After a slower start to the year in January, February really kicked it off for me. I start diving into some new books, some re-reads and some of my most anticipated books of the year.

I didn’t start the year as I liked and I think I was just mostly exhausted from both the weather and Christmas retail. But in February I really started to read some more books and today I cannot wait to share them with you. 

Appetites & Vices (The Truitts #1) by Felicia Grossman: One of my first historical romances, but give me more. It was engaging, heartwarming and heartbreaking. Ursula was a fantastic protagonist who just wanted to be herself, even if it didn’t fit with the times. Jay who had been through so much, and had to come to terms with it all. And together they just melled. The romance was great, the writing was fantastic and I can’t wait to read more from Felicia Grossman in the future. Full Review

More Than We Can Tell (Letters to the Lost #2) by Brigid Kemmerer: I adored Letters to the Lost when I read it, so when I finally had the chance to read the companion novel I couldn’t hold my excitement. More Than We Can Tell made me cry, laugh and I was left with a massive smile on my face. I adored getting to know more about Rev and his story. The romance was adorable and just made my day. 

As You Breathe Again (The Walker Boys #2) by Molli Moran: I didn’t expect to like this book as much as I did. I was totally taken by surprise by how much I enjoy not only the story, but the protagonist as well. It’s a beautiful story that both melted and broke my heart. I’ll be writing my full review soon, so keep an eye out for that. 

Covering Her Skin by Laura Kaye: I am slowly making my way through Laura Kaye’s books, and sadly this novella just wasn’t for me. I didn’t really feel any connection to any of the characters or their stories. 

On Thin Ice (Juniper Falls #3) by Julie Cross: I enjoyed reading On Thin Ice by Julie Cross. It was sweet, but also daring. It explores two different people and how they come together in strange circumstances. The romance was totally adorable and just put a massive smile on my face. Full Review

The Risk (Briar U #2) by Elle Kennedy: A great romance that just made me smile, while I wished for more ompf, I would also read it again. The Risk explores the notion of family, friendship and letting go. It’s about finding a balance and the fact that sometimes, you will fall for the person that you less expect and it’s about to get heated. Full Review

Jagged Ink (Montgomery Ink: Colorado Springs #3) by Carrie Ann Ryan:This one was an emotional rollercoaster. Roxie and Carter had been through so much before the novel, and then everything that happens in this one takes a toll. Jagged Ink is about falling back in love, realising why you fell for that one person. And letting go of the past because sometimes it drags you down. Jagged Ink is a great addition to Carrie Ann Ryan’s Montgomery Ink series and I can’t wait to see more. Full Review

Ink Inspired (Montgomery Ink 0.5) by Carrie Ann Ryan:I am confused as to why I hadn’t picked this one up yet. I’ve read most of the books in the Montgomery Ink world, but I just never read the first novella. I really enjoyed seeing how Shep and Shea got together. Nice little read. 

The Last Letter by Rebecca Yarros: The Last Letter is a very emotional read. I cried so much in this book. But that is also what made it so good. Both Ella and Beckett have incredible character arcs that really captured me from the start. The reader is not only able to see them grow as individuals, but also together. The Last Letter explores childhood illness, war, family and everything that comes along with life. There are many surprised in store when reading, but it’s also a beautiful story of love and family. If you are looking for a new romance or contemporary read, then please pick this one up. Full Review.

What I Like About Me by Jenna Guillaume: A fantastic debut novel that explores coming of age in a time where looking ‘perfect’ is in everything that we do. It’s a fluffball of a book that is both adorable and so timely. If you are looking for a new book about body positivity and coming of age, then this one is for you. Full review

Edge Series by Jennifer Comeaux: Picked this series up again as I felt like I was falling into a slump. This is just a fun, and very unique sports romances that I just adored. I love falling into this world and seeing all the different sides of figure skating. Jennifer Comeaux is amazing and I could re-read this series every year. I re-read Life on the Edge, Edge of the Past and Fighting for the Edge 

Ice Series by Jennifer Comeaux: Because I re-read the first series, I just have to re-read her second. I don’t know which of her series I like better. But Ice does have younger protagonists that I was able to connect more with. This series also deals with failure which I think is fantastic to see. As part of this series I re-read; Crossing the Ice, Losing the Ice and Taking the Ice. 

Four Dead Queens by Astrid Scholte: I really enjoyed this fantasy standalone. Filled with court intrigue, fascinating worlds and a plot that just keeps on giving. The characters were intriguing and I didn’t know who to trust as the novel went on. My full review will be up later this week. 

Red, White & Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston: OMG this book gave me life. I can’t begin to explain how much I loved this one. It made my heart melt, my cheeks hurt and I now need more people to read it so I can talk about it. I will be posting a review closer to the release date. But let me say, you need to read it. 

And that is it for February! I am so happy with my reads last month. I not only read some new reads, but also some re-reads that just made me smile. Some of these books made me cry, some made me laugh, and overall it was a really great month. Also, don’t forget to enter my giveaway to win a copy of The Last Letter by Rebecca Yarros!