Standalone novels
Ash by Malinda Lo
I haven’t read many retellings so far, and I want to remedy that. All I know is that this is an #ownvoices queer retelling of a fairy tale. Her video for the It Gets Better project is very sweet and moving.
More Happy than Not by Adam Silvera
Every once in a while, I look up interviews of authors to see who would click for me. Some authors, I just read and review their work. But, then, there are people who somehow tap into who I am as a person. Adam Silvera seems to be an interesting person, and, like, maybe an inspiration for me? He’s a Slytherin! Like him, I tend to write pretty dark things. Anyway, this video with Jesse the Reader made me like him quite a bit. “Oh, I wouldn’t mind, Hazel Grace. It would be a privilege to have my heart broken by you.” That is all.
The Gentleman’s Guide to Vice and Virtue by Mackenzie Lee
As a rule, I no longer follow authors on Twitter or social media. But, every time my friends retweet Mackenzie Lee’s commentary about life or history, literary figures, I feel like she probably creates funny and honest people in her books. I don’t even know if this is her first novel. But, I have heard a lot of good things. Also: #ownvoices bisexual representation sound A+ right now.
Queens of Geek by Jen Wilde
Conventions, bi-racial and bisexual characters in this book are particularly why I gravitated toward it. Also, it has such a fascinating cover. I’m just really curious about how this novel will handle anxiety (because, I don’t know about you, but going to cons would have made me struggle quite a bit). Looking forward to it.
Sequels
The Fallen Kingdom by Elizabeth May
Wrapping up that trilogy this month, I hope that it ends on a strong note. So far, I have been loving that series. Plus, that last book ended on such a scary note. I cannot even explain how much Aileana means to me. (And Catherine…and Derrick. Okay, all of them are awesome. Not Daniel, though).
I have held off on the continuation of the Poison Study series (the following series starts with Shadow Study). Hopefully, I’ll be reading the first trilogy this month, so I can pick up the next book soon. I’m trying to make sure that I read what I buy, or at least make a dent on what is incoming.
Your Turn :
What are some books you’ve purchased this month? Which ones are you most looking forward to reading? Share in the comments!
Oooh I hope you will love The Gentleman’s Guide!
I’ve heard so many great things about More Happy than Not and The Gentleman’s Guide to Vice & Virtue so I look forward to seeing what you think of them. 🙂 Thanks for sharing and, as always, fabulous post! <3