. It gave the point of view of Cary throughout the movie from audition to filming/acting and the success of the movie as well. 

Was this book made into a movie? This book tells the behind the scenes information for the movie "The Princess Bride".

Would you recommend it? I would recommend it to anyone who is a fan of the movie, if you're not you may not find it that interesting to read.