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Stacking the Shelves [40]

Stacking The Shelves, hosted by Tynga’s Reviews, is all about sharing the books you are adding to your shelves, may it be physical or virtual. This means you can include books you buy in physical store or online, books you borrow from friends or the library, review books, gifts and of course ebooks!

I LOVE the books I got this week. ;D

Bought:
Elegy (Watersong #4) by Amanda Hocking
The Distance Between Us by Kasie West
Star Cursed (The Cahill Witch Chronicles #2) by Jessica Spotswood
Awaken (Abandon Trilogy #3) by Meg Cabot
Rush (The Game #1) by Eve Silver
Falling Kingdoms (Falling Kingdoms #1) by Morgan Rhodes & Michelle Rowen

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As you can see, I got so many great books this week! :D
I got both Elegy and Star Cursed from Strandbooks for 50% off.
I immediately bought The Distance Between Us the day after it was released.
As for Awaken, Rush, and Falling Kingdoms, my friend bought them three for me. :D

In My Mailbox:
Dirty Little Secret by Jennifer Echols

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I won Dirty Little Secret from Goodreads. You should have seen my face when I saw that I’ve won an ARC – I was legit screaming in happiness. Hopefully I’ll love Dirty Little Secret almost as much as I loved Going Too Far.

For Review:
A Tale of Two Centuries (My Super Sweet Sixteenth Century #2) by Rachel Harris

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Even though I’ve never read the first book in the series, hopefully I’ll get everything that’s going on!

That’s all for this week! What books did you guys get?

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-Kelly

Posted by Kelly on 7-06-13 · 63 Comments
Categories: stacking the shelves

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  1. Chrissi Reads says

    7-06-13 at 6:44 AM

    Looks like you’ve got a great selection of books. I really want to read The Distance Between Us. Happy Reading :-)
    Chrissi Reads recently posted…Stacking The Shelves #26My Profile

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    • Kelly says

      7-07-13 at 3:01 PM

      I can’t wait to start The Distance Between Us either! If only I can snap out of my weird book slump…
      Kelly recently posted…Summer Lovin’ Readathon: Day 7 – Alma MaterMy Profile

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  2. Nara says

    7-06-13 at 6:49 AM

    Pretty awesome that you won an ARC, because I got one this week as well (my first hardcopy one!) PARTY! (It’s not in my StS though, it’ll be in my next one :D) I’m really looking forward to The Distance Between Us, because Pivot Point was amazing. Hope you enjoy it :) Happy reading!
    Nara recently posted…Stacking the Shelves [10]My Profile

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    • Nara says

      7-06-13 at 6:53 AM

      Hmm…I just realised that comment made it sound like my ARC was of The Distance Between Us. It wasn’t haha. I’m just looking forward to The Distance Between Us because I have a copy of it and haven’t started reading it yet :)
      Nara recently posted…Stacking the Shelves [10]My Profile

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      • Kelly says

        7-07-13 at 3:04 PM

        Ohh, I can’t wait to see this mysterious ARC. You’ve got me so curious. ;D
        And ha ha ha, yeah, I thought you meant that at first. ;D
        Kelly recently posted…Summer Lovin’ Readathon: Day 7 – Alma MaterMy Profile

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  3. Jules says

    7-06-13 at 7:24 AM

    Wow! I love your haul Kelly! I haven’t even read the Watersong series yet, but it is in my TBR. :D
    Jules recently posted…Idle Chat: Where I read, When I read, How I readMy Profile

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    • Kelly says

      7-07-13 at 3:18 PM

      I think that the Watersong series is plain okay, but the covers are GORGEOUS.
      Kelly recently posted…Summer Lovin’ Readathon: Day 7 – Alma MaterMy Profile

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  4. Sandy says

    7-06-13 at 7:50 AM

    Wow! You got some really cool books. Rush and A Tale of Two Centuries sound especially cool. Nice haul and happy reading :)
    Sandy recently posted…Stacking the Shelves #6My Profile

