Hello friends!

I hope you’re all doing well! Today I’m sharing with you all the books I read in September – but have no fear, it’s a small list today. In September I took a longer vacation for a couple of weeks, so I almost didn’t read during that time. I don’t know why, but I rarely read when I have time off – how weird is that? Well, actually I do know why: I read all year round, but when I’m on vacation I want to spend my time doing things I usually don’t do… so in reality there’s little time for reading!

So in conclusion, that’s why I read so little in the past month! Should we let’s take a look at the books? Let’s go!

This is the list I have to share with you today! Yup, pretty short as you can see. Let’s take a closer look:

1. Death Note, Vol. 6 by Tsugumi Ohba: 3.5/5⭐

I’m officially half way through the series! So far I’m enjoying it a lot. This manga has a really interesting dynamic between the two main characters: it’s like you’re watching a game of ping pong – always looking back and forth at the oponents and how they respond to each strike! It’s been very entertaining and I’m curious to see what’s next!

Synopsis

“Although they’ve collected plenty of evidence tying the seven Yotsuba members to the newest Kira, Light, L and the rest of the task force are no closer to discovering which one actually possesses the Death Note. Desperate for some headway, L recruits Misa to infiltrate the group and feed them information calculated to bring Kira into the open. But the Shinigami Rem reveals to Misa who the Kiras really are, and, armed with this knowledge, Misa will do anything to help Light. But what will that mean for L…?”

2. The Summer of Broken Rules by K.L. Walther: 3/5⭐

Yeah, I don’t know about this one? I was expecting this to be less boring if I’m being honest. I also didn’t care about the game the family was playing because it felt a little silly and out of place. At the end of the day, I didn’t love it but it’s not the worst book ever. I personally wouldn’t recommend it because there are better books out there that are more entertaining and engaging.

Synopsis

“Meredith Fox has been going to Martha’s Vineyard for the summer as long as she can remember. But this summer is the first one back since the death of Meredith’s sister. It will all be overwhelming, but even more since since the entire extended family will be together for her cousin’s big wedding.
Unfortunately, Meredith’s longtime boyfriend unexpectedly dumped her two weeks before the wedding, leaving her dateless. Luckily, she has the perfect distraction. Her family has a tradition of playing the ultimate game of Assassin every summer, and this year it will take place during the week of wedding festivities.
But her target just happens to be a very cute groomsman. She’s determined to not let herself get distracted, not let herself be lost in another doomed relationship. But as the week progresses, she can’t help falling for him, which may cost her not only the game, but also her heart.
Meredith’s family’s annual game of assassin at Martha’s Vineyard during a summer wedding is the perfect chance to honor her sister’s legacy, and finally join the world again. But when she forms an alliance with a cute groomsman, she’s at risk of losing both the game… and her heart.”

As usual, I’ll be posting the reviews for these books soon.

What about you guys? How was your reading month? Let me know in the comments! Thank you for reading friends, I’ll catch you guys later!

Hello friends!

As always, I hope you’re healthy and doing well! I’ve been really into reading lately as you’ll see in a bit, so I’m excited to show you all the books I’ve read in the past month.

I ended up reading 11 books this month – it has been a while since I’ve read this much! This month I was able to read most of the books I had for my monthly TBR, and I was also able to fit a few spontaneous reads here and there. I was really lucky with all the books this month because of all 11 books, I disliked only one of them! I don’t know about you, but I think it’s safe to say it was a really good reading month.

Ok, let’s take a look at the books, shall we?

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

1. Heartstopper Vol. 5 by Alice Oseman: 4.25/5⭐

This was the first book I finished this month! To be honest, I didn’t even remember this series existed until I was browsing my books on my e-reader at the beginning of the month and found this beauty marked as “to read”. I was a huge fan of this series when it came out, so I was wondering how Charlie and Nick were doing! This book has a specific focus on them figuring out their sexual relationship together, Nick’s dilemma with picking a university and possibly moving far from Charlie, and also Charlie’s issues with body image. It was nice to revisit these characters that I love so much, just going through puberty and figuring life out! There’s still one more book coming, so I’m excited to see what it’s all about. Still love this series!

Synopsis

“Boy meets boy. Boys become friends. Boys fall in love. The bestselling LGBTQ+ graphic novel about life, love, and everything that happens in between: this is the fifth volume of the much-loved HEARTSTOPPER series.
Nick and Charlie are very much in love. They’ve finally said those three little words, and Charlie has almost persuaded his mum to let him sleep over at Nick’s house … But with Nick going off to university next year, is everything about to change?
By Alice Oseman, winner of the YA Book Prize, Heartstopper encompasses all the small moments of Nick and Charlie’s lives that together make up something larger, which speaks to all of us.
Contains discussions around mental health and eating disorders, and sexual references.”

2. Death Note, Vol. 4 by Tsugumi Ohba: 4/5⭐

One more “Death Note” volume read – and oh boy, the plot is thickening! This is getting so crazy, I had no idea the plot was going this way. So far I’m really enjoying this story!

Synopsis

“With two Kiras on the loose, L asks Light to join the task force and pose as the real Kira in order to catch the copycat. L still suspects Light and figures that this is the perfect excuse to get closer to his quarry. Light agrees to the plan in order to have free access to the task force resources. But when Light manages to contact the new Kira, he discovers that his rival is anything but as expected. Will Light escape from love unscathed?”

3. Death Note, Vol. 5 by Tsugumi Ohba: 3.5/5⭐

I was on a roll because I ended up reading one more “Death Note” volume! It’s starting to be difficult to put the books down!

Synopsis

“After a week locked up with no one but Ryuk for company, Light is ready to give up his Death Note and all memories of it. Freed from his past actions, Light is convinced he’s innocent. But L is ready to keep Light under lock and key forever, especially since the killings stopped once Light was incarcerated. Then a new wave of Kira crimes hits Japan. Someone else has gotten their hands on a Death Note, and these new deaths aren’t focused on making the world a better place, they’re focused on making money. Big business can be murder, and Kira has gone corporate!”

4. Letters to the Lost (Letters to the Lost #1) by Brigid Kemmerer: 5/5⭐

I had no idea I was going to love this as much reading it for the second time! If you don’t know, I read this book years ago, but since I never read the second book I decided to read this again to get into the sequel next. And I mean… this is such a perfect YA book! I don’t read a lot of sad YA books like this one anymore because I think I’ve outgrown them a little, but if I had to pick favorites this would definitely be one of them! Loved it like the first time I read it, and I would highly recommend it!

Synopsis

“Juliet Young always writes letters to her mother, a world-traveling photojournalist. Even after her mother’s death, she leaves letters at her grave. It’s the only way Juliet can cope.
Declan Murphy isn’t the sort of guy you want to cross. In the midst of his court-ordered community service at the local cemetery, he’s trying to escape the demons of his past.
When Declan reads a haunting letter left beside a grave, he can’t resist writing back. Soon, he’s opening up to a perfect stranger, and their connection is immediate. But neither Declan nor Juliet knows that they’re not actually strangers. When life at school interferes with their secret life of letters, sparks will fly as Juliet and Declan discover truths that might tear them apart.”

