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After the dramatic ending of The Ballad of Never After, I’m counting down til the release of A Curse for True Love! 🦊 I need to know what happens next because I’m going absolutely nuts right now 😅
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I’m also so excited for Foxglove, The Brothers Hawthorne, This Cursed Light, and Threads of Power - a few series continuations that I just know are gonna be phenomenal! 🙌🏼
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Do you plan to read romance books during Love Mont Do you plan to read romance books during Love Month? 🤎
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Pretty much my entire TBR this month is just cute romances and I can’t wait to dive in 📖 
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Some of the titles I’m most excited about:
🎓 Begin Again by Emma Lord
📚 Exes and O’s by Amy Lea
🌻 In the Weeds by B.K. Borison
💕 Highly Suspicious and Unfairly Cute by Talia Hibbert
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Have you read any of these or are any of them on your TBR? 📝
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What are your favorite high seas adventure books? What are your favorite high seas adventure books? 🏴‍☠️

If I’m being totally truthful, I haven’t read that many of them BUT I just finished my reread of All the Stars and Teeth and was reminded how much I love it 😍 I need more books like this! 🌊

Give me recommendations for books with pirates, mermaids and sirens, island curses, and other high seas goodness ⚓️

Have you read All the Stars and Teeth? 🧜🏼‍♀️

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My favorite fictional character of all time is Genya Safin from the Grishaverse 🤍 This badass Tailor has a taste for the finer things and would absolutely drink a deliciously dark roast with notes of cherry, walnut, and rich chocolate 🤤 I think she would enjoy a café au lait -- drip coffee with steamed milk -- that David prepared for her in a drip coffee contraption of his own making 🫶🏼
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What was your last 5-star romance read? ⭐️ It What was your last 5-star romance read? ⭐️

It was absolutely wonderful to end 2022 with Yours Truly by Abby Jimenez 😍 I don’t like to pick favorites when it comes to my top authors, but this adorable fake dating romance may very well be my favorite book by her! 🙌🏼

I’m a seriously picky romance reader, but Abby’s blend of sweetness and substance never ceases to amaze me and Yours Truly was no exception 🤎 Just like her previous novels, this one made me cry my eyes out as I saw bits and pieces of myself in each of the characters 🥹 It was just SO GOOD, y’all, and you can find the full review on my blog! 🫶🏼

Are you planning to pick up Yours Truly when it comes out in April? 📖 Have you read any of Abby’s other phenomenal romance novels? 🥰

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Honestly, it’s not very often that I finish a book in one day - either because I find myself too busy or I just can’t concentrate for such a long period of time 😅

BUT every once in a while, I have a weekend day where I can just fully sink into a story and enjoy it from start to finish without distractions 📖 That’s what I did with BEACH READ last Sunday and it was wonderful 🥰 I read it when it first came out, but this time, I really got to enjoy it in a new way - and I couldn’t put it down! 🙈 

If only I could have more days like that 😂 Have you read Beach Read or anything else by Emily Henry? ☀️

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Books, Reviews · March 5, 2021

Book Review: “The Lucky Escape” by Laura Jane Williams

The Lucky Escape book cover shows on a Kindle screen as it lays on an open book next to a mug of coffee on top of a stack of books and a lit candle next to a french press

The Lucky Escape was the contemporary romance that I didn’t know I needed – and now I can’t get enough.

Have you started planning your summer reading list yet? I know, I know it’s not even technically spring, but I’ve got the perfect beach or poolside novel for you to check out!

Last year, I fell in love with Laura Jane Williams’ writing when I listened to the audiobook of Our Stop. It was cute and lighthearted and best of all, it made me laugh! I was thrilled when NetGalley approved me for an advanced reader copy of her latest title, The Lucky Escape. This book will be released on June 10, 2021, and I can’t wait for everyone to get their hands on it.

I couldn’t put this book down! I found myself distracted while I was working because all I wanted to do was get back to reading. If I’m honest, I can probably count on one hand the number of times this has happened. So, needless to say, it was great! But I bet you’d like to know a little more about it, so keep scrolling to check out why I thought The Lucky Escape was so spectacular (and why you need to read it too)!


