Under Rose-Tainted Skies - Louise Gornall

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I asked my sister Lindee to pick out a book that she would be interested in reading and I would do a little R&R. I wanted to shake things up a bit, for I tend to pick the same kind of books to read. Under Rose-Tainted Skies is a self-contained novel dealing with one aspect of anxiety. 

Norah, the protagonist, is an agoraphobic teenage girl trying to live her life despite her fears. Although her struggles are abnormal, her feelings resemble those of normal girls her age. We, as the readers, are given intimate insight to mental illness and we watch as Norah shows courage and faces her challenges. The book is enlightening and inspirational and its special insight should be experienced.

Once Upon a Lie-Michael French

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As the title suggests, it is a book about different people who have lives surrounded by lies deceit.
The theme of lies is noticeable. The story gives definition to how lies and deceit can play different roles and have different effects.
French does touch on some different social issues which is a good addition. Also, he makes you think about what is moral and why. Some things to think about. 
The storylines were intriguing. The switching of the protagonists was irritating at first, for you get so involved with one just to have it change. Although, it was fun to later have both protagonists' lives intertwine. And there is a shocking end!
The plot was good overall. Unfortunately, toward the end, the plot was a bit anticlimactic.

Amber Alert -Dan Lawton

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Great story! 
It is a realistic fiction, and even though I tend to like more make believe in what I read, I still enjoyed it immensely. It caught my attention from the beginning and I was on the edge of my seat in anticipation to see how the story would unfold. The characters were genuine and endearing. I want all things to end well and I was disappointed when the characters made bad decisions. I kept putting myself in their shoes, questioning myself how I would react I similar circumstances. A great read!

Cobra Z - Sean Deville

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It is a good rendition of the classic zombie apocalypse story. Overall, the events and the reactions by the people were realistic and forthright. It was a little vulgar for my taste but considering the circumstance, it is somewhat reasonable. The character development was lacking, in fact, because so many characters are introduced just to be killed pages later, it is hard connecting with any one character. The ending was more succinct and gives hope for book 2.