Hello everyone and welcome to my monthly wrap-up! This month I read a total of 3 books. I unfortunately did not read as much as I would've liked this month, but thought I would share. Also with this month's post I am going to start including my star ratings next to each title. So lets get to it!
1. Other Words for Home by Jasmine Warga (4/5)
This book follows the character Jude as a teenage immigrant from Syria. Her and her mother moved to the United States shortly after the civil war in Syria started, leaving her brother and father behind. We see her try to navigate her new life as well as the struggle of learning English. I really liked that we see how it was difficult for her to adapt to her new life in the states while still worrying and trying to stay in contact with her friends and family that have chosen to stay in Syria. I enjoyed her point of view as a Muslim in post-911 America. I did listen to this as an audio-book and would definitely recommend it.
2. Soul of Stars by Ashley Poston (4/5)
Everyone who knows me knows that I LOVED Heart of Iron. It was a surprise for me because I don't normally lean towards the genre all that much. The best way to describe Heart of Iron is Anastasia in space. This is a duo-logy- although part of me wishes it was a trilogy. Jax and Robb are my favorite characters in this book by far. They are EVERYTHING. However, I did wish that we saw more of Ana as she is the main character. I do like that the book switches points of views so we get the unique perspectives. It also will dig up old memories of things that happened way before our main characters came to be and I enjoyed that aspect. I loved the action and the emotional toil on my heart was real in this book. The ending was a little strange to me and I wish that had been different, but overall I did enjoy my reading experience.
3. Queen of Ruin by Tracy Banghart (4/5)
This is the second novel to Grace and Fury, so I went into it with high hopes. I adored Grace and Fury and couldn't wait to follow the story of Nomi and Serina. I love the relationship between the two sisters and how they grow together in the second installment. One of my main complaints about this book is the pacing. It felt like a lot of hurry up and wait. Which for a second book that is also the final book, I felt like it should've been a little faster paced. The romances were also a little flat to me. So while I loved the sisters, this just wasn't my favorite.
So that is it for this month! Here are some of the books on my TBR for next month. A * means I am currently reading the book.
The Beautiful by Renee
Everything All At Once by Ivy Cayden
King of Fools by Amanda Foody
Sorcery of Thorns by Margaret Rogerson *
A Question of Holmes by Brittany Cavallaro
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Books I've Read This Month May 2019
Hey everyone! So sorry for the long hiatus. Things have been hectic, to say the least. Unfortunately this month I haven't been able to complete as many books as I would've liked, but I thought I would share them with you.
1. Daisy Jones & The Six by Taylor Jenkins Reid
So if you enjoyed The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo, you must read this novel as well. I'm in love with the characters that Reid creates and how they develop throughout the story. This novel is about a fictional rock band in the 60's and it feels so real, I had to remind myself multiple times that this was a work of fiction. All the band members and their significant others are reminiscing on how Daisy Jones & the Six become what they were. I would highly suggest listening to this story as it is a full cast and really adds something to it.
2. Lady Smoke by Laura Sebastian
This is the second book to Ash Princess and it was everything that I wanted it to be. I loved the first book and could not wait for the continuation of the story. Obviously I can't really discuss what this book is about since it is the second one, but if you love fantasy, kingdoms, and a rebel queen, you will like this series.
3. The Female of the Species by Mindy McGinnis
This is another novel where I listened to the audio book as a suggestion by a friend. It started out interesting and fast paced, but somewhere along the way I started to lose interest. I don't know what about the story didn't appeal to me as much as I thought it would. One of the main characters sisters was found murdered and found in the woods and after she is found, the town is still reeling from the event. It was interesting to see how the murder affected everyone differently and how their lives intertwined. No spoilers, but I also was not a big fan of the ending. Overall I gave it 3.5 stars. Not my favorite read, but interesting enough.
4. Evermore by Sara Holland
This is another book that is the second in a series. I'm trying to finish series that I have started, is it obvious? While I did enjoy the first book more, I still enjoyed this one as well. I read it in about two days so that is always a good sign. This is a fantasy world that is based on the idea of time as currency and the poor have very little time. therefore shorter lives, while the rich enjoy long lives. The main character goes to Everless to earn more time for her father that is running out of time. This book is obviously continuing the story of the first one and I love where it went.
So that is it for this month! Here are some of the books on my TBR for next month (although I don't think I'll be able to get to all of them- here's to hoping!). A * means I am currently reading the book.
King of Fools by Amanda Foody
The Case for Jamie by Brittany Cavallaro*
Furyborn by Claire Legend*
War Storm by Victoria Aveyard
Finale by Stephanie Garber
Please don't forget to also check out my YouTube channel!
1. Daisy Jones & The Six by Taylor Jenkins Reid
So if you enjoyed The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo, you must read this novel as well. I'm in love with the characters that Reid creates and how they develop throughout the story. This novel is about a fictional rock band in the 60's and it feels so real, I had to remind myself multiple times that this was a work of fiction. All the band members and their significant others are reminiscing on how Daisy Jones & the Six become what they were. I would highly suggest listening to this story as it is a full cast and really adds something to it.
2. Lady Smoke by Laura Sebastian
This is the second book to Ash Princess and it was everything that I wanted it to be. I loved the first book and could not wait for the continuation of the story. Obviously I can't really discuss what this book is about since it is the second one, but if you love fantasy, kingdoms, and a rebel queen, you will like this series.
3. The Female of the Species by Mindy McGinnis
This is another novel where I listened to the audio book as a suggestion by a friend. It started out interesting and fast paced, but somewhere along the way I started to lose interest. I don't know what about the story didn't appeal to me as much as I thought it would. One of the main characters sisters was found murdered and found in the woods and after she is found, the town is still reeling from the event. It was interesting to see how the murder affected everyone differently and how their lives intertwined. No spoilers, but I also was not a big fan of the ending. Overall I gave it 3.5 stars. Not my favorite read, but interesting enough.
4. Evermore by Sara Holland
This is another book that is the second in a series. I'm trying to finish series that I have started, is it obvious? While I did enjoy the first book more, I still enjoyed this one as well. I read it in about two days so that is always a good sign. This is a fantasy world that is based on the idea of time as currency and the poor have very little time. therefore shorter lives, while the rich enjoy long lives. The main character goes to Everless to earn more time for her father that is running out of time. This book is obviously continuing the story of the first one and I love where it went.
So that is it for this month! Here are some of the books on my TBR for next month (although I don't think I'll be able to get to all of them- here's to hoping!). A * means I am currently reading the book.
King of Fools by Amanda Foody
The Case for Jamie by Brittany Cavallaro*
Furyborn by Claire Legend*
War Storm by Victoria Aveyard
Finale by Stephanie Garber
Please don't forget to also check out my YouTube channel!
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