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Young Adult Books On My TBR

May 20, 2020

Today I thought I would share some of the young adult books on my TBR. I’ve been more and more selective on the young adult that I read lately. I think I found myself falling into a runt where I wasn’t loving YA and that made me sad, so I’m being extra careful with what I’m picking up and reading at the moment.

So today I’m sharing some of the books that have recently caught my eye. I own some of these, some I have arcs and some I want to get. It’s a whole mix bag here. But I would love to hear your thoughts on the ones that you have read. Like always these are in no order.

The Shadows Between Us by Tricia Levenseller: The synopsis of this one first caught my eye. I’ve been having a hard time picking young adult fantasy that I’ve really loved lately and I want to love this one. It sounds like it’s something that I would really enjoy. It’s has hit or miss reviews though, so that makes me nervous. But I’m still excited.

Lore by Alexandra Bracken: This one just recently ended up on my TBR. But it sounds like my thing. I’m always looking for new books that are about or inspired by Greek mythology and this one sounds amazing! And it intrigues me. Lore doesn’t come out till January next year but I cannot wait.

Dark Secret (Darkhaven Saga #1) by Danielle Rose: I really don’t know too much about this one. I came along it while at work and it caught my eye. I really want to read some more witchy books and this one seems to be the way. It has pretty good reviews so far and that says something to me.

House of Dragons (House of Dragons #1) by Jessica Cluess: This is another one that has been getting mixed reviews, but I’m intrigued. It sounds like there is going to be a lot of court intrigue – which I love! The concept is also really interesting and I want to see where it’s taken.

Date Me, Bryson Keller by Kevin van Whye: This one sounds so damn cute and I need it in my life. This is the type of book that I need to read when I’m sad. It’s the book that will make me happy and I’m so excited to read it.

Peta Lyre’s Rating Normal by Anna Whateley: This one caught my eye as soon as I read about it. Everything about this book screams at me and that intrigues me right from the start. It’s full of diversity, which is a win for me. I’ve already been hearing amazing things about it so I’m even more excited.

Rebel Spy by Veronica Rossi: I haven’t read a book from Veronica Rossi in years, but this is historical fiction and exactly what I love. I’ve not read many if any books set in the 1770s but I’m really drawn by the whole concept of this book. It’s already been getting some really good reviews so that makes me hopeful.

The Bro Code by Elizabeth Seibert: I know basically nothing about this book. But it came up on my NetGalley and caught my attention. I love the best friends sisters romance and this one sounds like it’s going to be fun. It sounds like it’s going to be cliche but I’m sorta okay with that.

The Upside of Falling by Alex Light: This is another one that sounds adorable. I’ve been feeling a lot more contemporary young adult lately and this seems like a good one to read.

And that is it. Those are some of the young adult books on my TBR. Have you read any of these? Are you planning on reading any of them? Let’s Chat!

Books I Have Out From The Library

May 17, 2020

Today I thought I would share the books that I currently have on loan from my local library. I go through phases of how I use my library. Sometimes I’m there every week, sometimes I can go months without going. But with everything that has been happening, I’ve been using my libraries digital catalogue a lot more.

I love getting ebooks from a library as it allows me to read a book that I’m not certain about, especially if the book is really expensive here. Which I’ve found has been happening a lot more recently. I’ve also been able to request ebooks in – and that has been fantastic. Anyway here we go, like always these are in no order.

Physical Loans

Rock Me Two Times (Rock Band #1) by Dawn Ryder: I really don’t know much about this one, but I was trying to find some romances at my library and this one caught my eye. It sounds interesting and music romances always intrigue me. I haven’t had the chance to read it yet. But I hope to get to it soon.

You Must Be Layla by Yassmin Abdel-Magied: This has been on my to-read list for some time now and when I found in my library I had to grab it. I just haven’t picked it up yet, but I think I want to very soon.

Making Friends with Alice Dyson by Poppy Nwosu: I’ve spoken about this one a few times in the last couple of months and that is because I really did love it. It’s a sweet story that looks at friendships, the most adorable romance, and the strength of opening up. You can check out my full review as well.

As Happy as Here by Jane Godwin: Again this is another one that has been something that I would like to read for a while. It sounds like something that I can connect, but it also sounds like it’s an adventure. I’m really excited to pick this one up.

The Man in the Water by David Burton: This is another #LoveOzYA that has been on my TBR for a while. I’ve really enjoyed YA thriller/crime books and it’s always something that I’m looking to recommend. So this caught my eye from the start. I can’t wait to start it.

Digital Loans

Bonds of Brass (The Bloodright Trilogy #1) by Emily Skrutskie: This one has been on my TBR for a little while now. I’m not a massive science fiction reader. But this one caught my eye right away. It sounds fantastic and I’m really intrigued to see where the story goes. I haven’t heard too much about it, so I would like to see how I feel.

The House in the Cerulean Sea by T.J. Klune: This is another one that I have read – and I loved it. It’s my favourite book so far this year. I cannot stop talking about it. I just love everything about it. My review will be up later next week. But just know, you should read it.

House of Dragons (House of Dragons #1) by Jessica Cluess: Another one that has caught my eye recently. I don’t know too much about it, expect the synopsis but I would really like to find out. I’ve been hearing mix things about this one, so I’m interested to see where I stand.

The Shadows Between Us by Tricia Levenseller: The synopsis of this one is what first caught my eye. I’ve been really feeling fantasy again recently. And this one seems to be something that I would love. Again some people are loving and some aren’t. And I like books that that.

And those are the books that I currently have out from the library! Have you read any of these? What did you think? Are you planning on reading any of these? Do you have anything on loan from the library? Let’s Chat!