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    • Kelly says

      7-07-13 at 3:22 PM

      I can’t wait to read them both when I snap out of my weird book slump! :D
      Kelly recently posted…Summer Lovin’ Readathon: Day 7 – Alma MaterMy Profile

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  5. Charlie says

    7-06-13 at 8:10 AM

    Hope you enjoy all of your books! I really want to read Rush, and Dirty Little Secret :P

    Charlie xx
    Charlie recently posted…Stacking the Shelves [21] & The Sunday Post [18]My Profile

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    • Kelly says

      7-07-13 at 3:24 PM

      I can’t wait to them both! Hopefully they’re as good as they look! :D
      Kelly recently posted…Summer Lovin’ Readathon: Day 7 – Alma MaterMy Profile

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  6. Sana @ artsy musings of a bibliophile says

    7-06-13 at 8:17 AM

    The Distance Between Us is an awesome, awesome book! A Tale of Two Centuries, woot. Also I really enjoyed Dirty Little Secret.

    I’ve yet to read Abandon. *starts looking for the book* How’s the series?
    Sana @ artsy musings of a bibliophile recently posted…Review: The Distance Between Us by Kasie WestMy Profile

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    • Kelly says

      7-07-13 at 3:28 PM

      I’m glad to hear that all three of them are great! :D
      The Abandon series is okay, not bad but not good either. However, the covers are GORGEOUS and that’s honestly all I want. I can just stare at the covers all day. :P
      Kelly recently posted…Summer Lovin’ Readathon: Day 7 – Alma MaterMy Profile

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  7. Grace Fonseca says

    7-06-13 at 8:32 AM

    You got an amazing haul this week. Falling Kingdoms was one of my favorite books from last year. I hope you love the book as much as I did. I’m anxiously awaiting to get the sequel.

    Grace
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    • Kelly says

      7-07-13 at 3:31 PM

      Yeah, I’ve heard that you LOVE Falling Kingdoms from twitter. :P
      And yeah, the cover of the sequel is GORGEOUS. I want it now!
      Kelly recently posted…Summer Lovin’ Readathon: Day 7 – Alma MaterMy Profile

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  8. Dianne says

    7-06-13 at 8:52 AM

    Kelly! I also got The Distance Between Us this week and I just about had to drop everything to read it. But I stopped myself because meh, TBR pile and reading schedule. I’ve read Dirty Little Secrets for a tour (review on Monday, heh). Congratulations! Hope you enjoy it more than I did. Looking forward to what you think of it. Happy reading! <3
    Dianne recently posted…{Blog Tour} Review: The Rules by Stacey KadeMy Profile

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    • Kelly says

      7-07-13 at 3:35 PM

      Yeah, the TBR pile and reading schedules ruin EVERYTHING. ):
      Oh no, I take it as you didn’t enjoy reading Dirty Little Secrets? Aww, that sucks, especially since I love Going Too Far and had hoped that it would be like Going Too Far.
      Kelly recently posted…Summer Lovin’ Readathon: Day 7 – Alma MaterMy Profile

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  9. Pam says

    7-06-13 at 9:03 AM

    Great haul! I have Falling Kingdoms but I haven’t read it yet. Have fun reading!
    Pam recently posted…Stacking the ShelvesMy Profile

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    • Kelly says

      7-07-13 at 3:37 PM

      Ohh, I can’t wait to hear your thoughts on Falling Kingdoms! I’ve had a borrowed copy for awhile now too. :P
      Kelly recently posted…Summer Lovin’ Readathon: Day 7 – Alma MaterMy Profile

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  10. Carmen B. says

    7-06-13 at 10:07 AM

    Yay for The Distance Between Us! I really have to get that one soon myself ^^
    Dirty Little Secret is great! I read it earlier this week and I want to get some of Jennifer Echols’ other books now.
    And I know I’ve said it before but I need to set foot into Strandbooks if I ever make it to NYC (probably next summer)!!
    Awesome haul, enjoy reading them Kelly!
    Carmen B. recently posted…Stacking the Shelves: assassins coldly faking it with ruthlessnessMy Profile

