Author: Morgan Matson

Morgan Matson was born in New York City and grew up there and in Greenwich, Connecticut. She attended Occidental College as a theater major, but halfway through, switched her focus to writing and never looked back. She received an MFA in Writing for Children from the New School, and then a second MFA in Screenwriting from USC.

She is the New York Times bestselling author of five books, all published by Simon & Schuster.

She currently lives in Los Angeles with her rescue terrier, Murphy, in a house with blue floors that’s overflowing with books.

Review: Take Me Home Tonight by Morgan Matson

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Review: Take Me Home Tonight by Morgan Matson

Take Me Home Tonight by Morgan Matson was one of my most anticipated reads this spring since I love books with both chaos and companionship. This book delivers on both aspects, as the main characters spend a wild night in New York City and discover more about themselves and each other during their adventures. However, too much of the story is far-fetched, and some of the plot is unnecessary, especially considering the length of the book. This may not be my favourite of Morgan Matson’s books, but I can’t deny that it is so much fun. Continue reading →

Hearts, Fingers, and Other Things to Cross

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Hearts, Fingers, and Other Things to CrossTitle: Hearts, Fingers, and Other Things to Cross (Broken Hearts & Revenge 3)
Series: Broken Hearts and Revenge #3
Author: Katie Finn, Morgan Matson
Also by this author: Revenge, Ice Cream and Other Things Best Served Cold (Broken Hearts and Revenge #2)
Publisher: Feiwel & Friends
Genres: Contemporary, Young Adult Fiction
Publication Date: May 10, 2016
Rating: two-half-stars
Series Rating: four-stars

Summary (from Goodreads):

WEATHER ALERT: SEVERE STORMS AHEAD

Gemma and Hallie's world has come to a screeching halt. Their parents are engaged, which makes them step-sisters. Nothing in the world could possibly be worse for Gemma and Hallie--they won't let it happen. Even if it means putting their own feud aside to separate their parents.

Events quickly escalate as a hurricane rips through the Hamptons leaving everyone (including Gemma's two exes, her current crush, best friend, and her nemesis) bottled up in one house. One big, miserable group of exes and enemies together allow secrets to unfold and plans to be plotted. The calm before this storm definitely doesn't exist.

Katie Finn pulls out all the stops for this fast-paced, dramatic conclusion in the Broken Hearts and Revenge series, Hearts, Fingers, and Other Things to Cross.

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Hearts, Fingers, And Other Things to Cross, Katie Finn

Hearts, Fingers, and Other Things to Cross by Katie Finn just doesn’t compare to the rest of the books in the Broken Hearts and Revenge series. The concept is not as fun and upbeat as the first books, since it is all about two girls trying to get their parents to divorce because they don’t want to be sisters. I also didn’t enjoy the main character’s immature actions and the unrealistic plot. I had such high hopes for this conclusion, but unfortunately, I was let down. Continue reading →

The Unexpected Everything, Morgan Matson

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The Unexpected Everything, Morgan Matson

The Unexpected Everything by Morgan Matson Book Club! Back in the spring, I had the opportunity to read and review Morgan Matson’s The Unexpected Everything. This book is such an enjoyable contemporary that is perfect for summer, as it has such a fun concept and the right elements for beach reading. I kept imagining so many great ideas for my book club as I was reading, that I knew it would be the perfect choice for my summer book club party!

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Revenge, Ice Cream, & Other Things Best Served Cold

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Revenge, Ice Cream, & Other Things Best Served ColdTitle: Revenge, Ice Cream and Other Things Best Served Cold (Broken Hearts and Revenge #2)
Series: Broken Hearts and Revenge #2
Author: Katie Finn, Morgan Matson
Also by this author: Hearts, Fingers, and Other Things to Cross (Broken Hearts & Revenge 3), The Unexpected Everything
Publisher: Feiwel & Friends
Genres: Contemporary, Young Adult Fiction
Publication Date: May 5, 2015
Rating: five-stars
Series Rating: four-stars

Summary (from Goodreads):

The war rages on between Gemma and Hallie in the second installment of the Broken Hearts and Revenge series.

After the humiliating events on the 4th of July, Gemma's trying to handle the fact that Hallie knew who she was all along, and she was the one who stole Teddy from her. Gemma vows revenge, but things get more complicated than she planned. Ford, Gemma’s long-time crush, has arrived in the Hamptons cuter than ever. Josh is refusing to speak to her after she lied to him, and Teddy is playing champion to his beloved Marsh Warbler (in Gemma's backyard, no less).

Gemma and Hallie find themselves locked in an escalating revenge cycle. Just when Gemma thinks she has the upper hand, the biggest bombshell of all is dropped. And it’s one that threatens to change her life forever. This exciting sequel to Broken Hearts, Fences, and Other Things To Mend will leave you begging for the third instalment. 

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Revenge, Ice Cream & Other Things Best Served Cold

Revenge, Ice Cream, and Other Things Best Served Cold by Katie Finn is the perfect summer read. It is set in a luxurious town with private beaches and contains plenty of revengeful actions. Gemma and Hallie, two girls who loathe each other make the book hilarious to read and almost impossible to put down! Continue reading →