I‘m trying to finish (or DNF) the many books I‘m in the middle of and this is one of them. I read a few chapters a few weeks ago, decided I liked it but never went back…Picked it up again last night and I am loving it. #arc

I started really liking this but at 25% it seems like the story is going in circles…

This was a very tough memoir to get through. Damatac does not hold back in her accounts of everything she went through while being undocumented in the US for 20 years. More stories like this need to be told so that we do not forget how lucky and privileged we are.

*TW: Abuse is addressed HEAVILY throughout the book*

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This is one of the most beautiful writing I've encountered, ever. Hilje manages to deliver a story filled with longing and lost love between partners, in life and country.

Possibly my favorite book this year!

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I was on such a good streak reconnecting with Allende‘s writing in recent years, but this story was not a favorite. I felt it dragged on, I didn‘t feel a connection with any of the characters, and just found the overall story underwhelming.

I did not DNF‘d this out of loyalty to Allende, but it did take me almost 3 months to finish it. Overall, I‘m glad I read it, and hoping I have a better experience with her next book.

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Current audiobook…I started reading this on Kindle, but was not connecting with it, so I tried on audio and I can‘t stop listening to it!

This story sucks you in, you immediately feel that you want to protect these girls who have been shunned by the whole town for the choices that they've made. These girls fight with and for each other and as the book progresses and dynamics shift, the story never loses its focus: The power of sisterhood and the female spirit.

One of the most beautiful stories I've read this year. The last chapter will forever hold a special place in my heart.

Current audioboook…Liking the narration on this!

Time to start this one…Been putting it off for way too long and I‘m challenging myself to finish reading it by Tuesday (pub date!).

And isn‘t this a gorgeous cover?

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There was a time on my reading journey where I was obsessed with Grisham‘s books. He couldn‘t write them fast enough 😅

My taste has evolved and I haven‘t been keeping up with his books in a while. But receiving and ARC of his latest book just felt like a full circle moment to me ❤️

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This was cute but a little predictable. Had a fun time with it. Thanks @Reggie for the rec! 🤗

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Been slowly chipping away at this for the past week (daughter had national exams last week and HS graduation on Saturday 🎉🥹). And it was tough to put this one down because it‘s SOOO good!

First Oates and I loved the experience! What a great (also, very disturbing!) story.

I took my time reading this one, because I did not want to miss any details. Even though I kind of figured out who killed Fox early on, the story becomes so twisted that I started to feel that any of the characters could've done it.

Highly recommend this one and I can't wait to read more Oates! #arc

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Enjoyed the first installment of this thriller series!

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Current audiobook… Didn‘t know this was a thing! 😮

This was great! I watch SNL sporadically, so I am not very familiar with cast members. When I came across this audiobook, decided to give it a try and I was laughing most of the time.

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Started this one last night and I‘m loving the way Oates writes! #arc

This was just making me mad…Bailed at 36%

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Even though I figured early on how it was going to end (we all know how this relationships tend to play out), I was still so end This book! As soon as I read the synopsis, I knew that it was something that I needed to read immediately.

Even though I figured early on how it was going to end (we all know how this relationships tend to play out), I was still so endeared to Charlie and I just kept wishing I could give her a hug.

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Friends: I think I‘m reading my favorite book of the year! ❤️

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Current audiobook… 🤦🏽‍♀️

I didn‘t know who this author was when I accepted an ARC for her memoir and maybe that was a mistake because it took me a while to get through this.

Glad I was given the opportunity to read it, she has had to overcome a lot of struggles, but I felt that this book just focused more on that and, as readers, we never get to really learn about her career as a writer.

Low pick

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Unofficial title translation: The Gipsy Bride

I‘ve been craving a thriller and also something in Spanish, so decided to pick this up…and I‘m hooked! Loving the short chapters and already invested in the characters and the murder case.

Best part: I‘m late to the game and this is a series and there are 5 books out already 🙌🏽

As heartbreaking as this story was, I loved everything about this book!

The ending was perfect. The story was told with such care that I kept thinking about it when I was not reading it.

Loved! #arc

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I went into this thinking that it might be a light read and what I found was one of the most beautiful stories about loss, love, family and friendship.