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    • Kelly says

      7-07-13 at 3:42 PM

      Read Jennifer Echols’ Going Too Far! It was one of the first young adult books I’ve read and it is SO. DAMN. GOOD. It’s still one of my top favorites, even after nearly a full year of blogging. :D
      Ohh, wait until you see he magic of Strandbooks! You won’t want to leave. ;D
      Kelly recently posted…Summer Lovin’ Readathon: Day 7 – Alma MaterMy Profile

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  11. Nick @ Nick's Book Blog says

    7-06-13 at 10:12 AM

    I’m currently reading A Tale of Two Centuries and I’m having a blast! You should totally read the first book in the series because it’s a lot of fun. I didn’t enjoy Dirty Little Secret very much, so I hope you like it!

    Enjoy your haul!
    Nick @ Nick’s Book Blog recently posted…Book Haul & Weekly Recap #28My Profile

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    • Kelly says

      7-07-13 at 4:00 PM

      I’ll read the first book in the series when I have time hopefully. My library’s copy of it is so dirty that I don’t want to borrow it. ):
      Aww. It sucks to hear that you didn’t enjoy Dirty Little Secret very much.
      Thanks! :D
      Kelly recently posted…Summer Lovin’ Readathon: Day 7 – Alma MaterMy Profile

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  12. Ailsa says

    7-06-13 at 10:19 AM

    Dirty Little Secret sounds like fun, I’d love to read that. And I was lucky enough to meet Jessica Spotswood & Michelle Rowan earlier this year, and both their books sound fab, so I hope you enjoy reading all these!
    You can check out my StS post here: The Book Bundle.
    ~Ailsa
    Ailsa recently posted…Independent Bookseller WeekMy Profile

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    • Kelly says

      7-07-13 at 4:06 PM

      I could have met Jessica Spotswood and Michelle Rowan this year too, but I was too lazy to go to that book signing because I was busy earlier that day. I’m regretting not attending. =3=
      Kelly recently posted…Summer Lovin’ Readathon: Day 7 – Alma MaterMy Profile

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  13. Charlotte says

    7-06-13 at 10:20 AM

    I am so jealous with you winning an ARC. For the life of me, I haven’t even won a single book giveaway. Luck. Luck. Luck. Good for your, Kelly.
    Charlotte recently posted…Stacking the ShelvesMy Profile

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    • Kelly says

      7-07-13 at 4:09 PM

      I’ve won some giveaways before, but I’m extremely happy to win Dirty Little Secret. I just LOVE Jennifer Echols’ Going Too Far.
      Don’t worry Charlotte, your time will come. (:
      Kelly recently posted…Summer Lovin’ Readathon: Day 7 – Alma MaterMy Profile

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  14. Charlotte @ Gypsy Reviews says

    7-06-13 at 10:20 AM

    Congrats! Winning a Goodreads giveaway is probably the hardest thing to do haha so really happy for you :) Woo hoo for The Distance Between Us! Hope you like it!
    Charlotte @ Gypsy Reviews recently posted…Summer Lovin’ Read-a-thon Day 6 – Hound DogMy Profile

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    • Kelly says

      7-07-13 at 4:22 PM

      Thank you Charlotte! I’m so happy! :D
      I hope I like it too! -crosses fingers-
      Kelly recently posted…Summer Lovin’ Readathon: Day 7 – Alma MaterMy Profile

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  15. Stacy Renee says

    7-06-13 at 10:28 AM

    I recently read Falling Kingdoms and while I liked it, I just really wished it had been a stand alone novel or that more had happened in the book. I can’t wait for the second one to come out in Dec.
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    • Kelly says

      7-07-13 at 4:24 PM

      Aww, I understand that feeling Stacy. At least you still kind of liked it. :l
      Kelly recently posted…Summer Lovin’ Readathon: Day 7 – Alma MaterMy Profile

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  16. Quinn @ Quinn's Book Nook says

    7-06-13 at 11:16 AM

    I got The Distance Between Us too. I’ve already read it, and it is adorable and perfect for summer. I hope you like it and all your other goodies. Happy reading :)
    Quinn @ Quinn’s Book Nook recently posted…Book Haul #9My Profile

