I am not going to lie to you, Reader, this book haul is absolutely RIDICULOUS. I have been collecting these books for the past year, and I am sure this doesn’t even include all of them, because I think at one point I just started putting them away because the pile was too much. So I have given it some thought and decided to break this haul up into two different posts because yikes. This post will be for the Book Of The Month books I have received, and then in the next post, I will do the other books I have collected over the year. For now, though, Reader, let’s dive into this BOTM haul. Maybe grab yourself a cup of tea and find a cozy spot, and settle in for the chat (read).
Bury Our Bones in the Midnight Soil by V.E. Schwab was a step out of my comfort zone simply because I am not a horror reader. I should also mention that I have only ever read one other book by this author, which I very much enjoyed. I decided I would take a chance and choose her newest book. You know, give it a whirl.
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Hemlock & Silver by T. Kingfisher was chosen because I have loved everything I have ever read by this author. This book was no disappointment. I hope, Reader, you also get the chance to read this story.
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https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/217388302-hemlock-silver?ref=nav_sb_ss_2_7
Main Characters by Bobby Palmer sounded like a completely different kind of love story, which is exactly why I chose it. The idea of it being told by all the characters except the two involved just seemed like such a different spin that I just needed it in my life.
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https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/4701756-main-characters?ref=nav_sb_ss_3_7
The Paris Match by Kate Clayborn was a must-buy the second I saw it on BOTM because I LOVED her last book, Georgie, All Along. I should also mention that the cover of this book is beautiful. I am eager to get to this one soon I am hoping within the summer but we shall see Reader. Has anyone read this book yet? Please let me know in the comments. I am so eager to hear your thoughts.
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https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/238227070-the-paris-match?ref=nav_sb_ss_1_16
Yesteryear by Caro Claire Burke I got this book before it became the crazy hyped book it is now. I still have not read it, but I am intrigued by the time-travel aspect and the tradwife deal. I have a feeling this will be an interesting and possibly even frustrating read, but I am here for it.
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https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/238226942-yesteryear?ref=nav_sb_ss_1_6
The Shippers by Katherine Center I chose this book because I have read another book by this author and loved it. I also have heard that she tends to do closed-door romances, which is my preference, so I grabbed it.
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https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/240019607-the-shippers?ref=nav_sb_ss_1_12
The Book Witch by Meg Shaffer I was so excited to see that she had come out with another book because I loved The Wishing Game and The Lost Story. I mean, come on, a book witch that defends books and can jump in and out of them SIGN ME UP.
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https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/238226952-the-book-witch?ref=nav_sb_ss_1_12
The Heartbreak Hotel by Ellen O’Clover sounds like such a strong female-based story with a cute idea for a Bed and Breakfast. I am interested to see how it all goes and if the two main characters end up together (my guess is yes, but the journey to get there will be fun).
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https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/222925843-the-heartbreak-hotel?ref=nav_sb_ss_1_20
Good Spirits by B.K. Borrison will be my first book by this author, and I am excited for it. I have heard that her books are pretty good, and seriously, I am all about the Christmas books.
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https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/222279220-good-spirits?ref=nav_sb_ss_1_12
Before I Forget by Tory Henwood Hoen sounds like one of those books that will just stick with you. Do you know what I mean, Reader? Don’t get me wrong, I think this one will have some heartbreak in it; however, the idea of losing your memory but then being able to predict the future is a very interesting take on a story.
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https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/222376558-before-i-forget?ref=nav_sb_ss_1_15
Violet Thistlewaite Is Not a Villain Anymore by Emily Krempholtz sounds adorable, and I find the cover to be beautiful. I love me a good cozy fantasy with some romance in it, and this cover is giving all the vibes. I am excited to dive into this one sooner rather than later. Has anyone read this one yet? Please comment below because I am eager to hear your thoughts on it if you have.
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The Second Chance Cinema by Thea Weiss had me at the thought of rewatching my past memories being replayed on screen. Don’t get me wrong, there are some memories I would love to see again, but there are plenty I would like to keep in the far reaches of my brain. Tell me, Reader, would you want to rewatch your memories in a theater setting?
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https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/224003451-the-second-chance-cinema?ref=nav_sb_ss_1_21
The Lost Baker of Vienna by Sharon Kurtzman is a historical novel inspired by the author’s own family after the Holocaust. That is all I needed to know before selecting this book. I love a good historical novel, especially one based in and around WWII. I imagine this will be a story that has me weeping, but that is okay because I am here for it… all of it.
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https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/221754302-the-lost-baker-of-vienna?ref=nav_sb_ss_1_18
Alchemy of Secrets by Stephanie Garber sounds like an interesting read for sure. I have never read this author; however, I have heard good things about her, so I figured I would give it a go.
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https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/222706197-alchemy-of-secrets?ref=nav_sb_ss_1_17
My Friends by Fredrik Backman is a book I needed no convincing to buy. I absolutely LOVE this author and will buy anything he writes. I am currently in the middle of this book, and I am enjoying it very much. Reader, if you have not had the pleasure of picking up a Fredrik Backman book yet, then might I suggest you put it on your to-do list because I do not think you will be disappointed.
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https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/217163697-my-friends?ref=nav_sb_ss_1_10
The Shampoo Effect by Jenny Jackson sounds like such a great summer read. I have never read anything by this author, but I have heard good things about her writing. I remember hearing that Pineapple Street was a big hit when that came out, and many people I watch on YouTube loved it.
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https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/242252957-the-shampoo-effect?ref=nav_sb_ss_1_15
How To Write A Love Story by Catherine Walsh was a must because I am pretty sure I have read most of her books that are out, and well, she is kind of an auto-buy author for me now. I really enjoy her writing style and the settings.
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https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/236847870-how-to-write-a-love-story?ref=nav_sb_ss_1_23
Rings of Fate by Melissa de la Cruz sounds like such an adventure. I mean, what a mix, one who doesn’t believe in fairy tales and one who is cursed to live one, sounds like a very interesting premise for a story. Bonus, it is the first book in a series as well, so that is always appealing to me.
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https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/203938054-rings-of-fate?ref=nav_sb_ss_1_12
Good Joy, Bad Joy by Mikki Brammer sounds like such a great story. I love following a main character who is later in life, and based on the blurb about friendship, self-discovery, and what it means to have a life well-lived, I was hooked. I have a feeling that this read will be funny and heartbreaking, but oh so good.
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https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/240019823-good-joy-bad-joy?ref=nav_sb_ss_1_16
This Book Made Me Think of You by Libby Page is going to destroy me. I already know this, yet I had to have it. The story sounds so romantic and heartbreaking, not to mention that the cover is amazing. I will definitely have a box of tissues with me when I read this one.
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https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/232794526-this-book-made-me-think-of-you?ref=nav_sb_ss_1_30
Stolen Midnights by Katherine Quinn will be my first book by this author. The seller for me on this one was definitely the cover, and before you say anything, I know you are not supposed to judge a book by its cover, but my word, this is beautiful.
Goodreads Link:
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/236064367-stolen-midnights?ref=nav_sb_ss_1_10