I like both of these covers. However, I feel like the left one has something special about it, while the right one looks a little too much like all the other YA covers out there.
Now let's check out some covers from other languages!
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Showing posts with label Ruby Red. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Ruby Red. Show all posts
Thursday, March 28, 2013
Cover Compare (5): Ruby Red
I like both of these covers. However, I feel like the left one has something special about it, while the right one looks a little too much like all the other YA covers out there.
Now let's check out some covers from other languages!
Tuesday, November 13, 2012
Favourite Book Trailers
Before I started Megan Likes Books, I had no idea that book trailers even existed. I would just go to the store, pick out a book with a pretty cover and an intriguing synopsis and pay my money. But, since I've started book blogging, I've started watching book trailers and the ones I've seen have run the gamut from absolutely amazing to completely dreadful (you know, the ones with words that appear with those annoying powerpoint animations in front of a background). So, here are some of my recent favourites!
1. Ruby Red by Kerstin Gier
Ok, so I'm probably a bit biased on this one, since I absolutely loved Ruby Red and have to influencing everyone I know to read it as well. Although, I do think the reader sounds a bit older than I imagined Gwen to sound. But it sounds so British!
2. Eve and Adam by Michal Grant and Katherine Applegate
I've heard good and bad things about this one, but the trailer is pretty!
3. Enclave by Ann Aguirre
I haven't read this series yet, but the trailer is so exciting!
4. What's Left of Me by Kat Zhang
I really can't wait to read this one. It sounds like such a cool idea.
5. Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children by Ransom Riggs
This is my favourite of the bunch. So creepy!
I'd love to hear what your favourite book trailers are!
1. Ruby Red by Kerstin Gier
Ok, so I'm probably a bit biased on this one, since I absolutely loved Ruby Red and have to influencing everyone I know to read it as well. Although, I do think the reader sounds a bit older than I imagined Gwen to sound. But it sounds so British!
2. Eve and Adam by Michal Grant and Katherine Applegate
I've heard good and bad things about this one, but the trailer is pretty!
3. Enclave by Ann Aguirre
I haven't read this series yet, but the trailer is so exciting!
4. What's Left of Me by Kat Zhang
I really can't wait to read this one. It sounds like such a cool idea.
5. Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children by Ransom Riggs
This is my favourite of the bunch. So creepy!
Tuesday, November 6, 2012
Review: Sapphire Blue
Info:
Title: Sapphire Blue (Ruby Red Trilogy #2)
Author: Kerstine Gier
Translator: Anthea Bell
Publisher: Henry Holt and Co
Publication Date: October 30, 2012
Blurb:
Gwen’s life has been a
rollercoaster since she discovered she was the Ruby, the final member of
the secret time-traveling Circle of Twelve. In between searching
through history for the other time-travelers and asking for a bit of
their blood (gross!), she’s been trying to figure out what all the
mysteries and prophecies surrounding the Circle really mean.
My Thoughts:
Gwen, Gideon, Lesley and company are back for more time-traveling adventures in the second book. Sapphire Blue was a great sequel to Ruby Red, which I absolutely loved. My love of Gwen continues in this installment. She's just so darn likeable. Even when she takes a few paragraphs to wallow in self-pity, it's somehow endearing, rather than annoying, like so many YA heroines. Maybe because it doesn't last long and because I know I would be doing the same thing!
A new character enters the story in Sapphire Blue: Xemerius the gargoyle demon. I loved Xemerius! He's really funny and I love his running commentary on everything. Another new character that we meet towards the end is Raphael, Gideon's little brother. While Raphael has inherited his big brother's good looks, he lacks Gideon's sense of duty and has little regards for rules. A very dangerous combination indeed and I'm certain we'll see more of Raphael in Emerald Green.
Gideon was a bit of a brat in this one. One minute he's hot, the next he's cold. There were definitely times that I wanted to give him a good shake! Despite how awkward this makes Gwen feel, I think she takes everything in stride, despite the wallowing in self-pity I mentioned above. And there's a bit of a revelation about Gideon's behaviour at the end, only to be followed by ANOTHER revelation in the prologue. I really can't wait for Emerald Green to come out so I can figure out exactly what's what.
And, there's some time travel fun, of course. Through Gwen's eyes, we learn that the eighteenth century perhaps wasn't as prim and proper as we all thought, at least in some social circles. And my opinion of Court Saint Germane has been cemented: all-around pompous ass! Also, Charlotte is so very hateable whenever she makes an appearance in Sapphire Blue. I always remind myself of how she must feel, but I still just want her to behave as nicely as everyone thinks she does.