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    • Kelly says

      7-07-13 at 4:28 PM

      Yay, I’m glad to hear that you liked The Distance Between Us Quinn! I’ve heard nothing but good things about it so far, so I’m very happy about that. :D
      Kelly recently posted…Summer Lovin’ Readathon: Day 7 – Alma MaterMy Profile

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  17. Kimberly says

    7-06-13 at 11:16 AM

    Great haul this week Kelly! I didn’t know The Distance Between Us Released this week. I have to go to the book store soon.
    Congrats one winning the ARC for Dirty Little Secret!!! I can’t wait for that one to release. And I think everybody who like Jennifer Echols have been waiting for her to write a book thats on the same level as Going to Far. And I also really hope this one will be the one.
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    • Kelly says

      7-07-13 at 5:35 PM

      Thanks Kimberly! :D
      Yep, The Distance Between Us released this week.
      Thank you! :D
      I really hope that Dirty Little Secret will be like that too, but so far, many people said that they didn’t really like Dirty Little Secret. ):
      Kelly recently posted…Summer Lovin’ Readathon: Day 7 – Alma MaterMy Profile

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  18. Chapter by Chapter says

    7-06-13 at 11:53 AM

    Sweet haul! I really loved Falling Kingdoms. Enjoy all that you got this week. Thanks for sharing and happy reading!

    Our STS

    MaryAnn
    Chapter by Chapter
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    • Kelly says

      7-07-13 at 5:40 PM

      Yay! I’m really happy to hear that you love Falling Kingdoms! :D
      Kelly recently posted…Summer Lovin’ Readathon: Day 7 – Alma MaterMy Profile

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  19. Montana @ The Book Belles says

    7-06-13 at 1:39 PM

    This Distance Between Us was amazing! I also really liked Dirty Little Secret. Enjoy all your books :)
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    • Kelly says

      7-07-13 at 7:06 PM

      I’m glad you enjoyed reading them both Montana! :D
      I can’t wait to read them both myself.
      Kelly recently posted…Summer Lovin’ Readathon: Day 7 – Alma MaterMy Profile

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  20. Tsuki @ Tsuki's Books says

    7-06-13 at 1:46 PM

    I really want to read “Rush” but my library system put in the record and then haven’t actually purchased the book (sigh). I hope I’ll get it soon. Happy reading.

    Tsuki’s STS

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    • Kelly says

      7-07-13 at 7:08 PM

      My library system doesn’t even have Rush in the library system yet. Why are they so slow in getting books? D:
      I hope you’ll get it soon too! (:
      Kelly recently posted…Summer Lovin’ Readathon: Day 7 – Alma MaterMy Profile

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  21. Mel@thedailyprophecy says

    7-06-13 at 3:39 PM

    Falling Kingdoms sounds (and looks) great! Happy reading :D
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    • Kelly says

      7-07-13 at 7:11 PM

      Falling Kingdoms also looks perfect for you too Mel! :D<3
      Kelly recently posted…Summer Lovin’ Readathon: Day 7 – Alma MaterMy Profile

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  22. Leigh @ Little Book Star says

    7-06-13 at 6:02 PM

    Just wanted to let you know that this is the 1st time that I visited your blog and it looks awesome! :D So I went to B&N like an hour ago and bought Rush :) Hopefully it’s good with lots of suspense since it’s a “game”. Starcursed looks amazing! Will probably read it in the future. Happy reading.
    My STS: http://littlebookstar.wordpress.com/2013/07/06/stacking-the-shelves-3/

    Leigh
    Little Book Star

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    • Kelly says

      7-07-13 at 7:17 PM

      Thank you Leigh! (:
      Hopefully we’ll both like Rush. It looks REALLY good. -crosses fingers-
      Kelly recently posted…Summer Lovin’ Readathon: Day 7 – Alma MaterMy Profile

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  23. Cee says

    7-06-13 at 7:52 PM

    Excellent books! I need to purchase The Distance Between Us. It looks like a fabulous read. I get so excited when I win a book from Goodreads. It’s so rare to.
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    • Kelly says

