Books Read in January:
1. The Killing Woods by Lucy Christopher - 4 out of 5 stars
2. Something Like Normal by Trish Dollar - 4.5 out of 5 stars
3. Clockwork Prince (Infernal Devices #2) by Cassandra Clare - 5 out of 5 stars
4. Clockwork Princess (Infernal Devices #3) by Cassandra Clare - 5 out of 5 stars
5. Manor of Secrets by Katherine Longshore - 3.5 out of 5 stars
6. Looking For Alaska by John Green - 5 out of 5 stars
7. The Real Prom Queens of Westfield High by Laura Boyle Crompton - 3.5 out of 5 stars (Review to come)
8. Outlander by Diana Gabaldon - 5 out of 5 stars (Review to come)
9. The Curl Up and Dye by Sharon Sala - 3.5 out of 5 stars (Review to come)
Did Not Finish:
Dead Beautiful by Yvonne Woon
The Queen's Choice by Cayla Kluver
All That Glows by Ryan Graudin
January Top Five:
1. Favorite Book: Ok, so, this month I read four "five star" books. Umm…that never happens. So, this is going to be tough. I'm going to go with Outlander by Diana Gabaldon. It was just THAT good and I am now a big fan of Jamie Fraser. I completely fangirled over this Buzzfeed post and may have watched the STARZ Outlander clips
2. Biggest Surprise: Something Like Normal by Trish Doller was a very big surprise for me, because I was completely hooked. Plus, it's from a male POV and Doller did an awesome job making it realistic.
3. Biggest Disappointment: The Queen's Choice by Cayla Kluver- I wasn't even able to finish it, which bummed me out because I had high hopes.
4. Favorite Post: Top Ten 2014 Debuts I Am Excited For
5. Favorite Part of January: Normally I would say snow and something bookish/snow related, but guys, I am OVER it. Pennsylvania has had way too much snow so far this winter and it's been freakishly cold. I am usually dreaming of spring by mid-February, so it's bad when I'm already pining for sunshine this early. Anyone else over the snow too? At least February is a short month! :)
I like cold and it's been too much for me. I like my easy going southern winters and this one has been a doozy. I can't believe I'm craving sun and heat already. But you go girl. I love that you channeled it into books! I'm thinking of picking a TV show and having a marathon too. Maybe Gilmore Girls. I've been meaning to for years now.
ReplyDeleteMan, if you are already feeling it, you can only imagine how I am!! You should definitely binge watch Gilmore Girls…love that show and LOVE Lauren Graham. Thanks for visiting, Juju!
DeleteThanks! I blame the horrific weather! :) Thanks and you do the same, Danielle!
ReplyDeleteWhere I live we haven't had the snow but I would love a couple of stay at home days. Great job.
ReplyDeleteYes…snow days are the only good thing about this type of weather. Thanks for visiting, Linda!
DeleteI have been ready for spring since early January or maybe right after Christmas :)
ReplyDeleteI am tired of the cold and the snow and icy roads. Punxatawney Phil better have some good news tomorrow :)
I am glad you liked Outlander. I have read the first few books in the series and I am eager to see how the TV series will play out. There are some things I didn't like in the book and I'm hoping they will be corrected (or omitted) from the show.
Looks like you had a fantastic reading month!
Haha. I completely agree! Spring needs to be here ASAP.
DeleteI hear you about Outlander. There were some cringeworthy moments, but overall, I enjoyed it. I can't wait for the TV show either. Thanks for visiting, Christina!
I'll have to pick up Outlander. Starz is the only premium channel and I have and I like reading source material for shows...if I have the time. I'm in PA, too, and I'm so with you. Can it just please warm up already. I cannot wait for spring.
ReplyDeleteI really liked Outlander and I am hoping the show is awesome. I forgot you are in PA as well. Hasn't it just been an awful winter?! I am so ready for spring! Thanks for dropping by, Natalie!
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