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Why You Should Read The Lucky Escape

If you could just put yourself at the centre of your own world for one second you’d see how much you deserve to be there.

The Lucky Escape

A huge thank-you to NetGalley and Avon Books UK for this e-arc of The Lucky Escape by Laura Jane Williams.

“ONE CANCELLED WEDDING

When the day finally comes for Annie to marry Alexander, the last thing she expects is to be left standing at the altar. She was so sure he was Mr Right. Now, she has no idea how she could have got it so wrong.

ONE UNEXPECTED ENCOUNTER

After a chance meeting with Paddy, an old friend who reminds her of who she used to be, Annie takes a vow of her own: she’ll say yes to every opportunity that comes her way from now on.

ONE SPARE TICKET FOR THE HONEYMOON

Could a spontaneous trip with Paddy be the way to mend Annie’s heart? She’s about to find out as she embarks on her honeymoon – with a man who’s not her husband…” (Goodreads Synopsis)

Below you can find my full and honest review of The Lucky Escape by Laura Jane Williams.

Over the years, I’ve developed a love-hate relationship with contemporary romance. On the one hand, it’s nice to have something light and fluffy to read when you need a mood-booster. On the other hand, I tend to feel frustrated that most of these books lack substance or originality. I’ve begun to pick up the genre with the assumption that I’ll be somewhat disappointed or left wanting more.

So naturally, you can understand my excitement over the fact that The Lucky Escape had the perfect blend of everything a good rom-com should possess. Some chapters caused me to bubble over with deep belly-laughs. Others incited inspiration (note: I was very thankful that I read a digital copy of this novel because I do not like marking my physical books and this way, I was able to highlight to my heart’s content). A few times, I even shed tears. I found myself quickly becoming wrapped up in Annie’s story and loving every second of it!

There was less predictability in this plot than I originally expected, which I loved. I kept having moments where I would begin to cringe, thinking I knew what would come next, only to be pleasantly surprised!

I appreciated that The Lucky Escape focused a lot on the importance of friendships and sibling relationships. There was as much – if not more – emphasis on this as there was on the romance element. The sweet nicknames Annie and Freddie had for each other warmed my heart and I loved the serious support system that the Core Four provided.

If you find me sitting in a corner, writing sonnets for Patrick, don’t be surprised. This cinnamon roll of a man has to be one of my favorite love interests of all time. Truthfully, I could spend forever telling you about how phenomenal he is – and he’s not even an unrealistic “dream guy” sort of character. He has depth and soul and a seriously inspirational perspective on life.

This book is currently living rent-free in my mind. Every time I put it down to do my work or run errands, etc., I immediately missed it and wanted to pick it back up again to continue reading. It took virtually no time at all to make it on my list of favorite contemporary romance novels! I will certainly be reading it again and again.


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  1. Lindsey says

    March 5, 2021 at 9:52 AM

    I am totally stalking your blog these days for sure – I love everything you come out with! This review is no exception – I’m like you in that I’m always dubious with contemporary romance and being worried about just being let down by them but this sounds like it has it all. I really want to read to find out more about Patrick now! Great review!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      March 9, 2021 at 10:17 AM

      That makes me so happy! Thank you very much 🙂 Contemporary romance can definitely be hit-or-miss, and usually, I don’t end up giving the book more than a 3-star rating… 4 if it really wowed me. The fact that this one got 5 stars absolutely SHOCKS me, but in the best way possible. I already pre-ordered the book so I can have the fully finished copy forever hehe.

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  2. Alexandra says

    March 5, 2021 at 12:03 PM

    The Lucky Escape sounds like a great read! I haven’t read a book with a storyline in so long! This one actually sounds so cute! Thanks for sharing!!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      March 9, 2021 at 10:29 AM

      It was the perfect contemporary romance! Part of me wishes I read it in February – but after a ton of fantasy novels, it was great to break it up with this sweet story 🙂

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  3. Amie says

    March 5, 2021 at 1:46 PM

    Oooh this book sounds right up my street! I am going to check this book out right now!

    Love, Amie ❤
    The Curvaceous Vegan

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      March 9, 2021 at 10:18 AM

      I hope you do end up reading it when it comes out. It was exceptional! Sweet and cute but not over-the-top or cheesy. It had the right amount of depth and I loved that about it.

