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Friday, December 26, 2014

Stacking the Shelves 12/27/14


Stacking the Shelves is a weekly feature hosted by Tynga's Reviews. It's about sharing what I've added to my shelves for the week.

I hope everyone had a wonderful Christmas/holiday. Mine was full of fun, family and food. I'm exhausted though. As much as I love Christmas, I'm kind of glad it's all over, at least because it means that work will go back to normal. Normal hours and less crazy people are good things. I've been so busy with work and family that I haven't gotten much reading or reviewing done. I'm actually very disappointed in myself. I don't think I'm going to reach my Goodreads reading challenge goal. I have to read two and a half books in five days. Normally that wouldn't be a problem, but I don't think I'll have the time to do it. I'm going to give it my best effort. There are a few reviews I have to write and post, too. I've been terrible over the past two weeks. I'm just too busy this time of year. After the New Year I'll be back to business as usual with my reading and posting.

There is one BIG thing that will make it SO much easier for me to post my reviews and memes here...
My new LAPTOP!!


If you didn't know, my laptop died back in October and I couldn't afford to get a new one. I was told I had to wait until Christmas. Well, the day finally came and now I no longer have to write my reviews and other posts on my PHONE (which took a really, really long time). Life just got a lot easier.

Hooray!!


I didn't buy much this week, but I did get money for Christmas that I'm definitely going to use on books. Next week's haul will be much bigger. I did get some AMAZING eARCs from Edelweiss this week! I'm really excited about a few of them. I only got one eARC from NetGalley, but it sounds awesome. 

Here is my lovely haul...


Bought


Strange and Ever After (Something Strange and Deadly #3) by Susan Dennard
Nil (Nil #1) by Lynne Matson
Fractured (Guards of the Shadowlands #2) by Sarah Fine
Chaos (Guards of the Shadowlands #3) by Sarah Fine


eARCs From Edelweiss 
(one from Netgalley)


The Cage by Megan Shepherd (OMG!!!!!)
The Leveller by Julia Durango
Tiny Pretty Things by Sona Charaipotra and Dhonielle Clayton
The Replaced (The Taking #2) by Kimberly Derting
Deceptive (Illusive #2) by Emily Lloyd-Jones
Heartsick by Caitlin Sinead (from NetGalley)



Between Us and the Moon by Rebecca Maziel
Between the Notes by Sharon Huss Roat
Emmy & Oliver by Robin Benway
Paperweight by Meg Haston
The Revenge Playbook by Rachael Allen
Don't Ever Change by M. Beth Bloom


Have a safe and happy New Year!!

What did you add to your shelves this week?

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<3 Michelle








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19 comments:

  1. Stephanie @ BookfeverDecember 27, 2014 at 1:41 AM

    Awesome laptop! I'm supposed to get one to as a birthday/christmas present combined. Mine is so close to dying...
    And great books you got. I just love it when HarperCollins goes boom on Edelweiss! ;)

    ~Stephanie @ Bookfever

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    1. michellesminionsDecember 28, 2014 at 11:57 AM

      Yes, Christmas came early thanks to HarperCollins! I hope your laptop makes it, phone blogging takes dedication and really good eyesight, lol :)

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  2. The Cover ContessaDecember 27, 2014 at 5:50 AM

    I downloaded The Replaced this week. I cannot wait to read it, but my review schedule is very tight for the next two months so not sure when I'll get to it. Hoping to get ahead and then I can do whatever I want! Thanks for stopping by The Cover Contessa. Have a Happy New Year!

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  3. Grace FonsecaDecember 27, 2014 at 8:18 AM

    Awesome haul of books. Its so frustrating when you're computer or laptop dies. I totally go crazy when I don't have my computer, so congrats on the new laptop. Hope you love all those Harper Titles.

    Grace @ Books of Love

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    1. michellesminionsDecember 28, 2014 at 11:56 AM

      I've been going crazy for a while, now hopefully my eyes will uncross soon from straining to see the tiny screen! Thanks for stopping by!

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  4. Fangoddess (Fari)December 27, 2014 at 10:29 AM

    A NEW LAPTOP?!?!? Oohh! Cool. I think mine is on the verge of dying and am so scared!!!! D:

    I want to read the Cage!!! Hope you enjoy these books! They seem awesome!
    ~Fari @ My Little Corner For Books
    New follower via Bloglovin.

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    1. michellesminionsDecember 28, 2014 at 11:41 AM

      It was like quite apocalyptic when my laptop died, but I struggled through knowing I had a new one coming. Life really is a lot easier now!

      I followed you back, thanks for stopping by!

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  5. UnknownDecember 27, 2014 at 11:04 AM

    Yay for the laptop!! I can't imagine having only my phone to write my reviews on. That would drive me nuts.

    I haven't picked up any of the EW uploads, but I really want to read The Cage, Tiny Pretty Things, and The Replaced! Enjoy your new books. :)

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    1. michellesminionsDecember 28, 2014 at 11:43 AM

      I was SO excited to see The Cage available! I'll definitely be reading it soon. And let's just say that I have a whole new appreciation for laptops ;)

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  6. RosemondDecember 27, 2014 at 11:41 AM

    I've seen Emmy & Oliver all over the place the last few days! I need to add it to my TBR!

    Rosemond
    www.bighairandbooks.blogspot.com

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    1. michellesminionsDecember 28, 2014 at 11:46 AM

      I've been seeing it a lot on people's Waiting on Wednesday posts. I was definitely intrigued, so I was happy to see it available on Edelweiss.

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  7. Betsy PerezDecember 27, 2014 at 12:02 PM

    Congrats on your new laptop! I love your book haul by the way, I seriously need to start the Something Strange and Deadly series.

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    1. michellesminionsDecember 28, 2014 at 11:49 AM

      I really love that series, definitely get started on it! I finally bought myself the last book and I can't wait to read it. I love (and appreciate) my new laptop :)

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  8. AnnaDecember 27, 2014 at 12:54 PM

    Great post, I love how your cat snuck into the picture ahah here's my haul:

    http://enchantedbyya.blogspot.co.uk/2014/12/christmas-book-haul.html

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    1. michellesminionsDecember 28, 2014 at 11:50 AM

      Your book haul is EPIC! Your post is adorable, too :) Thanks for stopping by :)

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  9. Amber EliseDecember 28, 2014 at 9:02 AM

    YAY new laptop! Your determination is awesome though, I don't think I could blog from my phone!

    You've got such a great haul from EW! I hope you enjoy all your new reads. Did you take advantage of the Book Outlet sale?

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    1. michellesminionsDecember 28, 2014 at 11:27 AM

      I somehow managed to blog from my phone. It's so weird to be able to do things so quickly and to not strain my eyes! I'm checking out the Book Outlet now :)

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  10. Shannon @ It Starts at MidnightDecember 28, 2014 at 10:39 AM

    Ohh I LOVE the new laptop! And THE CAGE! Oh my goodness, I will try to contain my jealousy ;) I cannot wait for that one! I really enjoyed Nil too! And I seriously don't know HOW you posted from your phone, that sounds like a complete nightmare, I am glad you don't have to do that anymore!! Enjoy all the lovely books :)

    Shannon @ It Starts At Midnight

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    1. michellesminionsDecember 28, 2014 at 11:54 AM

      A complete nightmare is an understatement. It was extremely frustrating. I also had to pass on some things because I can only do so much from my phone. My eyes are also thankful for a larger screen! I can't wait to read Nil, I've heard a lot of great things about it. And...THE CAGE!!! So excited!!!! :)

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