Shelby King is a scribe like her mom while her sister Christina is a caster like their dad. Christina is the best caster in their school and their mom and dad are powerful as well but poor Shelby’s magic is not any good. Shelby use to write spells for her sister just like her mom does for her dad but since her spells always back fires Christina will have nothing to do will her spells.

Then one day this guy in Christina’s class starts talking to Shelby and wants to hang out with her. He wants Shelby to scribe for him. Shelby wants to be with him so bad that she agrees but she fails to mention to him that her spells are not any good. Shelby starts sneaking out at night to meet Jeremiah along with some of his buddies to participate in some illegal spell casting battles.

Everyone thinks that Shelby should be as powerful as Christina although they know that she is not but they give her a hard time at school anyway always picking on her about it and putting her down. Shelby gets tired of it all and rebels by going with Jeremiah to the illegal spell battles.

But something changes within Shelby something that she doesn’t understand or can explain but it may just cost Christina and Shelby their futures and put them in a world of trouble if anyone finds out what has happen or what she has done. Can Shelby fix her mistake before it is too late?

When I read the summary for Spell Book & Scandal I knew I had to read it. I had to know more about scribes and casters. The whole time I was reading Spell Book & Scandal I kept thinking that it reminded me a lot of that old movie The Parent trap staring Brain Keith and that tv show Charm. I know that Shelby and Christina are not twins but they are sisters. I guess the reason it reminded of Charm is because they are three sisters that are witches.

Spell Book & Scandal has been an amazing journey. I loved watching these two sisters together. Fighting as sisters do but when it came time to dig out the big guns they had each other’s backs. I can’t wait to read more about these two as well as some of the other characters as well.

This book is about Lou, a currently unemployed person who has no idea what to do with her life, and a surprise vacation to Scotland. Intermingled with modern day Scotland, we have the Scotland of the 1500's and specifically Isobel Key. I loved how the story was intertwined and things from the past had relevance in the 'here and now'. I also enjoyed how Lou grew and changed as the story goes along and becomes more self-confident. Intriguing story and with a splash of mystery and romance. Really enjoyed it.

 

Merissa
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Camie is an art major on a full scholarship. But she meets and falls for Jim and he breaks her heart. Her studies suffer and she is on academic probation and had to get a loan for more classes until her grades come back up to where they are suppose to be. She takes a little money from the loan and goes to Paris. She meets Hunter at the airport where he thinks she is trying to take his luggage.

I liked the story and plot it felt like you were right there. I like the characters but was not happy with Hunter when he took Camie's virginity the way he did. But the rest of the novella was worth reading I recommend.

I received an ARC of this story for an honest review

 

Welcome to this week’s Two for Thursday Book Blitz #T4T presented by Month9books/Tantrum Books!

 

Today, we will be showcasing two titles that may tickle your fancy, and we’ll share what readers have to say about these titles!

You just might find your next read!

 

This week, #T4T presents to you:

The Red Magic series by Jen McConnel!

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Witches must choose the path they will follow, and DarlenaAgara is no exception. She’s been putting it off long enough, and in her case, ignoring it has not made it go away. In a moment of frustration, Darlena chooses to follow Red Magic, figuring she had outsmarted the powers that be, since there’s no such thing as Red Magic. But alas, Darlena’s wrong (again) and she becomes a newly declared Red Witch.

 

Her friends are shocked and her parents horrified by the choice Darlena has made. As a Red Witch, she now governs one third of the world’s chaos. She is the walking personification of pandemonium, turmoil, and bedlam, just as the patrons of Red Magic would have it to be.

 

But Darlena believes there must be more to Red Magic than chaos and destruction, and she sets out on a journey to achieve balance. Only doing so puts her at odds with the dark goddess Hecate, who simply will not allow Darlena to quit. She encourages Darlena to embrace who and what she is and to leave good magic to the good witches. If only Darlena could, life would be simple, and she would not be the Daughter of Chaos.

 

DAUGHTER OF CHAOS is the first in a YA paranormal trilogy.

 

 

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WHAT READER’S ARE SAYING:

 

“At the beginning, this novel is reminiscent of other popular fantasy novels like the Harry Potter series by J. K. Rowling and the Percy Jackson series by Rick Riordan, but it quickly takes on a life of its own that will appeal to science fiction, fantasy, and young adult fans alike. Darlena’s struggles mirror issues that many teens face, making her a relate-able and likable main character. This is a title with wide appeal that will fly off the shelves.” – Voya Magazine

 

“Daughter of Chaos by Jen McConnel is a refreshing twist to the YA paranormal genre!” – Dianne, Tome Tender

 

“Witches and Greek gods! This seriously couldn't get any better.” – Kelly Hashway,Author

 

The gods of chaos cannot be trusted.

 

Since battling her best friend, Darlena’s grip on Red Magic has been shaky. She heads to Scotland after the Winter Solstice in search of another Red Witch.

On a sightseeing excursion with girls from her hostel, Darlena arrives at The Vaults, a mysterious underground city beneath Edinburgh. But there is something there that make Darlena’s instincts go haywire, as she lets loose a defensive burst of Red Magic, putting everyone around her in danger.

 

If there was ever a time when Darlena needed the help of another Red witch, it was now. But beware the witch who wields Red Magic.

 

 

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WHAT READER’S ARE SAYING:

 

“I think I'm in love. This book had a totally different ending than what i thought it was. I was honestly surprised.” – Goodreads Reviewer

 

“'Gods of Chaos' is the phenomenal second installment in a young adult paranormal series.” – Stephanie, A Dream Within A Dream

 

“There are many twists and turns in this book. The ending was totally unexpected and completely epic.” – Intellectual Vixens

 

 

Jen McConnel now lives and writes in the beautiful state of North Carolina. When she isn't crafting worlds of fiction, she teaches writing composition at a community college. Once upon a time, she was a middle school teacher, a librarian, and a bookseller, but those are stories for another time.

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What Happens in London - Jen McConnel I loved it! Set in London, it is a short story about a girl escaping from her past and finding new adventures abroad. It is novella so the abrupt ending was expected. Story is good and I also liked both main characters, Sarah and Carson. I can't wait to read rest of the books. :)