Overall, Sapphire Blue was a lot of fun. I found that it lacked a little bit of the magic of Ruby Red, although I really can't put my finger on why. It's still a great read and I'm definitely looking forward to Emerald Green!
On the Cover:
Once again, the paperback cover is pretty, but I prefer the ARC cover, which is also the ebook cover. I think it's more unique and charming than simple a girl in a pretty dress.
Rating: 4.5 Hearts
Source: Received from Macmillian Children's via twitter.
Other Reviews for the Series: Ruby Red
Find the Book: Goodreads | Amazon
| The Book Depository
Find the Author: Goodreads | Website
Don't Just Take My Word For It: I'd So Rather Be Reading | Supernatural Snark | The Book Monsters
Title: Sapphire Blue (Ruby Red Trilogy #2)
Author: Kerstine Gier
Translator: Anthea Bell
Publisher: Henry Holt and Co
Publication Date: October 30, 2012
Blurb:
Gwen’s life has been a
rollercoaster since she discovered she was the Ruby, the final member of
the secret time-traveling Circle of Twelve. In between searching
through history for the other time-travelers and asking for a bit of
their blood (gross!), she’s been trying to figure out what all the
mysteries and prophecies surrounding the Circle really mean.
At
least Gwen has plenty of help. Her best friend Lesley follows every
lead diligently on the Internet. James the ghost teaches Gwen how to fit
in at an eighteenth century party. And Xemerius, the gargoyle demon who
has been following Gwen since he caught her kissing Gideon in a church,
offers advice on everything. Oh, yes. And of course there is
Gideon, the Diamond. One minute he’s very warm indeed; the next he’s
freezing cold. Gwen’s not sure what’s going on there, but she’s pretty
much destined to find out.
My Thoughts:
Gwen, Gideon, Lesley and company are back for more time-traveling adventures in the second book. Sapphire Blue was a great sequel to Ruby Red, which I absolutely loved. My love of Gwen continues in this installment. She's just so darn likeable. Even when she takes a few paragraphs to wallow in self-pity, it's somehow endearing, rather than annoying, like so many YA heroines. Maybe because it doesn't last long and because I know I would be doing the same thing!
A new character enters the story in Sapphire Blue: Xemerius the gargoyle demon. I loved Xemerius! He's really funny and I love his running commentary on everything. Another new character that we meet towards the end is Raphael, Gideon's little brother. While Raphael has inherited his big brother's good looks, he lacks Gideon's sense of duty and has little regards for rules. A very dangerous combination indeed and I'm certain we'll see more of Raphael in Emerald Green.
Gideon was a bit of a brat in this one. One minute he's hot, the next he's cold. There were definitely times that I wanted to give him a good shake! Despite how awkward this makes Gwen feel, I think she takes everything in stride, despite the wallowing in self-pity I mentioned above. And there's a bit of a revelation about Gideon's behaviour at the end, only to be followed by ANOTHER revelation in the prologue. I really can't wait for Emerald Green to come out so I can figure out exactly what's what.
And, there's some time travel fun, of course. Through Gwen's eyes, we learn that the eighteenth century perhaps wasn't as prim and proper as we all thought, at least in some social circles. And my opinion of Court Saint Germane has been cemented: all-around pompous ass! Also, Charlotte is so very hateable whenever she makes an appearance in Sapphire Blue. I always remind myself of how she must feel, but I still just want her to behave as nicely as everyone thinks she does.
Overall, Sapphire Blue was a lot of fun. I found that it lacked a little bit of the magic of Ruby Red, although I really can't put my finger on why. It's still a great read and I'm definitely looking forward to Emerald Green!On the Cover:
Once again, the paperback cover is pretty, but I prefer the ARC cover, which is also the ebook cover. I think it's more unique and charming than simple a girl in a pretty dress.
Rating: 4.5 Hearts
Source: Received from Macmillian Children's via twitter.
