Hello friends!

I hope you’re all well! It’s time for a new TBR post, this time for the month of September. I haven’t done one of these in a while, but this month I’m coming back to give you an update on my reading plans!

Since I’ve been struggling with time and energy lately, I’ve decided to focus mostly on audiobooks and standalones (for the most part) in September! I’ve also been very into thrillers lately, so you’ll see in a bit that that’s where most of my planning went to. I’m just not in the right headspace to read physical/digital books at the moment, and it’s okay!

So without further ado, here are the books I’m planning on reading next:

Yup, this is the list I have to share!

1. The Sun Down Motel by Simone St. James

This book has been calling me for a very long time! A thriller with a small motel as a background? Sign me up! I don’t know a lot about this, but I prefer it that way. We’ll see how it goes!

Synopsis

“The secrets lurking in a rundown roadside motel ensnare a young woman, just as they did her aunt thirty-five years before, in this new atmospheric suspense novel from the national bestselling and award-winning author of The Broken Girls.
Upstate NY, 1982. Every small town like Fell, New York, has a place like the Sun Down Motel. Some customers are from out of town, passing through on their way to someplace better. Some are locals, trying to hide their secrets. Viv Delaney works as the night clerk to pay for her move to New York City. But something isn’t right at the Sun Down, and before long she’s determined to uncover all of the secrets hidden…”

2. Tokyo Ever After (Tokyo Ever After #1) by Emiko Jean

To balance things out a little, I decided to add a lighter read, and this was my choice! It seems to be a really cute duology, so why not? It’s giving “princess of Genovia but in Japan” vibes, and I’m here for it! Also, it has really good reviews, so I’m excited to read this story.

Synopsis

“Izumi Tanaka has never really felt like she fit in—it isn’t easy being Japanese American in her small, mostly white, northern California town. Raised by a single mother, it’s always been Izumi—or Izzy, because “It’s easier this way”—and her mom against the world. But then Izzy discovers a clue to her previously unknown father’s identity… and he’s none other than the Crown Prince of Japan. Which means outspoken, irreverent Izzy is literally a princess.
In a whirlwind, Izzy travels to Japan to meet the father she never knew and discover the country she always dreamed of. But being a princess isn’t all ball gowns and tiaras. There are conniving cousins, a hungry press, a scowling but handsome bodyguard who just might be her soulmate, and thousands of years of tradition and customs to learn practically overnight.
Izzy soon finds herself caught between worlds, and between versions of herself—back home, she was never “American” enough, and in Japan, she must prove she’s “Japanese” enough. Will Izumi crumble under the weight of the crown, or will she live out her fairytale, happily ever after?”

3. Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (Harry Potter #4) by J.K. Rowling

I’m soooo excited for this book! This was one of my favorite Harry Potter movies, so I’m very excited to see what the book is all about. I believe this will have more detail that has never reached the movie, so I’m very curious to know what I’ll learn. I just know I’m going to have a great time reading this.

Synopsis

“Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire is the pivotal fourth novel in the seven-part tale of Harry Potter’s training as a wizard and his coming of age. Harry wants to get away from the pernicious Dursleys and go to the International Quidditch Cup with Hermione, Ron, and the Weasleys. He wants to dream about Cho Chang, his crush (and maybe do more than dream). He wants to find out about the mysterious event involving two other rival schools of magic, and a competition that hasn’t happened for a hundred years. He wants to be a normal, fourteen-year-old wizard. Unfortunately for Harry Potter, he’s not normal — even by wizarding standards.
And in this case, different can be deadly.“

4. Not Quite Dead Yet by Holly Jackson

I absolutely adore Holly Jackson’s books, and I recently found out she published this book in July, so I immediately added this to my Goodreads TBR… and now I’m planning on reading this in September! As far as I know, this is an adult thriller – for reference, her other books are mostly YA thrillers -, and it seems like a really cool book, so I’m excited to read it!

Synopsis

“In seven days Jet Mason will be dead.
Jet is the daughter of one of the wealthiest families in Woodstock, Vermont. Twenty-seven years old, she’s still waiting for her life to begin. I’ll do it later, she always says. She has time.
Until Halloween night, when Jet is violently attacked by an unseen intruder.
She suffers a catastrophic head injury. The doctor is certain that within a week, the injury will trigger a deadly aneurysm.
Jet has never thought of herself as having enemies. But now she looks at everyone in a new light: her family, her former best friend turned sister-in-law, her ex-boyfriend.
She has at most seven days, and as her condition deteriorates she has only her childhood friend Billy for help. But nevertheless, she’s absolutely determined to finally finish something:
Jet is going to solve her own murder.”

5. The Golden Couple by Greer Hendricks & Sarah Pekkanen

Another thriller I’ve had on my watch list for a while now. I only know this is a thriller with a couple as the center of the drama, as the name indicates. Seems to be a popular book with good reviews, so I have high hopes!

Synopsis

“Wealthy Washington suburbanites Marissa and Matthew Bishop seem to have it all—until Marissa is unfaithful. Beneath their veneer of perfection is a relationship riven by work and a lack of intimacy. She wants to repair things for the sake of their eight-year-old son and because she loves her husband. Enter Avery Chambers.
Avery is a therapist who lost her professional license. Still, it doesn’t stop her from counseling those in crisis, though they have to adhere to her unorthodox methods. And the Bishops are desperate.
When they glide through Avery’s door and Marissa reveals her infidelity, all three are set on a collision course. Because the biggest secrets in the room are still hidden, and it’s no longer simply a marriage that’s in danger.”

6. Nine Lives by Peter Swanson

Peter Swanson’s books can be either hits or misses with me, so I’m keeping my guard up for this one. I want to go into it without knowing too much, so it will be a surprise. I just hope it’s a good story!

Synopsis

“Nine strangers receive a list with their names on it in the mail. Nothing else, just a list of names on a single sheet of paper. None of the nine people know or have ever met the others on the list. They dismiss it as junk mail, a fluke – until very, very bad things begin happening to people on the list. First, a well-liked old man is drowned on a beach in the small town of Kennewick, Maine. Then, a father is shot in the back while running through his quiet neighborhood in suburban Massachusetts. A frightening pattern is emerging, but what do these nine people have in common? Their professions range from oncology nurse to aspiring actor.
FBI agent Jessica Winslow, who is on the list herself, is determined to find out. Could there be some dark secret that binds them all together? Or is this the work of a murderous madman? As the mysterious sender stalks these nine strangers, they find themselves constantly looking over their shoulders, wondering who will be crossed off next….”

Aaaand there you have it friends, my TBR list! As usual, I hope you liked this post! Let me know if you have any recommendations for me. You know I’m always grateful for those!

Thank you for reading, have a great day!

Hello friends!

I know I’ve been MIA lately, but I still wanted to give you an update on my reading! I’m taking a bit of a break at the moment, but I’ll be back soon. 🙂

If you read my latest post on How I Create My Monthly TBR Lists, you already know my magical formula to create a fantastic reading month that fits me, my reading goals, and my available time. This is the formula I’m planning on sticking to for this year:

📖 At least 1 paperback
🎧 2 audiobooks
📱 1 ebook
📚 1 manga volume

Other rules include: reading 3 different genres, 1 book from a series, and 1 book from my 30 Oldest Books on my TBR list. It seems like a lot, but it’s really not!

But… well, this month things will be a little different! Since I’ve been struggling a lot with time and energy lately, I’ve decided to focus not only on audiobooks in June, but also on series I’m really enjoying at the moment! I’m still planning on listening to 6 books, but it will only be in the audiobook format. I’m just not in the right headspace to read physical/digital books at the moment, and it’s okay!

So without further ado, here are the books I’m planning on reading next:

Yup, this is the list I have to share with you today! Let’s take a closer look:

1. New Moon (The Twilight Saga #2) by Stephanie Meyer

I enjoyed the first book, and I’m excited to read the rest of the story! To be honest, it’s a little “Wattpad-y” for my taste, but I’m still enjoying it for what it is. We’ll see how the story progresses!

Synopsis

“For Bella Swan, there is one thing more important than life itself: Edward Cullen. But being in love with a vampire is even more dangerous than Bella could ever have imagined. Edward has already rescued Bella from the clutches of one evil vampire, but now, as their daring relationship threatens all that is near and dear to them, they realize their troubles may be just beginning…”

2. Eclipse (The Twilight Saga #3) by Stephanie Meyer

I decided to add one more book from the Twilight Saga! I think it will be doable to read two books from this series in June.

Synopsis

“”BELLA?”
Edward’s soft voice came from behind me. I turned to see him spring lightly up the porch steps, his hair windblown from running. He pulled me into his arms at once, just like he had in the parking lot, and kissed me again.
This kiss frightened me. There was too much tension, too strong an edge to the way his lips crushed mine – like he was afraid we had only so much time left to us.
As Seattle is ravaged by a string of mysterious killings and a malicious vampire continues her quest for revenge, Bella once again finds herself surrounded by danger. In the midst of it all, she is forced to choose between her love for Edward and her friendship with Jacob – knowing that her decision has the potential to ignite the ageless struggle between vampire and werewolf. With her graduation quickly approaching, Bella has one more decision to make: life or death. But which is which?”

3. Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (Harry Potter #4) by J.K. Rowling

I’m soooo excited for this book! This was one of my favorite Harry Potter movies, so I’m very excited to see what the book is all about. I believe this will have more detail that has never reached the movie, so I’m very curious to know what I’ll learn. I just know I’m going to have a great time reading this.

