Just a "brief" introduction

So, if you know me, just a bit. Then you probably know that I like a lot of thing in what could be termed as obsessive. One of those things is Doctor Who.
I was eight years old, when my dad had me watch my first Doctor Who episode. I can't remember, which one, but I know that it had Five in it. I also know that I loved it and started watching it after that.
So here is a quick introduction to the Whoniverse and such. There are spoilers... so beware.
This is the Doctor. He is Time Lord from the planet Gallifrey. He travels on a TARDIS(aka Time And Relative Dimension(s) In Space.) The TARDIS looks like a police call box used in the 60's There isn't a lot known about his childhood or family. In the beginning series, he had a granddaughter, Susan Foreman, but it is an alias.
The Doctor tries to solve things by reasoning and not by a use of weapons. He carries his sonic screwdriver like a second hand. He has been known to meet historical figures, such as Shakespeare, Marco Polo, and Elizabeth I. Each Doctor Regeneration has a different personality and signature items. Ten has his converse and Trench coat. Four has it scarf. It is also said that a doctor can only regenerate 12 times, in the other words have 13 lives. During the Regeneration process, the Doctor has extra energy and would be able to re-grow limbs and such. We don't even know the Doctor's name or much of his past, which makes it really interesting. The Doctor is currently played by David Tennant
Now to go on an explanation of Daleks, Cybermen, and The Master.
Dalek look pretty cute. I asked my dad, if I could have one at the age of nine and he said that would be like giving a loaded pistol.
I soon learn what that meant.
Daleks are a soulless creatures. That don't like anything Unique or Original about anything and are famous for the line, "Exterminate!" Their only passion is death and destruction. There voice in monotone and just plain ugly. Underneath the shell is a body that looks a lot a squid in my opinion, just uglier. Daleks were also created by Davros. The screenwriter of the first episode, where Daleks come in, made Davros to be a scientist with strong fascist tendencies.
Daleks and Davros are often believed to be Dead, but somehow they always survive. This angers the Docter, because of all that he lost in the Time War. The Ninth version of The Doctor though that he was the remaining person of the war, but is constantly running in to Daleks. Daleks are also overconfident, which runs to their end.
Now to Cybermen...
Cybermen have the brain of humans, but without any emotions. Like Daleks they are in a metal case and don't feel anything. Earlier Cybermen were from Mondas, which was knocked out of orbit. Since they had advance technology and such. They decided to turn themselves in to machines. Then being smart, turn everything that they conquer in to Cybermen. The Doctor has so far been able to defeat them, even with there advance technology. In a parallel universe, the Doctor and his companion, Rose found Cybermen created by John Lumic. He was terminately ill and wanted to live longer. The Doctor was able to defeat the Cybermen. Later in the Series, The Cybermen are sent in to the void, along with some daleks. Since they have a certain type of dust on them. This is known as the Battle of Canary Wharf. The Cybermen appear again in last years Christmas special, escaping the Void. Cypermen also have ranks, such as Cyber Leader, Cyber Lieutenant, Cyber Scout, Cyber Controller, Cyber Planner, and Cyber Director.
The Master is sort of crazy and Insane. The Master has had more then 13 lives somehow. The Doctor and The Master were childhood friends, but now have different motives. The Doctor wants help others, while the Master wants to control them. Both are very intelligent. The Master's weakness is his own vanity and pride. The Master also has a weird sense of humor. After the Time War, The Doctor thinks he is the last of this kind, but it turns out that the Master turned himself human and escaped the time war. He created Professor Yana, using a fob watch. The Master creates a paradox and tries to destroy the future of the human race. The Doctor stops with the help of Martha Jones. The Master then gets shot by his then wife and refuses to regenerate. The Doctor cremates him on a prye. A female hand with long, bright red fingernails picks up this ring. Currently there are no plans to bring him back. I find him a interesting villain.
So, This is just the tip of the iceberg on Doctor Who. I can totally do more post like this, if you like it. I spent 4 hours on this... so yeah.
Love Sarah.

