Holiday + Its been two years!




Hey everyone! I'll be setting off for the airport in 2 hours, but I didn't want to leave before I filled you guys in. I'm going to Pakistan for 6 weeks. And although I'm a little anxious (I watch the news, and shit, I'm a little freaked out, but we live in safe area, thank god.) A big part of me is just full on curious. It's been 10 years since I went there, or on any holiday and I need a change of scenery. I just woke up so try not to mind if I start rambling a little.

Thankfully, I finished up all the packing last night but I spent until 5am doing so. Which means I'm more tired today than I should be. But it's nothing that a quick fix of tea can't fix up. So, I was contemplating what books to take with me. Not only for the plane ride, but because my cousins obviously go to school or might be busy with school work at times, and I need something to pre - occupy me. On the other hand, they'll want me to spend a lot of time with them. Liking my 'me' time, I'm going to have to get used to having a lot of children around!    

On another note, I've been blogging for 2 years! Wow. That's heck of a time. :D LOL. I am never any good at this blogiversary thing! I think this is the part where I say that it really doesn't feel like 2 years, but it kinda does. And that's not a bad thing at all. I'm very aware of every post I wrote and posted. And I hold on to those memories.     


These are the books I have in my suitcase right now.



  • Jellicoe Road By Melina Marchetta. (This was a must) I need some favourites that I wouldn't mind reading more than once. So Jellicoe Road was the first book that came to mind and the first I packed. (it's in the handbag)

  • Matched By Ally Condie. I recall really liking this one, BUT EVERYONE ELSE IS LIKE. 'noooooo' so I'm going to re -read it to see what everyone is talking about. :P

  • Swim the Fly. I hear it's hilarious and I can do with something to make me giggle. Might read this one on the plane.

  • The Summer I Turned Pretty By Jenny Han. You remember what it felt like the first time you read this. The butterflies that took you by surprise, the silly grin you cannot for the life of you wipe off. And so much swooning. It's the best out of the series, so it was one that I instantly picked.

  • The Sky Is Everywhere By Jandy Nelson. Do I need to even explain? 

  •  The Red Lotus By Pai Kit Fai. This one's going to be in my handbag to read on the way. I have no idea what to expect but it's been on my shelf for a while. Time I cracked this one open

  • Fall For Anything By Courtney Summers. Heck yes, I am ready to indulge in the awesomeness that is Summers.


The Problem? There are only two books in this list that I have not read!!! I might regret it later, but I couldn't leave behind some of my favourites, I just couldn't.



My uncle did say that he'll have the Internet set up by the time we get there. But since all my family is there, I'm thinking the time when I'll be able to sneak on a few minutes on here may be during the night.    

And that, folks, is all for now. I'll try to keep you all posted. I might even include some pictures throughout the weeks. Happy reading everyone! <3

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BR - Pure By Julianna Baggott




  • Paperback: (ARC) 431 pages
  • Publisher: Headline (2 Feb 2012) Age Range: Young Adult  Genre: Dystopia:Post Apocalyptic   Source: Publisher


Rating: 3.5

This is a bit of a tricky book for me. Originally, I struggled with it, and I contemplated setting this one aside. I'm glad I went ahead with it anyway. It may have not really kicked in for me until the second half but I do think it was worth it.

The premise is truly frightening and the book can be disturbing at parts. You know, it's hardly gory or anything of the sort, but some of the things they have to go through and the way these innocent people have suffered is pretty traumatising.

When I think of Aribelle and Sedge and her granddad, I mean my heart just goes out to them. Of course everyone is a victim here but I think it was these three who touched me most. It's funny, how they seemed to reduce me nearly to tears although I hardly know them.

Each character holds their own in this novel. Sometimes, we are a little frustrated at lack of characterisation and then let it slide reminding ourselves that it's the first book in the series, surely we will get to know them more during the future instalments? This book shows that there should be no such excuse. There may be characters that you'd like to know a little more but that connection is there, there is enough depth to them to make you truly care.

If I had to pick two favourite characters, it would have to be El Capitan and Bradwell. Although El Captian is originally on a very different side, he shows real compassion towards a girl he hardly knows when he doesn't have to, when it goes against everything that he is a part of. How can you not admire that about a man? Also, I found it interesting how he dealt with his younger brother who is forever fused to him. Bradwell is a real swoon magnet. The funny thing is, he's not made out to be gorgeous or anything, but there's definitely something very attractive about him. A girl can admire a strong, brave man, right? It's so lovely how you watch as him and Pressia start to become more aware of each other. I absolutely love how the author really takes her time with these two. How Bradwell simply touching her hair, or embracing her could fill me with such warmth and happiness. Sometimes the subtle gestures can mean so much more. Lyda and Partridge kind of fell into the background whenever the other two were around. Unfortunately, for me, personally, they just didn't stand out as much.

Of course, let's not forget the cool moments. Once a few things were revealed I was pretty psyched! Ermm, can I just give Glassings a shout-out! He is so freaking awesome.

A part of me just can't help but wish that it was a standalone. It would have been so much more satisfying if they could have just fit it all in one book. Series tend me make me weary. Although I ended up liking the book and being glad that I continued reading it, it wasn't the most easy reading experience out there, and for that reason I can't guarantee that this will be for everyone. I'm not sure how I feel about reading the future books. I think that will have to be decided when it is time.

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