Tuesday ~ June 17th!

Hey Besties, 

I am posting this blog today because I accidentally forgot to upload yesterday! 😓 Do not kill me!! I apologize!

I am continuing reading on my Ipad with my Kindle Unlimited! I have been reading every night before bed! I am currently reading "The Persistence of Thornes" by Micalea Smeltzer!! She has turned into one of my favorite authors. I've been getting through my book pretty quickly. 

I am either going to pick up a book from my physical TBR for my next read, or something from my Kindle. I am not sure!! 

I will talk to you guys tomorrow for my edition of Random Ramblings!

XOXO, 

Ri 💘

 

Sunday ~ June 15th!

Happy Sunday everybody!! This was my first official  full week with my blog and I am loving it. Alot has happened since I last checked in!! I read two books! Yay!

I enjoyed "The Endurance of Wildflowers" by Micalea Smeltzer, but I can’t help but wish it were longer. I was hoping for more time to delve into the story of the new baby. Additionally, I didn’t particularly like how the book was divided into holiday segments instead of being a cohesive narrative. Although I knew it was a shorter read, just 144 pages, it was not  a complete book—it was the 2.5 installment in the series. I’ve read all the books in this series and loved each one. Smeltzer also released another book set in the same universe called "The Persistence of Thorns," and I’m eager to read it soon!

I read "Until Then" in two days, technically one. I really enjoyed this book. I started reading a few pages on Thursday, and I ended up finishing it in basically one sitting because I was hooked and couldn't get enough. The spice level is a 5. The cover on Kindle Unlimited caught my eye, so I decided to give it a read, and it did not disappoint! I would rate it 3.5 out of 5. I liked the characters, but I wish there had been more interactions with his family, and I would have liked to see a bit more character development from Izzy.

I got new books to add to my physical TBR! I am super excited to be getting back into my reading journey. Though, it is not helping my bank account very much. I have also been taking full advantage of my kindle unlimited!

XOXO,

Ri 💘

Random Ramblings - June 11th

 Hey Besties! Welcome to the first edition of Wednesday Random Ramblings!! 


I’m currently obsessed with Sonny Angels! Anyone else? I absolutely love them! I was thrilled to catch the restock of the "I Love Rainy Days!" series yesterday. I can’t believe I’m finally getting my first Sonny! I also ordered two duplicates from a TikToker's website, but having a genuine one coming makes it even better! The anticipation is building, and I cannot wait to see which figure I receive. I have also been enjoying watching Sonny Angel unboxings on TikTok.

Happy Monday! June 9th

Hey besties!

 

Last night, I finished my book, "Great Big Beautiful Life", and I’m feeling a bit sad about it. Now I need to decide what to read next. A few months ago, I started "Nothing Like the Movies" by Lynn Painter but never got the chance to continue. So, that will be my next read! I read "Better Than the Movies" a while back, and it quickly became one of my favorites. I’m excited to see how I like this one. I’ll keep you all updated! 

Question for you: What are you currently reading? 

Love your bookish bestie, 

Ri 💘

What's on My Radar?

Top 10 Books that I want to Read Soon! Aka My TBR!! 

1.  One Golden Summer - Carley Fortune 

2. Library of Borrowed Hearts- Lucy Gilmore

3. Funny Story - Emily Henry

4. Picking Daisies on Sundays -Liana Cincotti 

5. Say You'll Remember Me- Abby Jimenez

6. Maine Characters - Hannah Orenstein

7. It's A Love Story - Annabel Monaghan 

8.  Any Trope but You - Victoria Lavine

9.  Battle of the Bookstores - Ali Brady

10. Maid for Each Other - Lynn Painter (unreleased)

I am looking forward to getting to all these books. It looks like I need to take a trip to Barnes. :) This list is just a small glimpse of what I want to read, but it’s definitely a solid starting point to get back into my reading journey. I can’t wait to see where these pages will take me!

"Just for the Summer" Review

Synopsis: "Just for the Summer," a romantic comedy book by Abby Jimenez, follows the journey of Emma and Justin, two individuals who each believe they have a unique curse causing their dates to always end up with their soulmates. In an attempt to break this pattern, they make an agreement to embark on a six-week summer fling, during which they plan to date, share kisses, and ultimately go their separate ways. However, their well-laid plans become tangled in unexpected chemistry, personal challenges, and the arrival of Emma's difficult mother. As they navigate their own emotional hurdles, the situation becomes increasingly complicated, transforming their summer into a whirlwind of emotions and self-discovery. 

Where do I begin..

This was the first Abby Jimenez book I read, and I must say that I need to read more of her work. I absolutely loved this book! It was so refreshing and helped me get out of my reading slump. Justin was such a lovable character; he embodied the saying, "If He Wanted to, He Would." He truly cared for Emma. On the other hand, Emma was a strong-willed woman shaped by a difficult past. Despite her challenges, she was able to let Justin into her life and embrace his love. Justin's goodness warmed my heart. And, the family dynamic was truly special. This book left a smile on my face,  and I will leave it at that. 😀

"Great Big Beautiful Life" by Emily Henry !

"Great Big Beautiful Life" by Emily Henry.

This story revolves around two talented writers, Alice and Hayden, who are given an exciting opportunity to craft a captivating narrative. With a one-month trial period to showcase their skills, they both fight for the coveted job of bringing this story to life. However, the catch is that they are also each other’s fiercest competitors. And from there, the story unfolds...

Update-

My Full Review:

I am truly captivated by this book. It was such an enjoyable read that I would give it a solid 4 stars. While I appreciated almost everything about it, I found the story within a story concept a bit unengaging, which failed to hold my interest. However, the way the entire narrative came together was impressive. The ending caught me off guard, but in a refreshing way. I do wish there had been more moments featuring Hayden and Alice together. Their relationship was heartwarming, and the conclusion left me feeling emotional, almost to the point of tears. I found myself wanting the story to focus more on the present rather than Margaret’s storyline, which didn't resonate with me as much. Hayden's character really stood out to me; he seemed misunderstood yet was so kind-hearted. Initially, he appeared standoffish, but it was wonderful to see how much he truly loved Alice once she got to know him better.

Here are some of the quotes that really pulled on my heart strings:

1. “I feel like you’re mine. Like you’re mine in a way no one else ever has been.”

2. “Tell me something no one knows about you,” and he’s quiet and still for so long I start to wonder if I’ve crossed a line. Then he tips his chin down to his clavicle to meet my eyes and says simply, “I’m in love with you.”

3. “It’s yours,” he offers. I laugh. “Oh? I can have the world?” “Mine,” he says, “yeah. You can have mine.”

 June 6th- Thoughts so far: I am 81% through this book and I wanted to give some of my thoughts! I really like this book so far. Emily Henry is such a skilled writer, and I love all her books. Though, I'm finding the idea of a story within a story to be quite unengaging. It's just not capturing my interest. I honestly am skipping past Margaret’s story, it's so boring.