tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3523300192245025551.post7278063424733853316..comments2024-03-29T06:56:52.163-04:00Comments on Ivy Book Bindings: ARC Review: Golden by Jessi KirbyKeertanahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01071392026876644282noreply@blogger.comBlogger17125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3523300192245025551.post-68427024060681020982013-11-03T20:25:07.326-05:002013-11-03T20:25:07.326-05:00WOW! I just finished reading Golden as well, and y...<b>WOW!</b> I just finished reading <i>Golden</i> as well, and your review definitely hits the spot Keertana! I can’t tell you how perfect this review is and how much I completely agree with it! So glad you liked it too! Looking forward to reading more of your reviews! :D<br /><br /><a href="http://www.zoereads.org" rel="nofollow">~Zoe</a>Zoe N.https://www.blogger.com/profile/02112871793447447489noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3523300192245025551.post-59791536860554457252013-04-29T13:06:59.825-04:002013-04-29T13:06:59.825-04:00Oh Keertana, this review is absolutely beautiful. ...Oh Keertana, this review is absolutely beautiful. I love how you connected with this book and yes--this is what New Adult should be. You know I have a love for things that ring real and true, a love of the bittersweet, and so I wonder how I would react to this novel despite being long past this point in my own life.Heidihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00416898799044848769noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3523300192245025551.post-77038917362588628652013-04-28T12:32:17.033-04:002013-04-28T12:32:17.033-04:00I was planning on reading this book some time afte...I was planning on reading this book some time after it's release but I should have known your review would make me want this book NOW. This is such a beautiful review Keertana. Parker sounds like me in the sense that I'm often told I'm Miss Perfect Goody-Two-Shoes and as my senior year is winding down, I feel like I've done nothing these last four years. <br /><br />I'm glad that you've become a fan of Jessi Kirby! Kailia Sagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00383497393902710220noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3523300192245025551.post-90027629381221896072013-04-27T20:49:39.395-04:002013-04-27T20:49:39.395-04:00I actually just started reading this yesterday, an...I actually just started reading this yesterday, and although I haven't made it that far, your review certainly has me encouraged that this will be a memorable read for me too! Wonderful review Keertana! :)Jasprithttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11346050783201302967noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3523300192245025551.post-66923768794566423752013-04-27T15:27:37.715-04:002013-04-27T15:27:37.715-04:00Like you Keertana, I wasn't overly impressed w...Like you Keertana, I wasn't overly impressed with In Honor or her first book, so when this came through I wasn't eager to pick it up. I guess Kirby has refined her writing because this sounds like an absolute gem. I love the sound of a story within a story with the journal. Fantastic review! :)Rachelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16682335183798720529noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3523300192245025551.post-978619240579972252013-04-27T11:51:37.325-04:002013-04-27T11:51:37.325-04:00I know you don't rate a book 5 stars lightly, ...I know you don't rate a book 5 stars lightly, so when you do, I sit up and listen. This sounds fantastic! I honestly would never have even considered it if it hadn't been for all the positive reviews recently (thank god for bloggers). The idea of the journals is quite interesting. I remember Wendy mentioning that and it's stuck with me since. I'll have to give this one a go. Really beautiful review! You have a wonderful way with words, my dear. Sam (Realm of Fiction)https://www.blogger.com/profile/04440380021875536125noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3523300192245025551.post-48706697660141310762013-04-27T08:35:58.857-04:002013-04-27T08:35:58.857-04:00Oh, this sounds so amazing! I really need to get m...Oh, this sounds so amazing! I really need to get my hands on this book soon. Absolutely gorgeous review, lovely! I've had my eye on this book, but you've completely convinced me. Reynjehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12060057995836591765noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3523300192245025551.post-59463294104445984592013-04-27T06:05:20.927-04:002013-04-27T06:05:20.927-04:00Your intro alone would have convinced me to read t...Your intro alone would have convinced me to read this, Keertana, and I have been hearing nothing but good things about this book!<br /><br />I really hope I love it, too! It' on my 'buy-in-USA' list ;)Vegan YA Nerdshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11244310544451371368noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3523300192245025551.post-31181797856379384752013-04-27T00:23:00.827-04:002013-04-27T00:23:00.827-04:00I'm REALLY excited to read this one. I have l...I'm REALLY excited to read this one. I have loved both of her previous books and I'm sure I'll love this as well. What I find interesting is that you say that you didn't love In Honor and a good friend of mine did and then found this one to only be okay. I loved In Honor, but I'm not sure I LOVED it. I can't remember if I gave it 4 stars or 5. I DO know I LOVED Moonglass though and so much of it was just her writing was SO beautiful! Anyway, I'm definitely going to have to get this one. Hopefully I love it as much as you did!Candacehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01701325312535440179noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3523300192245025551.post-69784505244316002832013-04-26T22:14:36.370-04:002013-04-26T22:14:36.370-04:00Ackk, Keertana, I'm tempted to print this revi...Ackk, Keertana, I'm tempted to print this review out just so I can highlight the crap out of this post. I seriously can't wait for the day I get to read YOUR novel because I already know it's going to be gorgeous, if this phenomenal review is any indication.