      7-07-13 at 7:26 PM

      I’ve heard nothing but good things about The Distance Between Us, so hopefully we both won’t regret buying/going to buy it. ;D
      I know! I was jumping up and down in happiness, especially since I won a book written by one of my favorite authors.
      Kelly recently posted…Summer Lovin’ Readathon: Day 7 – Alma MaterMy Profile

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  24. Kim @ Divergent Gryffindor says

    7-06-13 at 8:23 PM

    AHHH!!! I’m so jealous of The Distance Between Us!! I’ve read Pivot Point by the same author, and I loved it! It has been on my TBR for a long long time already! I’ve read Dirty Little Secret. I liked it, but I didn’t love it.
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    • Kelly says

      7-07-13 at 7:28 PM

      You should get it Kim – The Distance Between Us released already; thank goodness.
      Well, at least you liked it. It looks like other people didn’t. >___< Kelly recently posted…Summer Lovin’ Readathon: Day 7 – Alma MaterMy Profile

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  25. Gayatri says

    7-07-13 at 11:20 AM

    Awesome Books ! I never win anything from Goodreads ! Lucky You !
    I will definitely be looking forward to your review of ‘Dirty Little Secrets’ !
    Check out my Haul of the week
    Gayatri recently posted…Stacking the Shelves.My Profile

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    • Kelly says

      7-07-13 at 7:29 PM

      Yeah, I am pretty lucky when I won it. (:
      Kelly recently posted…Summer Lovin’ Readathon: Day 7 – Alma MaterMy Profile

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  26. Giselle says

    7-07-13 at 8:42 PM

    I really want to read The Distance Between Us! Rush was not for me but it was unique. Hope you enjoy it! Great haul! :)

    Giselle @ Xpresso Reads

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    • Kelly says

      7-10-13 at 5:30 PM

      I can’t wait to start The Distance Between Us – it looks very promising! :D
      Aww, that’s too bad. I hope I like Rush.
      Thanks for stopping by! (:
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  27. Taylor @ Reading is the Thing says

    7-07-13 at 9:12 PM

    Wow, you got some great ones! I’ve heard Rush is fantastic, as well as The Distance Between Us. Happy reading!
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    • Kelly says

      7-10-13 at 5:32 PM

      I’m glad that you heard that they both are good! I can’t wait to read them both. (:
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  28. Eveline @ Eveline's Books says

    7-08-13 at 5:52 AM

    Awesome haul! Love all the books you got and I’m looking forward to your reviews!

    My StS:
    http://evelinesbooks.blogspot.nl/2013/07/stacking-shelves-4.html
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    • Kelly says

      7-10-13 at 5:34 PM

      I can’t wait to read them all either Eveline! :D<3
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  29. Kim @ Book Swoon says

    7-09-13 at 9:40 AM

    So many amazing books! I’m really excited to get to Rush and Star Cursed! Enjoy all your fabulous books! And thanks for the heads up on Strandbooks, I’m going to ahve to check them out. :)
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    • Kelly says

      7-10-13 at 5:37 PM

      You’ll LOVE Strandbooks Kim. You can find such good deals there. :D
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  30. Danielle says

    7-09-13 at 12:19 PM

    Awesome haul, Starcursed and Rush both sound amazing, I got The Distance Between Us, cannot wait to start it! Enjoy

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    • Kelly says

      7-10-13 at 5:46 PM

      I hope we’ll both like The Distance Between Us Danielle! -crosses fingers-
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  31. michelle says

    9-22-13 at 4:55 AM

    it’s been a while since i’ve bought a stack of physical books. your stack makes me want to head to b&n. awesome books! i really like the distance between up–such a fun, sweet read. i hope you like it too. happy reading :)

    hope you can stop by my StS.

    -michelle @ Michelle & Leslie’s Book Picks

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    • Kelly says

      9-22-13 at 2:13 PM

      I thought The Distance Between Us was just plain okay. It wasn’t as good as other people lead me to expect. :l

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