Synopsis

“Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire is the pivotal fourth novel in the seven-part tale of Harry Potter’s training as a wizard and his coming of age. Harry wants to get away from the pernicious Dursleys and go to the International Quidditch Cup with Hermione, Ron, and the Weasleys. He wants to dream about Cho Chang, his crush (and maybe do more than dream). He wants to find out about the mysterious event involving two other rival schools of magic, and a competition that hasn’t happened for a hundred years. He wants to be a normal, fourteen-year-old wizard. Unfortunately for Harry Potter, he’s not normal — even by wizarding standards.
And in this case, different can be deadly.“

4. Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (Harry Potter #5) by J.K. Rowling

I already know I’m going to have trouble NOT grabbing the next book, so there’s no point in not adding it to the June TBR… so here it is! I’m having so much fun reading this series, and I already know I’m going to keep rereading it for the rest of my life. I’m also curious to discover all the things the movies never mentioned!

Synopsis

“It’s official: the evil Lord Voldemort has returned. His influence is suddenly everywhere in the Wizarding world, and his former allies, the Death Eaters, are returning to his side in droves. In response, the Order of the Phoenix, which worked to stop him during his last rise to power, has reconvened. This time, all of the adults Harry trusts have joined in. And even though Harry is at the center of many of their plans — Voldemort is intent on killing him, after all — they want so badly to protect him that they are keeping him completely out of the loop. Problems are cropping up at Hogwarts, too, where government officials are meddling in just about everything. And just because Voldemort and the Death Eaters are threatening open warfare does not mean that fifth–year students get out of their exams. Meanwhile, Harry’s powerful connection to Voldemort seems to be growing even stronger, as he realizes that he has direct access to the Dark Lord’s mind. It’s time for Harry and his friends to take drastic action, but the course they choose will have terrible unforeseen consequences. Truly dangerous times have arrived in the fifth Harry Potter novel, but it never loses the trademark fun, excitement, and wonder at the possibilities of magic.”

5. Swifted and Saddled (Rebel Blue Ranch #2) by Lyla Sage

I liked the first book, but I’m hoping the books after that will be even better! So this story is about Wes, who is Emmy’s brother! He seems sweet, so I’m curious to read about his love story. I don’t have high expectations for this book, so I won’t be disappointed in case I don’t like the story… if I’m being honest, I’m more curious about Gus and Teddy’s story (the book after this one)! We’ll see.

Synopsis

“She’s the city girl who refuses to be saddled with a man. He’s the cowboy who wants her anyway.
The last thing Ada Hart needs is a man to take care of her. Not anymore. After failing out of her interior design program and the disaster that was her short-lived marriage, Ada clawed her way up from her rock bottom. Now, the only person she trusts is herself, and that has gotten her further than ever before. She has her own business, and one of the largest ranches in Wyoming just hired her for the most important project of her career.
When Ada arrives in Meadowlark, she finds herself in a dive bar where she can’t seem to shake the eyes of a handsome cowboy. When she leads him to the back of the bar, he leaves her with a kiss that most people can only fantasize about. She almost regrets that she’ll never see him again . . . except it turns out he’s her new boss.
Weston Ryder is a happy guy. Even happier now that the mystery woman from the bar is the interior designer for his dream project on his family’s ranch. He feels like he hit the jackpot. It’s too bad she wants absolutely nothing to do with him outside of work. Ada is convinced the pull she feels toward Wes will go away, but Wes can’t stop thinking about her. Even though walls are coming down around Rebel Blue, Ada’s walls are firmly in place.
Can they make it through this project without giving in? Or will they both put their dreams on the line for a chance at love?”

6. Tokyo Ever After (Tokyo Ever After #1) by Emiko Jean

To balance things out a little, I decided to add a lighter read, and this was my choice! It seems to be a really cute duology, so why not? It’s giving “princess of Genovia but in Japan” vibes, and I’m here for it! Also, it has really good reviews, so I’m excited to read this story.

Synopsis

“Izumi Tanaka has never really felt like she fit in—it isn’t easy being Japanese American in her small, mostly white, northern California town. Raised by a single mother, it’s always been Izumi—or Izzy, because “It’s easier this way”—and her mom against the world. But then Izzy discovers a clue to her previously unknown father’s identity… and he’s none other than the Crown Prince of Japan. Which means outspoken, irreverent Izzy is literally a princess.
In a whirlwind, Izzy travels to Japan to meet the father she never knew and discover the country she always dreamed of. But being a princess isn’t all ball gowns and tiaras. There are conniving cousins, a hungry press, a scowling but handsome bodyguard who just might be her soulmate, and thousands of years of tradition and customs to learn practically overnight.
Izzy soon finds herself caught between worlds, and between versions of herself—back home, she was never “American” enough, and in Japan, she must prove she’s “Japanese” enough. Will Izumi crumble under the weight of the crown, or will she live out her fairytale, happily ever after?”

Aaaand there you have it friends, my TBR list! As usual, I hope you liked this post! Let me know if you have any recommendations for me. You know I’m always grateful for those!

Thank you for reading, have a great day!

Hello friends!

I hope you’re all doing well! May is right around the corner, which means it’s time for me to share my TBR for the next month!

If you read my latest post on How I Create My Monthly TBR Lists, you already know my magical formula to create a fantastic reading month that fits me, my reading goals, and my available time. This is the formula I’m planning on sticking to for this year:

📖 At least 1 paperback
🎧 2 audiobooks
📱 1 ebook
📚 1 manga volume

Other rules include: reading 3 different genres, 1 book from a series, and 1 book from my 30 Oldest Books on my TBR list. It seems like a lot, but it’s really not!

This month’s lineup is focused mostly on series. I’ll be starting a couple of new series in May and continuing a few more! To be specific, there will be 5 different series and only one standalone in May’s TBR. They’re mostly romance and fantasy series, but you’ll see that in a second!

Also… I’m not super happy about it, but I need to tell you this as well: if you look closely, I have 3 books here that were added to my previous TBR. I had to add these again because last month I didn’t focus a lot on my TBR, so this bottlenecked all the current series I’m reading. So yeah, I’m not super happy about repeating books in my TBR, but this was a necessity this month.

So without further ado, here are the books I’m planning on reading in May:

Yup, this is the list I have to share with you today! Let’s take a closer look:

1. Twilight (The Twilight Saga #1) by Stephanie Meyer

Can you believe I never read this series? I’ve wanted to read it for a very long time, but I never remember it even exists – in fact, it wasn’t even part of my Goodreads TBR, which is crazy! In May, I want to finally give it a go and read it! All I know of Bella’s story comes from the movie adaptations, but I’m sure there’s more to the story for me to learn. I’m very excited about this one!

Synopsis

“When 17 year old Isabella Swan moves to Forks, Washington to live with her father she expects that her new life will be as dull as the town.
But in spite of her awkward manner and low expectations, she finds that her new classmates are drawn to this pale, dark-haired new girl in town. But not, it seems, the Cullen family. These five adopted brothers and sisters obviously prefer their own company and will make no exception for Bella.
Bella is convinced that Edward Cullen in particular hates her, but she feels a strange attraction to him, although his hostility makes her feel almost physically ill. He seems determined to push her away – until, that is, he saves her life from an out of control car.
Bella will soon discover that there is a very good reason for Edward’s coldness. He, and his family, are vampires – and he knows how dangerous it is for others to get too close.”

2. Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (Harry Potter #2) by J.K. Rowling

And the Harry Potter fun continues! Now that I read the first book in the series, I’m excited to keep going and move on to the next book, “Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets”. I’m loving this! Is anyone surprised?

Synopsis

“The Dursleys were so mean and hideous that summer that all Harry Potter wanted was to get back to the Hogwarts School for Witchcraft and Wizardry. But just as he’s packing his bags, Harry receives a warning from a strange, impish creature named Dobby who says that if Harry Potter returns to Hogwarts, disaster will strike.
And strike it does. For in Harry’s second year at Hogwarts, fresh torments and horrors arise, including an outrageously stuck-up new professor, Gilderoy Lockhart, a spirit named Moaning Myrtle who haunts the girls’ bathroom, and the unwanted attentions of Ron Weasley’s younger sister, Ginny. But each of these seem minor annoyances when the real trouble begins, and someone, or something, starts turning Hogwarts students to stone. Could it be Draco Malfoy, a more poisonous rival than ever? Could it possibly be Hagrid, whose mysterious past is finally told? Or could it be the one everyone at Hogwarts most suspects: Harry Potter himself?”

3. The Dream Thieves (The Raven Cycle #2) by Maggie Stiefvater

Another Raven Cycle book for May… and this is one of the books I’m a little behind! As you know by now, I’m not super interested in the story. I’ve decided to continue reading it nonetheless. Personally, I find the spirits/fantasy aspect of this book a little weird – I don’t mind the topics as they are, but the plot created using them is not my favorite. With that said, I’m loving the friend group and their dynamics! Let’s see how this book goes; maybe it will get a little better.

Synopsis

“Now that the ley lines around Cabeswater have been woken, nothing for Ronan, Gansey, Blue, and Adam will be the same. Ronan, for one, is falling more and more deeply into his dreams, and his dreams are intruding more and more into waking life. Meanwhile, some very sinister people are looking for some of the same pieces of the Cabeswater puzzle that Gansey is after…”

4. Done and Dusted (Rebel Blue Ranch #1) by Lyla Sage

Another series I’m curious about! I’m not sure if this is in the present or not – the cover sure doesn’t look like it is, but I’m not 100% sure after reading the synopsis. Still, I’m excited to find out since this series has become so popular! We’ll see.

Synopsis

“She’s off-limits, but he’s never been good at following the rules.
For the first time in her life, Clementine “Emmy” Ryder has no idea what she’s doing. She’s accomplished everything on her to-do list. She left her small hometown of Meadowlark, Wyoming; went to college; and made a career for herself by doing her favorite thing: riding horses. But after an accident makes it impossible for her to get back into the saddle, she has no choice but to return to the hometown she always wanted to escape.
Luke Brooks is Meadowlark’s most notorious bad boy, bar owner, and bachelor. He’s also the unofficial fifth member of the Ryder family. As Emmy’s older brother’s best friend, Luke spent most of his childhood antagonizing her. It’s been years since he’s seen her, but when she walks into his bar and back into his life, he can’t take his eyes off her. Despite his better judgment, he wants to do a whole lot more than just look at her.
Emmy’s got too much on her mind to think about romance. And Luke knows he should stay away from his best friend’s younger sister. But what if Luke is just what Emmy needs to get her spark back? Or will they both go up in flames?”