5. Places We’ve Never Been by Kasie West: 3.25/5⭐

An unplanned book I decided to read this month! I’m a huge Kasie West fan, and I’ve wanted to read her latest book “Places We’ve Never Been” – so I started it and read it in a couple of days. It was an okay read! It wasn’t my favorite book from Kasie West, but it also wasn’t bad. I still plan on reading her books!

Synopsis

“A contemporary Young Adult novel about a cross-country family road trip that puts one girl and her childhood best friend on an unexpected road to romance!
Norah hasn’t seen her childhood best friend, Skyler, in years. When he first moved away, they’d talk all the time, but lately their relationship has been reduced to liking each other’s Instagram posts. That’s why Norah can’t wait for the joint RV road trip their families have planned for the summer.
But when Skyler finally arrives, he seems…like he’d rather be anywhere else. Hurt and confused, Norah reacts in kind. Suddenly, her oldest friendship is on the rocks.
A summer spent driving across the country leads both Norah and Skyler down new roads and to new discoveries. Before long, they are, once again, seeing each other in a different light. Can their friendship-turned-rivalry turn into something more?”

6. The Big Bang Theory by Jessica Radloff: 5/5⭐

This is one of the best books I read this month – or should I say year? Initially, I was a little taken aback by its length. “Why is it so long? Can there really be that much to say?” The answer is a resounding: yes! This is a wonderfully put-together book, and the author did a lot of interviews and investigating to put this book together. This is a “The Big Bang Theory” bible! It uncovers an incredible array of behind-the-scenes details that most viewers never get to see. It’s amazing the amount of things that happen during the show that the viewers don’t know about. I came away with a much deeper appreciation for the show and its production. I learned so much! This is absolutely a must-read for all lovers of “The Big Bang Theory” like myself.

Synopsis

“The definitive, behind-the-scenes look at the most popular sitcom of the last decade, The Big Bang Theory, packed with all-new, exclusive interviews with the producers and the entire cast.
The Big Bang Theory is a television phenomenon. To the casual viewer, it’s a seemingly effortless comedy, with relatable characters tackling real-life issues, offering a kind of visual comfort food to its millions of dedicated fans. But the behind-the-scenes journey of the show from a failed pilot to a global sensation is a fascinating story that even the most die-hard fans don’t know in its entirety. 
The Big Bang The Definitive, Inside Story of the Epic Hit Series is a riveting, entertaining look at the sitcom sensation, with the blessing and participation of co-creators Chuck Lorre and Bill Prady, executive producers Steve Molaro and Steve Holland, as well as Johnny Galecki, Jim Parsons, Kaley Cuoco, Simon Helberg, Kunal Nayyar, Melissa Rauch, Mayim Bialik, and more. Glamour senior editor Jessica Radloff, who has written over 150 articles on the series (and even had a cameo in the finale!), gives readers an all-access pass to its intrepid producing and writing team and beloved cast. It’s a story of on-and-off screen romance told in hilarious and emotional detail, of casting choices that nearly changed everything (which even some of the actors didn’t know until now), of cast members bravely powering through personal tragedies, and when it came time to announce the 12th season would be its last, the complicated reasons why it was more difficult than anyone ever led on. Through hundreds of hours of interviews with the sitcom’s major players, Radloff dives into all this and much more. The book is the ultimate celebration of this once-in-a-generation show and a must-have for all fans.”

7. The Hunger Habit by Dr. Judson Brewer: 4.5/5⭐

This book was amazing! It gave me a different perspective on my eating and binging habits and a new approach to changing them. I’ve started doing a few things the book suggests and I’m seeing a lot of differences! Definitely worth reading – but I’ll tell you more in my upcoming review.

Synopsis

“A program proven to heal our relationship with food and our bodies from New York Times bestselling author of Unwinding Anxiety.
Sometimes it feels as if there are as many ways to struggle with food as there are foods to eat.  Craving, habit, emotions, boredom, stress, anxiety, or just the simple fact that a box of donuts seems to be omnipresent in the breakroom (free food!) can lead to feeling out of control around food.  While anxiety feels like something that happens to us, the pull of food feels like something we should be able to handle. After all, we have to eat!  But it’s not that simple.  The result of this constant struggle—and then giving in or giving up—is a toxic cocktail of shame and self-judgment that makes it feel like it is impossible to change our behavior.
The Hunger Habit is based on Judson Brewer’s deeply researched plan proven to help us understand what is going on in our brains so that we can heal the guilt and frustration we experience around eating. This is not a diet book pretending not to be a diet book. The step-by-step program focuses on the training out brains to tap into awareness to change our relationship with food and eating—shifting it from fighting with ourselves to befriending our minds and bodies. There is no willpower, calorie-counting, or restricted eating. Setbacks are a good thing! The key is to learn how to work with our brains rather than resisting our impulses, and to adopt an attitude of self-kindness rather than self-judgment.
Grounded in cutting-edge neuroscience and several decades of clinical practice as a psychiatrist, The Hunger Habit is both accessible and compassionate. It will finally help you break out of food jail and reclaim your life.”

8. An Offer From a Gentleman (Bridgertons #3) by Julia Quinn: 4.25/5⭐

Also finished one more book from the “Bridgertons” series! This book is focused on Benedict and Sophie’s romance – which I knew nothing about -, and I ended up really liking it! I had no idea this was a Cinderella retelling, so I was surprised to see Julia Quinn adding a retelling story in the middle of the series. I’m very happy the series is getting interesting! After Daphne’s book I wasn’t very excited to keep going, but now I’m glad I did because Anthony’s story and Benedict’s story were way better. Colin and Penelope are next!

Synopsis

“Sophie Beckett never dreamed she’d be able to sneak into Lady Bridgerton’s famed masquerade ball—or that “Prince Charming” would be waiting there for her! Though the daughter of an earl, Sophie has been relegated to the role of servant by her disdainful stepmother. But now, spinning in the strong arms of the debonair and devastatingly handsome Benedict Bridgerton, she feels like royalty. Alas, she knows all enchantments must end when the clock strikes midnight.
Who was that extraordinary woman? Ever since that magical night, a radiant vision in silver has blinded Benedict to the attractions of any other—except, perhaps, this alluring and oddly familiar beauty dressed in housemaid’s garb whom he feels compelled to rescue from a most disagreeable situation. He has sworn to find and wed his mystery miss, but this breathtaking maid makes him weak with wanting her. Yet, if he offers her his heart, will Benedict sacrifice his only chance for a fairy tale love?”

