May 2016 Wrap Up!

Hey guys and welcome back to my blog! I'm Genni and today I'll be wrapping up May for you guys. This last moth I read a total of 7 books! This is more than my usual because I am finishing up school. That means more reading time for me, and more books in my wrap ups! I'm looking forward to getting back on schedule with my challenge as well.

Well, here are the seven books I read, from worst to best.

7.) Imperfect Love by Isabella White
Unfortunately, I was once again let down. The story was kind of all over the place, and the characters weren't developed enough for me to actually connect with them. I didn't write a full review on this because I just really had nothing to say. The book was just all over the place.

6.) Hell Bent by Karen Crompton
This is another disappointment. I really wanted to like Hell Bent, but the plot and characters both weren't dynamic. It just fell flat for me. The plot was there, it just wasn't executed well enough. However, there were times when real promise showed. You can find my full review of the book here.

5.) Storm by Brigid Kemmerer
I don't really know what to think of Storm. I picked it up on a whim once I saw it on my overdrive app, and just decided to go for it. A lot of my friends on goodreads really enjoyed this series debut, and it just fell flat. I didn't like the main male character, but the protagonist was entertaining. However, I didn't care enough about the characters to enjoy the book as much as I wanted.

4.) One Paris Summer by Denise Grover Swank
This novel is a breath of fresh air. One Paris Summer is exactly that. The book follows Sophie, who goes to Paris with her brother for a summer to spend time with their estranged father. Though the book does have a cute romance, my favorite thing about the book was the familial relationships. This was such a cute summer read. I had a couple flaws, but it was an enjoyable read.  You can find my review here.

3.) Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck
I had to read Of Mice and Men this month for my English class. I would've enjoyed the book a lot more if it wasn't for the fact that i was spoiled about the ending before I even started reading it. This book was so bittersweet and I am happy that I read it.

2.) The Sound of Us by Julia Hammerle
The Sound of Us was such a great read. I had a couple issues here and there, but I had so much fun. Music was a huge aspect of the book, and it made me like it that much more. The ending itself leaves room for interpretation, and I really loved it. If you want to know more about the book and my thoughts, check out my review here.

1.) The Unexpected Everything by Morgan Matson
This novel is by far my favorite of the month. In fact, it is one of my favorites of the whole entire year. Only one other book has gotten five stars from me this year. (Their Fractured Light by Amie Kaufman and Meagan Spooner)  I was so worried that I wouldn't love this book, and thankfully my worries were put to rest. You can check out my review here!

Posts of the Month!

Triannual Rewind: Most Disappointing Books
April 2016 Wrap Up!
Book Review: Switched (Trylle #1) by Amanda Hocking
Book Review: One Paris Summer by Denise Grover Swank
Currently Reading/TBR - And I Darken, The Unexpected Everything
Top Ten Tuesday: Books I've Picked Up on a Whim
Waiting on Wednesday #2
Top 5 Wednesday: Summer Reads
Book Review: Hell Bent by Karen Crompton
My Experience With Netgalley!
Book Review: The Sound of Us by Julie Hammerle
Book Review Train! 1st Stop: The Unexpected Everything by Morgan Matson
My (Tentative) Summer TBR!

And that is my May wrap up! What did you read this month?

Thanks guys for stopping by and I'll see you soon with another post!

Happy Reading!

Genni @ Ready, Set, Read!

Antcipated Spring 2016 Releases!

Happy first day of spring everybody! Today I will be highlighting some books that are coming out this spring! I won't be necessarily reading these this year, but I do want to read them eventually and they are on my to-read list on goodreads.

Keep in mind Spring starts on March 20th and ends on June 19th, so I'll only be listing books from there! There are a lot of books that were published in the beginning of March that didn't make the cut off!  I'll be splitting this up into two sections: books that I will be reading for sure, and a tentative TBR.

For Sure

A Court of Mist and Fury by Sarah J. Mass
Release Date: May 3
Goodreads Page
Even though my initial thoughts of love might of had to do with the hype surrounding this book, I am still really interested  to see where the plot takes us! Rhysand seems like such a complex character, and I'm looking forward to spending more time with him. 

The Crown by Kiera Cass
 Release Date: May 3
Goodreads Page
Even though Kiera Cass' writing style might not be my favorite, I am still eagerly anticipating this concluding novel to her Selection series. I can't wait to see what happens to Eadlyn and who she picks to marry! 

The Hidden Oracle by Rick Riordan
Release Date: May 3
Goodreads Page
I'm about to start reading The Sword of Summer, and even though this is in a different series, I am itching to read some Rick Riordan. Plus, who doesn't want to read about Apollo and him become mortal? Sign me up! 

The Unexpected Everything by Morgan Matson
Release Date: May 3
Goodreads Page
I don't really know much about this book, but it's Morgan Matson! Since You've Been Gone, another of her novels, was the perfect summer read. I'll definitely be reading this one once school ends! 

Let the Wind Rise by Shannon Messenger
Release Date: April 26
Goodreads Page
Let the Wind Rise is the concluding novel in Messenger's paranormal trilogy. Even though it has been so long since the second book came out, but I do remember loving it! I'll probably have to reread some parts of the books, but the last book left on such a cliffhanger.

 

 

Tentative

The Winner's Kiss by Marie Rutkoski
Release Date: March 29
Goodreads Page
The Winner's Kiss is the last book in Rutkoski's Winner's Trilogy. I absolutely adore the first book in the series, and the only reason this is tentative to read this year is because I haven't read the second book yet! 

The Glittering Court by Richelle Meade
Release Date: April 5
Goodreads Page
This is yet another book that I don't know too much about. The Glittering Court is the first book in Mead's new series. I haven't finished reading the Vampire Academy series, but I love her writing style so much. I see myself finishing her first series before I read this one though.  

Flawed by Cecilia Ahern
Release Date: April 5
Goodreads Page
I haven't heard too much buzz for Flawed, but I am getting more into the dystopian genre again. The synopsis itself is pretty vague, but I am interested to see what this novel will bring. If my library gets it in stock, then I'll read it.  

The Problem with Forever by Jennifer L. Armentrout
Release Date: May 17
Goodreads Page
I am such an Armentrout fan. I can't get enough of her addicting writing and her quick paced plots. I haven't read much contemporary from her (only one!), so I am SO excited to read it! The excerpt I read of this was phenomenal. The only reason this is on the tentative list is because my library might not have it. I'll probably have to buy the book.  

Heir to the Sky by Amanda Sun
Release Date: April 26
Goodreads Page
Guys. This synopsis is amazing! It sounds so inventive and the cover is stunning. The rating on goodreads aren't the highest, but that won't really phase me. Hopefully my local library will buy it!

So those are my anticipated spring releases! What are yours?

Thanks for stopping by and I'll see you soon with another post!

Happy Reading!

Genni @ Ready, Set, Read!