Told in dual timelines, we get to know the Almas family story in present day and later on through the secret journal from the family‘s matriarch. Mia and her Teta will always hold a special place in my heart.

Loved! #arc

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This one was not for me…

I‘ve been so intrigued about this one and I‘m on a book hangover after finishing my last book where nothing seemed appealing… So, I‘m going to try to start and finish this ARC before it releases in the US on Tuesday! #arc

Received this ARC 2 days ago and started it that same night! Almost 50% in and it‘s soo good, so far! #arc

Current audiobook…Can‘t decide if the narrator‘s voice is boring me or not…

This was interesting but at almost 50% in I just felt like Joe was yelling all the time and it made me anxious 😅

This was a great memoir, in my opinion. The author did not hold back and was vulnerable about all her own shortcomings and addictions.

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Started this one today and already chuckled a few times 😊

Low pick.

This is my first book by Chris Pavone and I had a good time with it. Sometimes the story felt too long, and I got confused with some of the POVs, but it was a very well crafted story, overall.

I adored Chicky's character and it made me root for him throughout the story.

Did not expect that ending!

I feel that this was a great introduction to Pavone's writing and made me want to read his backlist.

3.5⭐️ #arc

I could not stop reading/listening to this!

TW: Eating disorder

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Almost gave up on this a couple of times. Felt like the story was stretched out on some parts. Glad I stuck with it because it might be my favorite that I‘ve read from her.

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Don‘t let the cover on this book fool you! This is not a romcom, but a young woman‘s quest for self-discovery.

Durga moves to Ireland from India to pursue a new job and independence from her family. At her new home she finds love, friendship, but she‘s always questioning her choices.

There‘s a (very shocking!) twist in the story and it turns her world upside down. How will she deal with this new perspective?

Loved!

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I‘ve been hearing so many good things from early readers of this one and my ARC came today! This will be my first by Oates 😊

Current (2nd!) audiobook… Library hold came in and couldn‘t wait to start it!

Started this one last night and the format it‘s written in has taken me a bit to get used to, but I‘m enjoying the story, so far! #arc

Reached an unexpected twist on this story right before I had to put this book down and do some work. Had to put my Kindle in another room to avoid temptation! 😅 #arc

Current audiobook…Can‘t believe I didn‘t have to wait that long for my library hold to come through! 😊

This is my first Ali Hazelwood and it kept me entertained, but it was nothing memorable.

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The food lover in me was immediately drawn to this book and this debut did not disappoint.

I liked Isabella and Molly‘s dynamic, and all the supporting characters in the story (Jeannie!!). The food descriptions were amazing and how this author described landmarks and tidbits about the restaurant and food industries.

Very entertained by this one and I loved the cover!

⭐️⭐️⭐️.5 Pub Date: 5/20/25 #arc #NetGalley

Very happy that I was approved for this #arc earlier this week! Plan to read it before I (hopefully) go see the author speak at a writing festival here in Santo Domingo next month 😊

Landed a huge work project last week and haven‘t been reading much. Started this audiobook and I‘m entertained, so far.

Also, trying to slowly finish all the Kindle books I‘m currently in the middle of before starting new ones…We‘ll see how that goes! 😅🤣

The depictions of single motherhood were very accurate and then adding to that mix becoming best friends with your Baby Daddy‘s other Baby Mama? 🤯

Was this messy? Of course, it was! But, the way these women rose to the challenge just because they wanted to support each other and have the kids grow up together was a beautiful thing to read.

Loved, LOVED this story!

Pub Date: 5/6/25

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Starting a new book at bedtime…Have high hopes for this one! #arc #NetGalley

#Two4Tuesday @TheSpineView

1. I prefer lying down, but tend to fall asleep! 🤣

2. Tagged. I‘m loving this one because the premise is so unique.

Current audiobook…Loving the narration on this!

This book was wild! I even enjoyed the long chapters at the beginning, the storytelling was that engaging. We follow 4 characters and their intertwining stories.

I loved the writing on this. My only complaint is that I wished we'd gotten more of a story on Akari (the last chapter felt like it had too many things happening and I felt that some questions were left unanswered).

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