Twitter summary: A girl grows up on a remote island with only her father, who teaches her to rely on her senses above all else. The good: This book makes me want to stop and smell the roses or breathe in the salty ocean air. It is easy to forget how our bodies know exactlyContinue reading “The Scent Keeper by Erica Bauermeister”
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Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng
Twitter summary: A mother-daughter duo come to a perfectly planned town and influence every member of the Richardson household. The good: This is my second* time reading the book, with this time for my work book club, and again, I was beyond engrossed in the book. Ng tells a marvelous tale layering in plot linesContinue reading “Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng”
The Antidote for Everything by Kimmery Martin
Twitter summary: A doctor wrongly accused and his ever (maybe even overly) loyal friend attempts to rectify the situation. The good: Martin weaves a web of complicated characters and slowly unraveling plot points. Georgia’s dedication to Jonah is commendable but on the flip side, demonstrates realistically how far we’re willing to go for a lovedContinue reading “The Antidote for Everything by Kimmery Martin”
City of Ashes by Cassandra Clare
Twitter summary: Sister and brother (and their team) try to escape* from their evil father. The good: Clary’s development – slowly but surely she is shedding her young helpless shell and growing into the protagonist role. She still has miles to go but I’m starting to get on board with her character (with the exceptionContinue reading “City of Ashes by Cassandra Clare”
Serpent & Dove by Shelby Mahurin
Twitter summary: Sworn enemies meet and must navigate a difficult situation while slowly falling in love. The good: I appreciated how Mahurin revealed each aspect of the plot and character development bit by bit. There wasn’t an overindulgence of superfluous details nor an annoying drawn out love triangle. Lou and Reid’s love story captured myContinue reading “Serpent & Dove by Shelby Mahurin”
Unboxing: House of Earth and Blood Authored Signed
On one Friday at 12pm, I diligently logged onto a website to order my copy House of Earth and Blood that would be virtually signed by the one and only Sarah J. Maas! From my book review posted here, you can read that I was beyond excited to read the book (I purchased the e-bookContinue reading “Unboxing: House of Earth and Blood Authored Signed”
City of Bones by Cassandra Clare
Twitter summary: Girl goes clubbing, witnesses a murder and is pulled into a fantasy world while trying to save her mother. The good: Another fantasy world commingling all the usual suspects. Clare has done a fabulous job setting up the storyline for the series… The bad: …but I felt the book was lacking the “gripping,Continue reading “City of Bones by Cassandra Clare”
House of Earth and Blood by Sarah J. Maas
Twitter summary: Bound by blood. Tempted by desire. Unleashed by destiny. Twitter summary 2 (because I couldn’t stop myself): Through love, all is possible. The good: I don’t know where to begin: the characters, this world, the details, Sarah J. Maas, Bryce, Hunt, Danika, Ruhn, the heart-pounding romance, the forever friendships, kick-ass angels, wings (aContinue reading “House of Earth and Blood by Sarah J. Maas”
Red, White & Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston
Twitter summary: What happens when America’s First Son falls in love with the Prince of Wales? The good: I felt all the emotions when reading this book and to me, that’s a sign that the author has curated a well-balanced and thoughtful story The bad: Predictable plot line but I didn’t even think about howContinue reading “Red, White & Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston”
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