Once Upon A Broken Heart | 
pickThe first twenty to thirty pages were rough. I was expecting this to be a terrible read especially with how Jacks was introduced, but I was wrong. The book got better. There were still some things I didn‘t like, but I was able to overlook. I ended up enjoying this way more than I thought I would and actually read it in two days because I couldn‘t put it down. The ending was left on such a cliffhanger and I can't wait to read the second book.
The most wonderful time of the year! Maybe I'll get through a couple more. For now, tagged book was my best read, Richard Osman was a close second.
#myyearinbooks #2022
@bree.v08 just gave me the best news ever! Once upon a broken heart is getting a THIRD BOOK! 🥳🥳
I was so excited….giddy with happinesss!
…..until I realized I have to wait a whole year to see what happens to EvaJacks…..
pick⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I really enjoyed this book. This was a super fast read for a 400 page book. It starts in a quick-paced desperate way that kept me swiping (kindle book read!) I‘m a Garber fan and can‘t help but become intertwined with her magical way of writing. I‘ve been struggling with YA Fantasy, what used to be my favorite genre has become predictable and eye rolling. This book was fun! And I could easily overlook Evangeline‘s stupid choices!
So I never read the Caraval series but I read this one in 1 day! Super fun, fast paced, twists and turns. Can't wait for the next one.
#librarybook
Thanks for the tag @Kelly_the_Bookish_Sidekick
🌺 current read is Inquisition by Tarah Matharu set in a fantasy medieval world with many cities; pelt and Vocan Academy.
🌺🌺 last five star read was the new Molly Lee book Spark of Ash - the 3rd in a series
🌺🌺🌺 so many good releases coming in Aug but I‘m most excited about Stephanie Garber‘s upcoming book Once Upon A Broken Heart coming out this September #wonderouswednesday I‘ll tag @Book1
pick“I believe there are far more possibilities than happily ever after or tragedy. Every story has the potential for infinite endings.”
Evangeline Fox grew up hearing legends of immortals, like the tragic story of the Prince of Hearts. 🤴🏼💔 Where his powers are that of mythic proportions and his kiss is worth dying for… 💋
#fantasy #YA #romance #magic #YAfantasy #fiction #fantasyromance #highfantasy #youngadult #vampires #legends
pickI was honestly surprised that I enjoyed this book so much -my fantasy preferences strongly run primarily in shifter books-but I‘ve already placed a hold on Caraval to read them all! The characters were intriguing as was the universe itself. It was delightful!
I read 18 books in April.
This was the worst reading slump month I‘ve had in years.
Here are nine 4.5 - 5 star reads.
Three were ARCs, two were Libby loans and four were from my personal stash. (My goal is to read more of my own books)
April was a mixed bag of fun! I could easily recommend all of these books to someone.
pickWhat an absolutely stunning fairytale. I fell in love with this one so quickly. The characters are so charming and the plot was fantastic :) took a little longer to get through due to covid but I'm glad I had it with me to get me through
5 star Read
pickMagical, witty, and engaging - this is a must read. I might consider waiting to read this until the next book is out to quell the heartache (lol, get it?) caused by the cliffhanger ending. This story is a great addition to the Caraval legacy, and I look forward to seeing more of my favorite antihero
#caraval
#2022pick
pick🎧 I hate that I loved this book. 😆
Very fairy tale-like so don‘t expect reality and know that most of your predictions will probably be correct. Team Jax❣️
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1. Once Upon a Broken Heart
and
Blood, Sweat & Chrome: The Wild and True Story of Mad Max: Fury Road
2. Both
3. Tokyo Dreaming
#Weekendreads
@rachelsbrittain
so-soI didn‘t remember the Caraval series well enough for me to spot all the connections, and I couldn‘t really connect with Evangeline. Pretty forgettable, on the whole, but maybe the second in the series will pick up the pace and excitement.
"I believe there are far more possibilities than happily ever after or tragedy. Every story has the potential for infinite endings."
pickThis book was pure cotton candy, bubblegum fun! I love the world of Caraval and this was a great addition. The descriptions are magical and I feel like there was a missed opportunity to put a unicorn in this story. It felt like reading a Disney princess story. I'm using this for #pop22 fulfills prompt from previous challenge #prettiestontbr #pantone2022 #popsugar
pickThis was so much fun! I don‘t typically read YA or fantasy but this was such a treat I think I need to! While it did have romance in it that aspect didn‘t overwhelm the story (which I appreciated) and was more of a catalyst for the adventure and craziness that ensued. The narrator was great and it ended on a cliffhanger. I am really excited to see where the story goes next! 🌟🌟🌟🌟
Thank you @Chrissyreadit for my #littlechristmasswap - I‘ve been dying to read this book and both the chocolates look AMAZING. I‘m having a rough week with my anxiety so opening this was such a nice treat ♥️
I'm definitely feeling better than I was, but despite that I'm still coughing a lot, achey, and so so tired. 🤒😴 I'm trying to tell myself that any progress is progress, even if it doesn't feel like much. But I'm frustrated to not be all better yet. All this bed rest however means that I can read and read and read (when I'm not sleeping!) with my kitties and drink endless amounts of tea! Started this one today and am loving it already! 💕📚💕
pickOh my, a must read, especially if you‘re already a Caravel fan! What is the Prince of Hearts up to now and what does Evangeline‘s story have to do with it? I devoured the book and can‘t wait for the sequel.
pickOh my, a must read, especially if you‘re already a Caravel fan! What is the Prince of Hearts up to now and what does Evangeline‘s story have to do with it? I devoured the book and can‘t wait for the sequel.
