A peek into the books I’ve been reading this year and a few that I dip into every year! I expanded my horizons this year genre-wise and although I’d have a critique for each, they were all thoroughly enjoyable. Here you’ll find lightly spooky, lightly fantasy, heavy on love, and the I’ve-got-a-sweet-tooth kind of reads. Each title is linked to the catalog where you can put a hold on the book, ebook, or even audiobook. Happy Reading!
Silver in the Wood by Emily Tesh
If you’re in need of a little escapism, this romance set amongst an ancient forest with fae will sweep you away with the fantastical story telling of Emily Tesh.
Drowned Country by Emily Tesh
Oh, look! Silver in the Wood is a duology! Enjoy!
Fairy Tale by Stephen King
If you’ve never read a Stephen King novel (like me before this book) I double dare you to read it before reading a summary. I’ve been told if you have read Stephen King you may find this a little out of the ordinary for his writing. Knowing that King rules the horror genre this book keeps you wondering when the other shoe will drop… or will it?
Dead of Winter by Darcy Coates
A wintery, claustrophobic murder mystery perfect for your next snow day read.
Gallant by V.E. Schwab
Be sure to check out the physical copy of this beautifully haunting YA book, the illustrations really drive home the spooky atmosphere of this story.
The Gentlemen’s Guide to Vice and Virtue by Mackenzi Lee
Maybe it was my love of Bridgerton, maybe it was growing up reading and being enamored with the adventurous spirit of the “Bloody Jack” series that had me consuming this book and it’s subsequent novels in a matter of no time.
An American in Scotland by Lucy Connelly
My first ever cozy mystery read! Set in a small idyllic town in Scotland, a widowed American becomes the towns new doctor and is immediately faced and accused of murder. She finds friendship, foes, and not so much help from the constable (who is obviously in love with her…maybe?) along the way to solving the mystery. If you love it, this book is also the first of a series.
Last Night at the Telegraph Club by Malinda Lo
A story set in 1950s San Fransisco, it portrays the life and story of Lily Hu, a seventeen year old Chinese American finding who she is and where she belongs – in a time when being exactly who she is was met with hate and disapproval. This book will break your heart and lift you up, prepare for an emotional rollercoaster.
The Secret Lives of Color by Kassia St. Clair
A book you can dive into over and over again. In its pages you’ll find delightful descriptions and origin stories of the colors we see everyday, and some we don’t.
Vegan Cookies Invade Your Cookie Jar by Isa Chandra Moskowitz
Tis the season to be baking, so I figured I’d share my favorite cookie recipe book that I refer to each year during the holiday season.
Read it or Weep 