9. Terms and Conditions (Dreamland Billionaires #2) by Lauren Asher: 4/5⭐

At the beginning of this book, I was convinced it would top the first book: I personally love the fake dating trope and the boss/secretary trope, so I was expecting it to be better than the first book in the series. Their relationship reminded me a lot of a darker version of Harvey and Donna (they’re from a TV show named Suits), and they seemed to have a very interesting dynamic. But to be honest, I wasn’t too fond of the last third of the book for a few different reasons. At this point, the books are practically in the same tier, rating-wise. There’s only one book left, but I’m not sure what to expect because Cal (the remaining brother) seems a little different from his brothers. We’ll see!

Synopsis

“Declan
I’m destined to become the next CEO of my family’s media empire.
The only problem? My grandfather’s inheritance clause.
Fulfilling his dying wish of getting married and having an heir seemed impossible until my assistant volunteers for the job.
Our marriage was supposed to be the perfect solution to my biggest problem.
But the more we act in love for the public, the more unsure I feel about our contract.
Caring about Iris was never part of the deal.
Especially not when breaking her heart is inevitable.
Iris
My plan to marry Declan was simple in theory.
Move in together. Throw a wedding. Have a baby.
We set rules to prevent any kind of issues.
Ones that were never meant to be broken, no matter how much Declan tempts me.
But what happens when our fake relationship bleeds into our real one?
Falling in love was never an option.
At least not for me.”

10. The Guncle Abroad (The Guncle #2) by Steve Rowley: 4.25/5⭐

Once again, I loved reading about the Guncle adventures with Maisie and Grant! This was a really fun read and I loved the European background for the story. I think it’s a really good option to read for the Summer, but my advice is for you to read the first book first because you won’t understand most of what they’re talking about. But it’s worth it, I promise!

Synopsis

“Patrick O’Hara is called back to his guncle duties… This time for a big family wedding in Italy.
Patrick O’Hara is back. It’s been five years since his summer as his niece Maisie and nephew Grant’s caretaker after their mother’s passing. The kids are back in Connecticut with their dad, and Patrick has relocated to New York to remain close by and relaunch his dormant acting career. After the run of his second successful sit-com comes to a close, Patrick feels on top of the world… professionally. But some things have had to take a back seat. Looking down both barrels at fifty, Patrick is single again after breaking things off with Emory. But at least he has a family to lean on. Until that family needs to again lean on him.
When Patrick’s brother, Greg, announces he’s getting remarried in Italy, Maisie and Grant are not thrilled. Patrick feels drawn to take the two back under his wing. As they travel through Europe on their way to the wedding, Patrick tries his best to help them understand love, much as he once helped them comprehend grief. But when they arrive in Italy, Patrick is overextended managing a groom with cold feet; his sister, Clara, flirting with guests left and right; a growing rivalry with the kids’ charming soon-to-be-launt (lesbian aunt), and two moody young teens trying to adjust to a new normal, all culminating in a disastrous rehearsal dinner.
Can Patrick save the day? Will teaching the kids about love help him repair his own love life? Can the change of scenery help Patrick come to terms with finally growing up?
Gracing the work with his signature blend of humor and heart, Steven Rowley charms with a beloved story about the complicated bonds of family, love, and what it takes to rediscover yourself, even at the ripe age of fifty.”

11. Wake Up, Sleeping Beauty, Vol. 1 by Megume Morino: 2.5/5⭐

This was the only book I read this month that I didn’t like. I felt like starting a shorter, quick manga in August to keep things fresh and escape a little from my current manga, so I found this series – which I thought was a contemporary, romantic, 6-volume series by the way -, and decided to go ahead and start it. I don’t know exactly what I expected when I started reading it, but it wasn’t what I read. This is such a weird story! It’s way darker than it appears to be, and I think it’s a paranormal story? I’m not entirely sure yet. I’m going to continue, in hopes that it will get better, but I kind of regret starting it if I’m being honest. If only I knew!

Synopsis

“This funny and heartrending romantic manga set in modern Tokyo is not the fairy tale you remember! This time, Prince Charming is a teenage janitor, and Sleeping Beauty’s curse is a supernatural, gender-bending dream that threatens to pull them both into a deeper and deeper slumber…
THE AWAKENING
High schooler Tetsu Misato is hardworking, frugal, and easily scared, but he commits to a part-time job at the mansion on the hill—the one that’s rumored to be haunted. As he toils away, he notices a building separate from the estate, and the mysterious girl who lives within it: Shizu Karasawa. Tetsu slowly becomes enchanted by Shizu’s lonely smile, but by their second encounter, he quickly finds himself in over his head. There’s an unsettling feeling he can’t quite shake, but there’s love there, too.”

As usual, I’ll be posting the reviews for these books soon.

What about you guys? How was your reading month? Let me know in the comments! Thank you for reading friends, I’ll catch you guys later!

Hello friends!

One more month means a new Wrap Up – and that’s exactly what I’m bringing you today! This month I really tried to focus on reading the books from my monthly TBR and the books I’ve already started in the previous months.

That means I tried not to seek spontaneous reads this month! I really wanted to finish all the books I already started to have a clean slate for August. I ended up reading the 6 books I planned on reading from my TBR and I was also able to pick 1 random book – so if you ask me, I think it went pretty well!

Ok, let’s take a look at the books, shall we?

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

1. The Breakup Tour by Emily Wibberley & Austin Siegmund-Broka: 3/5⭐

To be honest with you guys, this book was a little disappointing. I probably hyped it up too much in my head because of how popular it became and being inspired by Taylor Swift – but it was a very mediocre book. What I disliked the most was the way the book progresses with so little action. There’s a lot of internal dialog and introspective from both main characters, and, consequentially, the action is missing. Also, there was so much room and inspiration to add details and to develop the story to make it rich, but the authors kept it very superficial. I honestly was expecting more from this story. It wasn’t terrible, but it wasn’t good as well.

Synopsis

“A rising-star musician has a second chance at love with an old flame she remembers all too well in this swoony romance from the acclaimed authors of The Roughest Draft.
Riley Wynn went from a promising singer-songwriter to a superstar overnight, thanks to her breakup song concept album and its unforgettable lead single. When Riley’s ex-husband claims the hit song is about him, she does something she hasn’t in ten years and calls Max Harcourt, her college boyfriend and the real inspiration for the song of the summer.
Max hasn’t spoken to Riley since their relationship ended. He’s content with managing the retirement home his family owns, but it’s not the life he dreamed of filled with music. When Riley asks him to go public as her songwriting muse, he agrees on one he’ll join her in her band on tour.
As they perform across the country, Max and Riley start to realize that while they hit some wrong notes in the past, their future could hold incredible things. And their rekindled relationship will either last forever or go down in flames.”

2. Death Note Vol. 3 by Tsugumi Ohba: 3.5/5⭐

I don’t have much to say about this book other than I liked it. I feel like the series is being very cohesive and the quality of each book is very similar to one another. So far I’m enjoying the story.

