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I'm currently reading two books that are closely related with things (outside of reading) that I love: the NBA and Marvel 🙌🏼
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Shot Clock by @justinwritesya and Caron Butler (ARC) is a middle-grade novel all about heart, hope, and of course lots of great basketball 🏀 This has been the perfect book to read while I watch the NBA conference finals ⛹🏾
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We Were Dreamers: An Immigrant Superhero Origin Story by @simuliu has been absolutely phenomenal 😍 I've been a huge fan of Simu for quite some time and learning more about his family, his life, and how he became Shang-Chi has been really incredible 💥 Plus, he narrates the audiobook 🎧
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It's really great to discover books that relate to my other interests because it just makes me feel so comforted and happy! 🤍 Now I need more books about superheroes and basketball 😉
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What was the last book that made you really emotio What was the last book that made you really emotional? 🤣😤😭😍
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This could be any kind of emotion, really - from excessive joy or laughter to anger or sadness - I'm just a huge fan of books that make me FEEL 🤎
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I was recently sent an ARC of Love Times Infinity by @lanewriteswords and it sent me on a total rollercoaster of emotions 🎢 It was an absolutely incredible book and I can't wait for everyone to read it! 📖 SWIPE to see my full review ✍🏼
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What are your very favorite duologies? ✌🏼 ⠀ What are your very favorite duologies? ✌🏼
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I didn't even know duologies were a thing until I joined bookstagram, but over the past couple of years, I've discovered several favorites (so many that I actually wrote a whole blog post about them) 🤎
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A few that I love a little extra:
🃏 Six of Crows by Leigh Bardugo
🦋 Strange the Dreamer by Laini Taylor
👑 A Song of Wraiths and Ruin by Roseanne A Brown
⚓️ All the Stars and Teeth by Adalyn Grace
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And a couple with upcoming sequels I'm anticipating:
🐺 The Wilderwood by Hannah Whitten
🦢 Six Crimson Cranes by Elizabeth Lim
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Have you read any of these? 📚
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What was the last book-related news that made your What was the last book-related news that made your day? 📖
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I lost my cool (in the best way) when @what_eats_owls announced the release date for Painted Devils, the gorgeous sequel to Little Thieves! 🥀 It's going to be torturous waiting a whole year, but I know it'll also be totally worth it! 🙌🏼
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I also can't count the number of times I've watched the trailer for First Kill - the upcoming Netflix show based on @veschwab's short story in Vampires Never Get Old: Tales with Fresh Bite 🧛🏼‍♀️ It's been quite some time since I was this excited for a vampire show 🩸
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And in YA romance news, I'm geeking out over the cover and title reveal for @dilemmalord's next book! 🤍 It sounds like it'll be the perfect way to kick off 2023 (yes, yes I am thinking that far ahead and pondering which Taylor Swift song to pair with the release) 🙈
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Are you excited about any of these bits of bookish news? 📰
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Do you DNF books? 🙅🏻‍♀️
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This has been such a controversial topic for so long and I've personally struggled with it A LOT 🙈 For years, I refused to quit reading a book unless the subject matter was too triggering or frightening for me to handle 🫣 I would even go so far as to read entire series that I literally didn't like, just to see if the books got any better and changed my mind 🧠
