Book Obsession : Game of Thrones

Hi everyone, first off I want to start by saying sorry that I didn't get a chance to post on Friday, between work and getting ready to photograph a wedding I completely forgot to do a post!  Also I want to let all of you guys know that Kelsey and I will be posting from Monday - Friday starting next week!  To keep up with our latest posts and videos be sure to check out our twitter (you can follow us here).

Now onto today's post :).  Today I'm going to talk about my book obsession, The Game of Thrones written by George R. R. Martin.  About April I was introduced to this series and I have to say I'm absolutely in love!  I'm currently finishing up the second book (I've been working a tone so I haven't had as much time to read as I'd like) and I can't wait to read the other 3 books.  I personally picked up the books in paper back from $10 from Chapters.  I chose the smaller paper back option simply because I do have smaller hands so I find they are easier to hold.  A strange detail I know, but it does make a huge different when I'm reading.

Mini Plot Overview : Basically the books take place in a land where there are Seven Kingdoms different kingdoms.  They were once independently ruled, however now they are ruled under one King.  The books go over the struggle for both the upper class (the Kings) and the lower class (the Watch) while they fight to rule their own regions against their enemies both near and far.  Their wars against kingdoms are not their only battle, they must also fight to survive the upcoming winter which lasts decades. Every chapter is told from the view of a different main character in the novels.  It's interesting to watch the story unfold from several points of view, as you are let in on secrets that some of the characters aren't aware of yet.

A Song of Fire and Ice Books in order 
A Game of Thrones
Clash of King
A Storm of Swords
A Feast of Crows
A Dance with Dragons

If you enjoy reading novels set in the past, and novels which incorporate mystery and magic, then you're sure to enjoy reading this captivating series.  I personally recommend it anyone, and it's one of my favourite book series to read.  I know that a lot of people are also enjoying watching the HBO series. I personally haven't watched the series, but I have heard nothing but praise for it.  Have any of you read or watched this series ?  If so do you like it as much as I do?
-xx Sally

Summer Reading

Summer is just around and for most of us that means more time for reading.  For this post I'd like to briefly talk about my top choices for summer reading.
*Note none of these are in any particular order.

1984 by George Orwell
This book is a classic and a must read for me.  I love the combination of sci fi and romance in one!  It's a great read, however at times it may seen a bit more dense.

The Book of Negros by Lawrence Hill
I first read this book two years ago and I seem to always come back to it.  It's an amazing story of one girl's journey from the plains in Africa to slavery in America and finally to freedom in England.  The book however does have some graphic descriptions and violence in it.

Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close by Jonathan Safran Foer
The movie for this book came out this year - which I have not seen but the book itself is very lovely.  It's a book based on how the after math of 9/11 effected families in New York.  A very well written and heart warming book, also an easy read.

Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austin
Like 1984 I find this to be a classic and a must read.  The romance and family troubles Jane Austin wrote about are still relevant in today's era.  I absolutely love this love story and find it to be my favourite love story of all times.  It's a great book to curl up with either on a rainy day or out in the sun.

A Game of Thrones by George R.R. Martin
This is the first book in the series and has become very popular in the past year.  The TV show I hear is also amazing.   I have not read this book yet, but I figured I should include in this list as I will be reading it shortly.  All of the books in the series (5 novels in total) are currently out and I look forward to reading them all!

I hope this short list has given you some ideas for reading material for either a vacation or just for your spare time.  I any of you wish to have a full review of any of the books you can contact us on our Twitter, Facebook, or in the comments.
Happy reading!
-xx Sally