In my Mailbox(Week 8)

This is a In My Mailbox, started by The Story Siren. Check it out here.
The Stolen One by Suzanne Crowley
When her adoptive mother dies, Katherine Bab takes the chance she has been waiting for her whole life: she moves from her country village to London, to uncover the secret of who she really is. Before long, Kat has become a favorite of Queen Elizabeth herself, and rumors are swirling - could fiery-haired Kat be the secret daughter of the Virgin Queen? Kat's got plenty of other things to figure out, as well . . . such as how to choose between her childhood love and two handsome men at court vying for her affection. This smart, sensual novel drips with intrigue, period detail, and drama and will resonate with anyone who has ever longed to find his or her place in the world.
This book sounds really good. I love the pretty cover and all. I had this as my Waiting on Wednesday this week. Stephanie was kind enough to send this with My copy of Unraveling. So thanks Stephanie.
A Season Of Eden by J.M. Warwick
He's my teacher. I shouldn't be alone with him. But I can't help that he's irresistible.
I let the door silently close at my back. He stared at me, and a taut quiet stretched between us.
"I like hearing you play," I said, moving toward him.
He turned, in sync with my slow approach. He looked up at me but didn't say anything. I rested my clammy hand on the cold, slick body of the baby grand. "May I?"
The muscles in his throat shifted, then he swallowed. "Eden."
My legs weakened, like a soft tickling kiss had just been blown against the backs of them. "Is it okay?" I asked.
His gaze held mine like two hands joined. He understood what I was really asking.
"Let me stay," I said. "Please."
"You're going to get me in trouble."
Devyn had a contest for a signed copy of this and since the author self publishes she was nice enough to end it to more then just the winners. I already, have read this and it was pretty good.
Catalyst by Laurie Halse Anderson
Chemistry honors student and cross-country runner Kate Malone is driven. Daughter of a father who is a reverend first and a parent second ("Rev. Dad [Version 4.7] is a faulty operating system, incompatible with my software.") and a dead mother she tries not to remember, Kate has one goal: To escape them both by gaining entrance to her own holy temple, MIT. Eschewing sleep, she runs endlessly every night waiting for the sacred college acceptance letter. Then two disasters occur: Sullen classmate Teri and her younger brother, Mikey, take over Kate's room when their own house burns down, and a too-thin letter comes from MIT, signifying denial. And so the experiment begins. Can crude Teri and sweet Mikey, combined with the rejection letter, form the catalyst that will shake Kate out of her selfish tunnel vision and force her to deal with the suppressed pain of her mom's death? "If I could run all the time, life would be fine. As long as I keep moving, I'm in control." But for Kate, it's time to stop running and face the feelings she's spent her whole life racing away from.
Catalyst, Laurie Halse Anderson's third novel for teens, is a deftly fashioned character study of a seldom explored subject in YA fiction: the type-A adolescent. Teens will identify (if not exactly sympathize) with prickly Kate instantly, and be shocked or perhaps secretly pleased to discover that life is no easier for the honor roll student than it is for the outcast. Anderson earns an A plus for this revealing and realistic take on life, death, and GPAs.
I love Catalyst. So, I bookmooched it. I am so happy to get this.
My Life in Pink & Green by Lisa Greenwald
Displaying a lively familiarity with the topics of makeup, makeovers and adolescent angst, Greenwald makes a bright debut with this timely story. Prospects look grim for the Old Mill Pharmacy run by 12-year-old Lucy's mother and grandmother. In order to drum up more sales, Lucy decides to offer customers beauty tips and free makeup applications. Although her efforts prove somewhat fruitful, her best idea comes after she joins her school's earth club: what if they add an eco-spa to the pharmacy? Like the recent Teashop Girls, also about an enterprising preteen trying to save a family business, this novel takes an upbeat approach to serious issues—money struggles and impending foreclosure—underscoring the optimistic message that one individual can make a difference.
This book looks really cute. I love the cover, it is really cute. I was excited to get it from bookmooch. So, I can't wait to read this.
Prada & Prejudice by Mandy Hubbard
To impress the popular girls on a high school trip to London, klutzy Callie buys real Prada heels. But trying them on, she trips…conks her head…and wakes up in the year 1815!
There Callie meets Emily, who takes her in, mistaking her for a long-lost friend. As she spends time with Emily’s family, Callie warms to them—particularly to Emily’s cousin Alex, a hottie and a duke, if a tad arrogant.
But can Callie save Emily from a dire engagement, and win Alex’s heart, before her time in the past is up?
More Cabot than Ibbotson, Prada and Prejudice is a high-concept romantic comedy about finding friendship and love in the past in order to have happiness in the present.
This book looks amazing. I am already halfway through it and it is really good. The cover is amazing.
This was a really good week. I can't wait to read them all.
Peace out, Sarah.