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HOWEVER... this recently changed for me! 🙀 This month, I chose to put down four books that weren't serving me - and it was so insanely freeing! 🍾 I felt like a weight was lifted off me, not forcing myself to read things I wasn't into - and while I still might give some books the benefit of the doubt and finish them (some of my favorite books of all time started off with me feeling very so-so about them)... I will no longer be struggling my way through series I'm not enjoying or novels that make me feel uneasy 🙌🏼 
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Have you ever almost DNF'd a book that you wound up loving? 🤎 Which was it? 📖 
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What was the last hyped book you read that actuall What was the last hyped book you read that actually did live up to the hype? 💥
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I'm all about underrated books and try to recommend my faves on a regular basis because I think that they deserve just as much love as the hyped books 🤎 BUT I also enjoy reading my fair share of hyped books (even if they don't always live up to the hype) 🙈
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The last few books I read that 100% lived up to the hype were:
🐐 Part of Your World by Abby Jimenez (this book made me feel so seen it was unreal. I wept several times)
🪷 Defy the Night by Brigid Kemmerer (I was so thrilled with how much I enjoyed this fantasy)
💄 The No-Show by Beth O'Leary (this author is usually a winner for me and her latest release didn't disappoint)
🏛 The Atlas Six by Olivie Blake (I was unsure for the first 3rd of the book but it wound up being a 5-star read by the end!)
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Which fictional books would you recommend reading Which fictional books would you recommend reading for AAPI Heritage Month? 📚
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It has literally *always* been of utmost importance to me to read books written by - and about - people that aren't just like me (a cis, white, American woman) 📖 It's so important to continue expanding my little world! 🌎
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Here are some of the fictional books I would recommend in a heartbeat to read this month:
📞 Dial A for Aunties (series) by Jesse Q Sutanto
🐉 Six Crimson Cranes (duology) by Elizabeth Lim
🤍 The Kiss Quotient (series) by Helen Hoang
🗼 Tokyo Ever After (series) by Emiko Jean
🦊 Wicked Fox (duology) by Kat Cho
👑 Three Dark Crowns (series) by Kendare Blake
🔥 The Rise of Kyoshi (duology) by F.C. Yee
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What was the last book you purchased for yourself What was the last book you purchased for yourself or got from the library? 📖
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As you all know very well, I'm not the type of person to purchase books unless I've read them first (my exception being sequels to books I own or authors who never let me down) 🙈 That being said, I'm pretty picky about which books I DO spend my money on 💳
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I recently did a bit of a haul on #IndependentBookstoreDay to get my hands on some of my favorite books from the past year and I can't wait to have them in my hands soon! 🙌🏼 Below is the list of titles I ordered from my favorite indie shops:
🏛 The Atlas Six
👻 Gallant
✨ The Kindred
📱 The Boyfriend Project
💛 Life's Too Short
🎈 All Fired Up (pre-order, since I loved the arc)
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While the gorgeous cover was certainly what drew me in (this has now landed in my top 3 fave covers of all time 😍), the story was absolutely BRILLIANT and I think everyone needs to add it to their July TBR! 📚 You're definitely going to want to get your hands on this masterpiece 🤍
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Books, Reviews · January 29, 2021

