so-soI understand the issues a lot of people had with this one as it does read quite young. I think it would have been received better if it had just been comped to Cinderella rather than Marissa Meyers Cinder. I did find it quite slow, but I like the promise of the series and the fairy tale aspect, so I will give book 2 a go.
pickJohn Boyne is a master at writing emotion. This book is short but says a lot. Looking at the roles of men and women, abuse, suicide, small town ideologies, and religion, this book crams a lot into its pages but is never preachy. It would make a fantastic book club pick. I love the idea of his Elements series and will definitely be getting the next one.
pickThis book was nothing like I was expecting and surprised me in the best way. The dystopian, cyber punk world is so well designed, and the characters have such strong personalities. This is placed in YA, but it's different from any YA I've read in the past. This didn't read as a debut to me. I'm super curious to see where this goes.
pickBen Winters never disappoints. He's in the same class as Blake Crouch and Rob Hart, creating twisty, mind-bending science that comes across as possible. This book is a mix of a thriller and a horror about what would happen if people were able to harvest time. A quick read that I devoured. He has become an auto buy author for me! ##catsoflitsy #alice
so-soI think this is another one of those instances where the goodreads reviews are overly harsh. While I would have liked more adventure and less politics in this Mexican feminine zorro tale, for a debut, I thought the writing was good and the setting was lovely. And it may just be the prettiest book on my shelf.
pickThis is a must-read for all murder mystery lovers! I devoured this in a sitting. It was the most clever mystery I've read in a long time. I had picked it up when I was intrigued that Stephen King, Liane Moriarty, and Alex Michaelides all praised it with blurbs. I think this author has found her niche, and I hope to read more of her mysteries in the future. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
pickThis book was magic and my favourite so far by Choo. I read this slowly and am so sad it's over. The setting wad a character in itself and I loved how the two story lines weaved together. This will definitely be one of my favourite reads of 2024 and a book I will think about for a long time. Beautiful and perfect! #highlyrecommend
pickI don't know what it is about K-pop romances, but they have become my comfort reads. I loved this one and hope we get more stories for the other boys in the band.
pickThis was such a fantastic premise for a YA novel. In a futuristic Waterworld Earth where major cities have all been lost under water a diver girl and her sister team up with Pirates to dive sunken Las Vegas to raid the vaults of the Treasure Island hotel for its gold. Complete with new takes on loved Treasure Island characters. How did no one think of this idea before? Can't wait to see what this author comes up with next. #catsoflitsy #alice
pickI absolutely love this duology and wish I could spend more time in this world. The author created a Gotham style city with corrupt mayor's and mob bosses and added in people turning into their own nightmares. Dinosaurs roam the streets, and pretty much any nightmare you could imagine comes to life. The FMC, who is afraid of everything, must navigate this world to save her friends from a giant lizard. I can't recommend this enough! So original!
pickKiersten White has definitely found her niche in creepy, weird adult horror. While I didn't love this one as much as Hide, it was still a really unique premise that kept me entertained. And I absolutely love these covers!
I absolutely love the art of this book!
pickI adored this ghost story! A ghost talker and ghost boy who can't stand each other have to travel through the liminal world to save him before Halloween when he is gone forever. I would have loved to experience more of the liminal world. Mr. Mortmanger, the elderly, cannibal, convenience store owner gave me Percy Jackson vibes. Lots of fun! I appreciate getting this in a Fairyloot box as it's not one I normally would have picked up on my own.
My favourite reads of 2023. #bestof2023 #top23of2023 . Tagged book was my overall favourite read of the year.
Missed a day in the #12booksof2023 so this is my favourites of June and July! ##bestof2023 @Andrew65
My favorite book of May! I highly recommend for Bridgerton fans! #12booksof2023 #may #bestof2023 @Andrew65
For April I have two favorites. I absolutely loved them both! #bestof2023 #12booksof2023 @Andrew65 #april
Just started this one and can already tell it will be one of my favorites of 2023! Cyberpunk, cyborgs, Heists, renegades, futuristic Beijing. This book is the perfect mash up of Cinder and Six of Crows.
This is my pick for January for my #12booksof2023 . I highly recommend for anyone who liked Kendare Blake's Three Dark Crowns series.
#January #bestof2023 @Andrew65
pickI absolutely loved this trilogy, and it had the perfect finish! The author has created my favorite magic system ever and the world and characters are fantastic. Not to mention how stunning all of the covers are. I can't wait to see what she comes up with next.
Christmas morning and cat nip with Rambo
#catsoflitsy
Christmas Book Advent Day 14! I hadn't heard of this one but I did live watching Silo so I have high hopes!
Book Advent Day 10! I had never heard of this one but the mystery sounds interesting!
Book Advent Day 9! I loved Miracle Creek, so I have high hopes for this one.
There's something about this book that just feels like a cozy Christmas read.
pickThis was a fun read! It would make a great cartoon or movie. Onto the next one...
pickAnyone looking for a fun YA pirate love story, this one is an enjoyable adventure! A stand alone, but I'd love more adventures with these characters.
I couldn't resist picking these ones up! The covers are so fun! #bookhaul
My boyfriend made me a book advent calendar for Christmas! It starts today!
It's starting to feel a little like Christmas.
My Illumicrate Bridgerton set came, and it's just so pretty!
Kristin Dwyer certainly has a way with writing emotion.
pickIt's a little late, but the best spooky October read! Charity is the final girl in a terror simulation horror camp reminiscent of Friday the 13th when the tables are turned and the players become the victims. This was a totally fun and nostalgic read. My second read from Kalynn Bayron that I've absolutely loved.
