Advanced Review Copy and a book I won!!!

I received two books today in the mail and I am really excited about reviewing both titles.

The first one is " Patton, The Pursuit of Destiny," by Agostino Von Hassell and Ed Breslin.





"General George Patton was known for carrying pistols with ivory handles and for his intemperate manner, but it’s his outspoken advocacy for tanks that carved his place in history, not only as a military pioneer, but as one of the most colorful and controversial American generals of the twentieth century.

Patton was impulsive, impatient, and would often disregard higher command when he felt his methods or tactics would achieve the desired result. He is remembered for his fierce determination and ability to lead soldiers. Unlike most generals, he wasn’t content to stay behind enemy lines and watch the battle from afar. He developed a system that allowed him to be on the frontlines and maintain communication with his rear command post by means of pigeons and a group of runners.

His uncompromising will and character were the basis of his successful crusade across Western Europe during World War II, forever defining him as one of the most successful field commanders of any war. " (http://www.thomasnelson.com)

Once this book is released it will be available in Hard Cover, Kindle and Audio, CD, Audiboook, CD, and Unabridged.
This book I was picked to review for the company in advance which is cool because I love to read new and interesting things!


The second book I received (totally different company) is "The Recessionistas (A novel of the once rich and powerful)" by Alexandra Lebenthal.



This one is actually just a review copy and not an advanced review since it is already out for sale. This is Alexandra Lebenthal's debut novel. " The debut novel from CEO and socialite Lebenthal is about four socialites whose perfect Upper East Side lives get turned upside down when the economic collapse wreaks havoc on their pampered existences. " (http://www.hamptons.com)

I won this through a contest /sweepstakes through Hachette Book Group.

Here is a few other places holding contest(s) to win books :

*WIN a copy of the City of Veils by ZOE FERRARIS

You have to sign up for the newsletter, back browse to the page before hand and fill out the really simple form. I did it and won The Recessionista! The drawing for this book will be on August 26, 2010!

* Win a copy of THE FOUR FINGERS OF DEATH by Rick Moody!

You have to sign up for the newsletter and fill out a simple form . The drawing for this book is on August 26, 2010.

* On the Book Loons website there is a bunch of different contest links you can go to for winning books and a variety of other goodies. You just have to go down the line to find out what might interest you!

Some of those are monthly contests so just bookmark that site!



GOOD LUCK WINNING!

And look to this blog for my book review on Patton and the Recessionista!