What is America was a monarchy? This book imagines the Royal Family that could of been, The Washingtons.

This was trashy, tabloid-y, ridiculous and completely addicting. I can not wait to read book two and find out what happens with Princess Beatrice, Princess Samantha and Prince Jeff.

Not my favorite CL but I still love everything they do.
#romantsy

Cute and fun!

I want to love this series, and the first one wasn't bad, but I just cannot get into this second book.
#popsugar19

This book had a sub plot line I was not anticipating ( TW: domestic violence and emotional abuse), sometimes this can come off as insincere in romances, but this read as genuine and relatable. The characters are flawed but loveable. #romantsy

Friends to lovers, my second favorite romance trope. I thought this was cute and sweet. The relationship between Kristen and Josh made me want to root for them. Much sadder than I anticipated, but a happy , if predictable ending. #romantsy
TW: infertility

I cried and sighed all through this book. It was lovely to read a romance between two women who supported each other and helped each other achieve their goals. 😭😭😭😍😍😍
#romantsy

And this is why JoJo Moyes is an autobuy author for me. A story of two women who became unlikely friends, faced adversity, found love and themselves in a small Appalachian town in the 1930s filled my heart.

This was wonderful. The way Lahiri writes I felt like I was right there in the room. The characters so rich and multi faceted, it was like they were my own friends and family.
#readingwomen

Oh my goodness I loved this book! I finished it in one sitting. Another enemies to lovers romance, it was sweet and fun. #romantsy

I was so excited to read this book but unfortunately I was really disappointed. This book was all over the place. Characters introduced, seemed important and then just disappeared. Plot lines that led to nowhere. But 🙌 for diverse characters!

Vampires and werewolves set in a steampunk Victorian London. This was a lot of fun and I look forward to reading the rest of the series. #pop19

I think I would have enjoyed this more if I had ever heard the podcast. I was expecting more serial killer stories. They had some good advice, but as I am not a fan of them before this their personal stories did not resonate.

Some of my favorite things...enemies to lovers and WOC main character. #romantsy

One of the best books I have read this year. As a medical social worker, this book helped remind me of some things that I needed to remember and will definitely help my practice for the better.
#booked19 Book about Addiction @cinfhen @4thhouseontheleft @BarbaraTheBibliophage

#raisingreaders

Not bookish but had to share!

I am giving this a pick even though it was not what I expected. I wanted to be creeped out by real accounts of ghosts, and instead this was more about debunking myths, which is not nearly as much fun.
#pop19 #ghoststory

Beach read #5
I love this series of Civil War Era romances. Not only are they 🔥🔥🔥, but Jenkins includes enough factual historical tidbits to make these books super interesting.

This was the perfect listen for the plane. I laughed out loud a few times getting dirty looks from my fellow passengers. Kristen and Jen are hilarious.

Beach read #4

Young widow and single mother falling in love again? I rolled my eyes a lot reading this one, so much bodice ripping, but also could not help but to swoon.

Beach read #3
My favorite book of the week. I devour Beverly Jenkins writing...as trope-y as they are.

Beach read #2

Would have been a pick if it was not for all the hashtags after every paragraph. 😒 But I am all here for the biracial MC and biracial love representation!

Beach read #1
I didn't know if a book set in Alaska would fit my.mood while laying on a Florida beach, but this book was so charming, I sped through it. Much more than a love story, also about a relationship between a daughter and father.
#readingwomen set in wilderness

Last full day of vacay! I am feeling refreshed, recharged, and like I am finally coming out of my depressed and listless mood I have been struggling with!

I tagged along with my husband on his work trip to St.Pete's Beach. So while he is in meetings all day I am enjoying some time alone. A tropical storm is blowing through, but I am still enjoying the warm air. Patio doors wide open and reading in bed! 🌴

I loved this. There is a reason why it is a classic.

#booked2019 public domain
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It's bedtime but "Mooooooom, I only have 20 pages left"
#raisingreaders

Still in a slump...spent the day watching Dance Moms and baking banana muffins. Hoping to snap out of it soon!!

Addi has been loving this book. 'Staying up late, forgetting to do chores because she is reading' love.

I, on the other hand, am in such a slump. But seeing her excitment and discussing this book, that I also loved, has been helping.

I have been trying to finish this book for over a month and it usually takes me less than a week to finish a book. I can't read more than a few pages before I get bored. I realky enjoyed Waters', The Paying Guests, but this one just isnt't grabbing me the same way. I feel very indifferent about the MC, Nancy. That is never a good sign for me.

Man, I am in a slump. No books sound good, no tv shows keep my interest. Back to school and extracurriculars is kicking my butt. I am tired and cranky and blah. Audiobooks are really helping get through daily life right now.

This series is so wonderful and I am sad it is at an end.

Trigger Warning: Suicide

I think this book could have had an important and impactful message.this book could have been about reducing stigma, listening to the signs, not being afraid to speak up. But instead, I found it really problematic. I thought it romantized teen suicide. I am over the tortured, mysterious, "sexy" trope.
#booked19 book to movie
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I will never get enough of this world! This collection of novellas filled in some plot points, gave ua back story for secondary and tetiary characters and set things up for future books. And Jem and Tessa! ❤❤❤

My sister has been recommending this book for ages, I finally read it and she was right. It was a great book. This book is a modern classic for good reason.
#pop19

My daughter, who is almost 13 has recently started sitting in during bedtime story time with my seven year old son, after a few years of thinking she was too old to be read to. I am absolutely loving and cherishing this time with both of my babies ❤ #raisingreaders

I do not usually review the books I read with the kids, but this one was so good, I want to recommend it to everyone. My husband, my 12 year old daughter, my 7 year old son and myself were all in tears by the end. It was such a poignant, powerful story.

Cute and sweet. An easy, light read. #pop19 Set on a university campus

This short story compilation of Austen inspired stories had some hits and some misses. I either love an Austen adaptation or loathe it and felt both while reading these stories. Mostly hits, so counting it as a pick!
#booked2019 A book gifted to you ( thanks @Mommamanzi !!!)

@BarbaraTheBibliophage @4thhouseontheleft @Cinfhen

My new favorite book! What a lovely, beautifully written story. This coming of age tale transcends time. Francie Noland is one of the most charming, relateable, complex characters I have read, and is a kindred spirit. I could gush and gush about this book and wish I had read it before now.
#pop19

The voice in my head takes on the accent of whatever book or tv show I am watching...it's British most of the time. But right now it's a wise cracking, tough, turn of the century New Yorker.

Dream job!

🌟🌟🌟
#pop19

I will post more pictures tomorrow but @Gissy, your package arrived today and it was the sweetest, most unexpected gift! This bookmark is too cute!

I heard about the #austeninaugust photo challenge too late to join😢, so I decided to do my own version by reading some adaptations that have been on my TBR for too long. I might even end the month with a reread of my favorite Austen, Pride and Prejudice!

This is like a love letter to Austen. Cute, fun, easy read
#booked2019 Food on cover
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My favorite summer activity

For such a short book, this felt like it was never going to end. I enjoy classics, but the prose was a little too thick for me in this one.
#readingwomen

Straight from work to golf practice. I am really unhappy about not having time to change out of my skirt and work shoes, but at least I remembered my book!

I spent have this book rolling my eyes and cringing. The other half sighing and swooning. I think the sweetness factor won out and 🔥🔥🔥. Definitely not everyone's cup of tea, but if you enjoy steamy romances and can get over some annoying pet names this one is for you!