Omg I love when you start a book that you just can‘t put down. I‘ve been reading this book for 3 hours straight and probably will not stop until I'm done.
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pickBook #60: I loved getting back into the world of Caraval! This series is so perfectly YA, easy to read, and an interesting world. Can‘t wait to continue this series!
October reading wrap up! It‘s been a busy month but hopefully I‘ll be able to put up some individual reviews for some of my favorite books of the month.
Books read: 📖 📖 📖 📖 📖
Ratings: ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
#wrapup #readingwrapup #october #fantasy #mystery #ya #agathachristie
Still working my way through this (I got distracted by other books and some major life events) but made it to Part Three and I have to say I‘m really still enjoying it #tbr #currentlyreading #novemberreads
pick4/5. I love Stephanie Garber‘s writing, as well as the world she has created. However, I didn‘t find this book to be half as engrossing and immersive as the “Caraval” trilogy. Still, I feel like it will pick up in the sequels, as it definitely started to get much better towards the end.
This is the signed exclusive edition of “ Once Upon a Broken Heart” from Barnes and Noble. I Love the cover and design. 💕
so-soThis one didn‘t frustrate me as much as Finale, but neither did it have the all the magic of Caraval
pickY‘all this book is pure escapism! Jack‘s! OMG this dude! I can‘t wait for the next title. This is such a great world to dive into.
pickI loved being back in the same universe as Caraval, but at a different time, getting to know the story of Jacks and Evangeline. Stephanie Garber builds such unique worlds and has a beautiful way of writing that I find myself getting lost in each of her books. 4⭐️
Well I suck at posting what I have been reading. I had a four day weekend so here the the stack of books that I read/listened to. Can you tell that I did nothing but read and relax over those 4 days. My favorites were the tagged book, Show Me a Sign, Set Me Free and You‘d Be Home Now. Unfortunately it is back to reality tomorrow. 😭😭😭 the tagged book was my #bookspin for this month and Ghost Squad was my #doublebookspin for the month.
Trying this fun challenge. 📖📚
#AnyWayYouReadathon
Books want to read:
🎃 The Ex Hex (i'm on page 148)
🎃 Once Upon a Broken Heart
🎃 We Were Liars
🎃 Witch Haven
I'd liked to read 25 hours 😊
@kimmypete1
@Eggbeater
@MidnightBookGirl
#TeamSlaughter 🎃
pickLove hate relationship with this book; I really hate Evangeline; she thinks she knows, when she totally doesn‘t. Then she says she shouldn‘t and wouldn‘t second guess Marisol….even though she‘s never actually doubted her to begin with. And also, if all you want is the dude to love you, take the win! I can‘t even with her. But, I loved everything else and I need to know what happens next because Jacks. All the feels for him.
pick"Every story has the potential for infinite endings".
Rating:⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Like her previous books, this had all the magic and wonder I enjoyed from her Caraval series. I loved Jacks and Evangeline. Next year can't come soon enough, I need the second book, preferably now?
Okay this book is actually super cute and I can‘t seem to put it down😅 I‘m definitely interested in reading the Caraval series now!
pickWhen I requested this ARC, I hadn't realised it was about Jacks from the Caravel trilogy by the same author. Jacks is an intriguing character, & although I was a little lukewarm about the original books, I really enjoyed this one. The world-building is detailed, & the chemistry between Evangeline & Jacks slowly builds. I can't wait for the second book. 4.5🌟
Thanks to NetGalley & publishers, Hodder & Stoughton, for the opportunity to read an ARC.
Just got this beauty in the mail! 🖤🖤🖤
#BookMail #NewReleaseDay
pickI really enjoyed the new Stepanie Garber book, set in the world of Caraval, but with a new heroine, Evangeline Fox. It also has Jack's, Prince of Hearts. It makes me want to reread Caraval again. Evangeline asks Jacks for help in stopping the wedding of her love Luc. But she must give three kisses whenever Jacks needs her to do so. Since it just came out will have to wait ages for the next one. Luckily I have loads of books to keep me going!
pickThis one expands on the world & characters Garber introduced in her Caraval trilogy & it is a fun story about what happens when happily ever after is elusive & what people will do to get their elusive happy ending. What they‘ll do, as readers learn, is make questionable deals with the wrong people, go on adventures, make new friends & dangerous enemies, uncover secrets & discover lost prophecies. A quick, fun read. On sale 9/28/21.
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