Hey, loves! The end of February was truly a wild one for me with my mental health, my reading, and just feeling a little off in the community. But I am hoping March completely changes this weird head space I’ve been in! And hopefully this weekend I get some Vitamin D in me, and film a bunch of videos! But, just a friendly reminder that I truly think all content creators (and all humans, let’s be real) struggle at different points, with so many different aspects of life, even though it is easy to not see with what we show online! But I know it always gets better, no matter what, but here is a typed out reminder that it always gets better, for myself and for whoever needs it right now. ๐
โฝ Patron Saints of Nothing by Randy Ribay
June 18th 2019 by Kokila
Buddy read with Madalyn! ๐
This book is going to mean so much to me, and I can’t wait to pick it up! Forever thankful that Madalynย is truly the kindest and most patient soul in the world. So blessed to have her friendship.
โฝ Wicked Saints (Something Dark and Holy #1) by Emily A. Duncan
April 2nd 2019 by Wednesday Books
Buddy read with Jocelyn! ๐
Okay, I have followed Emily on Tumblr for a long while, and from the aesthetic boards alone, I am dying to read this one! Actually, I’m starting this with Joceย the day this post goes live! But my blog tour stop isn’t until the very end of this month!
โฝ On the Come Up by Angie Thomas
Buddy read with Krystal & Taryn! ๐
Do I really need to say anything? This book is going to be amazing, because Angie Thomas is a gift to the world, even though we don’t deserve her.
โฝ The Bride Test (The Kiss Quotient #2) by Helen Hoang
May 7th 2019 by Berkley
Buddy read with Kathy and Ju! ๐
Speaking of gifts, this book is truly going to feel like that. Especially reading it with these two lovely humans! Ah, I can’t wait!
โฝ Descendant of the Crane by Joan He
April 2nd 2019 by Albert Whitman
I am so honored to be a part of the street team for this book, but I can’t believe I haven’t started the actual story yet! But I know it’s going to be beautifully perfect just based on all my friends and their reviews!
โฝ When the Sky Fell on Splendor by Emily Henry
March 12th 2019 by Razorbill
Buddy read with Chelseaย & Madalyn! ๐
I have never read an Emily Henry book, but when one of the loves of my life (who is hosting a readathon where this is the group read) asks you to buddy read with her, it is awfully hard to say no! Also, the premise legit seems 11/10, and I know my two faves are going to make the experience even more amazing!
โฝ Sense and Sensibility by Jane Austen
#CatchUpOnClassics!
Oh man, after my last two classics both being two star reads, your girl is scared! But I think if anyone can change up my sad classic streak, it will be Jane Austen!
โฝ Last Call at the Nightshade Lounge by Paul Krueger
#DragonsandTeaBookClub with Amy! ๐
Oh my word, I mean, I am always excited about the books that me and Amyย pick for our book club! But this one? Magical bar? Paranormal activities? Queer characters? Filipino author? The list keeps going, and everything is completely my brand.
โฝ Holy Sister (Book of the Ancestor #3) by Mark Lawrence
April 9th 2019 by Ace
(Thank you so much again, Alexa!) ๐
I am not ready for this to be over in any way, shape, or form. But I feel so blessed to have amazing friends who gift me ARCs so I can get my tears review out into the world!
โฝ Miranda in Milan by Katharine Duckett
March 26th 2019 by Tor.com
A f/f novella retelling of The Tempest? Please just take all my money! Also, I love Katharine, and I can’t wait for this one! I know it’s going to be phenomenal!
โฝ Seven Blades in Black (The Grave of Empires #1) by Sam Sykes
April 9th 2019 by Orbit
Sam Sykes’ Twitter has added so many years to my life, that I am practically immortal at this point! I knew I couldn’t resist finally reading something brand new from him! And I’m all about those assassins out for vengeance, 24/7!
โฝ Rayne & Delilah’s Midnite Matinee by Jeff Zentner
Traveling book that Julie hosted! ๐
I feel like this is a polarizing one, but I can’t wait to see where I fall. Also, this is my first Jeff Zentner book, too! But expect a review for this one very soon!
Okay! That is everything that I 100% want to read this month, but I am also hoping to get to a few things that I neglected in February because of this weird mindset! So, fingers crossed that I get to all the things! Especially since I think April and May are going to be more hectic with work and with travel! But I’m wishing you all the happiest of reading! And remember, you all deserve the entire galaxy and every star within it!ย ๐
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I totally hear you about needing time to work on our own mental health. Take care of yourself ๐Iโm always here for you!! You have a lot of amazing looking books on the horizon this month. Enjoy ๐
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This is an amazing TBR! i’m so excited for Wicked Saints, Descendant Of The Crane, and Holy Sister! Hope you love them! Happy reading! ๐
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I totally feel ya; February was a weird month for me too, especially reading & blogging-wise. I hope March is a better month for you! (also, loved the intro!)
