Mundie Moms

Friday, February 18, 2011

Fun Quote from Clockwork Prince

Artwork by Val Freire

A fun, impromptu moment happened on twitter tonight when Cassie tweeted a quote from Clockwork Prince and guess who was featured in it?? Why, Tessa and yes, that's right -- Will.

“They’re not hideous,” said Tessa.
Will blinked at her. “What?”
“Gideon and Gabriel,” said Tessa. “They’re really quite good-looking, not hideous at all.”
“I spoke,” said Will, in sepulchral tones, “of the pitch-black inner depths of their souls.”
Tessa snorted. “And what color do you suppose the inner depths of your soul are, Will Herondale?”
“Mauve,” said Will.
What a treat to start off the weekend!! Happy Friday, MMs!!

City of Fallen Angels Chapter Hunt


This has been an awesome week for TMI fans, as we've been able to read a sneak peak from the 1st chapter of City of Fallen Angels. Today you can read the FULL chapter over at The Story Siren.

Don't forget to visit these following sites who have all participated with us in revealing the 1st chapter. Each site is also hosting a GIVEAWAY for City of Fallen Angels.
AND we have even more exciting NEWS. On Tuesday morning (February 22) Cassie will be posting the un-redacted Chapter 1 of City of Fallen Angels from the hunt PLUS the last 13 pages of the chapter that have not yet been revealed!! I know, scream like we did. It's really exciting. This will ONLY happen on Cassie's site- http://www.mortalinstruments.com/ Enjoy reading the 1st chapter of City of Fallen Angels and then be sure to visit Cassie's site on Tuesday morning!

Book Review- Will Work For Prom


Published by EgmontUSA
Released on February 8th, 2011
Source- ARC for review from Aimee Fierris/EgmontUSA
4.5 Stars- A Great Read!

Quigley Johnson has, reluctantly, given up the rest of her last year of high school to take part in her best friend Ann's Betterment Plan, which will turn them into the best-dressed, most sought-after, most admired girls at their senior formal. Because - hey - who doesn't want the perfect prom, complete with a dream dress and a devastatingly handsome date?

But the prom costs money - lots of money - and even though the girls could easily have Ann's mom design their dresses (she's only Victoria Parisi, one of the most famous designers in the world), Ann insists that they pay their own way. And that's how Quigley gets stuck making artistic topping masterpieces on frozen pizzas canvases, before becoming a live model for Ms. Parisi's fashion design class, where she meets Zander.

He's cute, and cool, and funny, with a killer design sensibility (even if he can't sketch). But is he too good to be true? And what about David, the hot, talented artist at school, who's also kind of a jerk, but won't leave Quigley alone? And Ann - she started the Betterment Plan to improve Quigley and herself, but it seems like it's ripping their friendship to shreds.

This road to the prom dream may just end in disaster (quoted from Goodreads)


Will Work for Prom Dress is a charming, delightful, fun read that brings to light real life lessons and situations presented in a light hearted, enjoyable story.

Aimee introduces some wonderful characters whom bring the story to life, including that of Quigley, the story's down to earth main character. Quigley and her best friend Anne are working various jobs to earn money for their upcoming prom. Despite a few failed attempts with some previous jobs, Quigley is now working with Anne for Anne's mother, a character I really liked getting to know. During this time Quigley meets the charming, good looking, charismatic Zander. Can I just say, I adore Zander! I love the chemistry the two have and I adore that he's a "real" guy and someone who I totally fell in love with. He and Quigley have a relationship that wasn't rushed, and one I felt was really normal with how it developed. Though Quigley and Zander are brought together for their love & talent of art, the secrets (no matter how little they are) that they keep from each other threaten to keep them apart.

From the pitiful jobs Quigley and Anne take, to Quigley and Zander's relationship, it wasn't hard to relate to the feelings that Quigley is having and sympathizing with her as she's in the phase where you're getting ready to leave high school behind and wondering, "now what". I found it very easy to relate to her when she doesn't get into the colleges she dreamed she would be going to. I feel like Quigley is a character that readers will be able to relate to on some level and she's someone I truly enjoyed getting to know.

Aimee's writing is fantastic. It's engaging as there are moments I was laughing out loud and other moments I was sighing. I felt an emotional connection not just with Quigley, but with the Zander, Anne and Anne's mom. I liked that there's a whole cast of fabulous in-depth characters, who are from various walks of life that bring the story to life. I enjoyed the little plot twists and being surprised by some of the characters' choices. Growing up is all about choices, enjoying the here and now, making plans for the future, falling in love, making mistakes, picking yourself up & dusting yourself off when you fall and lessons learned, all of which I think Aimee conveyed perfectly in her story.

I'm really looking forward to reading more of Aimee's books. I think Will Work For Prom Dress has a little bit of something in there for YA readers of all ages. The cover is just as wonderful as the story and I highly recommend picking up this delightful read.

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Be sure to go visit Aimee's, Will Work For Prom Dress site here. If you haven't visited it yet, you're missing out on seeing some of your favorite authors in their prom dresses! Thank you to Aimee, we have a fabulous giveaway! You can't go to prom with out sparkly chandelier earrrings right?! Aimee is giving away a pair of chandelier earrings (with stones that will either accent the winner's formal or the winner's general taste).

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