5. The Name Drop by Susan Lee

My only standalone of the month is right here! As I was telling you, this month is going to be a little on the heavier side since it’s mostly composed of series, so a light standalone was very necessary. To be honest, I don’t know much about the plot – all I know is that it’s a YA romance perfect for K-drama fans, and honestly, that’s all I need to be sold on it!

Synopsis

“When Elijah Ri arrives in New York City for an internship at his father’s massive tech company, Haneul Corporation, he expects the royal treatment that comes with being the future CEO—even if that’s the last thing he wants. But instead, he finds himself shuffled into a group of overworked, unpaid interns, all sharing a shoebox apartment for the summer.
When Jessica Lee arrives in New York City, she’s eager to make the most of her internship at Haneul Corporation, even if she’s at the bottom of the corporate ladder. But she’s shocked to be introduced as the new executive-in-training intern with a gorgeous brownstone all to herself.
It doesn’t take long for Elijah and Jessica to discover the source of the mistake: they share the same Korean name. But they decide to stay switched—so Elijah can have a relaxing summer away from his controlling dad while Jessica can make the connections she desperately needs for college recommendations.
As Elijah and Jessica work together to keep up the charade, a spark develops between them. Can they avoid discovery—and total disaster—with their feelings and futures on the line?”

6. Death Note, Vol 10: Deletion by Tsugumi Ohba

Another series I’m behind on, and I’m also trying to finally get to it this month. On a positive note, I’m almost finished with this series – I’m so ready to move on, if I’m being honest! One more Death Note volume to be read this next month.

Synopsis

“With Near openly suspecting the new L of being Kira and sowing doubt in the hearts of the taskforce members, Light is once again forced to pass the Death Note on to another to take the heat off himself. But this time, Kira chooses a disciple from among his true believers. With no way to contact his successor directly, Light must rely on his faithful follower’s adherence to Kira’s goals. Will this newest move bring Light’s ideal world closer to reality? Or will losing control of the Death Note spell Light’s doom?”

Aaaand there you have it friends, my TBR list! As usual, I hope you liked this post! Let me know if you have any recommendations for me. You know I’m always grateful for those!

Thank you for reading, have a great day!

Hello friends!

How are you all doing on this fine, beautiful day? April is just around the corner, which means it’s time for me to share my TBR for the month!

If you read my latest post on How I Create My Monthly TBR Lists, you already know my magical formula to create a fantastic reading month that fits me, my reading goals, and my available time. This is the formula I’m planning on sticking to for this year:

📖 At least 1 paperback
🎧 2 audiobooks
📱 1 ebook
📚 1 manga volume

Other rules include: reading 3 different genres, 1 book from a series, and 1 book from my 30 Oldest Books on my TBR list. It seems like a lot, but it’s really not!

This month’s lineup is looking amazing, but I had to make a last-minute change with one of the books! The original plan was to read the last book of the “Full Throttle” series, “Out of Control”, this month… but I couldn’t wait, so I picked it up immediately after I finished the third book in the series, “Over the Limit”. This means I removed it from my original April TBR! But since I have a ton of books I want to read, this was obviously not an issue and I found a replacement quickly. 🙂

Now that I finished putting together my TBR, let me tell you all about it! I’ve got books from four different series: one I’ll be finishing soon, two I’m in the middle of, and one brand-new addition to the mix! Plus, I also have random non-fiction with a pretty quirky theme and a YA romance added to the mix. So as you see, you’ll find a lot of series this month!

So without further ado, here are the books I’m planning on reading:

This is the list I have to share with you today! Let’s take a closer look:

1. Butts: A Backstory by Heather Radke

What a way to start this list, don’t you agree? I know what you’re probably thinking: “Neide, are you seriously going to read a book about butts?” – and my answer is simple, dear friend: “Absolutely“! It’s no secret I like to read random books about random topics occasionally, and I’ve had this book on my TBR for a while now. Since I was looking for a non-fiction book to add to my monthly TBR… why not grab this one (I mean the book, not the butt)? To be completely honest with you, I have no idea what to expect with this read, but I’m hoping I’ll at least learn something new! I’m pretty sure I’ve read weirder books… I think?

Synopsis

“Whether we love them or hate them, think they’re sexy, think they’re strange, consider them too big, too small, or anywhere in between, humans have a complicated relationship with butts. It is a body part unique to humans, critical to our evolution and survival, and yet it has come to signify so much more: sex, desire, comedy, shame. A woman’s butt, in particular, is forever being assessed, criticized, and objectified, from anxious self-examinations trying on jeans in department store dressing rooms to enduring crass remarks while walking down a street or high school hallways. But why? In Butts: A Backstory, reporter, essayist, and RadioLab contributing editor Heather Radke is determined to find out.
Spanning nearly two centuries, this “whip-smart” (Publishers Weekly, starred review) cultural history takes us from the performance halls of 19th-century London to the aerobics studios of the 1980s, the music video set of Sir Mix-a-Lot’s “Baby Got Back” and the mountains of Arizona, where every year humans and horses race in a feat of gluteal endurance. Along the way, she meets evolutionary biologists who study how butts first developed; models whose measurements have defined jean sizing for millions of women; and the fitness gurus who created fads like “Buns of Steel.” She also examines the central importance of race through figures like Sarah Bartmann, once known as the “Venus Hottentot,” Josephine Baker, Jennifer Lopez, and other women of color whose butts have been idolized, envied, and despised.
Part deep dive reportage, part personal journey, part cabinet of curiosities, Butts is an entertaining, illuminating, and thoughtful examination of why certain silhouettes come in and out of fashion—and how larger ideas about race, control, liberation, and power affect our most private feelings about ourselves and others.”

2. Hunting Adaline (Cat & Mouse #2) by H.D. Carlton

In April, I’ll be reading the second book in the “Cat & Mouse” series! Let me tell you, my friend… this series is absolutely INTENSE and CRAZY. I have no idea what to expect, but I’m really curious to see how it all wraps up!

Synopsis

“The conclusion to the Cat and Mouse Duet is here…
The Diamond
Death walks alongside me,
But the reaper is no match for me.
I’m trapped in a world full of monsters dressed as men, and those who aren’t as they seem.
They won’t keep me forever.
I no longer recognize the person I’ve become,
And I’m fighting to find my way back to the beast who hunts me in the night.
They call me a diamond,
But they’ve only created an angel of death.
The Hunter
I was born a predator,
With ruthlessness ingrained in my bones.
When what’s mine is stolen from me in the night,
Like a diamond hidden within a fortress,
I find that I can no longer contain the beast.
Blood will paint the ground as I tear apart this world to find her.
And bring her back to where she belongs.
No one will escape my wrath,
Especially not those who have betrayed me.”

3. Blue Lily, Lily Blue (The Raven Cycle #3) by Maggie Stiefvater

Honestly, I’m not loving this series, and I can’t quite understand how it has so many great reviews. I’m starting to think nostalgia plays a big role for a lot of readers. To me, it feels a bit dull and filled with odd elements – but I still want to see it through to the end, just to get the full picture. We’ll see how it goes!

Synopsis

“The third installment in the all-new series from the #1 NEW YORK TIMES bestselling author Maggie Stiefvater!
Blue Sargent has found things. For the first time in her life, she has friends she can trust, a group to which she can belong. The Raven Boys have taken her in as one of their own. Their problems have become hers, and her problems have become theirs.
The trick with found things, though, is how easily they can be lost.
Friends can betray.
Mothers can disappear.
Visions can mislead.
Certainties can unravel.”

4. Death Note, Vol 10: Deletion by Tsugumi Ohba

One more Death Note volume on the horizon! I can see the finish line guys!

Synopsis

“With Near openly suspecting the new L of being Kira and sowing doubt in the hearts of the taskforce members, Light is once again forced to pass the Death Note on to another to take the heat off himself. But this time, Kira chooses a disciple from among his true believers. With no way to contact his successor directly, Light must rely on his faithful follower’s adherence to Kira’s goals. Will this newest move bring Light’s ideal world closer to reality? Or will losing control of the Death Note spell Light’s doom?”

5. The Name Drop by Susan Lee

Like I was saying, this spot was originally reserved for the fourth and final book in the “Full Throttle” series, but I just couldn’t resist and ended up reading it right after finishing the third! Since that left this spot open, I went through my romance TBR (because I still wanted something in the same vein) and stumbled upon this gem. To be honest, I don’t know much about the plot – all I know is that it’s a YA romance perfect for K-drama fans, and honestly, that’s all I need to be sold on it!

Synopsis

“When Elijah Ri arrives in New York City for an internship at his father’s massive tech company, Haneul Corporation, he expects the royal treatment that comes with being the future CEO—even if that’s the last thing he wants. But instead, he finds himself shuffled into a group of overworked, unpaid interns, all sharing a shoebox apartment for the summer.
When Jessica Lee arrives in New York City, she’s eager to make the most of her internship at Haneul Corporation, even if she’s at the bottom of the corporate ladder. But she’s shocked to be introduced as the new executive-in-training intern with a gorgeous brownstone all to herself.
It doesn’t take long for Elijah and Jessica to discover the source of the mistake: they share the same Korean name. But they decide to stay switched—so Elijah can have a relaxing summer away from his controlling dad while Jessica can make the connections she desperately needs for college recommendations.
As Elijah and Jessica work together to keep up the charade, a spark develops between them. Can they avoid discovery—and total disaster—with their feelings and futures on the line?”

6. Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone (Harry Potter #1) by J.K. Rowling

It’s funny how this is the book I’m most excited about! I started the Harry Potter series a couple of decades ago (which is wild to think about), but I never actually finished it. If I remember correctly, I stopped at the fourth book – and for some reason, I never picked it up again!
Now, I really want to give the books a fair chance and experience this incredible story that stole my heart through the movies. Even though I already know most of what happens, I’m beyond excited to finally dive back in!

Synopsis

“Harry Potter has never played a sport while flying on a broomstick. He’s never worn a Cloak of Invisibility, befriended a giant, or helped hatch a dragon. All Harry knows is a miserable life with the Dursleys, his horrible aunt and uncle, and their abominable son, Dudley. Harry’s room is a tiny cupboard under the stairs, and he hasn’t had a birthday party in ten years.
But all that is about to change when a mysterious letter arrives by owl messenger: A letter with an invitation to a wonderful place he never dreamed existed. There he finds not only friends, aerial sports, and magic around every corner, but a great destiny that’s been waiting for him – if Harry can survive the encounter.”

Aaaand there you have it friends, my TBR list! As usual, I hope you liked this post! Let me know if you have any recommendations for me. You know I’m always grateful for those!

Thank you for reading, have a great day!

Hello friends!

I heard from a little birdie that you wanted to know what I’ll be reading in March – so here I am to deliver! Please do not feed into my delusions. You have been warned!

I’m very excited to start my reading month because I picked up amazing books! Since I finished two series in February, I had room to add other books that have been on my mind.

If you read my latest post on How I Create My Monthly TBR Lists, you already know my magical formula to create a fantastic reading month that fits me, my reading goals, and my available time. This is the formula I’m planning on keeping for this year: read at least 1 paperback, 2 audiobooks, 1 ebook, and 1 manga volume. Other rules include: reading 3 different genres, 1 book from a series, and 1 book from my 30 Oldest Books on my TBR list. It seems like a lot, but it’s really not!

So to fit all these “rules” I made for myself, I picked 6 books that fit my goals – it definitely helps that I have an endless TBR! You’ll see that I’ll be continuing some series, starting a new one, and I plan on picking a few random stand-alone books that have been on my mind for a while!

So without further ado, here are the books I’m planning on reading:

This is the list I have to share with you today! Let’s take a closer look:

1. The Second Chance Convenience Store (The Second Chance Convenience Store #1) by Kim Ho-Yeon

I had to put the cover published in Portugal because I think it is absolutely stunning – and yes, of course, it’s one of the reasons why I picked this up in the first place. I have this beauty in paperback and I’m very excited to grab it in March as my paperback read of the month.

Synopsis

“In this million-copy international bestseller from Korea, the owner of a corner store takes in an unhoused man who does a good deed, a kind soul whose presence will transform the whole neighborhood—a heartwarming tale of community and redemption reminiscent of the bestselling novels of Matt Haig and Gabrielle Zevin.
Dok-go lives in Seoul Station. He can’t remember his past, and the only thing he knows for certain is that he could really use a drink. When he finds a lost wallet filled with documents, his life is drastically changed.
Mrs. Yeom, a retired history teacher and current owner of her neighborhood’s corner store, is distraught over the loss of her purse, until she receives a mysterious call from the person who found it. To thank this down-on-his-luck stranger, she offers him a free meal from the convenience store. Seeing the joy the food brings him, Mrs. Yeom impulsively invites him to stop by for lunch every day.
In a twist of fate, Dok-go saves the store from a robber—a brave act that propels Mrs. Yeom to offers the bear-like man a job working the night shift, despite the objections of her wary employees. The store’s new employee quickly wins over the quirky denizens of the neighborhood, becoming a welcoming ear and source of advice for his coworkers and neighbors’ problems, and helping his new boss save the store from financial ruin. But just when things are looking up for Dok-go, Mrs. Yeom’s good-for-nothing son, eager to sell the store, hires a detective to dig into the mysterious man’s past and what he seems to be trying so hard to forget.
The Second Chance Convenience Store is a moving and joyful story of a woman fighting for her community and a man who has lost everything except the will to try again.”

2. Haunting Adeline (Cat & Mouse #1) by H.D. Carlton

Guys, I’m doing it. I’m finally reading it. I consider myself an open-minded person when it comes to reading… but I wonder if the taboo in this book will be too much for me? I’ve gotten a few mixed reviews from friends, so I’m very curious to read this. Either way, I’m diving in and I’ll keep you posted on my thoughts!

Synopsis

“The Manipulator
I can manipulate the emotions of anyone who lets me.
I will make you hurt, make you cry, make you laugh and sigh.
But my words don’t affect him. Especially not when I plead for him to leave.
He’s always there, watching and waiting.
And I can never look away.
Not when I want him to come closer.
The Shadow
I didn’t mean to fall in love.
But now that I have, I can’t stay away.
I’m mesmerized by her smile, by her eyes, and the way she moves.
The way she undresses…
I’ll keep watching and waiting. Until I can make her mine.
And once she is, I’ll never let her go.
Not even when she begs me to.”

3. Push (Precious #1) by Sapphire

I’ve been wanting to read this book for a very long time, so in March I’m reading it! I remember watching bits of the movie here and there when I was younger, but I never had the courage to watch the entire thing because of how heartbreaking it was. But I’m changing it this month! I will finally read the entire story and know what is about. I’m sure this will be an impactful read!

Synopsis

“Precious Jones, an illiterate sixteen-year-old, has up until now been invisible: invisible to the father who rapes her and the mother who batters her and to the authorities who dismiss her as just one more of Harlem’s casualties. But when Precious, pregnant with a second child by her father, meets a determined and highly radical teacher, we follow her on a journey of education and enlightenment as Precious learns not only how to write about her life, but how to make it her own for the first time.”

4. Death Note, Vol. 9 by Tsugumi Ohba

I’m determined to finish this manga series in 2025! I’m starting to lose interest at this point, so I can’t wait to move to other stories. I’m curious to know how this story will end?

Synopsis

“Light has always been confident in his ability to out-think everyone, but L’s protégés are proving to be more of a challenge than he anticipated. The more Light mentally maneuvers, the tighter the net around him becomes. And now Near and Mello are working to break the task force apart and expose Kira from within! Light has always held up under pressure in the past, but will the stress of this new line of attack and the strain of maintaining three different personalities be the beginning of his end?”

5. Over the Limit (Full Throttle #3) by K. Bromberg

I’ve had mixed experiences with this series – the first book was okay, the second book was incredible… so I wonder what my thoughts will be about the third book. I’m definitely curious and I want to see what the story will be about, so fingers crossed! I just hope it’s a good one.

Synopsis

“You don’t mess around with a teammate’s ex. Ever. But that’s easier said than done when it comes to Blair Carmichael. She’s sexy, intelligent, gorgeous, and one hundred percent off-limits.
And I’ve never fallen harder.
But I can’t touch (when I most definitely want to).
My team’s success and my chance at a new contract for next season depend on me keeping my hands on the wheel. And off her curves.
As the season progresses, we secretly steal as much time as we can together—in hotel rooms, after races, anywhere we can’t be found out. A real romance out in the open would risk her job in the industry, her reputation, and my image–not to mention my strained relationship with my teammate.
I’ve lived my whole life with one mantra. Team first. What I want outside of my racing career hasn’t factored in.
Until now.
Until Blair.
She deserves the world and I plan on giving it to her. Even if I have to walk away from the biggest contract of my career.
A forbidden, Formula 1 romance.”

6. The Dream Thieves (Raven Cycle #2) by Maggie Stiefvater

If you’ve been paying attention to my posts, you’ve noticed this book is still here since the last TBR. The thing is, I was expecting to finish the first book in January, but that didn’t happen! As I’m writing this, I’m not even sure if I’ll finish the first book in February – but either way, I’m planning on finishing it soon to read the second book in March. We’ll see!

Synopsis

“Now that the ley lines around Cabeswater have been woken, nothing for Ronan, Gansey, Blue, and Adam will be the same. Ronan, for one, is falling more and more deeply into his dreams, and his dreams are intruding more and more into waking life. Meanwhile, some very sinister people are looking for some of the same pieces of the Cabeswater puzzle that Gansey is after…”

Aaaand there you have it friends, my TBR list! As usual, I hope you liked this post! Let me know if you have any recommendations for me. You know I’m always grateful for those!

Thank you for reading, have a great day!

Hello friends!

How are you all doing today? I hope well!

Today, I’m bringing you another TBR list, this time for February! Can you believe how fast time is passing? I’m reading a lot of series at the moment – with the exception of one book, five of today’s books are part of different series.

If you read my post on How I Create My Monthly TBR Lists, you already know my magical formula to create a reading month. Following the formula, the goal for February is to read 1 paperback, 2 audiobooks, 1 ebook, and 1 manga volume.

Like I said, most of these are part of the series! We have a contemporary romance, a pirate fantasy book, a manga, an historical romance, a thriller, and a young adult fantasy book. So there’s a lot of diversity this month! Surprisingly, there’s not a single non-fiction book here – but I’m not bothered about it, just pointing it out.

So without further ado, here are the books I’m planning on reading:

This is the list I have to share with you today! Let’s take a closer look:

1. On the Edge (Full Throttle #2) by K. Bromberg

In February I’m continuing the “Full Throttle” series by reading the second book in the series. Not sure what to expect from this romance, but from the synopsis it looks good. We’ll see!