And oooh, Wicked Saints is also on my TBR for this month! And Sense & Sensibility is a good classic! Not as great as P&P, but still full of awesome characters.
Happy reading! ๐
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I loved Descendant of the Crane โค Hope you enjoy your reads this month ๐
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Iโm hoping to tackle Sense and Sensibility soon too! Maybe not this month since Iโm busy, but possibly! I hope you enjoy it, love! ๐
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These are books Iโm very excited for! Also Iโm participating in the dragons & tea book club buddy read, and I know next to nothing about the book pick. I really wanna go in blind & see what happens! Iโm so exited ๐๐
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Oooh I’m so excited to see what you think of Wicked Saints because I’ve heard some mixed things. I want to read Sense and Sensibility this year too, but aaah classics can be daunting. I really hope it raks your rut for you!
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Okay… I think you’re going to fucking love Wicked Saints, lmao! I’m 75% of the way through, and I’m seriously in love with it. And, classic have been the death of me already, so I’m lowkey dreading it… but hopefully it will work out. Hahaha. But thank you, beautiful. SEEING YOUR FACE IN MY COMMENTS? The blessings. ๐xx
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Iโm so glad to hear you are feeling better. ๐ And thank you for talking openly about your mental health. ๐โค๏ธ I think raising awareness around our struggles is important as sometimes internet can be full of โhappinessโ and โperfectionโ and the shadows are often filtered out. I can relate to those struggles as well and do hope the sun and vitamin D will help love. Have a wonderful weekend. โค๏ธ
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Happy reading!
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Thank you so much, sweetheart! Happy reading to you, too! ๐xx
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I put a hold on my library for the Last Call at the Nightshade Lounge by Paul Krueger! I can’t wait to read along with you! I’m planning on reading On the Come Up, just don’t know when. I hope soon. I can’t wait to see what you think about all of the books!
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YESSS! I am so honored, Nicole! Truly! Thank you SO much, love! I hope you have the best March ever, and I hope it is filled with ALL the good books! Happy reading, love! ๐xx
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That’s quite the list! I can’t wait to see what you think abou Holy Sister. One of my favorite trilogy conclusions ever. I hope you have a wonderful month, love. Be kind to yourself. โค
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This is all I needed to hear, love!! Now I can’t wait to pick it up EVEN more! Heheh! And thank you for these words. I really needed to hear them today. I hope you’re having happy reading. ๐xx
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So many books, how do you choose what to read ๐ I was gifted on the come up so Iโm hoping I get to that this month โก Iโm so sorry youโve been struggling with things lately. Iโll keep you in my thoughts and if you ever need to talk Iโll be there in a heartbeat. Happy reading, lovey ๐ โก
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Honestly? I look at the release date for the most part! Hahahah! But thank you for these words, seriously, I really needed to hear them today. Truly. I love you SO much and I’m so dang thankful for you and your friendship, Eliza. ๐xx
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Just DM me anytime and Iโll be here. I know how that struggle is especially that feeling like your fighting it alone. All I can say is youโre not. I got your back โค๏ธ
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I love you. So much. ๐xx
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I’m so excited about Wicked Saints!
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I am 75% in an…. I think it’s going to make me best of 2019 list! I truly love it so much! ๐xx
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That’s awesome! Now I really can’t wait to read it ๐ x
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you’re a damn reading queen, Melanie!! love you!! so excited to buddy read The Bride Test with you!!! And also Descendant of the Crane!!! AAAAH!!! Your graphic seriously looks so pretty!!
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I love you! AND SEEING YOU CONFIRM? LORD IUASHDUYIURHLSKFAGSKDJAL YES! And I love you so much! SO MUCH! ๐xx
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UDWKDJWIDIS MELANIE I LOVE YOU, YOU ACTUAL ANGEL AND DIVINITY!!!
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Sorry to hear you had a rough month! I noticed you were quite a bit quieter online and I was worried about you โค I hope March is much more wonderful for you! And I am so excited for Miranda in Milan! I'd love to read it and chat with you about it! ๐
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Awh, thank you for these kind words, my love! You are so kind! I hope you’re having the happiest of reading! And I’m so dang appreciative of your friendship, love! ๐xx
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I want to read so many of these books!! ๐๐
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I hope you love them all! ๐xx
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Oh, love, there must have been something in the air the end of February because I was having a rough time, too. I’m glad you’re coming out of it! โค
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Right? Ahhh! I don’t know what was going on! But I’m sending you love and light, always, sweetheart! ๐xx
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Thank you โค
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February seems to have been a rough month for a lot of people, myself included, and I sincerely hope you are feeling better soon. Love you so much, Mel!
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Awh, sending you love and light, always, Kaleena love! I love you so much! ๐xx
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