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[flimythings]

"Eyes have a language of their own"

-filmythings

[mismatchsocks]

absolutely geeking out over this car

[jessicaroux]

I’ll be doing a virtual event with the Mark Twain House on Friday (tomorrow!) at 7pm eastern. We’ll be chatting all about my new book Ornithography! I know some of you can’t make it to my in-person events, so this is a great alternative 💙 Tickets are available here, and I hope to see you there!

[louk419]

The Geneva book tour (2024 edition) 📚✍️💙Until The Cut is released on August 22, Richard continues to promote his debut novel. He was in Zurich today for an interview, reading and signing event (likely a little skiing too 😏).

[theactualrogue]

Hello Everyone,

Previously I put out the awakening which is about Elizabeth, (Salem Witch Trails) who has emotional based powers that allow her to manifest and time travel which are explored in the second book more… which is the one I’m working on now, if you are into AI, time travel, the alien series, like witchcraft, biblical references then

I would love if you supported me on this journey as I write this book..

I do want to actually make it a book

You can follow my tiktok:haunteddemons

My instagram: babybratbat and id youre feeling kind please donate to my cashapp:$babybratbat03

[bookishtalkswithlii]

Hey Pookies💕, Welcome backkk!! To lighten up the atmosphere a bit from last week’s review, today we have a fantasy book by the name of, A Court of Thorn and Roses. This book was plastered all over booktok so I’m sure many of you may have heard about it or even read it. But let’s act like this is the first time you’re seeing it🤭.

Mini-Summary

A Court of Thorns and Roses follows Feyre, a skilled hunteress, who is the main provider for her impoverished family. On one of her hunts, she kills a wolf, which unbeknownst to her, was a magical creature. To atone for her doing she is taken prisoner by a High Fae Lord. Feyre soon learns that this realm is not what she thought it to be. What is this realm? Does Feyre survive? Find out by giving this book a read :)

Likes and Dislikes

-Despite not being a regular fantasy reader because of the complexity of most worldbuilding and the overall complexity of some fantasy books (I also just prefer romance or psychological type books🤭), I actually enjoyed this book quite a bit. What particularly stood out to me was the book's simplicity, both in terms of language and worldbuilding. The inclusion of a visual map at the beginning was also a nice touch to break down the worldbuilding and give readers a better understanding. One of the best parts of this book was how the writer wrote the characters. She delved into their pasts and their traumas and added layers of depth that resonated throughout the entire story (and from what I’ve been told, throughout other books). Aside from a slow pacing at its start(which is relatively normal for the first book in a book series), the ending of the book was quite appealing.

-Though most of the characters were really well written, I would’ve loved to see more perspectives of the other characters because including different points of view, in my opinion, would’ve made the storytelling a lot better. However, since I've just started this book series, I'm curious to see if this changes throughout the other books. Another thing that didn’t really appeal to me was some of the development of the main character. Initially, she was portrayed as a strong huntress and provider for her family however, her choices throughout the story deviated from her established characterization and while I won't talk about specific instances (as to not give any spoilers), this inconsistency in her behavior kind of dropped the quality for me personally.

Aside from the initial slow pacing and some character choices, the author’s ability to world-build and write really complex yet understandable characters really made this an overall enjoyable read.

Age rating- 17+

Genres- Fantasy, Young Adult Fiction, Novel

Do I recommend?-Yes, I recommend you give it a read and don’t let the initial slow pace deter you.

Trigger Warnings- Ab*se, Violence, Death, Gore

-Set the atmosphere with the playlist below and enjoy-

[ash-and-books]

Rating: 3/5

Book Blurb: The Honeys meets The Secret History in a work of dark academia like no other -- a boarding school thriller about a queer teen from Mississippi who finds himself swept into a world of old money, privilege, and the secret society at the heart of it all.

When Cal Ware wins a scholarship to an elite New England boarding school, he's thrilled to leave his past behind. Back home in Mississippi, he was the poor, queer kid who never fit in. But at Essex Academy, he'll be able to reinvent himself. Or so he hopes...

But at Essex, Cal's classmates only see his cheap clothes and old iPhone. They mock his accent, and can't believe he's never left the country, or heard of The Hamptons. Cal, at his breaking point, is about to give up and return to Mississippi when he learns about a secret society on campus -- the key to becoming Essex royalty.

Cal knows he's not exactly secret society material, but to his surprise, he finds an unlikely champion in the handsome, charismatic, and slightly dangerous Luke Kim. As they get swept up in the mystery and glamour of the Rush process, Cal finds himself falling in love for the first time.

But as the initiation rituals grow riskier -- and increasingly nefarious -- Cal must decide how far he's willing to go, and how much of himself he's willing to sacrifice, to save everything and everyone he cherishes most. Because nothing at Essex -- not even Cal's first love -- is quite what it seems.

