August/September Confessions

Dylan and I at Sunset Beach, Cape May, NJ

The past month has been such a blur. I've been busy taking care of my baby boy, Dylan, and getting acclimated to my schedule as a new mom.  I didn't get as much reading done in August as I would have liked, but once we got Dylan on a schedule, I found more time to read!  

I also was able to get away to the beach twice in September, which was much needed and a very nice break. I am SO looking forward to October, the cooler temperatures and of course being reunited with all things pumpkin.  I can't wait! I see many pumpkin spice lattes in my future and perhaps a pumpkin beer or two!

Books Read in August and September:
1.  Pushing the Limits by Katie McGarry - 4.5 stars
2.  The Kingmaker's Daughter by Philippa Gregory- 4.5 stars
3.  The False Princess by Elias O'Neal - 3.5 stars
4.  Firelight by Sophie Jordan - 4.5 stars
5.  Juliet Immortal by Stacy Jay- 3 stars
6.  The White Forest by Adam McOmber - 4 stars
7.  Hemingway's Girl by Erika Robuck - 5 stars
8.  Death and the Girl Next Door by Darynda Jones - 3 stars
9.  Embrace by Jessica Shirvington - 5 stars (review to come!)


August/September Top Five:

1.  Favorite Book: Embrace by Jessica Shirvington- I loved this book and I can't wait to continue this paranormal series. I'm such a sucker for a good paranormal romance/fantasy.

2.  Biggest Surprise: Firelight was surprisingly good. I waited so long to read it, because I didn't think I'd like a book about dragons, but I was wrong - it wowed me!

3.  Biggest Letdown:  Juliet Immortal was a bit disappointing.  It wasn't for me; I'll stick with the classic.

4.  Favorite post: Books on the Big Screen - There are so many good books being made into movies!

5.  Favorite part of August/September: As I said, I went to the beach for a long weekend and it was wonderful to get away for a bit.  It was filled with relaxing beach walks and reading some good books. I loved taking Dylan for a walk on the boardwalk!