Synopsis

“Surely this can’t be the only solution to overhaul my tarnished rep – faking a romance with the good girl intern?
But that’s what my agent says. Just a few months of taming my ways—of shedding Formula 1’s party boy image—will land me a lifetime branding deal. One I desperately need.
The key condition?
Pretend I’m madly in love with my new girlfriend. The quiet wallflower who I figured wouldn’t put me in my place. Yeah. This girl is anything but that.
Maddix Hart is defiant and intelligent. Loyal and real. Determined and sexy. And damn it to hell, before I know it, she’s in my head, in our bed… and if I’m not careful, she’ll see there’s more to me than the man I show the public. She’ll discover the man I hide from the world. The one who struggles to live up to the unrealistic expectations that should never have been mine.
All I have to do is make sure no one sees the truth behind our farce.
But instead, I let my heart get involved. I begin to believe the lie. And now with everything on the line—the deal, a championship, us—am I willing to risk it all to make her see what the rest of the world believes? That we belong together.
A spicy, only-one-bed Formula 1 romance.”

2. The Dream Thieves (The Raven Cycle #2) by Maggie Stiefvater

Another series I’m hoping to continue in February is “The Raven Cycle” series, by reading the second book. I’m absolutely loving the vibe of this series very much, so I’m hoping “The Dream Thieves” will be similar in that aspect.

Synopsis

“Now that the ley lines around Cabeswater have been woken, nothing for Ronan, Gansey, Blue, and Adam will be the same. Ronan, for one, is falling more and more deeply into his dreams, and his dreams are intruding more and more into waking life. Meanwhile, some very sinister people are looking for some of the same pieces of the Cabeswater puzzle that Gansey is after…”

3. Stormbreaker (Seafire #3) by Natalie C. Parker

In February I’m planning on reading the third book in the “Seafire” series! I’m actually enjoying this a lot, so I’m excited to see how the series is going to end. Fingers crossed!

Synopsis

“In this conclusion to the Seafire trilogy, Caledonia Styx will risk everything–her heart, her crew, and even her life–to defeat Lir and take back the Bullet Seas once and for all.
Aric Athair is dead. But the fight for the Bullet Seas is far from over. Caledonia’s nemesis, Lir–the one responsible for getting her parents killed and for turning her brother into a Bullet–has seized control of the warlord’s army.
Caledonia and her crew have fled to Cloudbreak to prepare for an all-out war. And they are not the only ones. Defecting soldiers begin to show up in droves to join their fight. But just as it seems like the tides might be turning, a surprise attack decimates the growing rebellion.
Desperate, with much of her crew missing or worse, Caledonia is forced to make an unlikely and unsteady alliance with a new enemy. It’s a gamble that could cost her everything, but with the fate of the seas in her hands, Caledonia will do whatever it takes. War has come, and it’s time to sink or swim.”

4. Death Note, Vol. 8 by Tsugumi Ohba

I’m ready to finally finish this series this year! So for February I’m going to read one more “Death Note” volume. Hopefully I’ll be able to start a new manga series soon!

Synopsis

“Light – working as Kira, the newest member of the NPA intelligence bureau, and L – has nearly succeeded in creating his ideal world. But the years of uncontested victory have made him complacent, and he is unprepared for a new attack close to home. With his younger sister Sayu kidnapped and the NPA’s Death Note demanded as ransom, Light must travel across the world and confront two new adversaries, each with a very different agenda. Will Light’s quick wits be a match for this new challenge, or will he be forced to choose between Kira’s ambitions and his own family’s lives?”

5. On the Way to the Altar (Bridgertons #8) by Julia Quinn

I can’t believe it: I’m finally finishing the “Bridgerton” series soon! It has been a fun ride, but part of me is happy to finally conclude this series and move on to other stories. This will be about the last Bridgerton sibling, Gregory! He didn’t make a lot of appearances during the series, so I’m not sure exactly what to expect with his history and overall personality, but I’m an excited to find out!

Synopsis

“A funny thing happened…
Unlike most men of his acquaintance, Gregory Bridgerton believes in true love. And he is convinced that when he finds the woman of his dreams, he will know in an instant that she is the one. And that is exactly what happened. Except…
She wasn’t the one. In fact, the ravishing Miss Hermione Watson is in love with another. But her best friend, the ever-practical Lady Lucinda Abernathy, wants to save Hermione from a disastrous alliance, so she offers to help Gregory win her over. But in the process, Lucy falls in love. With Gregory! Except…
Lucy is engaged. And her uncle is not inclined to let her back out of the betrothal, even once Gregory comes to his senses and realizes that it is Lucy, with her sharp wit and sunny smile, who makes his heart sing. And now, on the way to the wedding, Gregory must risk everything to ensure that when it comes time to kiss the bride, he is the only man standing at the altar…”

6. The Paris Apartment by Lucy Foley

My paperback of the month will be Lucy Foley’s “The Paris Apartment”. I’ve tried reading this book in 2024, but I wasn’t feeling it at the time, so I’ve put it to the side and I’ve waited for the right moment to read it – which has come now! I hope the story is good, I don’t have exactly any expectations for now, other than feeling like the story was a little slow in the beginning. But we’ll see!

Synopsis

“Jess needs a fresh start. She’s broke and alone, and she’s just left her job under less than ideal circumstances. Her half-brother Ben didn’t sound thrilled when she asked if she could crash with him for a bit, but he didn’t say no, and surely everything will look better from Paris. Only when she shows up – to find a very nice apartment, could Ben really have afforded this? – he’s not there.
The longer Ben stays missing, the more Jess starts to dig into her brother’s situation, and the more questions she has. Ben’s neighbors are an eclectic bunch, and not particularly friendly. Jess may have come to Paris to escape her past, but it’s starting to look like it’s Ben’s future that’s in question.
The socialite – The nice guy – The alcoholic – The girl on the verge – The concierge.
Everyone’s a neighbor. Everyone’s a suspect. And everyone knows something they’re not telling.”

Aaaand there you have it friends, my TBR list! As usual, I hope you liked this post! Let me know if you have any recommendations for me. You know I’m always grateful for those!

Thank you for reading, have a great day!

Hello friends!

I hope you’re doing well! I hope you’re enjoying your holidays, and even though I am too… you know me – I’m always too eager to start working on my yearly goals and on my brand-new TBR! So that’s exactly what I’m bringing you today: all the books that I’m planning on reading in January!

If everything goes well, I’m starting 2 new series (a contemporary romance and a fantasy) and I’ll continue 2 series I’m currently reading (one long and another one being a trilogy). To complement all these series, I’ve picked 2 thrillers books from my TBR as well!

It’s going to be a very interesting month! So without further ado, here are the books I’m planning on reading in January:

What a great way of staring the new year, am I right? Let’s dive in!

1. Steel Tide (Seafire #2) by Natalie C. Parker

I was pleasantly surprised when I read the first book in the series, “Seafire”, because I feel like I usually have some difficulty picking up great sea/pirate books. But so far I’m enjoying this series, so I’ll be continuing the story in January! I’m curious to see if she’s going to find Aric in this one!

Synopsis

“The second book in a heart-stopping trilogy that follows the captain of an all-female ship intent on taking down a vicious warlord’s powerful fleet.
Caledonia may have lost her crew, but she’s not done fighting yet. After nearly dying at the hand of a powerful foe, Caledonia is pulled from the sea and nursed back to health by a crew of former Bullets that call themselves Blades. The Blades escaped Aric Athair’s clutches and now live a nomadic existence, ready to disappear at a moment’s notice should trouble come their way.
But Caledonia wants to do more than just hide. She wants to find the Mors Navis and her beloved sisters. She wants to continue fighting Aric’s fleet and to take back the Bullet seas. She’ll need to do everything in her power to convince the Blades that fighting is their only option, that there has to be a life better than the one under Aric Athair’s reign, and that finding the women of the Mors Navis is the first step to revolution.”

2. Penance by Kanae Minato

Ever since I read “Confessions” by this author, I knew I wanted to read other stories from her so after some digging, I found this book. Unlike my first experience with Kanae Minato, I’m going into this book without knowing too much about it. I’m hoping this is a nice thriller that will shake up my reading TBR for January!

Synopsis

“The tense, chilling story of four women haunted by a childhood trauma.
When they were children, Sae, Maki, Akiko and Yuko were tricked into separating from their friend Emily by a mysterious stranger. Then the unthinkable occurs: Emily is found murdered hours later.
Sae, Maki, Akiko and Yuko weren’t able to accurately describe the stranger’s appearance to the police after Emily’s body was discovered. Asako, Emily’s mother, curses the surviving girls, vowing that they will pay for her daughter’s murder.
Like Confessions, Kanae Minato’s award-winning, internationally bestselling debut, Penance is a dark and voice-driven tale of revenge and psychological trauma that will leave readers breathless.”

3. Off the Grid (Full Throttle #1) by K. Bromberg

Of course, I needed a good contemporary romance to add to my monthly reading list! This is the first book in a romance series with a car racer as a main character. I don’t think I’ve ever read anything like this, so I’m super excited to see what it is all about!

Synopsis

“Spencer Riggs is sexy, intense and driven in his pursuit of all things racing.
That pursuit now includes me.
The cocky bad boy of racing struts onto my father’s team like he owns it. One look from him and I can tell he thinks he owns the boss’s daughter too.
I’m determined to resist that panty-melting smile he keeps flashing my way. I have no time for distractions. Fulfilling a last promise to my father is my only goal.
Race after race, city after city, I do my best to keep it professional. I swear I do.But one night after a hard-fought win, we’re celebrating, and Riggs claims his own sweet victory. Me.
His sizzling touch owns my body, but it’s the broken man beneath the public façade who slowly wins my heart.
Before I realize it, Riggs is the one I’m willing to risk everything for. Even if it means breaking a promise. But with our hearts on the line, will he risk everything for me?”

4. It’s In His Kiss (Bridgertons #7) by Julia Quinn

I’m only 2 books away from finishing this series! So far I’m enjoying the stories – some of them more than others -, and I’m very curious to read about the younger siblings’ stories. This book in particular is about Hyacinth! I’m not sure what to expect of her love story, but I hope it’s a good one.