Review:

A fresh chance to start at an elite New England boarding school turns into something much darker as one boy is pulled into the school's secret society, twisted games, and and a doomed romance. Cal Ware has won a scholarship to an elite boarding school, it's the opportunity that he's been waiting for, to leave behind his past and escape "the incident." Yet he's a fish out of water and compared to all the other wealthy privileged students, he's seen as a hick and an outsider...until he is invited into to join the secret society on campus. if he passes all the tests and manages to win a spot he'll be royalty on campus... but everything has a price and the deeper he gets entangled in the society the more he is beginning to realize that they will ask things of him that might be impossible... and that he might not be an initiate but a sacrifice. All the while he meets Luke, a handsome jock who has his own secrets and reasons for being part of the society... but has begun a relationship with Cal... but when Cal discovers his secrets it might destroy everything. First secret society, first love, and most of all an endless lists of betrayal and devastation await Cal. This book was definitely a book that leaned heavy on the dark academia secret society and queer romance, which is fantastic, however the things that happened and the actual characters were a bit of a miss for me. I really started off enjoying the book but the further we got in it the less I actually liked it. Not to say it wasnt an interesting read overall and that I would definitely recommend it for anyone who likes dark academia queer romance novels with a bit of a thriller aspect to it though. The relationships in the book were twisted and the actual ending left me wanting for more and I just kind of felt meh with it all. However, yes i would say that it is a book for anyone who enjoys dark academia to at least give it a go. I think it should be added onto people's tbr who enjoy dark academia, twisted romances, and queer romances!

Purchase Links: amazon

Tour Schedule: tbrbeyond

Author Info: Goodreads

[nealshustermanreal]

November 3, 2023, is a date to remember! I had the incredible opportunity to see something truly awe-inspiring at @copper_hills_official – a giant cover of 'Scythe' like I've never seen before! ✨

[i-am-the-page-turner]

"The Buddha in the Attic" by Julie Otsuka.

"The Buddha in the Attic" by Julie Otsuka is a lyrical and haunting novel that chronicles the experiences of Japanese picture brides immigrating to the United States in the early 20th century. Through collective narration, Otsuka gives voice to the hopes, dreams, and struggles of these women as they journey to America to marry men they have never met. The novel paints a vivid portrait of their lives, from their anticipation and excitement to the harsh realities of labor, discrimination, and cultural assimilation. Otsuka's prose is spare yet powerful, capturing the emotional depth of each character's journey. As the women face challenges such as racism, loneliness, and the loss of their cultural identity, they find strength and resilience in their shared experiences. The novel explores themes of identity, belonging, and the immigrant experience with sensitivity and insight. Otsuka's narrative style, which blends the personal with the universal, creates a poignant and unforgettable reading experience. "The Buddha in the Attic" is a beautifully crafted meditation on the sacrifices and triumphs of the human spirit in the face of adversity. It has received widespread acclaim for its empathy, grace, and lyrical prose, making it a must-read for anyone interested in the complexities of the immigrant experience.

[flimythings]

"He looks at her like he just realised what love is."

-filmythings

[theheelerbooklifereads]

New post over on my bookstagram: theheelerbooklife

[zbrewer]

I hope you'll come see me at Talking Leaves Books in Buffalo on September 3rd for the launch of THE CHRONICLES OF VIKTOR VALENTINE! It's gonna be FANGtastic!

[louk419]

Richard plays a game of "This or That", reads a passage from Geneva and signs books at The Bookshop Orell Füssli Kramhof in Zurich, Switzerland (May 25, 2024). Screenshots from photos and vids shared by natalie_gruenig on IG. https://www.instagram.com/p/C7cICceKma1/?igsh=dWU4Z3QxbzB5Z2g1).

[topoet]

(via City of Valleys - 31)

[raeblake]

I’m looking for some more book lovers who don’t mind sharing my new releases, and cover reveals! Any takers in here? https://forms.gle/p6b6JmmrJUog7wnR6 Link in bio. #bookstagrammers #bookenthusiast #booktoker #booktour #bookshelftour #bookstagramtour #booksontour #bookblogtour #booksofig #amreading #igbooks #newbooks #bookcommunity #bookblogger #bookrecommendations #bookishladiesclub #whattoread #bookblast #bookstagramblast #indiebookblast #indiebooksblast #fullblastbooking #blastyourbookstack #bookblastfromthepast #freebooksblast #authorssupportingauthors #romancebook #bookmail #bloggersneeded #bookbloggersneeded https://www.instagram.com/p/Coz1_Q9rjP3/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[nealshustermanreal]

July is almost here, and so is my book tour for “Break to You,” co-authored with Debra Young and Michelle Knowlden! Check out the dates and stops in the photo—I’d love to see you there! Join us for some amazing events and book signings. See you soon!