Synopsis

“Light Yagami is an ace student with great prospects–and he’s bored out of his mind. But all that changes when he finds the Death Note, a notebook dropped by a rogue Shinigami death god. Any human whose name is written in the notebook dies, and now Light has vowed to use the power of the Death Note to rid the world of evil. But when criminals begin dropping dead, the authorities send the legendary detective L to track down the killer. With L hot on his heels, will Light lose sight of his noble goal…or his life?”

3. The Fine Print (The Dreamland Billionaires #1) by Lauren Asher: 4/5⭐

I’ll admit I was afraid this would be a overhyped book, but I actually enjoyed this story a lot. This book has the enemies to lovers trope, which is one my favorite tropes! It’s not the most amazing romance I have ever read, but it was entertaining and I had a good time reading it.

Synopsis

“Rowan
I’m in the business of creating fairy tales.
Theme parks. Production companies. Five-star hotels.
Everything could be all mine if I renovated Dreamland.
My initial idea of hiring Zahra was good in theory, but then I kissed her.
Things spiraled out of control once I texted her using an alias.
By the time I realized where I went wrong, it was too late.
People like me don’t get happy endings.
Not when we’re destined to ruin them.
Zahra
After submitting a drunk proposal criticizing Dreamland’s most expensive ride, I should have been fired.
Instead, Rowan Kane offered me a dream job.
The catch? I had to work for the most difficult boss I’d ever met.
Rowan was rude and completely off-limits, but my heart didn’t care.
At least not until I discovered his secret.
It was time to teach the billionaire that money couldn’t fix everything.
Especially not us.”

4. The Dating Drama (My K-Drama Life #2) by Sara Martin: 3/5⭐

Another book I finished this month was “The Dating Drama” by Sara Martin, the second book in the “My K-Drama Life” series. It was okay, I guess? I think I prefer the first book a little better. I thought this would be a true romance book, but it was more of a thriller with almost no romance, so I was a little disappointed. It was entertaining at the end of the day, but like I said, I kind of hoped this would be more focused on the love story.

Synopsis

“Chloe Gibson’s dating the man of her dreams-a talented and gorgeous K-drama star. But there’s just one catch: they have to keep their relationship secret. This isn’t the ideal romance Chloe used to fantasise about.
Fortunately, there’s a glimmer of hope on the horizon. The couple have an agreement that after one year of dating in secret, they’ll front up to the South Korean media and go public with their relationship.
But the year won’t be smooth sailing.
When a mysterious package shows up, Chloe’s life is thrust into chaos. Soon she’s being plagued by creepy anonymous messages and the unsettling feeling she’s being followed.
The question is no longer whether the relationship will survive, it’s will Chloe survive?”

5. The Myth of Normal by Gabor Maté and Daniel Maté: 5/5⭐

I absolutely loved this and can confidently say this is one of the best books I’ve read this year! It’s a book written by a doctor talking about how trauma and illness develop when you are living in a toxic culture. It was fascinating and I saw myself a lot in it. Worth reading!

Synopsis

“By the acclaimed author of In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts, a groundbreaking investigation into the causes of illness, a bracing critique of how our society breeds disease, and a pathway to health and healing.
In this revolutionary book, renowned physician Gabor Maté eloquently dissects how in Western countries that pride themselves on their healthcare systems, chronic illness and general ill health are on the rise. Nearly 70 percent of Americans are on at least one prescription drug; more than half take two. In Canada, every fifth person has high blood pressure. In Europe, hypertension is diagnosed in more than 30 percent of the population. And everywhere, adolescent mental illness is on the rise. So what is really “normal” when it comes to health?
Over four decades of clinical experience, Maté has come to recognize the prevailing understanding of “normal” as false, neglecting the roles that trauma and stress, and the pressures of modern-day living, exert on our bodies and our minds at the expense of good health. For all our expertise and technological sophistication, Western medicine often fails to treat the whole person, ignoring how today’s culture stresses the body, burdens the immune system, and undermines emotional balance. Now Maté brings his perspective to the great untangling of common myths about what makes us sick, connects the dots between the maladies of individuals and the declining soundness of society—and offers a compassionate guide for health and healing. Co-written with his son Daniel, The Myth of Normal is Maté’s most ambitious and urgent book yet.”

6. Love Machine by Kendall Ryan: 3/5⭐

This was the book I picked up randomly during the month! I had this paperback on my shelf looking at me, so I thought why not? In essence, it was a mediocre read: not great, not terrible – just meh. As you can probably tell from the cringy torso cover, this is one of those fast-paced new adult romances I like to pick occasionally. I didn’t go into it with high expectations, so I’m not really disappointed with the reading experience. It was entertaining for what it was and fast to read!

Synopsis

“She says she needs some help … in the bedroom.
Come again? No, really come again.
Sweet, nerdy, lovable Keaton.
She’s my best friend and has been for years. Sure she likes numbers and math, and thinks doing other people’s taxes is fun. And I like … none of that stuff. She’s obsessed with her cat and reads novels I’ll never understand, and yet we just click. There’s no one I’d rather share breakfast burritos with or binge watch hours of Netflix. She’s my person. And so when she takes off her glasses and asks me to help her improve her skills in the bedroom, I barely have to think about it.
Of course I’ll help her. There’s no one better for the job.
I’ve been there for her through everything, why should this be any different?
But what happens when she’s ready to take her new-found confidence and move on?”

7. The Viscount Who Loved Me (Bridgertons #2) by Julia Quinn: 4.25/5⭐

I finally finished the second book in the “Bridgerton” series! I actually liked this book waaay more than the first one. I was afraid all the books were like the first book, but this book proved me wrong! I’m excited to keep going, I hope I’ll like Benedict’s story next.

Synopsis

“1814 promises to be another eventful season, but not, This Author believes, for Anthony Bridgerton, London’s most elusive bachelor, who has shown no indication that he plans to marry. And in all truth, why should he? When it comes to playing the consummate rake, nobody does it better… —Lady Whistledown’s Society Papers, April 1814
Anthony Bridgerton needs a wife.
Having spent his twenties in a rakish pursuit of pleasure, he knows it’s high time he settled down and ensured the continuation of the Bridgerton line.
Edwina Sheffield is considered the most beautiful debutante of the current season. She is also sweet, innocent and eminently biddable – Anthony is sure she’ll make a perfectly acceptable wife and vows to make her his.
The only obstacle in his way is Edwina’s older sister, Kate. Kate is determined to do all she can to allow her sister the chance to marry for love rather than convenience. And the roguish viscount is beginning to think he may have met his match in Kate’s keen wit and sharp tongue. Until, that is, he makes the mistake of kissing her…”

As usual, I’ll be posting the reviews for these books soon.

What about you guys? How was your reading month? Let me know in the comments! Thank you for reading friends, I’ll catch you guys later!

Hello friends!

