Kristin Hannah’s, The Nightingale is one of my favorite WWII books due to it's creativity and writing style. After I read that, I knew I had to read more of her books. I finally listened to Between Sisters and although it won't be making my favorites list, I really enjoyed this story of familial love.
Read MoreAlthough this book was very well-written, I found it hard to believe it deserved the Pulitzer and I was not awed or shocked by the story line. In fact, I found myself bored many many times and skimming just so I could finish it sooner.
Read MoreThis is my first 5/5 star read of 2019 which seems kind of crazy since it's already April and I've almost read about 30 books. It is so beautifully written and perfectly balances a story of growing up and survival along with a murder mystery that makes every page so intriguing and enthralling that so many readers will find themselves enjoying it.
Read MoreIt is a darker fantasy novel but almost reads like a fairytale which is why I found it such a compelling read. It contradicts itself just enough to pull you in and capture you in the intriguing plot and characters that you never went to let go. Luckily, there are more installments to this series that I'll be able to read very soon!
Read MoreOverall, I enjoyed it and was happy to listen to the book that I've been seeing pop-up in a lot of places. However, I feel like I only got so much out of this book and at times I felt like Manson was just reiterating the same few points over and over again.
Read MoreI recently watched Marie Kondō's Netflix Series and became mildly obsessed with the idea of decluttering and then reorganizing; so I decided to also read her book that started it all. Although a bit ridiculous at times-I'm not about to say hello and thank you to my clothes throughout the day- I did get some great advice from reading this book.
Read MoreThis epic saga has a bit of everything; damsels in distress, sword fights, spies, sword fights, a villainous conniving woman, romance, loyalty, friendship, murder, scandal and yes, more sword fights.
Read MoreThis book is mostly about a talented woman's life. It's about her growing up and ultimately about being thrust into an influential and very public position that she never wanted to begin with. I enjoyed the majority of this book but also was a bit underwhelmed.
Read MoreI enjoyed the first few books of this series but then felt like it started to drag out without really adding much substance and this book specifically was very difficult to finish but I had to since it was the final installment.
Read MoreThis book was a pretty typical shifter romance and I was expecting all the typical moments and thus wasn’t upset by the predictability as that’s really what you’re hoping for in a shifter romance. It’s part of a larger series but definitely can standalone, you don’t need to read the earlier books to understand what is going on.
Read MoreEvery time I get scared that the next installment in this Wayward Children series by Seanan McGuire is going to be the one that tanks, I am shocked all over again that it is just as perfect as the last. Although not my favorite so far of the series, In An Absent Dream is still a beautiful fairy tale that truly captivated me from beginning to end.
Read MoreI listened to the audio version of this book read by Rachel Hollis herself because a few co-workers suggested it. I hadn't seen all the reviews beforehand, and woah are they a mix of hate and obsession! I fall somewhere in the middle for this one as there were certain chapters that were good and entertaining, but other chapters were a bit ridiculous.
Read MoreWow, this book. I don't always like family sagas that cross several generations as I feel like so many of the characters are lost and don't really get developed enough to make the story compelling. But Gyasi created such rich characters for each generation and covered so much history I'm in awe.
Read MoreI was pleasantly surprised by this book and absolutely enjoyed every bit of it. The concept and story line was so unique and felt so real, I could not stop reading and had to know what happened to the main characters.
Read MoreA Place For Us, The Dead Zone, The Night Tiger and The Kiss Quotient. As well as what I was reading in 2018 and 2017 (i.e Ready Player One and All The Ugly and Wonderful Things).
Read MoreI have tried reading many many family dramas in my past and I've only liked maybe 1 or 2, so I just know it's not my genre and to stay away. Well, my book club chose this book for January and I am so beyond glad they did as I would have never been able to enjoy this book so thoroughly otherwise!
Read MoreThis was only the second of Stephen King's books that I've read; the first being The Green Mile and I enjoyed every moment of The Dead Zone even with the roller coaster of emotions it created. This is a tragic hero in its finest.
Read MoreThe Song of Achilles and The Kiss Quotient and what I was reading in 2018 and 2017 (i.e The Gift of the Magi and The Glass Castle).
Read MoreI was really excited about this book based on the description and that it won Goodread’s 2018 Best of Romance Award. I’m all for a good typical and predictable romance book. But quickly, this book only focuses on the sex and hidden emotions and loses sight of the uniqueness of the characters.
Read MoreThis novel by Yangsze Choo was beautifully written and included so many things that make a fantastic story; mystery, history, magical realism and romance. There was also ancient Chinese folklore surrounding a tiger and restless spirits, which lead to significant superstition from the community members.
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