DNF: Bees of Mist

Author: Erick Setiawan
Published: August 4th 2009
Publisher: Simon & Schuster
ISBN: 9781416596240

Of Bees and Mist is an engrossing fable that chronicles three generations of women under one family tree and places them in a mythical town where spirits and spells, witchcraft and demons, and prophets and clairvoyance are an everyday reality.

Meridia grows up in a lonely home until she falls in love with Daniel at age sixteen. Soon, they marry, and Meridia can finally escape to live with her charming husband’s family—unaware that they harbor dark mysteries of their own. As Meridia struggles to embrace her life as a young bride, she discovers long-kept secrets about her own past as well as shocking truths about her new family that push her love, courage, and sanity to the brink.

Erick Setiawan’s astonishing debut is a richly atmospheric and tumultuous ride of hope and heartbreak that is altogether touching, truthful, and memorable.

MY THOUGHTS

I was not able to finish this book due to the fact that I had trouble following it. It was not the story line it was the fact that it seemed to not be as easy for me to read as others. This book is not in the YA genre and it is more in the adult genre as far as the intelligence that was put in it. I want to thank TLC book tours for providing me with a copy of the book. Please give this book a chance and let me know what you think. It has great potential if only I had the smarts to read it ;]

XOXO,

{CLOSED} 20th Birthday/ 300+ Follower Giveaways!!! {CLOSED}

  FINAL UPDATE #4


This will be my last update before winners will be drawn Sunday or Monday! So far I have gained a surplus of +169 followers! That is a huge amount. In order for me to send off these packages to the winners I will have to use my hard earn birthday money. If there is any left due to the fact that I have to buy a new phone. 


Please help me out by donating. For every $1 you donate you will receive 2 extra entries and for every person that says you sent them who donates you will receive +2 entries for every $1 they donate. 


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 Winner will receive a copy of Minder by Kate Kaynak



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UPDATE #3


I have gained a total of 110 followers since November 1st! So that means TWO more giveaways will be posted!

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One winner will receive one and another will receive the other. These are two separate giveaways.


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UPDATE #2


I have gained another +10 which brings the total to +55 since starting.

Winner will receive a brand new HB copy of this book!


Thanks to Kelley for donating this book.

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 UPDATE #1

WOOHOO! I have gathered +45 followers since starting the giveaway. You all know what that means: Another fabulous prize will be added!

 Winner will receive a finished HB copy of this book!

Thanks to Simon and Schuster for the donation

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I decided to change my plans a wee bit. I had decided at first to post a giveaway a day, but then I got to thinking and realized how hard that would be according to my schedule. So I decided to post them all on this post and have you enter whichever you want.

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Happy Reading!

Guest Post = Get Lit: 10 Great Gift Ideas for Book Lovers

Get Lit: 10 Great Gift Ideas for Book Lovers

Book worms can be the hardest people to shop for.  It seems like if someone loves books, you should just be able to stroll into your local bookstore, pick up that new glossy hardcover, and your shopping is done.  The problem, of course, is that its nearly impossible to pick out something that it to that reader's tastes or that they haven't already read.  But this list is meant to help you find the perfect gift, before the huge rush of holiday shoppers (online shopping is a great alternative, too).

1. E-reader.  Ok, a Kindle or Nook might be out of some people's price range, but I don't know any avid reader who doesn't secretly want to try out paperless technology.  E-readers also give you the option of two-gifts-in-one, by loading a few of your favorites onto the reader prior to wrapping, or including a gift certificate in the box so the reader doesn't have to wait to buy some of their favorites. 
2. Bookmarks.  These are probably a better stocking stuffer than gift, but please point one one reader who always has a sturdy bookmark at their immediate disposal.  Most readers use scrap paper or whatever is most handy (and don't even get me started on dog-earing pages).  A few themed bookmarks, like the ones here at Amazon.com, will be greatly appreciated. 
3. A funny t-shirt.  These are not only all the rage at the moment, but if you find one that perfectly fits the tastes of the reader, they'll be sure to wear it proudly.  Shirts with anything from Dr. Seuss to Jane Austen can be found on the internet.  
4. A journal or blank book.  Chances are a reader will also like writing, and there is also a good chance they never spring for that beautiful, leather bound, embossed journal for themselves, which makes it the ideal gift.  This journal will suit a guy or girl reader.  In fact, www.paper-source.com is a great place to find gifts for everyone on your list.  
5. "This Book Belongs to..." These book plates come as stamps, stickers, book inserts, even metal plates.  A monogrammed book plate, or one with a theme you know the reader will love, makes an excellent gift for someone with their own personal library.  Etsy.com is a great place for home-made, high quality gifts like this. 
6. A book light.  Every reader needs one - in fact, partners of every reader needs one!  You can pick up a book light on its own, or for a funny and useful gift, many Snuggies come with a book light, too!
7. Book ends.  Avid readers are bound to have stacks of books piling up in all corners of the house, and book ends are a great way to turn an empty area into a space that is meant to hold books.  If you can find a book end in a theme you know the reader will love, even better.  Amazon.com is a great place to find a variety of funny and artistic book ends.  
8. Book tote bag.  This might seem like a silly gift, but avid readers know that hauling around their current reading list in a normal bag is a pain - mostly in your arms and shoulders.  A well-made, sturdy bag big enough to hold the Collected Works of (fill in favorite author here) is a lifesaver.  Bags with fun prints are always a hit.
9. Collected works or boxed sets.  If the reader on your gift list has a favorite author or series, they will be sure to love the boxed set, collectors edition, or even a signed copy of the work.  This might take a little research on your end, but the joy on their face will be worth it.  Amazon.com is still the best place to find anything book-related.  
10. Gift Certificates.  Some people hate giving gift certificates because they feel impersonal, tacky, or lazy.  But the truth is, readers are so picky that they often prefer gift certificates!  For a more personal touch, get a gift certificate to their favorite local or used book store, or tuck the gift card into any of the other reader gifts on this list.  You can even buy them online at Amazon.com, BarnesandNoble.com, or Borders.com.

Jillian Gile is a guest blogger for An Apple a Day and a writer on earning your online nursing degree  for the Guide to Health Education.