April-June Book Haul: “Can’t Stop, Won’t Stop (Buying Books)” Edition
Hello everyone! Welcome to the second book haul of 2019! I’ve been busy reading many ARCs/ review copies in the midst of reading through books on my never-ending TBR. As my bookshelves are overflowing once again, I feel that it’s time for another Kon-Mari cleaning of my bookshelves. Though I’ve been reading through my own collection and donating books, I’m still acquiring quite a bit.
These past months I’ve been buying some bargain and used books. I got to go to a huge rummage sale where I picked up some highly anticipated reads. I also bought a lot of e-books during Harlequin’s big summer sale (I couldn’t resist the prices). Hopefully in the second half of 2019 I can cut down on book buying even more and make more space on my shelves.
Now onto the book haul!
Bought
Skyward, Vol. 1: My Low-G Life by Joe Henderson – Don’t know too much about this graphic novel, but I love the cover art. This series is about how one day, gravity on Earth suddenly became a fraction of what it is now.
Monstress, Vol. 1: Awakening by Marjorie M. Liu (Writer), Sana Takeda (Artist) – I’m so excited to read this! This series tells the story of a teenage girl who is struggling to survive the trauma of war, and who shares a mysterious psychic link with a monster of tremendous power.
Out by Natsuo Kirino – After reading a couple of books by Kanae Minato, I’ve wanting to read more Japanese crime fiction. This book has been on my TBR for a while. I heard it’s pretty dark and gritty, so I hope I can handle it.
Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine by Gail Honeyman – I have been wanting to read this one for a while. I’ve heard it’s got some mixed reviews, but overall most people I know that have read it enjoyed it.
Emergency Contact by Mary H.K. Choi – I heard this is a YA novel that reads more adult. I think it’s told partially through texts, so I’m interested to see how they incorporate it into the story.
These Shallow Graves by Jennifer Donnelly – This book is about Jo secretly dreams of becoming a writer—a newspaper reporter like the trailblazing Nellie Bly. I love a good historical fiction.
A Beautiful World, A Beautiful Life by Lindy Tsang – I’ve been a long time viewer of BubzBeauty’s makeup videos and vlogs so I thought I would check out her book to learn more about her backstory.
Inherit the Stars by Tessa Elwood – This seems like it will be a interesting space opera/love story. I heard it might have some insta-love in it so I hope its not too cheesy.
Flame in the Mist by Renee Adieh – I’m intrigued by the setting of ancient Japan in this book. I’ve heard some good things about it and I love the cover art.
Jane, Unlimited by Kristen Cashore – I’ve been a fan of Cashore’s writing after reading some of her Graceling series so I really wanted to try out her new book! I look forward to reading it.
Gilded Cage by Vic James – Just by the synopsis alone: “In modern-day Britain, magic users control everything: wealth, politics, and power”, I’m hooked. Hopefully this one will be good.
Sugar by Kimberly Stuart – A romance book with two chefs and lots of delicious food? Count me in! I found this book on a complete whim so I hope it’s good.
ARCs/Review Copies
Legacy Found (Hell’s Valley #4) by Jillian David – The final installment in the Hell’s Valley series. Combine paranormal forces and psychic cowboys to make a action packed story that is highly entertaining! I loved how climatic the ending was was. See review here.
Fading Starlight (The Starless Series #2) by Samantha Heuwagen – This series gets better with each book. Set in a post-apocalyptic war-torn Earth, humans and alien join forces to fight against the Temorshians who want to destroy all of the planets. See review here.
The Girl in Red by Christina Henry – The story follows Red as she tries to survive in a a post-apocalyptic world. Everyone has been infected with the disease or infection of some sort and it has spread throughout the entire country. It leaves its victims with a terrible cough that ends in death. See review here.
A Well-Read Woman by Kate Stewart – This book is culled from decades of diaries, letters, and photographs about Ruth Rappaport who survived persecution in Nazi Germany, political unrest, and personal trauma through a love of books. Review to come soon!
A Filling Fire by Faye Snowden – I love a good crime/thriller story, and if you enjoy that genre this may be up your alley. I’m in the midst of this book at the moment and it’s so intense! This book follows a homicide detective on a serial killer case. Review to come soon!
Color Me In by Natasha Diaz – This was a emotional book about race, identity, and family. I love how the writing style was lyrical and how the author tackles numerous topics without overwhelming the plot. See review here.
The Beekeeper of Aleppo by Christy Lefteri – I’m reading this book currently and it’s such a heartbreaking novel. It follows The the story of a mother blinded by loss and her husband who insists on their survival as they undertake the Syrian refugee trail to Europe. Review to come soon!
On the Corner of Love and Hate by Nina Bocci – I love a good enemies to lovers romance story, so I couldn’t resist getting this book. It follows a campaign manager who reluctantly works with the local town charmer to help revamp his image for the upcoming mayoral elections, only to discover that he’s hiding something that can turn both their lives upside down. Review to come soon!
By Means Necessary by Candice Montgomery – This is a book that focuses cultural identify, class, and gentrification. I don’t know too much about it. Review to come soon!
Who Put This Song On by Morgan Parker – I requested this book since I was drawn in by the cover and the story about mental illness. It’s about a girl named Morgan who finds her crew of fellow outcasts, blasts music like there’s no tomorrow, discovers what being black means to her, and finally puts her mental health first. Review to come soon!
Twice in a Blue Moon by Christina Lauren – As you all know, I’m a big fan of Christina Lauren books can wait to read and review this fall ARC. This story focuses on a actress and her first love. Review to come soon!
Clyde by Jim Benton – This Children’s Middle Grade novel was laugh-out-loud funny from beginning to end. I’ve read a lot of Benton’s books and this one was one of my newer favorites. See review here.
Giveaway Wins
I have always been fascinated by rich stories of Japanese folklore when I was studying the language in culture. I am so excited to read this book! I love the cover art and it’s got beautiful illustrations to go along with the stories. Review to come soon!
That concludes my April through June book haul! What books did you buy this past month? What books have you recently added to your TBR? Tell me in the comment section below.
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Wowza what a haul!
Off this haul, I’ve read Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine and Flame in the Mist! Eleanor Oliphant is a very unique little book. I recommend powering through the first 75 pages and not giving up until after that point. I do think it is worth it 🙂
I really enjoyed Flame in the Mist when I read it back in 2017. I was not a fan of the second book though 🙁
I went overboard this time, I need to cut back with buying books lol. Thanks for the tips. I’ve heard mixed reviews about Eleanor, but I still want to read it.
Glad you got Monstress!! It’s so good!
I can’t wait to read it!