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  4. Mariah says

    March 5, 2021 at 2:13 PM

    Ooo this sounds so interesting! One, love NetGalley. Two, I totally agree about the genre. I love it, but also hate that sometimes the plots are sooo predictable. This one sounds like a good palette cleanser for the genre. Thanks for sharing!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      March 9, 2021 at 10:19 AM

      NetGalley is something that was only introduced to me after I launched my bookstagram, but I’m forever grateful for it. I only recently began to receive these ARCs and it feels so special! I’m glad I get to share my thoughts about books before they are released. It’s cool to be part of building the hype!

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  5. happyhourthoughts says

    March 5, 2021 at 3:45 PM

    omg we love to read and this is going straight into my amazon basket! thankyou for sharing x

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      March 9, 2021 at 10:19 AM

      I love hearing that! I can’t wait for you to get a chance to read it when it comes out in June! 🙂

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  6. Lee says

    March 5, 2021 at 3:50 PM

    It sounds so good! I love that it’s a rom com but with a bit more depth to it. We’re going on our honeymoon (Hopefully, covid-rules dependant) end of summer/ early fall so this sounds like the perfect book to pack to read!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      March 9, 2021 at 10:20 AM

      Oooh this book would really be perfect for that! It’s such a great summer-y love story. I hope you do get a chance to pick it up 🙂

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  7. Della Driscoll says

    March 6, 2021 at 5:29 AM

    Brilliant review! I think I’d like this book; I’m like you and find contemporary romance hit ans miss x

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      March 9, 2021 at 10:21 AM

      It can be tough to find contemporary romance books that tick all the boxes. I can name 3 of them off the top of my head that have done that for me in the past and received 5-star reviews. But typically, I give around 3 stars because they just don’t floor me. This one was an exception for sure. It was fantastic!

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  8. Sarah Mark says

    March 6, 2021 at 4:46 PM

    This sounds like such a great book! I will definitely be getting myself a copy.

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      March 9, 2021 at 10:21 AM

      I’m so glad to hear that! You’ll have to let me know what you think once you read it in June 🙂

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  9. Jennifer Prince says

    March 6, 2021 at 8:05 PM

    I LOVE it when you can’t stop thinking about a book. That’s such a great sign! I’ve even mourned a book’s ending b/c it was so good and I was so attached to the characters. I need to check this one out!!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      March 9, 2021 at 10:22 AM

      Right? It takes a special book to make that happen. When I finished this one, I found it really hard to get into another book because I was dealing with what I’ve heard called a “book hangover” from how good this was haha! I already pre-ordered it so I could have a finished copy when it comes out 🙂 I can’t wait to read it again and again!

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  10. Margot says

    March 7, 2021 at 7:36 AM

    Oh this books sounds really nice. I’m adding it up to my list of next books to read.
    xx
    Margot
    https://troughthepasturesofthesky.com

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      March 9, 2021 at 10:22 AM

      That’s fantastic to hear! I hope you enjoy it when it comes out this summer 🙂

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  11. Jessica Eishow says

    March 7, 2021 at 12:49 PM

    this sounds like a wonderful book! thank you for this recommendation!! I’m adding it to my ‘to read’ list asap!!

    jessica | http://www.overdressedblogger.com

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      March 9, 2021 at 10:23 AM

      That’s awesome to hear! It’s definitely the perfect summer read, so when it comes out in June, you’ll need to get yourself a copy!

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  12. Neely Moldovan says

    March 7, 2021 at 3:26 PM

    Oh I want to read this! Its been in my TBR for a bit!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      March 9, 2021 at 10:23 AM

      Oh really??? I hope you love it! When it comes out in June, let me know if you read it and enjoy it 🙂

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  13. TheQuietGirl (Anissa) says

    March 7, 2021 at 3:48 PM

    This sounds like a lovely book! I love a book about romance but it’s nice to hear that it’s rom-com too. You can really tell that you enjoyed the book, great review!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      March 9, 2021 at 10:24 AM

      It definitely had some great laughs! I loved that it was sweet and funny, but also had tons of depth. I found myself highlighting quotes over and over again on my Kindle copy!