Once again, I am here to share with you all the books I read this past month! To be honest, I’ve not been reading a lot lately – and of course, this reflects on this month’s reading list.

I’ve ended up reading only 2 books this month, so this will be short and sweet, friends!

Ok, let’s take a look at the books, shall we?

1. Death Note, Vol. 2: Confluence by Tsugumi Ohba: 3/5⭐

The first book I read this month was the second volume of the “Death Note” series! I’m enjoying the series so far and I’m intrigued to know how this will end. I never watched the anime version, so I have no idea!

Synopsis

“Light thinks he’s put an end to his troubles with the FBI—by using the Death Note to kill off the FBI agents working the case in Japan! But one of the agents has a fiancée who used to work in the Bureau, and now she’s uncovered information that could lead to Light’s capture. To make matters worse, L has emerged from the shadows to work directly with the task force headed by Light’s father. With people pursuing him from every direction, will Light get caught in the conflux?”

2. ASAP (XOXO #2) by Axie Oh: 3.75/5⭐

I had no idea this book was the sequel to the book “XOXO”! And to be completely honest, I think I liked this story even more? The romance was really good and I liked the characters. I wonder if the author will continue this series for the other members? I guess we’ll find out sooner or later!

Synopsis

“Sori has worked her whole life to become a K-pop idol, until she realizes she doesn’t want a life forever in the spotlight. But that’s not actually up to Sori—she’s caught between her exacting mother’s entertainment company and her father’s presidential aspirations. And as the pressure to keep her flawless public image grows, the last person she should be thinking about is her ex-boyfriend.
Nathaniel is off limits—she knows this. A member of one of the biggest K-pop bands in the world and forbidden from dating, he isn’t any more of an option now than he was two years ago. Still, she can’t forget that their whirlwind romance was the last time she remembers being really happy. Or that his family welcomed her into their home when she needed it most…
So when Nathaniel finds himself rocked by scandal, Sori offers him a hideaway with her. And back in close quarters, it’s hard to deny their old feelings. But when Sori gets an opportunity to break free from her parent’s expectations, she will have to decide: Is her future worth sacrificing for a second chance at love?”

As usual, I’ll be posting the reviews for these books soon.

What about you guys? How was your reading month? Let me know in the comments! Thank you for reading friends, I’ll catch you guys later!

Hello friends!

I hope you’re doing well. A new month just started so, as usual, I’m bringing you the books I’ve read in May!

Let me start with the elephant in the room: that May was a crazy month. You have no idea! There were so many things that happened to me in May – good and bad -, that unfortunately there was not much time left for reading. Hopefully, I’ll return to my normality soon, because my books are still waiting for me to read them!

This obviously means one thing: there are not many books to share with you today! I’ve only read 4 books in May – even writing this makes me sad! -, so I think it’s safe for me to say this was a weaker month. But life is life, and at the end of the day, I’m still happy I could read something.

Ok, enough rambling! Let’s take a look at the books, shall we?

1. Mirror Work by Louise Hay: 5/5⭐

I didn’t know how much I needed this book until I finally read it. This is one heck of a book, my friends! In “Mirror Work”, the author Louise Hay shows readers how we can heal ourselves by taking her 21-day journey of mirror work. This ended up being a life-changing book for me, and I can’t recommend it enough! I loved it so much that I still read a chapter every day to start my day the right way. If you’re into self-development, this is a must!

Synopsis

“Mirror work—looking at oneself in a mirror and repeating positive affirmations—was Louise’s powerful method for learning to love oneself and experience the world as a safe and loving place.
Each of the 21 days is organized around a theme, such as monitoring self-talk, overcoming fear, releasing anger, healing relationships, forgiving self and others, receiving prosperity, and living stress-free.
The daily program involves an exercise in front of the mirror, positive affirmations, journaling, an inspiring Heart Thought to ponder, and a guided meditation.
Packed with practical guidance and support, presented in Louise’s warmly personal words, MIRROR WORK—or Mirror Play, as she likes to call it—is designed to help
• Learn a deeper level of self-care
• Gain confidence in their own inner guidance system
• Develop awareness of their soul gifts
• Overcome resistance to change
• Boost self-esteem
• Cultivate love and compassion in their relationships with self and others
In just three weeks, you will  establish the practice of Mirror Work as a tool for personal growth and self-care, and a path to a full, rich life.”

2. The It Girl by Ruth Ware: 4/5⭐

I actually enjoyed this a lot! I’ve been reading everything except thrillers, so picking up one from my TBR was good to mix things a bit. This is more of a murder-mystery kind of thriller, in case you don’t know – you can check the synopsis below for more details on the story -, and I was super invested in the story! I love Ruth Ware’s books, so I knew this would be a hit. I was suspicious of two characters, including the culprit, so I can’t say I was super surprised when the big revelation was done. With that said, the story was good and I found myself looking forward to keep reading it, so I definitely recommend it!

Synopsis

“April Coutts-Cliveden was the first person Hannah Jones met at Oxford.
Vivacious, bright, occasionally vicious, and the ultimate It girl, she quickly pulled Hannah into her dazzling orbit. Together, they developed a group of devoted and inseparable friends—Will, Hugh, Ryan, and Emily—during their first term. By the end of the second, April was dead.
Now, a decade later, Hannah and Will are expecting their first child, and the man convicted of killing April, former Oxford porter John Neville, has died in prison. Relieved to have finally put the past behind her, Hannah’s world is rocked when a young journalist comes knocking and presents new evidence that Neville may have been innocent. As Hannah reconnects with old friends and delves deeper into the mystery of April’s death, she realizes that the friends she thought she knew all have something to hide… including a murder.”

3. Death Note, Vol. 1 by Tsugumi Ohba: 3.5/5⭐

This month I also started a new manga – yeeey exciting! I started reading the “Death Note”, because I watched one or two episodes like a decade ago – nope, not even kidding -, and from what I saw, I thought the story was interesting! I want to watch the show again one day and finish it, but for now, I’ll just read the manga. I’m very curious to see how the rivals are going to face each other in the future! For now I’m enjoying the story.

Synopsis

“Light Yagami is an ace student with great prospects – and he’s bored out of his mind. But all that changes when he finds the Death Note, a notebook dropped by a rogue Shinigami, a death god. Any human whose name is written in the notebook dies, and now Light has vowed to use the power of the Death Note to rid the world of evil. But when criminals begin dropping dead, the authorities send the legendary detective L to track down the killer. With L hot on his heels, will Light lose sight of his noble goal… or his life?
Boredom
Light tests the boundaries of the Death Note’s powers as L and the police begin to close in. Luckily, Light’s father is the head of the Japanese National Police Agency and leaves vital information about the case lying around the house. With access to his father’s files, Light can keep one step ahead of the authorities. But who is the strange man following him, and how can Light guard against enemies whose names he doesn’t know?”

