Cinder

Cinder: 9/10

In this modern retelling of Cinderella, Marissa Meyer adds her own special twist that will leave you craving more. Although Cinder is constantly being put down for being a cyborg, she constantly has people crawling to her for her mechanical skills, including Prince Charming himself. Cinder is a story similar to almost everyone's favorite fairy tale yet different in so many ways, giving it an edge on most books out on the market. Prince Charming truly is charming, and he will have you falling madly in love by the end of the book. 

Overall, Cinder is one of those few rare books that leaves the audience wanting more. Thankfully, Cinder is only one of the hit series The Lunar Chronicles. I recommend this book to anyone looking for something classic with a modern, dystopian twist on it. 

The Alchemist

The Alchemist: 9.5/10

The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho taught me more about myself and life in 171 pages than I've learned throughout eighteen years. It's a simple story that holds a meaning as deep as a bottomless pit. As Santiago travels to the pyramids to live out his Personal Legend, he meets three life changing people. Each person teaches Santiago an important life lesson which translates into most people's lives. Coelho's brilliant novel is an instant classic that people from across the world have fallen in love with.

Although I have read this book three times, I have always learned something new. Through Santiago's journey you will find yourself feeling motivated to pursue those lost dreams you once had. I recommend this book to anyone looking for a sense of adventure, a self discovery, and an overall fantastic story.

The Hush Hush Saga

Hush, Hush: 7.5/10

Dark wings and a brooding manner has never looked as good as it does on Patch Cipriano. Hush, Hush by Becca Fitzpatrick is the ultimate bad meets good, yin-yang teen romance that leaves the others eating it's dust. When Patch walks into Nora's life, right and wrong collide and form the ultimate grey area, leaving the reader wanting more. Almost as soon as you pick up Hush, Hush, you will fall head over heels for Patch and his witty remarks, snarky attitude, and love for Nora. The Hush, Hush Saga is a quick read, and by the end of it your heart will have grown to three times its size.

Fitzpatrick takes the basic sci-fi fallen angel concept and gives it a new meaning. Although I was frustrated at parts during the saga, Hush, Hush redeems itself every time. I recommend this series to anyone who wants to divulge in a wild, sci-fi romance filled with adventure, sacrifice, and a lesson on what it truly means to be in love.

My Life Next Door

My Life Next Door: 8/10

My Life Next Door by Huntley Fitzpatrick is a cute, charming tale that will leave you looking for love. The relationship between Samantha and Jase is a summer love that every girl will envy and wish for on a passing star. When Samantha's picture-perfect life collides with Jase's chaotic family, sparks will be thrown out the window and fireworks will erupt in the sky. Throughout the novel, little snags along the way will have your heart yearning for these two star-crossed lovers to reunite, stronger than ever. 

Fitzpatrick creates the perfect love story that every romantic at heart will want to live out. You may even find yourself sitting on your roof and looking at your neighbor's house, wishing that the Garretts would move in next door. I recommend this book to anyone looking for a summer love story that will satisfy your romantic heart. 

Six of Crows

Six of Crows: 9/10

Laugh, cry, celebrate, and plot with Kaz Brekker and his band of criminals in Six of Crows by Leigh Bardugo. You will be hanging onto Bardugo's every word as she flawlessly tells the story of the hardest prison break in imaginable. Led by Kaz Brekker, the Dregs must formulate a plan to save the world, and more importantly, earn 30 million kruge. Being the only ones stupid enough to try, six unlikely people band together and attempt to break into the ice court. Join Dirtyhands, the Wraith, a Heartrender, a sharpshooter, a runaway, and a convict on a journey filled with daring plots, sarcastic remarks, and a newfound sense of loyalty. 

Six of Crows is a tale told from the viewpoint of criminals yet exposes a heartfelt sense of loyalty, love, and fear. Throughout the book, I felt myself constantly relating to the characters and falling in love (mostly with Kaz Brekker). Although I was skeptical at first glance, Six of Crows quickly dug its way into my heart as I felt myself wanting to join the Dregs. I recommend this book to anyone looking for a story like none other and a book that is almost impossible to put down.