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  14. Rach says

    March 7, 2021 at 9:17 PM

    I am sold!!! Totally adding this book onto my reading list!

    http://www.rdsobsessions.com

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      March 9, 2021 at 10:24 AM

      YESS! I love hearing that! I hope you enjoy it as much as I did 🙂

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  15. Ashley@AttemptsAtDomestication says

    March 8, 2021 at 7:23 AM

    I usually cringe away from contemporary romances too, but you’re selling me on this one!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      March 9, 2021 at 10:25 AM

      I wouldn’t say I cringe away from them. Contemporary romance is my second-favorite genre after fantasy, but I just find that it can feel repetitive or a bit lacking in the depth department. I’m always happy when I find a rom-com that has just as much to teach me as it does to make me laugh!

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  16. Freya says

    March 8, 2021 at 10:22 AM

    I want a Patrick and I’ve not read the book yet! Great review and photos, as always!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      March 9, 2021 at 10:26 AM

      Patrick was SUCH a sweetie! I loved everything about him. In fact, I think I loved him so much because he reminded me of my husband haha!

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  17. Ashley Beth says

    March 8, 2021 at 11:20 AM

    Always excited to see another book blog! Great review, the book sounds like a lot of fun.

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      March 9, 2021 at 10:26 AM

      Cozy bookish and lifestyle blogger, at your service 🙂 Thanks for reading!

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  18. Caitlin says

    March 8, 2021 at 4:46 PM

    Romantic comedies in book form are one of my favorite genres because you always feel GOOD when the book is over! This is a great review, thanks for sharing!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      March 9, 2021 at 10:27 AM

      Exactly! But sometimes I feel like I laughed a lot and didn’t learn anything and it makes me EXTRA happy when I discover a bit of depth to a story that I wasn’t expecting 🙂 This book had a lot of that.

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  19. Sacha says

    March 8, 2021 at 9:14 PM

    Wow, yes this definitely sounds like a great read, especially for when Summer comes along!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      March 9, 2021 at 10:27 AM

      It really is the perfect summer read! I keep stopping myself from saying it because of the title, but the book itself was a great escape haha!

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  20. Yolanda says

    March 9, 2021 at 6:57 AM

    Honestly – this book sounds just like what I need right now. Belly laughs and inspiration – yes please! I will definitely be giving it a read this summer. Can’t wait to read it outside in the sun after a long winter!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      March 9, 2021 at 10:28 AM

      It really was such a great story, overall. Cheerful but meaningful too. It’d be awesome to read by the pool or at the beach – and while I’m NOT a summer person in the slightest, it somehow had me craving sunshine anyways!

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  21. Jennifer Passmore says

    March 9, 2021 at 10:31 AM

    This sounds like a wonderful read! I will be looking for this book!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      March 9, 2021 at 10:42 AM

      That’s awesome to hear! It comes out in June, so let me know if you pick it up or pre-order it! I’ve already ordered my copy hehe.

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  22. Emily Wilkinson says

    March 9, 2021 at 10:35 AM

    This book sounds great! Thanks for the thoughtful review!

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  23. Lizzie says

    March 9, 2021 at 12:32 PM

    Oooo this sounds like a great book! And it comes out on my birthday! Birthday gift to myself? I think so haha!

    Lizzie
    http://www.lizzieinlace.com

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      March 10, 2021 at 10:32 AM

      OMG no way! That would be the perfect gift to yourself hehe

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  24. Nayomi says

    March 10, 2021 at 2:59 AM

    I absolutely feel the same way about romance books – I like the light fluffiness they tend to be to perfect and therefore predictable. This book sound like the perfect balance of heart-warming and depth.

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      March 10, 2021 at 10:33 AM

      It can be hard to find a happy medium, but I will say this is exactly that: a happy medium! Cute and fluffy, but tons of inspiration and depth as well!

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  25. Daniela says

    March 10, 2021 at 11:26 AM

    I really enjoyed reading this review, and I think I might add this book to my TBR too! Thank you so much for sharing.