4. The Duke and I (Bridgertons #1) by Julia Quinn: 3/5⭐

Also part of my TBR for May was the first book in the “Bridgertons” series, “The Duke and I“. I’ve wanted to read this series for a while, but now that the first part of the 3rd season of the Netflix show just came out, I knew I needed to make this a priority! I love the show with all my heart, so I’m sure I’ll love the books as well. After reading the first one, I’m not super impressed, but I’ll keep going nonetheless!

Synopsis

“In the ballrooms and drawing rooms of Regency London, rules abound. From their earliest days, children of aristocrats learn how to address an earl and curtsey before a prince—while other dictates of the ton are unspoken yet universally understood. A proper duke should be imperious and aloof. A young, marriageable lady should be amiable… but not too amiable.
Daphne Bridgerton has always failed at the latter. The fourth of eight siblings in her close-knit family, she has formed friendships with the most eligible young men in London. Everyone likes Daphne for her kindness and wit. But no one truly desires her. She is simply too deuced honest for that, too unwilling to play the romantic games that captivate gentlemen.
Amiability is not a characteristic shared by Simon Basset, Duke of Hastings. Recently returned to England from abroad, he intends to shun both marriage and society—just as his callous father shunned Simon throughout his painful childhood. Yet an encounter with his best friend’s sister offers another option. If Daphne agrees to a fake courtship, Simon can deter the mamas who parade their daughters before him. Daphne, meanwhile, will see her prospects and her reputation soar.
The plan works like a charm—at first. But amid the glittering, gossipy, cut-throat world of London’s elite, there is only one certainty: love ignores every rule…”

As usual, I’ll be posting the reviews for these books soon.

What about you guys? How was your reading month? Let me know in the comments! Thank you for reading friends, I’ll catch you guys later!

Hello hello!

How are you doing, friends? I hope you’re doing well! I also have news for you: April’s Wrap Up is here! Well, expected news, I guess.

I was able to read a bunch of books from my April TBR and even get a random picks in. Now with that said, it was not a good reading month because even though I read a lot, I had multiple negative ratings this month – which is not a very common thing to happen!

One very exciting thing was the fact that I finally finished reading the manga “Pita-Ten”! I’m very excited to start a new manga in May and finally put this story to rest (literally). Now I can finally start a brand new manga.

Another exciting thing that happened in April is that I was able to read a few books from my “30 Oldest Books From My TBR” List! I finished 3 books (two standalones and the last book of a trilogy) from the list, so I couldn’t be happier with my progress!

Once again, my physical books are suffering a little because I’m still not picking them a lot… but that’s just life, so what can I do? I’ll keep reading whatever formats my little heart wants!

Ok, enough rambling, let’s take a look at the books:

As you can see, I ended up reading 11 books in April. Let’s take a closer look!

1. I’ll Just Be Five More Minutes by Emily Farris: 2.5/5⭐

This was the book I picked randomly during the month. How to describe this book? It’s mostly an autobiographical collection of stories, focused on the author’s experience living with ADHD. While it was interesting to read about some of her experiences, it was a little too all over the place for me. I get that that’s the point – showing how her brain works – but that could also be achieved if the book was a little more organized and structured. There are a lot of stories in the book that weren’t relevant and at some point, it felt like the author was just rambling talking about random events that happened. It felt a little weird, but I’ll tell you more when I publish the review!

2. The Practice Kiss (My K-Drama Life #1) by Sara Martin: 3.75/5⭐

I was excited to start this series, and fortunately, I was able to start it this past month! I didn’t hate it, but I also can’t say I loved it. Maybe I had high expectations, but there were some moments here and there that didn’t feel quite right. Especially the hot-n-cold behavior coming from the male character. I still think the book was entertaining, though! Funny enough, I didn’t know the second book was an actual continuation of the first book! I thought it was a companion novel kind of series. Oh well, I just hope it’s good!

3. Isla and the Happily Ever After by Stephanie Perkins: 2/5⭐

This was such a weird book. I’m okay with some infantility and immaturity while reading YA, but I seriously couldn’t stop cringing while reading this book! Isla is probably the most immature character I have ever read in YA – and that’s saying a lot, knowing I’ve read a LOT of YA books. I wanted to give this book a positive rating, but I honestly couldn’t get over it and it kind of ruined the book for me. Too bad this is how I concluded the series!

4. Break You (Boys of Trinity Hall #1) by M.V. Ellis: 2/5⭐

Yeah, I didn’t like this too much. I can’t even describe to you how over the place this book is. It was super dramatic, and not in a good way! The guy traumatizes her for a weird revenge that vanishes with a short conversation near the end… Also, no relationship was actually developed – just smut -, and at the end of the book they said “I love you” to one another. Nothing really made sense, and it wasn’t even enjoyable. I wouldn’t recommend this one.

5. Pita-Ten, Vol. 7 by Koge-Donbo: 3/5⭐

I planned on reading this volume for April, and I was able to reach my goal in only a few hours!

The mood got a little better since the previous volume so I read this a little faster. There was a sad moment there that I didn’t really expect, but the story got a little better afterward.

6. Pita-Ten, Vol. 8 by Koge-Donbo: 3/5⭐

And I’m officially done with the “Pita-Ten” series friends! I can’t believe I finally finished this – I was reading this for a few months now and I’m finally free from it. Like I said a few times before, I prefer the anime version of this story, because I had more fun watching it than reading it. The manga version gets a little too serious and confusing, and at some point, I was really confused about what was going on. At the end of the day, it was an okay-ish series and it was entertaining for what it was… and now I’m ready to move on!

7. Twisted Lies (Twisted #4) by Ana Huang: 4.25/5⭐

I FINALLY finished the “Twisted” series! If you don’t know, I actually started this book a few months ago, but I kind of lost interest in this universe, so I put it down for a while. But I was only 1 book away from finishing the series so I decided that I needed to read it for once and for all! For the first time ever, I read a book in 3 formats: audiobook, paperback, and digital copy! Funny enough, I actually enjoyed this story a lot, and I dare to say it’s probably my favorite from the series. I thought it would be boring, but I had fun reading it! The romance between Stella and Christian was very well developed, and I was interested to keep on reading. It was a longer book compared to the others, but I’m glad I finally read it.

8. How to Keep House While Drowning by K.C. Davis: 5/5⭐

I absolutely looooved this book! I think its superpower is to validate that it’s okay if you don’t have everything figured out. It’s probably one of the most humble and validating books I have ever read! There are some practical tips that I’ve taken from it, but I mostly feel that I’m actually doing a good job maintaining the house clean and clutter-free. Highly recommend this one if you’re struggling in this area.

9. The Chosen and the Beautiful by Nghi Vo: 2.5/5⭐

I can’t believe I was tricked into reading “The Great Gatsby” again. I picked this up randomly during the month but did not love it. It’s not that it’s bad, I just don’t see the point of writing the exact same story from a different POV and adding random magical elements here and there. I’m not the biggest fan of the original book either, so I can’t say I enjoyed reading the story once again. Sure, it was a good way for me to remember the details of the original story because I honestly didn’t remember almost anything. But other than that, it was boring and not my cup of tea!

