Weekly Obsessions

The awesome Kelly at KellyVision started posting a weekly post highlighting whatever she happened to be obsessed with that week. I LOVE this idea, so much in fact that I will be doing it myself every Saturday.

Here are my obsessions this week.
BOOK 

Cover of Atlantia by Ally Condie

I was not a big fan of Ally Condie's Matched series. I felt the first novel had a lot of potential, but didn't quite enjoy the sequels as much.

I am  however intrigued by the premise of her new book. It also has a STUNNING cover to entice me with.

I read that this was a stand alone and that actually appeals to me more. I felt Matched itself was strong, but the later novels didn't hold up, so perhaps a stand alone will work better. I love the tagline as it immediately induces shivers.

Excerpt from Isla and the Happily Ever After 

It's not a secret that I adore Stephanie Perkins' novels. They are truly wonderful. It should also be no surprise that I am eagerly awaiting the release of Isla and the Happily Ever After. We recently were teased (tortured, same thing) with a chapter excerpt. It's adorable, and perfect. 'Thank you, slutty funnel' may just be one of my favourite lines. It already has heart, humour, and Isla is adorable. Why is it not August? Because, NEED!

MOVIE/TV

The Amazing Spiderman 2

I may be one of the few that really liked this movie. Perhaps it was due to my distraction with Dane Dehaan (how blue are his eyes?!) and his KILLER performance as Harry Osborn. The changes from the comic book were done well, and they referenced the source material where it really mattered (at least to me). Either way I, once again, found Andrew charming as Peter Parker, and felt the movie was fun overall.

Gotham (the TV series)

A pre-Batman Gotham is the hook for this amazing looking TV show. We get brief glimpses of these iconic characters (Penguin, Riddler, Poison Ivy, Catwoman and, of course, Batman himself) but the catch is that it's the origin stories. It's Bruce Wayne as a boy, it's Catwoman as a young girl. The trailer is solid, and has instantly sold me on checking it out this fall. Pretty sure I am going to fall in love with it. Seriously, watch this trailer. You'll want to watch it... immediately.

OTHER

Book Expo America

This year's BEA is shaping up to be an AMAZING week filled with lots of bookish fun. I am excited to get to see Kelly from Kellyvision and to just be surrounded by bookish people. Two weeks from this Sunday (so TOMORROW) is when I officially start my vacation. Already counting down the number of shifts I have left.

What are you obsessed with this week?

Weekly Obsessions

The awesome Kelly at KellyVision started posting a weekly post highlighting whatever she happened to be obsessed with that week. I LOVE this idea, so much in fact that I will be doing it myself every Saturday.

Here are my obsessions this week. Pretty much everything else is overshadowed by Gayle Forman's news!

BOOK

Gayle Forman announces Just One Night (goodreads)

I know the ending of Just One Year was a big topic of discussion after it's release. I was happy with the ending. Happy to leave Allyson and Willem where they left off in the story. However, Gayle recently announced that on May 29th she will release an e-novella that continues their journey. I will be getting this as soon as it's available to pre-order on Kobo.

MOVIE

The Amazing Spiderman 2

I loved the first movie in this reinvention of Spiderman. I especially love Andrew Garfield and his portrayal of Peter Parker/Spiderman. The addition of Dane Dehaan as Harry Osborn has only increased my fangirling (because, seriously, he's amazing in everything I've seen him in). I'll be seeing it on Saturday when my friend is off work. In the meantime I will be attempting to avoid spoilers (especially about Gwen Stacy's fate).

OTHER

Chocolate Macaroon tea from David's Tea

I was obsessed with the mere idea of this tea but now that I've tried it I am officially in love. It's sweet and has the perfect blend of chocolate and coconut. It's most likely going to be my main tea for the next while, because it's that good.

Book Expo America

We're now less than one month away to the big event. I can't wait to be on vacation and heading to NYC. Lots of excitement with the schedule being released, and we still have plenty more things to be unveiled as the countdown continues.

Weekly Obsessions

The awesome Kelly at KellyVision started posting a weekly post highlighting whatever she happened to be obsessed with that week. I LOVE this idea, so much in fact that I will be doing it myself every Saturday.

Here are my obsessions this week:

BOOK

Famous In Love by Rebecca Serle

I love celebrity gossip. It's part of loving entertainment so much. This newest novel from Rebecca Serle basically is tailor made for any fangirl of the CW Network and all the delicious gossip that comes from Hollywood love triangles...on and off screen.

Check out this stellar sounding synopsis

The romantic story of a girl who gets plucked from obscurity to star in the next major feature film franchise based on a book and the ensuing love triangles she gets entangled in on—-and off screen.

Meet Paige Townsen, Rainer Devon, and Jordan Wilder…

When Paige Townsen, a young unknown, gets cast in the movie adaptation of a blockbuster book series, her life changes practically overnight. Within a month, Paige has traded the quiet streets of her hometown for a crowded movie set on the shores of Maui, and is spending quality time with her co-star Rainer Devon, one of People’s Sexiest Men Alive. But when troubled star Jordan Wilder lands the role of the other point in the movie’s famous love triangle, Paige’s crazy new life gets even crazier.

In this coming-of-age romance inspired by the kind of celeb hookups that get clever nicknames and a million page views, Paige must figure out who she is – and who she wants – while the whole world watches.

I WANT TO READ IT NOW! It comes out in 2014 so the wait isn't too long!

MOVIE/TV

Bonnie and Clyde TV event

This Sunday is the first of the two part Bonnie and Clyde television event. I am beyond excited to watch it! I have mixed feelings about Emile Hirsch being cast as Clyde Barrow, but we'll see. I hope it's everything I want it to be.

The Amazing Spiderman 2 trailer




Alright, so Andrew Garfield is adorable. Dane Dehaan is KILLING it. This trailer looks awesome. Just take my money already!

OTHER

Christmas

I have so much going on leading up to Christmas. The Ottawa Blogettes are having a get together, I am having a mini celebration with some friends, and getting to see my family! December is always a busy, yet fantastic month.

So what are you obsessed with this week?