Book Review: “The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo” by Taylor Jenkins Reid

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The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo is a melodramatic and salacious tale filled with Old Hollywood glamour and twist you’ll never see coming.

I listened to the audiobook for Daisy Jones & The Six in 2020 and was absolutely blown away. Not only has that novel taken the spot of my favorite audiobook ever, but it was also a brilliant story (review can be found here). I knew I wanted to listen to The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo to compare and contrast the author’s work along with the audiobook quality.

This was such an easy read because it was really dramatic and entertaining. Almost like… listening to a movie? The day that I took down all of my Christmas decorations, I had this blasting through my speakers to keep me company. Let me tell you, I didn’t even realize how much time had passed when everything was in boxes and put away. I was thoroughly enjoying myself!

Let me tell you just why this book is so grand.


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Why You Should Read The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo

Below you can find my full and honest review. [TW: suicide, substance abuse, drug use, infidelity, abusive relationships]

“It’s always been fascinating to me how things can be simultaneously true and false, how people can be good and bad all in one, how someone can love you in a way that is beautifully selfless while serving themselves ruthlessly.”

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“Aging and reclusive Hollywood movie icon Evelyn Hugo is finally ready to tell the truth about her glamorous and scandalous life. When she chooses unknown magazine reporter Monique Grant for the job, no one in the journalism community is more astounded than Monique herself. Why her? Why now? Monique is not exactly on top of the world. Her husband, David, has left her, and her career has stagnated. Regardless of why Evelyn has chosen her to write her biography, Monique is determined to use this opportunity to jumpstart her career. Summoned to Evelyn’s Upper East Side apartment, Monique listens as Evelyn unfurls her story: from making her way to Los Angeles in the 1950s to her decision to leave show business in the late 80s, and, of course, the seven husbands along the way. As Evelyn’s life unfolds—revealing a ruthless ambition, an unexpected friendship, and a great forbidden love—Monique begins to feel a very a real connection to the actress. But as Evelyn’s story catches up with the present, it becomes clear that her life intersects with Monique’s own in tragic and irreversible ways.” (Goodreads Synopsis)

This story was incredible. From the second I began listening until the last few lines in the book, I was on the edge of my seat. Reid clearly knows how to write a furiously intoxicating leading lady. Although, I can’t be sure I’d even give the title of “lady” to Evelyn Hugo. She was monstrous in so many ways, but she admits to that early on, without any regrets. Or so it seems.

I found myself totally baffled as to why she hired nobody-journalist, Monique, to write her whole life into a really entertaining – though potentially unflattering – memoir. We learn some terrible secrets about Evelyn in the last few chapters of the book. Secrets that had me literally gasping with shock and turning to anybody to scream, “THAT PLOT TWIST!” This is when we learn how unabashedly ballsy Evelyn truly was and what she thinks of herself in her later years. Do we learn who her true love was? Yes, yes we do – but it’s not who you might think.

Was this book better than Daisy Jones? That was the question I was asked many times upon finishing it. I can’t be certain of the answer. It held similar elements of drama, lust, spite, and betrayal. It was definitely different enough to be on its own plane of existence, however. I have given them both five-star ratings. If you’re curious which is better, I’d just say to read them yourself, but don’t be surprised if you feel the same way as I do: that they’re equally INCREDIBLE but also very different from each other. Oh – and they’ll make your head spin.

Side note about the narration: it didn’t have a full cast as Daisy Jones did, but it didn’t need one. There weren’t nearly as many POVs to follow, so I think it was well done, though not quite as epic of a performance.


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Comments

  1. Claudia says

    January 29, 2021 at 8:31 AM

    Let me guess — she hired Monique because she’s in love with her! Masking her sexuality because of being in the public eye… I don’t know why I thought this book was about someone in the 1700s but clearly I was far off. The 20s are my favourite!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      January 29, 2021 at 9:07 AM

      Hahaha that would be quite the plot twist (especially considering the really massive age-difference), but it’s not even close! 😉 You’ll just have to read the book to find out what the plot twist actually is!

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  2. Caitlin says

    January 29, 2021 at 8:55 AM

    AH! I had to skim your review because I have this book just waiting to be read on my bedside table – from the looks of it you enjoyed it and I really hope I do too! Always love your book reviews 🙂

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      January 29, 2021 at 9:06 AM

      Oh, there are no spoilers! I would’ve mentioned that at the beginning if there were 🙂 But I do hope you enjoy the book. It’s incredible!

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  3. Tanvi Rastogi says

    January 29, 2021 at 10:15 AM

    I had read it last year. While I really enjoyed the story and the bold/strong characters I felt the ending was rushed and the twist was a little incomplete. But a great read nonetheless.

    ❥ tanvii.com

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      January 31, 2021 at 3:19 PM

      I’m so sorry to hear that you didn’t prefer the ending. I thought it was well-done (clearly), but everyone is entitled to their own opinions, of course! 🙂

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  4. Katie says

    January 29, 2021 at 11:01 AM

    I keep meaning to read this book, heard such great things about it!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      January 31, 2021 at 3:19 PM

      Well, clearly I love it and highly recommend it, so you can just add my “great things” to your list 😉

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  5. Lucy says

    January 29, 2021 at 11:31 AM

    This book sounds like it has a lovely story and I like the sound of the main characters also! x

    Lucy | http://www.lucymary.co.uk

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      January 31, 2021 at 3:20 PM

      It’s certainly a good book, but I wouldn’t say it’s very “lovely” as it’s a super intense and dramatic plot!