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      March 11, 2021 at 11:30 AM

      I’m glad to hear it! I definitely want more people to read this book because it was awesome!

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  26. Jenny in Neverland says

    March 11, 2021 at 4:19 AM

    This sounds GREAT. Thank you for this review. I’ll definitely be looking out for this book in June. Sounds exactly what I need right now! x

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      March 11, 2021 at 11:30 AM

      I can’t wait to hear what you think of it if you end up grabbing it in June 🙂

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  27. Molly says

    March 12, 2021 at 10:20 AM

    This sounds like a cute one! I tend to read more thrillers and mystery novels, but lately I’ve been going for lighter, easy read. This might have to go on my summer reading list!

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  28. Laura Leigh says

    March 12, 2021 at 12:15 PM

    okay this sounds right up my alley! a really great summer read – will be preordering this and dreaming of sitting by the pool reading it until it arrives. thanks for sharing girl friend!

    xo Laura Leigh
    https:/louellareese.com

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  29. Jessica Khater says

    March 15, 2021 at 4:04 AM

    First of all, I want to say that the title by itself is catchy and your review is even catchier. I’d love to read it. Second, I thought only few people did a summer reading list. I’m one of them by the way 😛 . Third, my birthday is on June 9 so this book would be the perfect gift for me this year.

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  30. Kristina says

    March 15, 2021 at 8:28 AM

    I see where you’re coming from where a lot of these books can feel really similar, but the juicy drama is always a plus!

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  31. Darleen says

    March 15, 2021 at 12:22 PM

    I love books that are always so hard to put down, and keeps you on your toes. This sounds like a good summer read.

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  32. Lauren says

    March 15, 2021 at 2:26 PM

    This sounds like a very interesting book. I like a bit of drama in a book. You have shared your honest experience. Thank you for sharing your thoughts.

    Lauren

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  33. Nailil says

    March 18, 2021 at 8:43 PM

    I had not heard of this title yet. After reading your review, I feel like it’s on I could read once released.

    Xx, Nailil
    thirtyminusone.com

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What’s one series installment you’re excited f What’s one series installment you’re excited for this year? 📚
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After the dramatic ending of The Ballad of Never After, I’m counting down til the release of A Curse for True Love! 🦊 I need to know what happens next because I’m going absolutely nuts right now 😅
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I’m also so excited for Foxglove, The Brothers Hawthorne, This Cursed Light, and Threads of Power - a few series continuations that I just know are gonna be phenomenal! 🙌🏼
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Are any of these on your radar? 👀
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Do you plan to read romance books during Love Mont Do you plan to read romance books during Love Month? 🤎
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Pretty much my entire TBR this month is just cute romances and I can’t wait to dive in 📖 
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Some of the titles I’m most excited about:
🎓 Begin Again by Emma Lord
📚 Exes and O’s by Amy Lea
🌻 In the Weeds by B.K. Borison
💕 Highly Suspicious and Unfairly Cute by Talia Hibbert
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What are your favorite high seas adventure books? What are your favorite high seas adventure books? 🏴‍☠️

If I’m being totally truthful, I haven’t read that many of them BUT I just finished my reread of All the Stars and Teeth and was reminded how much I love it 😍 I need more books like this! 🌊

Give me recommendations for books with pirates, mermaids and sirens, island curses, and other high seas goodness ⚓️

Have you read All the Stars and Teeth? 🧜🏼‍♀️

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How would your favorite book character take their How would your favorite book character take their coffee? ☕️
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My favorite fictional character of all time is Genya Safin from the Grishaverse 🤍 This badass Tailor has a taste for the finer things and would absolutely drink a deliciously dark roast with notes of cherry, walnut, and rich chocolate 🤤 I think she would enjoy a café au lait -- drip coffee with steamed milk -- that David prepared for her in a drip coffee contraption of his own making 🫶🏼
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Did I go way too in-depth on this just because I love these characters and coffee a little too much? 🙈 Maybe I did, but it was fun 🤷🏻‍♀️
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What was your last 5-star romance read? ⭐️ It What was your last 5-star romance read? ⭐️

It was absolutely wonderful to end 2022 with Yours Truly by Abby Jimenez 😍 I don’t like to pick favorites when it comes to my top authors, but this adorable fake dating romance may very well be my favorite book by her! 🙌🏼