Other Reviews for the Series: Ruby Red
Find the Book: Goodreads | Amazon
| The Book DepositoryFind the Author: Goodreads | Website
Don't Just Take My Word For It: I'd So Rather Be Reading | Supernatural Snark | The Book Monsters
Thursday, November 1, 2012
Review: Ruby Red
Info:
Title: Ruby Red
Author: Kerstin Gier
Translator: Anthea Bell
Publisher: Square Fish
Publication Date: May 22, 2012 (first published 2009)
Blurb:
My Thoughts:
I really liked this book! I'm not sure what I expected going in, but I found it to be a very sweet and fun read. Gwyneth is a wonderful character and I thought the concepts of time travel were treated very well. I wasn't unnecessarily confused with a bunch of technical jargon. Instead, we see the world through the eyes of Gwyneth, who's being mainly kept in the dark about the whole thing, and learn as we move through the story.
As I said, Gwyneth is a really likeable and down-to-earth character and I connected with her almost immediately. She's just a normal teen thrust into some pretty crazy situations, but for the most part she takes everything in stride. Her male time-traveling counterpart, Gideon, is everything a YA love interest should be. He's snooty at first, but comes around to give Gwyneth the respect she deserves. My favourite character was Gwyneth's best friend Lesley. She is hilarious! In some YA books, I can't stand the best friend character, but Lesley is perfect. She is funny, but also really supportive of Gwyneth. I wish I was friends with both these girls.
I really enjoyed the plot of Ruby Red. Time travel, mixed with a secret society, mixed with even more secrets! There's a huge revelation at the end and I really can't wait to read Sapphire Blue to see what the heck is going to happen!
I think a lot of credit also needs to go to the translator, Anthea Bell. I haven't read a lot of books that weren't originally written in English, but I was really impressed with this one. Anthea Bell is able to make the story incredibly readable, lighthearted and humourous, which is I believe what Kerstin Gier was going for.
Overall, I loved this book and can't wait to read Sapphire Blue! Ruby Red is one of my favourite YA time-traveling novels I've read so far!
On the Cover:
The cover of my copy is very pretty, but I actually prefer the hardback cover (I couldn't find it at Chapters).
Rating: 5 Hearts
Source: Bought.
Find the Book: Goodreads | Amazon
| The Book Depository
Find the Author: Goodreads (everything else is in German)
Don't Just Take My Word For It:
The Starry-Eyed Revue | Read For Your Future | Nose In a Book
Title: Ruby Red
Author: Kerstin Gier
Translator: Anthea Bell
Publisher: Square Fish
Publication Date: May 22, 2012 (first published 2009)
Blurb:
Gwyneth Shepherd's sophisticated, beautiful cousin Charlotte has
been prepared her entire life for traveling through time. But
unexpectedly, it is Gwyneth, who in the middle of class takes a sudden
spin to a different era!
Gwyneth must now unearth the mystery of why her mother would lie about her birth date to ward off suspicion about her ability, brush up on her history, and work with Gideon--the time traveler from a similarly gifted family that passes the gene through its male line, and whose presence becomes, in time, less insufferable and more essential. Together, Gwyneth and Gideon journey through time to discover who, in the 18th century and in contemporary London, they can trust.
Gwyneth must now unearth the mystery of why her mother would lie about her birth date to ward off suspicion about her ability, brush up on her history, and work with Gideon--the time traveler from a similarly gifted family that passes the gene through its male line, and whose presence becomes, in time, less insufferable and more essential. Together, Gwyneth and Gideon journey through time to discover who, in the 18th century and in contemporary London, they can trust.
My Thoughts:
I really liked this book! I'm not sure what I expected going in, but I found it to be a very sweet and fun read. Gwyneth is a wonderful character and I thought the concepts of time travel were treated very well. I wasn't unnecessarily confused with a bunch of technical jargon. Instead, we see the world through the eyes of Gwyneth, who's being mainly kept in the dark about the whole thing, and learn as we move through the story.
As I said, Gwyneth is a really likeable and down-to-earth character and I connected with her almost immediately. She's just a normal teen thrust into some pretty crazy situations, but for the most part she takes everything in stride. Her male time-traveling counterpart, Gideon, is everything a YA love interest should be. He's snooty at first, but comes around to give Gwyneth the respect she deserves. My favourite character was Gwyneth's best friend Lesley. She is hilarious! In some YA books, I can't stand the best friend character, but Lesley is perfect. She is funny, but also really supportive of Gwyneth. I wish I was friends with both these girls.
I really enjoyed the plot of Ruby Red. Time travel, mixed with a secret society, mixed with even more secrets! There's a huge revelation at the end and I really can't wait to read Sapphire Blue to see what the heck is going to happen!
