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‘Revealers’ gives readers new spin on witches

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By Lauren Holstner

Revealers by Amanda Marrone has readers starving for more.

Jules is, at first glance, an ordinary teenager with ordinary troubles in an ordinary world.  However, first glances often lie: Jules is a witch in a coven that hunts other nightmares and protects the world with their old ways.

Jules is rebellious, though, the most rebellious in the coven, who happens to have a massive crush on Connor, the head witch’s son. Trying to solve the problem of why the other witches, who have already become of age, are so scared and nervous all the time, Jules definitely has her hands full.  Jules tries to solve the mystery and save her friends from a power none of them has ever seen before.

This book has amazing details and plot like no one’s ever thought of before with witches going alongside demons and against their own kind, making readers wish for more.  I loved the storyline and how it made me never want to set the book down since it is always throwing more twists at the reader.  From the characters to the action, this is a great book that I loved, and wish it was longer.

I think this book adds a new spin on an old story in a way that makes readers starve for more, or at least wish for it, with its twists and turns; along with the characters it makes a great read for any occasion, well almost any.

I recommend this book for anyone that loves to read or just likes the occasional fiction; this book is perfect for anyone who likes new twists on old things.

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Cynthia Hand makes the imagination run wild in ‘Unearthly’

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By Lauren Holstner

Unearthly by Cynthia Hand is an amazing story about angel bloods. Angel bloods are people who either have an angel or half angel for a parent.  Each angel blood is put on earth for a purpose, and they have wings that they can call from nowhere and powers beyond belief.

When Clara Gardner learns she was an angel blood, she gets a vision of her purpose, sending her whole family from California to Wyoming, where she is supposed to go to a raging forest fire and meet a mysterious boy, though things start turning upside down and spin out of control.

From the beginning to end, I could not set this book down. Its details are amazing and every page leaves readers wanting more.  This story is marvelous, one of the best books I have read in a long time.  The story line is filled with hilarious teenage problems, and being a new student at a new school comes into the mix and makes it even richer in detail.

This book will leave you craving more, and it helps that this is the first in the series.  Even the cover of the book is enticing; I would never have read this if the cover hadn’t drawn me to it. I loved this book and I think anyone who loves to read should read it, too.

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CC Spa provides relaxing experience

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By Allison Werner

“Relax and de-stress.” These are the words I hear as I am about to get a facial. From the soothing voice of the esthetician doing my facial to the calming music in the background, CC Spa is anything but stressful.

First up was my 30-minute facial. I have never had a facial before and the only time I have heard of someone getting them are on T.V., or if they are rich. I loved getting a facial and will definitely get one again.

Usually the massage is the most relaxing part, but I have to say I think I was more relaxed during the facial. The esthetician first took a water soaked towel and put it on my face. After that, she put GLO clear complexion pads on my face. These are especially good if you have acne-prone skin. Every time she put a different product on me, she would then take more water and cleanse it again. This really helped the products soak into my skin and not all combine together and make my skin have more acne. When she put the products on, she would rub them in by making big circular motions.

Along with the soothing music in the background, it made me forget all my worries for a minute. I was not even thinking about the homework I still had left to do. A facial was the most relaxing thing I have ever had and will definitely be getting more in the future.

After my facial, I had a massage. Now I have had a massage there before so I knew what to expect. Like the facial room, it too had relaxing music playing. Like most people, this helps me unwind and gets my mind off my worries. I had my back and neck massaged and I could tell my back was definitely knotted. The reason is from constantly carrying around a heavy backpack. Unfortunately last time I went there, I had the same problem. Because of this, it caused the same effect:  A sore and sensitive back. The massage therapist suggested that I get them more often to take out the knots. Most people love massages and when my back does not hurt, I see why. It can be a stress reliever. I would also like to add this was not the person’s fault who massaged me. She was using the lightest touch on me.

If one is not into getting a facial or massage, CC Spa has other services to offer. Relax and get a manicure or pedicure, or just stop in to buy GLO products. They offer GLO makeup products and skincare. The atmosphere of the place, as it should be, is also very relaxing. With calm music, comfy couches, and the right lighting, this spa hit all the right marks in my opinion.

All in all, I would most definitely come back again. From the services offered to a relaxing atmosphere, CC Spa is a must visit on my list. Do not waste time searching for a spa that charges hundreds of dollars for one service, come to a spa that will not break the bank.