Synopsis

“The seventh novel in Julia Quinn’s globally beloved and bestselling Bridgerton Family series, set in Regency times and now a series created by Shonda Rhimes for Netflix. This is Hyacinth’s story: she’s all grown up and ready to cause havoc…
All the ton agree: there is no one quite like Hyacinth Bridgerton…
Fiendishly smart, devilishly outspoken and – according to some, particularly Gareth St. Clair – probably best in small doses. But there’s something about her – something charming and vexing – that grabs one and won’t quite let go.
Gareth and Hyacinth cross paths at the annual – and annually discordant – Smythe-Smith musicale. To Hyacinth, Gareth’s every word seems a dare, and she offers to help him out with a knotty inheritance problem he’s facing. However, as they delve into the mysterious St Clair history, they discover that the answers they seek lie not in the past – but in each other; and that there is nothing as simple – or as complicated – as a single, perfect kiss.”

5. Final Girls by Riley Sager

In the last few months I’ve been in a thriller kick – or should I say Riley Sager kick? I’ve been really enjoying his books, so for January I decided to read one more thriller from him that has been on my TBR for a while – and I think it’s the first book of his that I have shelved if I remember correctly! So once again, I’m going into this without knowing too much about the story. Can only hope this will be a good one!

Synopsis

“Ten years ago, college student Quincy Carpenter went on vacation with five friends and came back alone, the only survivor of a horror movie–scale massacre. In an instant, she became a member of a club no one wants to belong to—a group of similar survivors known in the press as the Final Girls. Lisa, who lost nine sorority sisters to a college dropout’s knife; Sam, who went up against the Sack Man during her shift at the Nightlight Inn; and now Quincy, who ran bleeding through the woods to escape Pine Cottage and the man she refers to only as Him. The three girls are all attempting to put their nightmares behind them, and, with that, one another. Despite the media’s attempts, they never meet. 
Now, Quincy is doing well—maybe even great, thanks to her Xanax prescription. She has a caring almost-fiancé, Jeff; a popular baking blog; a beautiful apartment; and a therapeutic presence in Coop, the police officer who saved her life all those years ago. Her memory won’t even allow her to recall the events of that night; the past is in the past. 
That is, until Lisa, the first Final Girl, is found dead in her bathtub, wrists slit, and Sam, the second, appears on Quincy’s doorstep. Blowing through Quincy’s life like a whirlwind, Sam seems intent on making Quincy relive the past, with increasingly dire consequences, all of which makes Quincy question why Sam is really seeking her out. And when new details about Lisa’s death come to light, Quincy’s life becomes a race against time as she tries to unravel Sam’s truths from her lies, evade the police and hungry reporters, and, most crucially, remember what really happened at Pine Cottage, before what was started ten years ago is finished.”

6. The Raven Boys (Raven Cycle #1) by Maggie Stiefvater

This has been on my TBR for a very long time, so I think it is the right time to finally start it! I’m a little apprehensive just because this is a longer series – which is something that I struggle to finish sometimes -, but I think the beginning of the year is the perfect time to read a cozy series like this one, so I’ve decided it to give it a go. I know I’m late to the Raven Cycle party, but I’m glad I’m still reading it!

Synopsis

““There are only two reasons a non-seer would see a spirit on St. Mark’s Eve,” Neeve said. “Either you’re his true love… or you killed him.”
It is freezing in the churchyard, even before the dead arrive.
Every year, Blue Sargent stands next to her clairvoyant mother as the soon-to-be dead walk past. Blue herself never sees them—not until this year, when a boy emerges from the dark and speaks directly to her.
His name is Gansey, and Blue soon discovers that he is a rich student at Aglionby, the local private school. Blue has a policy of staying away from Aglionby boys. Known as Raven Boys, they can only mean trouble.
But Blue is drawn to Gansey, in a way she can’t entirely explain. He has it all—family money, good looks, devoted friends—but he’s looking for much more than that. He is on a quest that has encompassed three other Raven Boys: Adam, the scholarship student who resents all the privilege around him; Ronan, the fierce soul who ranges from anger to despair; and Noah, the taciturn watcher of the four, who notices many things but says very little.
For as long as she can remember, Blue has been warned that she will cause her true love to die. She never thought this would be a problem. But now, as her life becomes caught up in the strange and sinister world of the Raven Boys, she’s not so sure anymore.”

Aaaand there you have it friends, this is my TBR list for January! As usual, I hope you liked this post! Let me know if you have any recommendations for me. You know I’m always grateful for those!

Thank you for reading, have a great day!

Hello friends!

Can you believe we are almost in December? That’s CRAZY! This year flew by and I didn’t even notice the time passing. But here we are, almost in December, so that means I’m showing you for the last time in 2024 my monthly TBR.

If you read my post on How I Create My Monthly TBR Lists, you already know my magical formula to create a good reading month. This is the formula I planned on keeping for the entire year, so the goal I set was to read 2 paperbacks, 2 audiobooks, 1 ebook, and 1 manga volume each month.

But this month, I’m rebelling! Ok let’s not exagerate…

This month I decided to listen to my heart and read whatever I wanted! Sure, I still have a plan like I usually do, but I’m taking a break from most of the series I have ongoing. This includes my current manga “Death Note”, the “Seafire” series, and the “Night Spinner” series. I often struggle with reading series because I have a very small attention span and I end up losing interest if I don’t devour the series in a short amount of time. The funny thing is that I have tons of series to start (and finish) in my TBR list, but I usually put them to the side because I’m almost never in the mood to read series.

So this month you will see a ton of standalone books – and I couldn’t be happier! Without further ado, here are the books I’m planning on reading:

This is the list I have to share with you today! Let’s take a closer look:

1. Check & Mate by Ali Hazelwood

We are starting the list with (what I think is) a fluffy book. I’ve had this book on my TBR for a while now, and now it’s finally time to read it! I felt like this month I needed a really easy romance to balance all the thrillers I added, so it was a no-brainer! It seems like the main character plays chess, and that’s very interesting to me because I don’t think I’ve ever read a story like that before.

Synopsis

“Mallory Greenleaf is done with chess. Every move counts nowadays. After the sport led to the destruction of her family four years earlier, Mallory’s focus is on her mom, her sisters, and the dead-end job that keeps the lights on. That is, until she begrudgingly agrees to play in one last charity tournament and inadvertently wipes the board with notorious “Kingkiller” Nolan Sawyer: current world champion and reigning bad boy of chess.
Nolan’s loss to an unknown rook-ie shocks everyone—especially Mallory. What’s even more confusing? His desire to cross pawns again. What kind of gambit is Nolan playing? The smart move would be to walk away. Resign. Game over. But Mallory’s victory opens the door to sorely needed cash prizes and, despite everything, she can’t help feeling drawn to the enigmatic strategist….
As she rockets up the ranks, Mallory struggles to keep her family safely separated from the game that wrecked it in the first place. And as her love for the sport she so desperately wanted to hate begins to rekindle, Mallory quickly realizes that the games aren’t only on the board, the spotlight is hotter than she imagined, and the competition can be fierce(-ly attractive. And intelligent…and infuriating…)”

2. Lights Out (Into Darkness #1) by Navessa Allen

Are you surprised to see this book here? This has been ALL over TikTok and I’m jumping on the hype train! This seems like a really fun and different New Adult Romance – and if I’m being honest, I believe I’m going to devour this book. I’ll keep you updated on my thoughts!

Synopsis

““I don’t need another kink.”
That thought pops into my head whenever I pull up my favorite social media app, but alas, every time I scroll, I learn something new about myself, and another one is born. And yes, I know I’m responsible for what the algorithm shows me, but I’m trying to ignore that fact.
Lately, my feed has been dominated by masked men. I’ve favorited videos with them dressed in full cosplay, decked out in futuristic military apparel, and wrapped up like ghouls.
But more than anything else, my FYP is filled with shirtless men wearing ghost masks. Bonus points if they’re heavily tattooed, wielding a knife, or covered in fake blood. At night, I dream about being chased by them, of them catching me and doing deliciously dark things to my more than willing body.
I never could have guessed that by sending one drunken text, those dreams would become my new reality.
Lights Out is a fast-paced dark romance with a morally grey male lead. Some themes and scenes may be disturbing to readers. Please check the TWs at the beginning of the book.”

3. The Midnight Feast by Lucy Foley

Here is the first thriller on the list – but not the last one! I enjoy Lucy Foley’s murder mystery books very much, so when I found out she released this book with a dinner party theme… I was immediately sold on it! As I often do with thrillers, I don’t know a lot about this book and I don’t plan on knowing – I just want to start it and see how it goes. Fingers crossed!

Synopsis

“Secrets. Lies. Murder. Let the festivities begin…
It’s the opening night of The Manor, and no expense, small or large, has been spared. The infinity pool sparkles; crystal pouches for guests’ healing have been placed in the Seaside Cottages and Woodland Hutches; the “Manor Mule” cocktail (grapefruit, ginger, vodka, and a dash of CBD oil) is being poured with a heavy hand. Everyone is wearing linen.
But under the burning midsummer sun, darkness stirs. Old friends and enemies circulate among the guests. Just outside the Manor’s immaculately kept grounds, an ancient forest bristles with secrets. And the Sunday morning of opening weekend, the local police are called. Something’s not right with the guests. There’s been a fire. A body’s been discovered.
THE FOUNDER * THE HUSBAND * THE MYSTERY GUEST * THE KITCHEN HELP
It all began with a secret, fifteen years ago. Now the past has crashed the party. And it’ll end in murder at… The Midnight Feast.”

4. When He Was Wicked (Bridgertons #6) by Julia Quinn

This is the only series I decided to continue in December because not only I’m having a really good time reading it, but I’m only 3 books away from finishing this series! I have no idea what to expect from this book since we don’t get a lot from Francesca in the previous books – the only thing I know is that she becomes a widow very soon after her first marriage. I’m curious to see how the story will unfold. Hopefully, it’s a good one!

