Review/Giveaway: Fairy Metal Thunder [Songs of Magic #1] by J.L. Bryan

Fairy Metal Thunder
[Songs of Magic #1]
J.L. Bryan
Released: September 16th 2011 by CreateSpace
( Barnes & Noble / Goodreads )

Jason plays guitar in a teenage garage band called the Assorted Zebras, but they have no fans and no gigs, and they're going nowhere. Even worse, Jason has a crush on the lead singer, but she already has a near-perfect boyfriend.

One night, Jason steals enchanted instruments from the fairy world. Suddenly (with a little help from YouTube) every kid in the Midwest is crazy about the Assorted Zebras.

The fairy instruments drive the crowds wild, but the new gear is brimming with dangerous and destructive magic. The band struggles to gain control of their instruments and avoid the supernatural bounty hunters sent by Queen Mab of Faerie to track them down, all while trying to finally land their first gig.
-Goodreads

*An eBook was provided to me by the author for review purposes* 

Thoughts/Review:

As a huge fan of the Jenny Pox trilogy I couldn’t wait to read the first book in J.L. Bryan’s newest series.  Though it is aimed at a younger audience than the Jenny Pox trilogy was, I loved it no less.  One thing I that caught my eye [or ear] the most was the huge aspect the music played in this story. It was incredible to see what a little fairy magic could do to a group of kids. This story is a fast paced read you can’t put down until all is said and done. But be ready for an ending that will leave you hanging in the best possible way.

Just like in his previous books, falling for J.L. Bryan’s characters was an easy feat. Right as the book opened up I knew I was going to love Jason. I mean, how could you not like someone writing a love song for the person he is pining over?! Then once the whole band [who are named The Assorted Zebras by the way] was introduced I was a goner. Each and every character made me crack up in one way or another and I just loved watching the relationship that Jason and Erin did have develop. But what really got this story going was Jason’s little sister Katie [whom I adored!] and his journey into Faerie World. The descriptive writing that J.L. provides us with was so fun to read while he was discovering Faerie.

Another thing I thought was really nifty about this book were the few chapters told from the Fairy’s point of view. You know, the Fairy that Jason stole the instruments from? I wasn’t expecting this but it was interesting to see what she went through after Jason just nabbed her instruments and ran. You also got a lot more background on the faerie world that J.L. had built and I have a feeling it will all come together even more in book two. While I am talking about Faerie World, I can’t tell you how much I loved Grizlemor  [who is a Goblin]. He is the one who opened up Jason’s eyes to the world of the Fae and man he had me rolling. I don’t think I have ever enjoyed a dirty goblin more, if ever.

Overall this book is a fun ride to get lost in. Though I despised Jason’s parents I loved everyone else that graced the pages of this musical journey. J.L. Bryan’s witty remarks and fun dialog keep the book moving along and by the time you are on the last page it just doesn’t seem possible. Like I said before, be ready for this ending! You will be surprised at how fast you actually read the book and will be left saying ‘What?! Really?! Where is book two?! I need it NOW!’ I can’t wait to see how Jason’s world will continue to warp in the coming books, and I highly suggest you find out what The Assorted Zebras are all about.

Rating:

★★★★

Four Fabulous Stars

[Get ready to rock the house down]

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Giveaway

Okay, now when J.L. Bryan provided me with a copy of this book he was SO kind as to thrown in another copy of the eBook for one of you to enjoy! Exciting right?! Just fill out the info below to enter to win! Good luck! [:

Waiting On Wednesday [7]

Waiting on Wednesday is a weekly meme hosted by Jill over at Breaking The Spine. Each Wednesday we pick a book that we can't wait to get our paws on and share it with the rest of you! Want to play along? Just head over to Jill's site for all the info! This weeks pick has had my eye for a few weeks now. When I browse on Goodreads I always seem to stumble over it and every time I re-read the synopsis I fall more in love with it. Want to know what it is? Well check it out!

This weeks Waiting On Wednesday pick is...

Something Like Normal

Trish Doller

Release Date: June 19th 2012

A powerful debut novel about a young Marine's return home from Afghanistan and the new life and love he finds while fending off the ghosts of war.

When Travis Stephenson returns home from Afghanistan, his parents are on the brink of divorce, his brother has stolen his girlfriend and his car, and nightmares of his best friend getting killed keep him completely spooked. But when he runs into Harper Gray, a girl who despises him for trashing her reputation with a middle school lie, life actually starts looking up. As Travis and Harper see more of each other, he starts falling for her and a way through the family meltdown, the post-traumatic stress, and the possibility of an interesting future begins to emerge.

His sense of humor, sense of his own strength, and incredible sense of honor make Travis an irresistible and eminently lovable hero in this fantastic and timely debut novel.
-Goodreads

Why I Can't Wait

I can't wait because this book is real. It is a problem that sometimes befall someone who went off to serve his country. Go away normal, come back and everything is messed up. Needless to say I can't wait to read Travis's story. Yeah Travis! As in a YA romance with a male lead. Hell yes. I love a good come back and this seems like it will be an emotional ride to it. I have also been on a contemporary kick lately so this fits my bill. I just keep looking at that June release date and bite my nails. Countdowns are in order here people. Also I have kinda read the reviews on goodreads so I KNOW this book will just blow me away. I just, is it June yet?!