I think a lot of credit also needs to go to the translator, Anthea Bell. I haven't read a lot of books that weren't originally written in English, but I was really impressed with this one. Anthea Bell is able to make the story incredibly readable, lighthearted and humourous, which is I believe what Kerstin Gier was going for.Overall, I loved this book and can't wait to read Sapphire Blue! Ruby Red is one of my favourite YA time-traveling novels I've read so far!
On the Cover:
The cover of my copy is very pretty, but I actually prefer the hardback cover (I couldn't find it at Chapters).
Rating: 5 Hearts
Source: Bought.
Find the Book: Goodreads | Amazon
| The Book DepositoryFind the Author: Goodreads (everything else is in German)
Don't Just Take My Word For It:
The Starry-Eyed Revue | Read For Your Future | Nose In a Book
Saturday, October 27, 2012
Megan Likes (New) Books (5) / Reading Through My Bookshelf
Megan Likes (New) Books
Megan Likes (New) Books is a personalize weekly meme inspired by In My Mailbox, Stacking the Shelves and Book Haul where I show off the new books and bookish items I've received lately.
I'm sad to say that this week I fell off the book-buying-ban wagon. There's a story behind it and the moral is basically not to go to Chapters. To start things off, I was lucky enough to receive an ARC of Sapphire Blue by Kerstin Gier from Macmillan. Yay! But that meant that I needed to go pick up a copy of Ruby Red (book 1). This falls within one of the loopholes I built into the ban: I can buy books if they belong to a series that I already own a book from. So a trip to Chapters was in order. I was doing really well, ogling some pretty books nearby, but not being tempted. I almost made it past the sale table when I saw it. A hardback cover of The Unbecoming of Mara Dyer for $6. I've been wanted to read this one for ages, especially with The Evolution of Mara Dyer coming out. It was the last one on the table and I caved.
I'm back on the wagon now and finding it hard to feel too guilty.
Books:
Sapphire Blue - Kerstin Gier - Thanks Macmillan Children's!
Ruby Red - Kerstin Gier
The Unbecoming of Mara Dyer - Michelle Hodkin
eBooks:
Crewel - Gennifer Albin - Thanks to Faber & Faber and Netgalley!
Tempestuous - Kim Askew and Amy Helmes - Thanks to Merit Press and Netgalley
Midnight City - J. Barton Mitchell - Thanks St. Martin's Press and Netgalley!
* * *
Reading Through My Bookshelf
Last Weeks Status: 60
Incoming Books: 3
Books Completed: 0
Current Status: 63
Still creeping up. Ruby Red and Sapphire Blue are next on my list though and I'm hoping to make a dent during Christmas holidays.
Megan Likes (New) Books is a personalize weekly meme inspired by In My Mailbox, Stacking the Shelves and Book Haul where I show off the new books and bookish items I've received lately.
I'm sad to say that this week I fell off the book-buying-ban wagon. There's a story behind it and the moral is basically not to go to Chapters. To start things off, I was lucky enough to receive an ARC of Sapphire Blue by Kerstin Gier from Macmillan. Yay! But that meant that I needed to go pick up a copy of Ruby Red (book 1). This falls within one of the loopholes I built into the ban: I can buy books if they belong to a series that I already own a book from. So a trip to Chapters was in order. I was doing really well, ogling some pretty books nearby, but not being tempted. I almost made it past the sale table when I saw it. A hardback cover of The Unbecoming of Mara Dyer for $6. I've been wanted to read this one for ages, especially with The Evolution of Mara Dyer coming out. It was the last one on the table and I caved.
I'm back on the wagon now and finding it hard to feel too guilty.
Books:
Sapphire Blue - Kerstin Gier - Thanks Macmillan Children's!
Ruby Red - Kerstin Gier
The Unbecoming of Mara Dyer - Michelle Hodkin
eBooks:
Crewel - Gennifer Albin - Thanks to Faber & Faber and Netgalley!
Tempestuous - Kim Askew and Amy Helmes - Thanks to Merit Press and Netgalley
Midnight City - J. Barton Mitchell - Thanks St. Martin's Press and Netgalley!
* * *
Reading Through My Bookshelf
Last Weeks Status: 60
Incoming Books: 3
Books Completed: 0
Current Status: 63
Still creeping up. Ruby Red and Sapphire Blue are next on my list though and I'm hoping to make a dent during Christmas holidays.
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