Synopsis

“In every life there is a turning point.
A moment so tremendous, so sharp and breathtaking, that one knows one’s life will never be the same. For Michael Stirling, London’s most infamous rake, that moment came the first time he laid eyes on Francesca Bridgerton.
After a lifetime of chasing women, of smiling slyly as they chased him, of allowing himself to be caught but never permitting his heart to become engaged, he took one look at Francesca Bridgerton and fell so fast and hard into love it was a wonder he managed to remain standing. Unfortunately for Michael, however, Francesca’s surname was to remain Bridgerton for only a mere thirty-six hours longer — the occasion of their meeting was, lamentably, a supper celebrating her imminent wedding to his cousin.But that was then… Now Michael is the earl and Francesca is free, but still she thinks of him as nothing other than her dear friend and confidant. Michael dares not speak to her of his love… until one dangerous night, when she steps innocently into his arms, and passion proves stronger than even the most wicked of secrets…”

5. The House Across the Lake by Riley Sager

I read a great Riley Sager book in November (“Survive the Night”), so I’m hoping I’ll find another amazing read in “The House Across the Lake”. Most of the time I try to go into thrillers without knowing too much about the story, and this book is no exception – I didn’t even read the synopsis (but you can, I left it below in case you’re curious). I’ve heard most people liked this book, so hope it will live up to the hype!

Synopsis

“Casey Fletcher, a recently widowed actress trying to escape a streak of bad press, has retreated to the peace and quiet of her family’s lake house in Vermont. Armed with a pair of binoculars and several bottles of liquor, she passes the time watching Tom and Katherine Royce, the glamorous couple who live in the house across the lake. They make for good viewing—a tech innovator, Tom is rich; and a former model, Katherine is gorgeous.
One day on the lake, Casey saves Katherine from drowning, and the two strike up a budding friendship. But the more they get to know each other—and the longer Casey watches—it becomes clear that Katherine and Tom’s marriage is not as perfect and placid as it appears. When Katherine suddenly vanishes, Casey becomes consumed with finding out what happened to her. In the process, she uncovers eerie, darker truths that turn a tale of voyeurism and suspicion into a story of guilt, obsession and how looks can be very deceiving.
With his trademark blend of sharp characters, psychological suspense, and gasp-worthy surprises, Riley Sager’s The House Across the Lake unveils more than one twist that will shock readers until the very last page.”

6. Misery by Stephen King

Here’s a fun fact about my experience with this book: I actually tried reading it about 15 years ago, but I never finished it! At the time I marked it as a “book to finish”, and since now I’m in a thriller mood, I believe this is the perfect opportunity to finally get into this book! I was enjoying it at the time, so I’m not dreading reading this at all – I’m very excited to finally see how the story ends (I didn’t even see the movie, so I’m going to be surprised either way). Anyway, I’m super excited for this one!

Synopsis

“Paul Sheldon is a bestselling novelist who has finally met his number one fan. Her name is Annie Wilkes, and she is more than a rabid reader—she is Paul’s nurse, tending his shattered body after an automobile accident. But she is also furious that the author has killed off her favorite character in his latest book. Annie becomes his captor, keeping him prisoner in her isolated house.
Annie wants Paul to write a book that brings Misery back to life—just for her. She has a lot of ways to spur him on. One is a needle. Another is an axe. And if they don’t work, she can get really nasty.”

Aaaand there you have it friends, my TBR list! As usual, I hope you liked this post! Let me know if you have any recommendations for me. You know I’m always grateful for those!

Thank you for reading, have a great day!

Hello friends!

I hope you’re doing supa dupa well! Well, that was cheesy… but I don’t regret it.

Friends, can you believe the year is almost over? It feels like I was writing my 2024 reading goals yesterday – a goal I’m only a few books from achieving, yes, thank you for asking. I just can’t believe we’re almost at Christmas. Time sure flies, and we don’t even notice it!

Anyway, today I’m bringing you all the books I’m planning on reading in November! I’ve been struggling a little with reading lately for the simple fact that I’m not in the mood for books at the moment. These phases come and go, so I’m at peace with it! I’ve picked some good books this month, so I’m excited to get back to reading – and hopefully, that will happen in November.

A quick reminder! If you read my post on How I Create My Monthly TBR Lists, you already know my magical formula to create a reading month. This is the formula I’m planning on keeping for 2024, so the goal for January is to read 2 paperbacks, 2 audiobooks, 1 ebook, and 1 manga volume.

So without further ado, here are the books I’m planning on reading in November:

This is the list I have to share with you today! Let’s take a closer look:

1. The Giver (The Giver #1) by Lois Lowry

Fun fact – this was a recent addition to my TBR! I’ve seen this cover so many times over the year, but I never gave it a second thought or had any interest on what is it about. But one day I was zapping, and the movie adaptation was on! I only watched it for a few minutes because I didn’t want to spoil the story, but it seemed very interesting, so I immediately added it to my TBR List. I’m very excited about this one, seems like a very unique premise!

Synopsis

“”I have great honor,” The Giver said. “So will you. But you will find that is not the same as power.”
Life in the community where Jonas lives is idyllic. Designated birthmothers produce newchildren, who are assigned to appropriate family units: one male, one female, to each. Citizens are assigned their partners and their jobs. No one thinks to ask questions. Everyone obeys. The community is a world without conflict, inequality, divorce, unemployment injustice…or choice.
Everyone is the same.
Except Jonas.
At the Ceremony of Twelve, the community’s twelve-year-olds eagerly accept their predetermined Life Assignments. But Jonas is chosen for something special. He begins instruction in his life’s work with a mysterious old man known only as The Giver. Gradually Jonas learns that power lies in feelings. But when his own power is put to the test—when he must try to save someone he loves—he may not be ready. Is it too soon? Or too late?”

2. Death Note, Vol. 8 by Tsugumi Ohba

This cover looks so cool! I’m sure by this time you know I’m reading the manga series Death Note – so in November, I’ll continue this series by reading the 8th volume. The last few volumes lacked action, so I’m hoping this volume will be a little more exciting!

Synopsis

“Light – working as Kira, the newest member of the NPA intelligence bureau, and L – has nearly succeeded in creating his ideal world. But the years of uncontested victory have made him complacent, and he is unprepared for a new attack close to home. With his younger sister Sayu kidnapped and the NPA’s Death Note demanded as ransom, Light must travel across the world and confront two new adversaries, each with a very different agenda. Will Light’s quick wits be a match for this new challenge, or will he be forced to choose between Kira’s ambitions and his own family’s lives?”

3. To Sir Philip, With Love (Bridgertons #5) by Julia Quinn

One more Bridgerton book is on the horizon! This time, I’m planning on reading Eloise’s story in November. I have no idea what this will look like, but I’m curious to see how the story is. Very excited about this one, I hope it’s good!

Synopsis

“My dear Miss Bridgerton,
We have been corresponding now for quite some time, and although we have never formally met, I feel as if I know you.
Forgive me if I am too bold, but I am writing to invite you to visit me. It is my hope that we might decide that we will suit, and you will consent to be my wife.
—Sir Phillip Crane
Sir Phillip Crane knew that Eloise Bridgerton was a spinster, and so he’d proposed, figuring that she’d be homely and unassuming, and more than a little desperate for an offer of marriage. Except… she wasn’t. The beautiful woman on his doorstep was anything but quiet, and when she stopped talking long enough to close her mouth, all he wanted to do was kiss her… and more.
Did he think she was mad? Eloise Bridgerton couldn’t marry a man she had never met! But then she started thinking… and wondering… and before she knew it, she was in a hired carriage in the middle of the night, on her way to meet the man she hoped might be her perfect match. Except… he wasn’t. Her perfect husband wouldn’t be so moody and ill-mannered, and while Phillip was certainly handsome, he was a large brute of a man, rough and rugged, and totally unlike the London gentlemen vying for her hand. But when he smiled… and when he kissed her… the rest of the world simply fell away, and she couldn’t help but wonder… could this imperfect man be perfect for her?”

4. Weather Girl by Rachel Lynn Solomon

While I was making this month’s TBR list, I kept thinking that I wanted something really cozy – and for that, I chose this book. I love a good, cozy romance, and this seems like it would do the trick. I like Rachel Lynn Solomon’s books, so I’m sure this will be a nice treat!

Synopsis

“Ari Abrams has always been fascinated by the weather, and she loves almost everything about her job as a TV meteorologist. Her boss, legendary Seattle weatherwoman Torrance Hale, is too distracted by her tempestuous relationship with her ex-husband, the station’s news director, to give Ari the mentorship she wants. Ari, who runs on sunshine and optimism, is at her wits’ end. The only person who seems to understand how she feels is sweet but reserved sports reporter Russell Barringer.
In the aftermath of a disastrous holiday party, Ari and Russell decide to team up to solve their bosses’ relationship issues. Between secret gifts and double dates, they start nudging their bosses back together. But their well-meaning meddling backfires when the real chemistry builds between Ari and Russell.
Working closely with Russell means allowing him to get to know parts of herself that Ari keeps hidden from everyone. Will he be able to embrace her dark clouds as well as her clear skies?
A TV meteorologist and a sports reporter scheme to reunite their divorced bosses with unforecasted results in this charming romantic comedy from the author of The Ex Talk.”

5. Night Spinner (Night Spinner #1) by Addie Thorley

I’ve been wanting to read this duology for the longest time, but it never happened! I decided to go into it without knowing too much because I wanted to be surprised. All I know is it is a YA fantasy trilogy – and that’s it. I’m hoping I’ll finally start the first book in November.