I’m a seriously picky romance reader, but Abby’s blend of sweetness and substance never ceases to amaze me and Yours Truly was no exception 🤎 Just like her previous novels, this one made me cry my eyes out as I saw bits and pieces of myself in each of the characters 🥹 It was just SO GOOD, y’all, and you can find the full review on my blog! 🫶🏼

Are you planning to pick up Yours Truly when it comes out in April? 📖 Have you read any of Abby’s other phenomenal romance novels? 🥰

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What was the last book you read in one sitting? 🐒

Honestly, it’s not very often that I finish a book in one day - either because I find myself too busy or I just can’t concentrate for such a long period of time 😅

BUT every once in a while, I have a weekend day where I can just fully sink into a story and enjoy it from start to finish without distractions 📖 That’s what I did with BEACH READ last Sunday and it was wonderful 🥰 I read it when it first came out, but this time, I really got to enjoy it in a new way - and I couldn’t put it down! 🙈 

If only I could have more days like that 😂 Have you read Beach Read or anything else by Emily Henry? ☀️

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Today is my third bookstaversary, friends! 🤎 I can't begin to express how thankful I am for this wonderful community and how it has impacted my life over the last three years 🥹
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As many of you know, I was a full-time fashion blogger for over five years and somewhere along the line, I found that I just didn't love it anymore 🤷🏻‍♀️ I wanted to find somewhere I could truly be myself and spend more time talking about fantasy novels, crisp autumn mornings, a great cup of coffee, and how to achieve the ultimate cozy lifestyle ☕️
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I joined bookstagram in 2020, thinking it would just be a fun little hobby to have on the side while I continued my fashionista hustle... and a year later, I rebranded EVERYTHING to The Espresso Edition 🙌🏼 I've made talking about books and coziness my full-time gig and I couldn't be happier about it 😍
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Thank you all for welcoming me to this wild and wonderful corner of the internet 🙈 Cheers to tons more bookish goodness! 📚
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Would you take the protagonist of your current rea Would you take the protagonist of your current read for a cup of coffee? ☕️
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There have been quite a few characters I've read about this month who I'd love to sit down and chat with over a hot bev 🥰
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However, from my current reads, I would NOT take anyone from Jade Legacy (because you never know who might end up unaliving), I'd definitely take both Kell and Lila from A Darker Shade of Magic, I'm not entirely sure I'd enjoy coffee with Katniss from The Hunger Games (since she's not the most exciting conversationalist), but I'd absolutely love chatting it up with Alina from Shadow and Bone! 🙌🏼
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Have you read any of the books I'm currently reading? 📚
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What is a spin-off series that you prefer over the What is a spin-off series that you prefer over the originals? 📚

This past year, I either began or finished a few spin-off series that I found myself enjoying even more than their predecessors 🙈 The Dreamer Trilogy (the first of which is featured here) BLEW ME AWAY even though I just *sorta-kinda* liked The Raven Cycle 😱 But there I was, sobbing my eyes out at the end of Greywaren 😭 So freaking good! 🙌🏼

Typically I’m all about the OG series (like Shadow and Bone), but every once in a while, there’s a really great spin-off or continuation that I wind up just loving! 🤩 I’m excited to discover even more this year 🗓️

Have you read The Dreamer Trilogy yet? 💭

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What are some of your favorite stand-alone fantasy What are some of your favorite stand-alone fantasy books? ⚔️
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Crazy enough, my very favorite book of all time is a stand-alone fantasy 😱 If you don't listen to a single other book recommendation I have this year, that's fine, but *please* read Into the Heartless Wood by Joanna Ruth Meyer 🌲 It is absolute perfection! 🤌🏼
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Some of my other favorite stand-alone fantasy books:
🌿 THE NATURE OF WITCHES
✨ THE INVISIBLE LIFE OF ADDIE LARUE
🗝 THE STARLESS SEA (on audiobook)
💀 THE BONE HOUSES
🌙 WINTERWOOD
💔 HEARTLESS
🦉 WILD IS THE WITCH
🕯️ GALLANT
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