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review: rooftops of tehran

book info: on sale: now copy from: public library pages: 348 review written: 21.12.17 originally published: 2009 edition read: Penguin NAL 2009 title: Rooftops of Tehran author: Mahbod Seraji In a middle-class neighborhood of Iran's sprawling capital city, 17-year-old Pasha Shahed spends the summer of 1973 on his rooftop with his best friend Ahmed, joking around one minute and asking burning questions about life the next. He also hides a secret love for his beautiful neighbor Zari, who has been betrothed since birth to another man. But the bliss of Pasha and Zari's stolen time together is shattered when Pasha unwittingly acts as a beacon for the Shah's secret police. The violent consequences awaken him to the reality of living under a powerful despot, and lead Zari to make a shocking choice... my thoughts: This book was first published in 2009 and I remember adding it to my list around that time but never actually reading it since I preferred checking out library books to ...
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The Secret

The Secret

Goodbye... Hello!

Hey guys, Today is my last day on the Book Babe's Reads.  It's been a lovely year , being a part of this blog, but it's time to say goodbye and embark on a new journey... once again, a solo blogger, on my brand new blog - Afterwords . Doesn't it look absolutely beautiful? I've been working on this project for months now, and to see it finally come to life is so exciting, you have no idea!  If you've enjoyed my posts and reviews on The Book Babe's Reads , please consider taking a peek at this new blog.  I'm so proud of it. So, I'll stop talking here (only because I talk non-stop on this brand new blog). This is my final goodbye... and hello. Nitzan ★
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Scarlet by Marissa Meyer

CLICK HERE TO READ AN UPDATED VERSION OF THIS REVIEW!  Scarlet by Marissa Meyer  Series:   The Lunar Chronicles #2  Source:  Paperback copy Publisher:  Puffin Books Publication Date:  February 7th 2013 Age Genre: Young Adult This is not the fairytale you remember. But it’s one you won’t forget. Scarlet Benoit’s grandmother is missing. The police have closed her case. The only person Scarlet can turn to is Wolf, a street fighter she does not trust, but they are drawn to each other. Meanwhile, in New Beijing, Cinder will become the Commonwealth’s most wanted fugitive – when she breaks out of prison to stay one step ahead of vicious Queen Levana. As Scarlet and Wolf expose one mystery, they encounter Cinder and a new one unravels. Together they must challenge the evil queen, who will stop at nothing to make Prince Kai her husband, her king, her prisoner . . . You see, I had a plan . I didn't just wait to read Scarlet until now. I had a very meticulous, w...
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Unearthly by Cynthia Hand

CLICK HERE TO READ THE UPDATED VERSION OF THIS REVIEW! Unearthly by  Cynthia Hand Series:   Unearthly #1  Source:  Kindle copy Publisher:  HarperTeen Publication Date:    April 2011 Age Genre: Young Adult In the beginning, there's a boy standing in the trees . . . Clara Gardner has recently learned that she's part angel. Having angel blood run through her veins not only makes her smarter, stronger, and faster than humans (a word, she realizes, that no longer applies to her), but it means she has a purpose, something she was put on this earth to do. Figuring out what that is, though, isn't easy. Her visions of a raging forest fire and an alluring stranger lead her to a new school in a new town. When she meets Christian, who turns out to be the boy of her dreams (literally), everything seems to fall into place and out of place at the same time. Because there's another guy, Tucker, who appeals to Clara's less angelic side. As Clara tries to find her way i...
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Nowhere but Here by Katie McGarry

Nowhere but Here by Katie McGarry Series:   Thunder Road #1 Source:  Kindle Version Publisher:  Harlequin Teen Publication Date: June 1st 2015 Age Genre: Young Adult Seventeen-year-old Emily likes her life the way it is: doting parents, good friends, good school in a safe neighborhood. Sure, she's curious about her biological father—the one who chose life in a motorcycle club, the Reign of Terror, over being a parent—but that doesn't mean she wants to be a part of his world. But when a reluctant visit turns to an extended summer vacation among relatives she never knew she had, one thing becomes clear: nothing is what it seems. Not the club, not her secret-keeping father and not Oz, a guy with suck-me-in blue eyes who can help her understand them both. Oz wants one thing: to join the Reign of Terror. They're the good guys. They protect people. They're…family. And while Emily—the gorgeous and sheltered daughter of the club's most respected member—is in town, he'...
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The Libby Garrett Intervention by Kelly Oram

The Libby Garrett Intervention by Kelly Oram Series: Science Squad #2 Source:  arc Publisher:  Bluefields Publication Date: October 24th 2015 Age Genre: Young Adult Libby Garrett is addicted to Owen Jackson's hot lovin'. But the sexy, popular college basketball player doesn't appreciate all of Libby's awesomeness. He refuses to be exclusive or even admit to people that they're dating. The relationship is ruining Libby and she's the only one who can't see it. When Libby's behavior spirals completely out of control, her best friend Avery Shaw and the rest of the Science Squad stage an intervention hoping to cure Libby of her harmful Owen addiction. They put her through her very own Twelve Step program—Owen's Anonymous—and recruit the help of a sexy, broody, hard as nails coffee man to be her official sponsor. ... Adam Koepp has watched Libby Garrett for years. How could he not notice the sassy girl with the purple skateboard and helmet plastered wit...
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Axel by Harper Sloan [Spoilery Rant]

Axel by Harper Sloan  Series:   Corps Security #1 Source:  Free kindle copy Publication Date:  July 7th 2013 Age Genre: Adult Isabelle has learned the hard way how hard life can be when fate isn’t by your side. It can hand you dreams on silver platters, but it can snatch them right back and hand you nightmares. One thing Isabelle knew for sure fate was consistent with was taking away everything she ever loved. For the last two years Isabelle has been slowly clearing the clouds of her past. Happiness is finally on the horizon. She has a thriving business, great friends, and her life back. All she has to do is jump over the last hurdle…her ex-husband. When problems start causing her to fear her new life, and memories that are better left forgotten start rushing to the surface the last thing she needs is a ghost from her past to come knocking on her door. Axel never thought he would look into the eyes of Isabelle West again, and he wasn’t sure he wanted to now. He’s car...
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No Interest in Love by Cassie Mae

No Interest in Love   by  Cassie Mae Series:   All About Love #2 Source:  E-Arc from Netgalley Publisher:  Loveswept Publication Date:  December 22nd 2015 Age Genre:  New Adult When Jace Carver snags a minor part in his buddy’s zombie flick, he suddenly starts getting noticed all over the place. Even Hollywood megastar Carletta Ocean—known for her extensive “research” with her male co-stars—wants Jace for her new rom-com. The role could be a game-changer . . . if Jace nails the audition. As Jace’s agent, Shaylene Kwak is all business, and isn’t about to let her favorite client blow this opportunity. Since their college years, Shay has been immune to Jace’s charm and rock-hard body. But long hours in close company have a way of wearing down even the best defenses, and when their platonic teasing turns into serious flirting, Jace and Shay are no longer able to resist what’s been right in front of them the entire time. Shay knows Jace’s love-’em-and-leave...
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