<br /><br />But anyways, honestly, this book wasn't really on my radar. Until now of course. I haven't read much New Adult, but this book sounds like it's really the essence of what New Adult should BE. This depth with almost all aspects of the MC's life seems utterly fantastic as well. I think I'd totally be able to relate to this main character, since she seems SO much like me. <br /><br />Honestly Keertana, I'm so excited to read this one now. I can't wait to experience this book for myself. Gorgeous review as always, my dear, and thanks for bringing this book to my attention! <3Aneeqahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13352395407424623520noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3523300192245025551.post-15570626135731472482013-04-26T16:39:24.333-04:002013-04-26T16:39:24.333-04:00Your review for Golden is so beautiful Keertana! I...Your review for <i>Golden</i> is so beautiful Keertana! It doesn't sound like your usual contemporary YA novel. I like the fact that it seems to have a lot of depth. I always enjoy books like that. I might actually pick this one up.<br /><br />Cheers,<br />SavindiAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3523300192245025551.post-71383238000095809832013-04-26T13:34:35.774-04:002013-04-26T13:34:35.774-04:00It's nice to read a review from the perspectiv...It's nice to read a review from the perspective of someone who wasn't already a Jessi Kirby fan but who now has become one. Even though I've gotten a bit better, I still tend to shy away from YA contemporaries set in high school. I'll be a bit snobby here and say that lots of times I find them to not be so thought-provoking or truly make me reconsider my life in new ways. Based on your lovely review and a few others, it sounds like Golden is as far-removed from my stereotypical notions as possible. This is such a lovely review, Keertana, and, based on reader responses thus far, I'm pretty sure it will transcend age ranges. I can't wait to read it myself!Amandahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03052456915027241479noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3523300192245025551.post-61854052386780589662013-04-26T12:53:26.415-04:002013-04-26T12:53:26.415-04:00That is it! I need to buy this book or pre-order i...That is it! I need to buy this book or pre-order it or something! I have heard nothing but praise for Golden, and it has convinced me that I read this immediately. Just everything about it sounds absolutely wonderful, especially since it includes one of my favorite quotes ever! And your stunning review has also persuaded me that this book is a must read! I'm so glad you enjoyed it, Keertana! :DAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3523300192245025551.post-11600806251751471672013-04-26T10:56:42.244-04:002013-04-26T10:56:42.244-04:00Yep, I felt exactly the same after reading Golden,...Yep, I felt exactly the same after reading Golden, Keertana:) It is truly one of the best coming of age stories I have read, I'd put it just below Just One Day by G. Forman. I love this line from your review:<br /><br /> "I love that finding your way doesn’t mean seeking the meaning of life, it simply means seeking the meaning in your life." <br /><br />That is a great line, K! And so true. <br /><br />I loved the romance in this book too, especially Julianna's. SWOON. I loved all those themes of fate and destiny and karma and serendipity. I am always attracted to books that feature story lines that incorporate that kind of magical realism:) Awesome review!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07026974627724672435noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3523300192245025551.post-31016513889441936362013-04-26T09:44:00.447-04:002013-04-26T09:44:00.447-04:00Golden sounds absolutely excellent. I have read a ...Golden sounds absolutely excellent. I have read a couple of other fantastic reviews, and this has convinced me that I need to give it a go! I haven't read any other books by Jessi Kirby (In Honor didn't appeal that much, for some reason), but I love the idea of the mystery alongside Parker's own coming of age. Great review! :)kithttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03854966834578026067noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3523300192245025551.post-88778087831387737742013-04-26T08:51:54.959-04:002013-04-26T08:51:54.959-04:00This book sounds fantastic, unfortunately I didn&#...This book sounds fantastic, unfortunately I didn't get accepted for a copy, but I'm do pleased that it was a 5 Star rating! The cover is gorgeous, it sums up what I'm feeling like right now. I think is is a perfect book for me. Lovely review, Keertana! Emmahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17409669758470666840noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3523300192245025551.post-41608514251512531992013-04-26T02:47:34.508-04:002013-04-26T02:47:34.508-04:00I've seen few reviews for this book and everyo...I've seen few reviews for this book and everyone seem really satisfied with it. I'm haooy to hear that you're enjoying your honeymoon. This book sounds really amazing and I'll try to read it as soon as it comes out. Great review :)Tanja - Tanychyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15084789780467257259noreply@blogger.com