10. Entwined by Heather Dixon Wallwork: 2.5/5⭐

Another book I picked randomly this month from my “30 Oldest Books From My TBR” List! I personally didn’t love this story if I’m being honest. This was a retelling of the “Twelve Dancing Princesses” story, which I’m not the biggest fan of (just like what happened with the previous book). I also don’t think it was necessarily a bad book, but I was bored and couldn’t wait for it to be over. Anyway, it was part of my TBR and I finally read it! And now I finally know what it was all about, so that’s all that matters!

11. November 9 by Colleen Hoover: 4/5⭐

Just like the last book, this was also from my “30 Oldest Books From My TBR” List! I’ve had this book on my TBR for a very long time, and I even attempted to read it once – but I wasn’t in the mood for it at the time, to be honest! I actually enjoyed this a lot, and in true Colleen fashion, this had a few plot twists in the mix! It was fast-paced, and every year something dramatic happened so I was always invested in the story. This was the only Colleen Hoover book I was missing from her first ever books, so now I’m good! I still have a few books to read from her that are more recent, but we’ll get there eventually. For now, I’m just happy I finished another book from my TBR oldies!

As usual, I’ll be posting the reviews for these books soon.

What about you guys? How was your reading month? Let me know in the comments! Thank you for reading friends, I’ll catch you guys later!

Hello friends!

Today I’m bringing you all the books I read the past month! March was a slower reading month for me and I struggled a little with wanting to read, to be completely honest. So let’s talk about it!

We all go through different phases at times, and that also applies to my reading habits! Sometimes it’s easier for me to pick up paperbacks, other times it’s not. Other times it’s easier for me to read in Portuguese, other times it’s not. You get the point! So let me tell you about my current phase: I’m very inclined to grab my e-reader and read there; I’m listening to a few audiobooks as well, but I’m not picking them as much as I usually do; and at the moment I have NO desire to pick up paperbacks! I’m just not in the mood to pick up this format right now – and that means my physical reads are being a little neglected.

And that is apparent, once again, for March. I planned on starting a new series by reading a single paperback (“City of Bones” by Cassandra Clare) and I still couldn’t be bothered to read that! I was still able to read a few ebooks and audiobooks, so that’s what you’ll find in this list!

For March I ended up reading 6 books in total: three ebooks (one of them was a manga volume) and three audiobooks. Most of my reads this month came from my planned TBR! Meaning: I only finished a single random pick this month, all of the other books were planned.

Ok, let’s take a look at this month’s selection!

1. Pita-Ten Vol. 6 by Koge-Donbo: 2.5/5⭐

This was probably my least favorite volume so far. The mood changed a lot and I’m losing interest in it – something that doesn’t happen in the anime version. Fortunately, I’m almost finishing the series! I still think the anime version is better and more entertaining.

2. Hello Stranger by Katherine Center: 4.5/5⭐

Another great book I read this month was “Hello Stranger” by Katherine Center! This was such a unique story, full of romance and fun moments. I first read “The Bodyguard” from the same author and loved it, and now I fell in love with this book! I’m 100% going to keep an eye out for new releases from her! I highly recommend either one of them.

3. Scar (Skin Books #3) by Alice Broadway: 2/5⭐

Oh my God, I can’t believe I finally finished this trilogy. I had really high expectations for this because I thought the concept was super interesting… but every single book felt flat. I was so disappointed with the way this trilogy developed – and to be honest, I couldn’t wait for it to be over. I’ll share with you all my thoughts soon!

4. Confessions by Kanae Minato: 5/5⭐

This was such a fantastic, crazy thriller, I loved it! I honestly still can’t believe this is a debut novel. This thriller was part of my March TBR list, and it was super easy to read because I couldn’t put it down. I just never read a book like this before! The first chapter was so crazy that I couldn’t stop reading it afterward – and if I wasn’t reading it, I was thinking about it. It’s super twisted and full of plot twists with crazy revelations! I can’t recommend this one enough!

5. Anna and the French Kiss (Anna and the French Kiss #1) by Stephanie Perkins: 4.25/5⭐

One of the audiobooks I planned on reading in March was “Anna and the French Kiss”, the first book in the series. I’ve been wanting to read this trilogy for a very long time, so I decided to start it this month to make some progress on my “30 Oldest Books on my TBR” List. I had a feeling this was one of those overrated YA romances, but I was wrong – I had a lot of fun reading this and I think this book deserves the hype! I know I’m about 10 to 15 years late to the party, but I’m glad I finally read it.

6. Lola and the Boy Next Door (Anna and the French Kiss #2) by Stephanie Perkins: 3.5/5⭐

I still had some extra time to listen to another audiobook, so I ended up listening to the second book in the “Anna and the French Kiss” series: “Lola and the Boy Next Door”. This was cute, but I definitely liked the first book more than the second book. There’s a more… adult feel to this one. I enjoyed it for what it was nevertheless.

As usual, I’ll be posting the reviews for these books soon.

What about you guys? How was your reading month? Let me know in the comments! Thank you for reading friends, I’ll catch you guys later!

Hello friends!

I hope you’re doing well! Today I’m bringing you all the books I read in February.

If you read my February TBR, you know this month was a little different from what I usually do! I have started a lot of paperbacks in the previous months, so for February I decided to mostly listen to audiobooks. I selected 5 audiobooks from my TBR list and I also added one volume from my current manga – I thought that would give me more time to finish my paperbacks!

I think the month went pretty well! I was able to read some books from my TBR, finish books I’ve started in the previous months, and even pick up a few random reads! It was a positive reading month for me and I’m glad I decided to change the format for February.

Ok, let’s take a look at the books I’ve read this past month together, shall we?

1. The Game of Life and How to Play It by Florence Scovel Shinn: 4.5/5⭐

This is a random book I first saw in a random Instagram short. A lady was talking about how this book changed her life, so I immediately added it to my TBR, and a couple of hours later I started reading it. I ended up really liking this book! It’s mostly about how to create good quality affirmations to obtain the life you want – which is something I needed a lot! It was very random, but it ended up taking a lot from it. Definitely recommend it!

2. Living With Kidney Stones by Samanta Bowick: 2/5⭐

The only book that received a negative rating this month was “Living With Kidney Stones” by Samantha Bowick. Like the title implies, she shares her story and tells the readers what it is like living with kidney stones. I honestly couldn’t relate to her experience for several different reasons, and I don’t think this book would help anyone to be sincere. The information the book offers is very specific and can only be applied to a short amount of people. Plus, the few facts the book presents (and that matter) are not very complete – there is more talking about health insurance than anything else. I believe there are many great books on the subject, and unfortunately, this is not one of them.