Winner of Mackenzie, Lost and Found

So, There were 45 entries and 127 worth of extra entries.
The winner was chosen by Khy via Twitter.
And the winner is *Cues drums....*
Shooting Star Mag!
Yay! If you didn't win this time, I have a contest for a SIGNED copy of Speak.
By the way, My laptop charger broke. So I am using my sisters computer, which I am not used to it. I am still going to do BEDA, but it will be all pre-posted. And I won't be able to see comments. I ordered a new charger and it should be here by the end of the week.
Peace out, Sarah.

Books read in March

51. Atonement by Ian McEwan – 351 pages
52. 20 Boy Summer by Sarah Oakler –290 pages
53. The Feast of Fools by Rachel Caine –241 pages
54. Lord of Misrule by Rachel Caine –231 pages
55. The Season by Sarah Maclean –343 pages
56. The Forest of Hands and Teeth by Carrie Ryan – 320 pages
57. Season of Eden by JM Warwick –248 pages
58. Zombie Queen of Newberry High by Amanda Ashby -224 pages
59. Sleepaway Girls by Jen Calonita – 300 pages
60. Say the Word by Jeannine Garsee –360 pages
61. Prophecy of Sisters by Michelle Zink –352 pages
62. Swoon by Nina Malkin –425 pages
63. City of Bones by Cassandra Clare –496 pages
64. City of Ashes by Cassandra Clare –453 page
65. City of Glass by Cassandra Clare –541 pages
66. Beautiful Americans by Lucy Silag –306 pages
67. Same Difference by Soibhan Vivian –287 pages
68. Shadowed Summer by Saudra Mitchell –183 pages


Pages read this month:
Reviews posted from these books: 6305 pages
Books from Library: 2 books
Books for Review: 5 books
Books borrowed: 2 book
My Favorite: Twenty Boy Summer, so amazing. I love it.
My Least Favorite: This was really hard to pick. Swoon, I wasn't really fond of the characters
Update:100+ Reading Challenge: 68 read. 32 to go.
V.C. Andrews: Read Good Trash movement: 3 read. 8 to go
Debut Authors '09: 11 read, 14 to go

Awards (part 3)

I got tagged by the amazing Sarah Oakler. Yay!

The blogger who receives this award believes in the Tao of the zombie chicken - excellence, grace and persistence in all situations, even in the midst of a zombie apocalypse. These amazing bloggers regularly produce content so remarkable that their readers would brave a raving pack of zombie chickens just to be able to read their inspiring words. As a recipient of this world-renowned award, you now have the task of passing it on to at least 5 other worthy bloggers. Do not risk the wrath of the zombie chickens by choosing unwisely or not choosing at all…

I also got the Sisterhood Award form Stephanie. Thanks Stephanie!
The people I tag:

1. Courtney Summers- I love her blog and she is so awesome.

2. Megan- I like how different her blog is.

3. Adele- I love her blogs.

4. Hope- She is so awesome and sweet.

5. Korianne- She is really rad and funny.

Peace out, Sarah.

