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This is the final book in the series, what can
we expect?“Several plotlines get resolved, and we
learn secrets that blow theVampire Academyworld open.”
Do you have any stand-out moments from the
Bloodlinesseries?“Sydney and Adrian’s courtship in
TheGolden LilyandThe Indigo Spellare favourites. So
is the ending toThe Fiery Heart, even though it’s pretty
brutal. Dark and emotional moments are the ones I love.”
What advice would you give teens who want
towrite?“Just keep at it. Write what you’re passionate
about,and always keep reading other books yourself.”
For the full interview with Richelle, go todolly.com.au.Just finished your last book and don’t know what to read next?
DOLLY’s bookwormJacqui Kinghas got you covered.AVERY
Charlotte McConaghy
(RRP $29.99, Random House)
What it’s about: In the
world of Kaya, people are
bonded in pairs, and if one
person passes away, so does
the other. But then there’s Ava;
her bondmate was killed but
she’s still breathing. Her soul
was torn in two (ouch!) but she
is the only person to have been
strong enough to withstand it.
Now she has been kidnapped
by her enemies because she’s deemed to be a threat.
You’ll like it ’cos: Fantasy and romance all come to a
head so if you love both genres, get onto this book ASAP.
It’s a bit like: The movie In Time.THE RUBY CIRCLE
Richelle Mead
(RRP $19.99, Penguin)
What it’s about: This is the
last book in the six-part series
Bloodlines, the spin-off from
Vampire Academy. Sydney
has finally escaped from the
Alchemists and has returned
to the open arms of Adrian.
Although, the trouble isn’t over
yet. Jill (the girl Sydney was
meant to be protecting) has
been kidnapped, threatening
to bring down the Moroi (the good vamps) world forever.
You’ll like it ‘cos: We NEED to know if Sydney and
Adrian can be together drama-free once and for all.
It’s a bit like: My Love Lies Bleeding by
Alyxandra Harvey.THE BANE CHRONICLES
Cassandra Clare, Sarah Rees
Brennan, Maureen Johnson
(RRP $19.99, Walker Books)
What it’s about: OK, if you
thought you had seen the last of the
glitter-eyeshadow-loving warlock
Magnus Bane in Mortal Instruments
and The Infernal Devices, you were
wrong. Yep, this book is a collection
of 11 stories of the crazy long life
Magnus has led, well before he
crosses paths with Clary and co.
You’ll like it ‘cos: Magnus is
one of the best book characters we’ve ever known with his
flamboyant style and quick wit. Plus, this warlock has lived
around 800 years so he will have plenty of cool stories to tell.
It’s a bit like: The Iron Fey series by Julie Kagawa.MY TRUE LOVE
GAVE TO ME
Stephanie Perkins
(RRP $22.99, Macmillan)
What it’s about: The very best
writers in the biz (think Holly Black,
Rainbow Rowell and Laini Taylor)
have each written up a short story
about the one thing that makes
us feel all fuzzy and warm inside:
love. They’ve also linked up the
tales of romance with Christmas,
so while Santa may have come
and gone a couple of months
ago now, this awesome read still brings ultimate happiness.
You’ll like it ‘cos: This is the kind of book that will make
you cancel your Friday night plans in a heartbeat. It’s going
to fill your soul with rays of sunshine – we’re not kidding!
It’s a bit like: A Little Something Different by Sandy Hall.THE HERE AND NOW
Ann Brashares
(RRP $15.99, Hachette)
What it’s about: Prenna is from
the future, where a disease has
wiped out nearly everyone on the
planet. In her time, everyone follows
a strict set of guidelines called ‘The
Rules’. But when Prenna goes back
in time to New York City to stop the
plague from happening, she finds
herself having trouble sticking to
Rule Number 12: don’t fall in love.
You’ll like it ‘cos: If you are
looking for a fast-paced dystopian/futuristic read like Divergent,
you will want to sink your teeth firmly into this addictive book.
It’s a bit like: A cross between the movies I Am Legend
and Back To The Future.WE SAT DOWN WITH AUTHOR
OF THE BLOODLINES SERIES,
RICHELLE MEAD, TO FIND OUT
WHAT WE SHOULD PREPARE
FOR IN THE RUBY CIRCLE.Q+A