Synopsis

“Before the massacre at Nariin, Enebish was one of the greatest warriors in the Sky King’s Imperial Army: a rare and dangerous Night Spinner, blessed with the ability to control the threads of darkness. Now, she is known as Enebish the Destroyer―a monster and murderer, banished to a monastery for losing control of her power and annihilating a merchant caravan.
Guilt stricken and scarred, Enebish tries to be grateful for her sanctuary, until her adoptive sister, Imperial Army commander Ghoa, returns from the war front with a tantalizing offer. If Enebish can capture the notorious criminal, Temujin, whose band of rebels has been seizing army supply wagons, not only will her crimes be pardoned, she will be reinstated as a warrior.
Enebish eagerly accepts. But as she hunts Temujin across the tundra, she discovers the tides of war have shifted, and the supplies he’s stealing are the only thing keeping thousands of shepherds from starving. Torn between duty and conscience, Enebish must decide whether to put her trust in the charismatic rebel or her beloved sister. No matter who she chooses, an even greater enemy is advancing, ready to bring the empire to its knees.”

6. Seafire (Seafire #1) by Natalie C. Parker

I’ve had this book on my TBR for a very long time, so it’s time to give it a try! I don’t know much about it, other than it’s the first book in a fantasy trilogy with a sea theme (maybe pirates or mermaids, I’m not sure). It seems like a good book to mix things up a little, so that’s why I added this one this month. I hope it’s good, but I don’t have high expectations if I’m being honest – we’ll see!

Synopsis

“After her family is killed by corrupt warlord Aric Athair and his bloodthirsty army of Bullets, Caledonia Styx is left to chart her own course on the dangerous and deadly seas. She captains her ship, the Mors Navis, with a crew of girls and women just like her, who have lost their families and homes because of Aric and his men. The crew has one mission: stay alive, and take down Aric’s armed and armored fleet.
But when Caledonia’s best friend and second-in-command barely survives an attack thanks to help from a Bullet looking to defect, Caledonia finds herself questioning whether to let him join their crew. Is this boy the key to taking down Aric Athair once and for all… or will he threaten everything the women of the Mors Navis have worked for?”

Aaaand there you have it friends, my TBR list! As usual, I hope you liked this post! Let me know if you have any recommendations for me. You know I’m always grateful for those!

Thank you for reading, have a great day!

Hello friends!

I hope you are doing well! Another month asks for a brand new TBR list, so that’s exactly what I’m bringing you today: October’s TBR!

It’s funny how my reading mood changes so much and so drastically! In August I read a ton of books, but that was far from what happened in September – I was really into reading in the past months… but in September I almost didn’t read! It’s fun for me to put these lists together and picking up books from my TBR, but this month I decided to add some of the books I added previously that I never finished to my October TBR – meaning, you’ll see a few repeated books!

So without further ado, here are the books I’m planning on reading and why I’m reading them:

Yup, this is the list I have to share with you today! Let’s take a closer look:

1. Can’t Hurt Me by David Goggins

Fun fact, this book was recommended to me by a friend, because, according to her: “he reminded her a lot of me”. So of course I was very curious by this! I immediately added it to my TBR, and now I’m planning on reading it in October. I admit I don’t know a lot about David Goggins, but the book seems very interesting and right up my alley. I’m curious to see what my friend means!

Synopsis

“For David Goggins, childhood was a nightmare — poverty, prejudice, and physical abuse colored his days and haunted his nights. But through self-discipline, mental toughness, and hard work, Goggins transformed himself from a depressed, overweight young man with no future into a U.S. Armed Forces icon and one of the world’s top endurance athletes. The only man in history to complete elite training as a Navy SEAL, Army Ranger, and Air Force Tactical Air Controller, he went on to set records in numerous endurance events, inspiring Outside magazine to name him “The Fittest (Real) Man in America.”In Can’t Hurt Me, he shares his astonishing life story and reveals that most of us tap into only 40% of our capabilities. Goggins calls this The 40% Rule, and his story illuminates a path that anyone can follow to push past pain, demolish fear, and reach their full potential.”

2. In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts by Gabor Maté

One of the books I planned on reading last month, but it didn’t happen! As you know, I loved “The Myth of Normal” by Gabor Maté, and from that moment on I knew I wanted to read more from this author! This book in particular caught my eye because it focuses on addition and its physical manifestations. This is a subject that I’m curious about, so I decided to add this book to my October TBR! I just know this is going to be very interesting.

Synopsis

“He would probably dispute it, but Gabor Maté is something of a compassion machine. Diligently treating the drug addicts of Vancouver’s notorious Downtown Eastside with sympathy in his heart and legislative reform in mind can’t be easy. But Maté never judges. His book is a powerful call-to-arms, both for the decriminalization of drugs and for a more sympathetic and informed view of addiction. As Maté observes, “Those whom we dismiss as ‘junkies’ are not creatures from a different world, only men and women mired at the extreme end of a continuum on which, here or there, all of us might well locate ourselves.” In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts begins by introducing us to many of Dr. Maté’s most dire patients who steal, cheat, sell sex, and otherwise harm themselves for their next hit. Maté looks to the root causes of addiction, applying a clinical and psychological view to the physical manifestation and offering some enlightening answers for why people inflict such catastrophe on themselves.
Finally, he takes aim at the hugely ineffectual, largely U.S.-led War on Drugs (and its worldwide followers), challenging the wisdom of fighting drugs instead of aiding the addicts, and showing how controversial measures such as safe injection sites are measurably more successful at reducing drug-related crime and the spread of disease than anything most major governments have going. It’s not easy reading, but we ignore his arguments at our peril. When it comes to combating the drug trade and the ravages of addiction, society can use all the help it can get. –Kim Hughes”

3. Final Offer (Dreamland Billionaires #3) by Lauren Asher

One more repeated TBR book! But this time I’m concluding the “Dreamland Billionaires” trilogy in October (hopefully)! I had fun reading the two first books so far, and I’m curious about the last brother’s story. It seems like this is a second-chance romance – which to be honest, it’s not my favorite trope -, so I’m a little apprehensive. I can only hope it’s good, fingers crossed!

Synopsis

“Callahan
I’m the Kane brother everyone gossips about behind closed doors.
Trust fund brat. Washed-up athlete. High-functioning alcoholic.
No one knows the real me but her.
Lana Castillo—my childhood best friend and the only woman I ever loved.
When I broke her heart six years ago, I promised to never return to Lake Wisteria.
I kept my word until my grandfather’s will changed everything.
To receive my inheritance, I was tasked with spending a summer at the family lake house before selling it.
The request was simple in theory until my entire plan blew up on the very first day.
Turns out Lana doesn’t just live at the house, but she claims to own it, too
Alana
Falling in love with Callahan Kane was a mistake.
He told me so before destroying my heart and our friendship six summers ago.
When he promised never to come back, I foolishly believed him.
But then Cal showed up again, intending to sell his grandfather’s lake house.
The biggest flaw in his plan?
My name is on the deed.“

4. Death Note, Vol. 7 by Tsugumi Ohba

I’m sure you’re not surprised to see one more “Death Note” volume here! As you probably know by now, this is the manga series I’m currently reading, so I’m adding the next volume to my TBR for October!

Synopsis

“After a high-speed chase, Light and the task force apprehend the newest Kira. Light regains his Death Note and his memories, and the depths of his cunning are revealed as the plans he carefully put in place before going into confinement are slowly unveiled. His masterful manipulation of both humans and Shinigami lead him to the strongest position he’s yet enjoyed. But the glow of his victory is marred when a new threat appears. Can Light withstand a surprise attack on two fronts?”

5. Romancing Mister Bridgerton (Bridgertons #4) by Julia Quinn

One more repeated book – but one of the most awaited book for me! I’m a huge Polin fan, so I’m very excited to finally get into their story! My hope for this book is that it will be better than their Netflix series – for which I had some mixed feelings. I hope the story is good – but I’ll find out when I finally finish it in October!

Synopsis

“Everyone knows that Colin Bridgerton is the most charming man in London. Penelope Featherington has secretly adored her best friend’s brother for…well, it feels like forever. After half a lifetime of watching Colin Bridgerton from afar, she thinks she knows everything about him, until she stumbles across his deepest secret…and fears she doesn’t know him at all.
Colin Bridgerton is tired of being thought nothing but an empty-headed charmer, tired of everyone’s preoccupation with the notorious gossip columnist Lady Whistledown, who can’t seem to publish an edition without mentioning him in the first paragraph. But when Colin returns to London from a trip abroad he discovers nothing in his life is quite the same – especially Penelope Featherington! The girl haunting his dreams. But when he discovers that Penelope has secrets of her own, this elusive bachelor must decide…is she his biggest threat – or his promise of a happy ending?“

6. More Than We Can Tell (Letters to the Lost #2) by Brigid Kemmerer

I added this to my September TBR, but I didn’t even started it, so I’m adding it to October. I’ve been wanting to read this book for so many years now! I read “Letters to the Lost” – the first book in this duology – as a standalone about (I’m guessing) 6 or 7 years ago! Some time later I found out this book existed and I immediately added it to my TBR List! As you know, I finished rereading the first book recently because I wanted to have the story fresh in my mind before reading this book. This is one of the oldest books on my TBR (probably top 3), so I’m excited to finally read it!

Synopsis

“Rev Fletcher is battling the demons of his past. But with loving adoptive parents by his side, he’s managed to keep them at bay…until he gets a letter from his abusive father and the trauma of his childhood comes hurtling back.
Emma Blue spends her time perfecting the computer game she built from scratch, rather than facing her parents’ crumbling marriage. She can solve any problem with the right code, but when an online troll’s harassment escalates, she’s truly afraid.
When Rev and Emma meet, they both long to lift the burden of their secrets and bond instantly over their shared turmoil. But when their situations turn dangerous, their trust in each other will be tested in ways they never expected. This must-read story will once again have readers falling for Brigid Kemmerer’s emotional storytelling.”

Aaaand there you have it friends, my TBR list! As usual, I hope you liked this post! Let me know if you have any recommendations for me. You know I’m always grateful for those!

Thank you for reading, have a great day!