Booking through Thursday(4)

I saw that National Library week is coming up in April, and that led to some questions. How often do you use your public library and how do you use it? Has the coffeehouse/bookstore replaced the library? Did you go to the library as a child? Do you have any particular memories of the library? Do you like sleek, modern, active libraries or the older, darker, quiet, cozy libraries?
I go to my library once to twice a week. I currently have fifty books or movies out at this time. I also going to my indie book store a lot. I went to the library as a kid and I remember grabbing picture books and later chapter books to read. I like the older libraries. They are more cozy and awesome. I also LOVE my library, no joke. It is so awesome and the people are sweet.

So...

I have 75 followers. I would jump around, but my ankle hurts. See on Monday, I was changing a light bulb. I was on my bed, which is next to my sister's. So, I fell into the crack and couldn't get my ankle out for a few minutes and now there is a huge bruise on it. So, I am double limping and my mom wants me to use crutches again, but I don't want to. Since I got off those a month ago.
Another reason for this post, is BEDA. I forgot to add that you get to suggest punishments for my little sister to pick. This only if I fail. Failing does not count as computer failing and illness(I am saying that I have to be like dying. Since I feel sick everyday.)
Also, If I Stay and Willow come out today and I really want to buy them. Since they both sound amazing. Beth keeps telling me that I buy too many books, but I still have space somewhere.
Has anyone seen Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs trailer? My childhood is ruined, I loved this book.
Peace out, Sarah.

City of Bones by Cassandra Clare

Rating:
Characters: 18/20
Setting: 9/10
Plot: 18/20
Originality: 18/20
Writing: 19/20
Recommendation: 10/10
Overall: 92/100 or A
Clary Fray goes clubbing at Pandemonium, with her best friend, Simon. She soon finds a murder going on in the club, by three teenagers with weird tattoos and carrying even weirder weapons. The only problem is that the victim disappears before her eyes.
The next day, Clary and Simon go to a poet slam for Simon's band mate, Eric. The snarky Jace(One of the teens with tattoos; the other two are Isabelle and Alec) finds her there. He was sent to find out what she is and why she can see them. After that, Clary heads home, after checking her messages and finding out a weird message from her mom.
Clary finds her house ransacked and a strange creature there. Jace rescues her. She learns that somehow her mom is involved Jace's world and that she needs to save her. With the help of Jace, Isabelle, and Alec, Clary must find the Mortal Cup and the evil Shadowhunter, Valentine that has taken her mother. Simon also gets thrown in to the mix and so does Clary's mom's friend Luke. Will Clary be able to handle this all.
City of Bones is the beginning of one of my favorite series. It is funny. It is over before you want it to be and you will be waiting for the next book. The characters are fantastic. Jace is one of my favorite characters ever. Simon is sarcastic and sweet. Isabelle is strong willed and sassy. Alec is multidimensional and honest. Luke is awesome. Valentine is... evil. I loved how Clare created such a great setting. I love how the setting of New York hides all these creatures. If you haven't read this, get started on it as soon as possible.
Peace out, Sarah

Waiting on Wednesday (Week Two)

Title: The Stolen One
Author: Suzanne Crowley
Release Date: July 6th, 2009
Publisher: HarperTeen
When her adoptive mother dies, Katherine Bab takes the chance she has been waiting for her whole life: she moves from her country village to London, to uncover the secret of who she really is. Before long, Kat has become a favorite of Queen Elizabeth herself, and rumors are swirling - could fiery-haired Kat be the secret daughter of the Virgin Queen? Kat's got plenty of other things to figure out, as well . . . such as how to choose between her childhood love and two handsome men at court vying for her affection. This smart, sensual novel drips with intrigue, period detail, and drama and will resonate with anyone who has ever longed to find his or her place in the world.
Reasons why I want this:
1. Pretty Cover.
2. The Plot sounds awesome.
3. I love Historical Fiction.
The great thing is that Stephanie is letting me borrow this. So, I can't wait to have time to read this.
Peace out, Sarah

BEDA

So, I am doing BEDA or Blog Every Day April. Meaning that everyday, I should post every day this month. I think that this will help me post more often and also catch up on my reviews. So Yay! I think this will be fun. Hope you enjoy this.
Take Care, Sarah