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What do you guys think? Better yet, what are you waiting on this Wednesday? Leave me your own Waiting On Wednesday link or just comment below and let me know. I want to see what has you sitting on the edge of your seat.

Teaser Tuesday [6]

Teaser Tuesday is a weekly meme hosted by MizB from over at Should Be Reading. It is a great way to tease your fellow readers with the book[s] you are currently reading. Because everyone loves a good tease right? Well...most people. Sound fun?! Want to play along with the rest of us? Well you totally should! So go on, get to it! You know you want to. It is super simple, trust me!

Here is how you do it:

• Step 1: Grab your current read. 
• Step 2: Open to a random page. 
• Step 3: Share two (2) “teaser” sentences from somewhere on that page. Be careful not to include any spoilers so as not to ruin the book for others. 
• Step 4: Make sure to share the title and the author so other TT participants can add the book to their TBR piles!

 Wanderlove

Kirsten Hubbard

Release Date: March 13th, 2012

"You're always leaving." Liat turns to me. "He always leaves. Bria, why don't you stay awhile? Have a Cuba libre. Let the good boy go to bed."


Once Rowan and I are outside, he clears his throat a coule of times. I wait, feeling annoyed. "Don't stay out too late," he says finally. "This isn't the safest place in the world."
"I'll be fine," I insist, though now I'm a little spooked. "That's all?"

pg [138]

Uh, what can I say. That I already love this book? Because I totally do and I am not even that far in.It's been awhile since I read a traveling book and I have forgotten how much I love them. I feel like I am right there and jeez. You all are lucky I even made my way to my computer today! My nook and I have some quality bonding time to be done. ;] Make sure you check this book out folks. Click on the picture to head on over to goodreads and add it to your own TBR unless it is already there. Which it should be. You're going to be in for on heck of an adventure.

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Seriously people! Go add this one to your tbr list! I am only on page 86 but I'm hooked. What about you guys? Do you have a teaser to tease me with? Leave your own Teaser Tuesday link or just comment and tease me below. ;]

Musing Mondays [6]

It is that time again folks! Monday rolling around means that it is time for another fun edition of Musing Monday. Musing Monday is a weekly meme hosted by MizB from over at Should Be Reading. Each week there is a new book related question asked and we get to respond with witty remarks, or you know, regular ones... Either way, it is a great way to meet some new friends and find some new blogs worth following. [:

This Weeks Question Asks...

What is your favorite romantic book –or book that includes a love story? (an adult romance, young adult, kids’ story, anything)

Well... This question is pretty dang hard to answer seeing as I seem to fall in love with every single book I read. BUT there, of course, are a few that stand out among the crowd. So I am going to tell you what my top three favorite romance books are, because I really just can't pick one!

-The Truth About Forever by Sarah Dessen-

-Because of Low by Abbi Glines-

-Flat-Out Love by Jessica Park-

Yeah, so those three right there? Epic romantic reads. They changed my heart in their own little way and I will re-read them forever.

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What about you guys? What is your favorite romantic read ever? Leave me your own Musing Monday link or just comment below and let me know!

In My Mailbox [6]

In My Mailbox is a weekly meme hosted by The Story Siren. It is the one day of the week we get to share what we have bought/received/borrowed throughout the week. This week started out pretty slow but it ended with a bang. As in, I finally bought the nook cover I had been pining over and a few books I have been dying to read. I also recieved my book I won through Tara's 50 follower giveaway but I will say more about that later... Okay, enough with my babble! On to this weeks books!

For Review:

Bought/Swagg:

Pretty awesome books!

New Nook Cover!

The wonderful inside and some swag from the amazing Abbi Glines!

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So yeah, sorry for the crappy pictures! My wonderful camera ate up the batteries and I forgot to buy new ones. Maybe next week a pack of batteries will makes its way on my post. ;] But anyway, I was SUPER excited to receive both of these books that have been on my TBR for sometime. Thanks to Tara over at Tater's Tall Tails for The Statistical Probabilty of Love at First Sight! [I won her 50 follower giveaway that I mentioned last week] Also, LOOK at my new nook cover! I'm so digging it! All colorful and 70ish. The inside was probably my favorite thing about it, the blue and lime green rocks my socks off. ALSO I have pockets now! I can't tell you how much I have wanted that this past year. Lastly we have the wonderful swagg from Abbi Glines. Now I get to stare at Dank all day everyday. ;] Thanks Abbi!

Don't forget you can check out my review books this week by clicking the cover!

What did you get in your mailbox this week? Leave your own In My Mailbox link or just comment below and let me know! I would love to see what you acquired this week.