This post reflects on early 2025, focusing on books like “Sunrise on the Reaping” and “The New Hunger.” Recapping a variety of genres while sharing opinions on various titles, highlighting successes and disappointments.
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From Buying to Reading: A Book Lover’s Challenge
In 2024, I embarked on Challenge24, focusing on reading owned books instead of buying new ones. I read 169 books but still felt overwhelmed by my shelves. Through this process, I discovered new genres, embraced the joy of donating books, and plan to continue curating my library in 2025.
Celebrating December: Books, Festivities, and Reflections
December is a month of celebrations, cold weather, and reflective reading. This post highlights various books read and shares a desire for mindful resolutions in 2025.
November Book Roundup: Cozy Reads and Recommendations
The post reflects on November’s readings and celebrates quirky events like World Hello Day. Highlights include “Midnight in the Snow” by Karen Swan and “Without Ever Reaching the Summit” by Paolo Cognetti. The perfect month for cosy reading!
Books I Let Go: Lessons from My Reading Journey
In 2024, I challenged myself to read only books I already owned, ultimately deciding to part with those no longer valued. This is my attempt to make space, donate books, and recognise the importance of keeping only those that truly resonate.
My Unhinged Review of A Court of Thorns and Roses
This is my unhinged review of Sarah J. Maas’s A Court of Thorns and Roses series. The narrative explores themes of love, healing, and growth, with engaging character development throughout the trilogy. The emotional depth and vivid world-building make it a compelling read, and well worth the hype it has received.
Must-Read Books for a Relaxed October
In October, we reflect on a slow reading month, appreciating the season’s cosy vibe.
Reviewing several books, including “Chasers of the Light” and “What You Are Looking For Is In The Library,” praising their engaging narratives while critiquing “Beautiful Animals” for its shallow characters.
September Reading Reflections: A Month of New Beginnings
August highlights include the first roller coaster’s anniversary and National Booklovers Day as well as a review of all the books read this month.
Everything I read in August
August highlights include the first roller coaster’s anniversary and National Booklovers Day as well as a review of all the books read this month.
Everything I Read in July
“If I had my way, I’d remove January from the calendar altogether and have an extra July instead.” Roald Dahl And so we’re in July – the best of all the summer months for me, this one is named after that most well known of Roman Generals, Julius Caesar. He is the one to thankContinue reading “Everything I Read in July”