I had my slowest reading month yet this year. I am still recovering from a cold that knocked me off my feet. I usually read a lot when I was sick, but I could not get my brain and eyes to cooperate. The books I read were generally pretty good though, so I had an enjoyable reading month!
- Books Read – 16
- Pages Read – 5,717
- Average Pages/Day – 184
- Average Days Per Book – 1.94
Five-Star Read
Such a delightful and quirky read. The format of the novel and the nature of the characters allows the reader to explore war-time themes without being overwhelmed with darkness and sadness. I loved the characters, the setting, and the format! I am so happy they are making a movie so I can enjoy this story again in a new medium.
4.5-Star Reads
A Court of Frost and Starlight: I love this series. I love Rhys (and Feyre with Rhys) and their friends. I was very excited to take a peek into their world again. 🙂 I knew this was meant to be a “bridge” novella, so I wasn’t disappointed by the length or lack of a dynamic plot. Sarah J. Maas writes books I enjoy and this was no exception. And, it accomplished its goal of making me super impatient for the next one!
Dread Nation: The book’s description drew me in, and I was not disappointed. I love how the created world allows the author to explore various issues in a unique way. I adored the main character. I often find female protagonists annoying or okay at best, but I really enjoyed Jane and her perspective. Goodreads suggests this is the first in a series, and I will definitely read another if that is true! 🙂
Four-Star Reads
To Kill a Kingdom: A fun, but somewhat darker siren book. I liked both the main characters and appreciated their consistency and development.
Words in Deep Blue: I enjoyed a lot about this book. I loved the bookstore setting. I love reading about relationships between people who have “history.” It’s a favorite “trope.” I was also affected by the minor characters and their stories. Lots of feels in this one.
Women & Power: I found the essays to be thought-provoking and interesting. The hubs and I had a lot of discussions after I finished, which is always a nice “perk” after finishing a book. I am looking forward to reading SPQR.
Caryn Considers 