3. Steal You Away by Victoria Ashley: 4.25/5⭐

I started this book in January but finished it in February. Sometimes I like to grab random New Adult romances to help me get out of reading slumps… and this one worked like a charm! I’ve read a lot of romances and it’s starting to get hard to find good books that still captivate me. I ended up really liking this one and I had a lot of fun reading it!

4. Pita-Ten Vol. 4 by Koge-Donbo: 3/5⭐

This is the manga I’ve been reading for the past few months, and to be honest with you I’m starting to lose interest in it. It’s an okay series to binge, but I believe the anime version is a little better and more entertaining. I just feel like the mood is shifting drastically and things are getting very serious – something that doesn’t happen in the anime version, I might add. I’m getting a little impatient and I want to change my current manga, so I’ll probably try to finish the rest of the series in March.

5. Pita-Ten Vol. 5 by Koge-Donbo: 3/5⭐

Fortunately, I was able to grab an extra volume this month, so now I’m only missing 3 more volumes to finish this series. Part of me is curious to see how it’s going to end, but part of me is kind of tired of this series. I need something fresh!

6. Never Grow Up by Jackie Chan: 3.25/5⭐

This month I also read Jackie Chan’s memoir titled “Never Grow Up”. I actually enjoyed this a lot, but I think the book could be a little more organized. I was surprised to read about a lot of his experiences, and even a little shocked with some of his revelations. He matured a lot and he learned from his mistakes, and I admire his humility in talking about it. Also, his work ethic is immaculate and he’s a big inspiration to me! Not perfect, but I appreciate it for what it is and the messages behind it.

What about you guys? How was your reading month? Let me know in the comments! Thank you for reading friends, I’ll catch you guys later!

Hello friends!

I hope you’re all doing well! Today I’m bringing you all the books I read in January – our first Wrap-up of the year yay!

I’ll admit my first reading month of the year did not go as smoothly as I would. It was a bit of a mess, but I was still able to read a few books. I have so much going on that reading just wasn’t a priority this month – or… planned reading, should I say instead?

I ended up reading only one book from my TBR – still better than none, right? – which was a volume from the manga I’m currently reading. And I also listened to 3 audiobooks and read 2 ebooks – all were unplanned. Ok, let’s take a look at the books, shall we?

1. Even Urologists Get Kidney Stones by Evan R. Goldfischer: 4/5⭐

This was a book I picked up randomly! Apparently, I have a tendency to develop kidney stones and since I’m a reader… why not read a few books on the subject to keep myself well informed? This was the first one I found and I thought the title was interesting, so I started reading it and ended up reading the entire thing in a sitting! It was very informative and had a very interesting perspective since the kidney stone surgeon who wrote the book shared his own experience of having a kidney stone.

2. Lolita by Vladimir Nabokov: 4/5⭐

Another book was picked randomly during the month! I’ve been eyeing this book for a very long time, but to be honest, I never dared to start it. I knew it was going to be a difficult book to read, but it felt like the right time had come so I finally grabbed it! Well, I was right, it was disturbing, but it was very well-written and put together! I understand why this is a classic now.

3. Pita-Ten Vol. 3 by Koge-Donbo: 3.5/5⭐

The only book I read from my TBR! This month I continued the manga I’m currently reading by picking up the third volume. So far so good, but I still prefer the anime version! We’ll see how the rest of the volumes go. I’m planning on reading the fourth volume in February.

4. Dear Bridget, I Want You by Penelope Ward and Vi Keeland: 3.25/5⭐

Another book I started randomly this month. I just wanted something fun and light, so I picked up a random romance from my TBR! This ended up being just an okay romance – nothing bad, but also nothing extraordinary -, but I’m still glad I read it because it made me want to read more! I’ll probably pick up a few more romances after reading this, not going to lie to you!

5. Sea Witch (Sea Witch #1) by Sarah Henning: 3.25/5⭐

I’ve started the year the right way by reading a book from my “30 Oldest Books on my TBR” list! I can’t even remember how long this was been on my TBR, but I’m so glad I finally read it! It was just an okay read at the end of the day, but it was entertaining.

6. Paris: The Memoir by Paris Hilton: 4.25/5⭐

Another book I picked randomly this month was Paris Hilton’s memoir “Paris: The Memoir”. I admit I wasn’t expecting what she talked about in the book, but I was pleasantly surprised by her honesty and humility. It was a very eye-opening memoir and it made me think of how quickly and easily we judge people we know nothing about. She talked about some very serious issues and I’m glad she brought them to light. Very impressed with this one!

As usual, I’ll be posting the reviews for these books soon.

What about you guys? How was your reading month? Let me know in the comments! Thank you for reading friends, I’ll catch you guys later!

Hello friends!

I hope you’re all doing well! Today I’m bringing you all the books I read in December. I’m not going to lie, this was not the best reading month for me. I believed I would have time to read all the books I planned for the month, but unfortunately, things didn’t go as planned in December!

The truth is that I wasn’t exactly busy because of the holidays – I picked up a new hobby that consumed a lot of time (I’ll tell you all about it soon). I hoped I would read like I did in November, but that just didn’t happen – and that’s okay.

I ended up reading 5 books this month, which include 2 manga volumes, 1 non-fiction book, 1 fantasy book from a series, and a memoir. Let’s take a look at the books, shall we?

1. Pita-Ten Vol. 1 by Koge-Donbo: 3.5/5⭐

This was the manga I decided to start in December! It was part of my monthly TBR and fortunately, I was able to finish it. So far so good, but I still prefer the anime version! We’ll see how the rest of the volumes go.

2. Pita-Ten Vol. 2 by Koge-Donbo: 3.5/5⭐

Another volume from the manga was completed in December. I was planning on reading the third volume as well, but I just didn’t have the time!

3. Ready Player Two (Ready Player One #2) by Ernest Cline: 3.5/5⭐

I’m very excited to say I completed this duology! To be completely honest, I didn’t love this one as much I did the first one. It was just not as good, but I’m still glad I finished another series I’ve been wanting to read!

4. Things My Son Needs to Know About the World by Fredrik Backman: 3.5/5⭐

This is a book I picked randomly and I didn’t know much about it other than who the author was. I’ve read a few books from Fredrik Backman before and I was curious about this one. Unlike his usual work, this is a non-fiction book and it’s essentially a love letter to his newborn son. It was very beautiful and sweet, and I appreciate him sharing it with the world.

5. Pageboy by Elliot Page: 3.5/5⭐

An interesting memoir to say the least! As soon as I saw this was going to be released I was immediately interested in it. I have a few conflicting feelings about this memoir because I wish was more focused on him instead of focusing so much on romantic relationships. Also, I think if the book followed a timeline it would be easier to enjoy. Not great, but I still liked it though.

As usual, I’ll be posting the reviews for these books soon.

What about you guys? How was your reading month? Let me know in the comments! Thank you for reading friends, I’ll catch you guys later!