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  6. Kim says

    January 29, 2021 at 1:02 PM

    I just finished a book and was a looking for a new one to read. I just added this one to my list! Thanks for the recommendation…It sounds right up my alley!

    xoxo,
    Kim

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      January 31, 2021 at 3:20 PM

      Oooh glad my blog post could come at the perfect time! I highly recommend this one! It’s a phenomenal story.

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  7. Raji says

    January 29, 2021 at 1:13 PM

    Sounds like you really enjoyed this book! I keep meaning to read it and I’m hoping to get to it in the next couple of months. Great review!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      January 31, 2021 at 3:20 PM

      It’s amazing! Such a great story with a phenomenal plot twist that I totally wasn’t expecting (and I’m the type of person to see a plot twist coming from a mile away)!

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  8. Mykki says

    January 29, 2021 at 1:22 PM

    Oooh, I bet good money I could figure out the plot twist in the first few chapters! I’ve already got some ideas but I won’t say them here in case I accidentally spoil it for anyone…

    I thought, from the title, this would be a boring, average piece of literary fiction – but if its pace is like a Hollywood drama this might be worth checking out!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      January 31, 2021 at 3:21 PM

      See, that’s exactly how I usually am. I figure out the plot twist immediately, so I was shocked that this one surprised me as much as it did. I definitely wasn’t expecting it (and I’m the type of annoying person to be able to know a plot twist at the beginning of a series)! Haha! I hope you do read it 🙂

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  9. Lizzie says

    January 29, 2021 at 1:47 PM

    This book sounds totally up my alley! I love stories that take place in certain time periods. Putting this on my list!!

    Lizzie
    http://www.lizzieinlace.com

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      January 31, 2021 at 3:22 PM

      Aaaand it’s a great audiobook, so it’ll work perfectly if you decide to try those out at some point 🙂

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  10. Loïne says

    January 29, 2021 at 2:39 PM

    This review was incredible!!! You got me all high hopes for this book and I hope it will match my expectations!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      January 31, 2021 at 3:22 PM

      I sure hope that you end up loving it as much as I did!

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  11. Lee says

    January 29, 2021 at 4:03 PM

    LOVE a good book with a complex, strong leading lady!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      January 31, 2021 at 3:22 PM

      Me too! Evelyn is certainly that. I loved her and hated her all at once (with lots of other emotions in-between haha)

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  12. Taylor says

    January 29, 2021 at 6:55 PM

    I LOVED Daisy Jones (one of my top books of 2020) and I need to listen to this one. Putting the audio on hold from my library right now so I can listen to it soon!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      January 31, 2021 at 3:23 PM

      Daisy Jones was one of my top picks for 2020 and my favorite audiobook of all time! I definitely think if you enjoyed that you’ll enjoy this one too!!

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  13. Ashley@AttemptsAtDomestication says

    January 29, 2021 at 9:47 PM

    This sounds like a really interesting book! I may have to check it out! Also, I’ve only ever listened to one audiobook in my life. This review definitely makes me want to listen to more!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      January 31, 2021 at 3:23 PM

      Oh my gosh! I love audiobooks with my whole heart, but I only try to recommend ones that are really well-done. This one has a great performance (not quite like Daisy Jones & The Six, but still good) and the story is AMAZING.

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  14. Rach says

    January 30, 2021 at 3:36 PM

    This book has been on my TBR list for awhile now. I still need to read it! For sure will need to be read asap!

    http://www.rdsobsessions.com

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      January 31, 2021 at 3:24 PM

      Oh my gosh! Yes, you definitely do need to read it! It’s so good!

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  15. Mica says

    January 30, 2021 at 4:42 PM

    It sounds like an interesting book and it’s great you enjoyed it, although with those warnings it might be a bit too heavy for me! I got a book from the opshop once and was really enjoying it then right near the end one of the characters died and I was in tears! I had a horrible sleep that night, as I read before bed, it wasn’t the kind of relaxing unwinding read I needed, haha!

    Hope that you are having a good weekend 🙂 Another hot one here!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      January 31, 2021 at 3:24 PM

      That’s totally understandable. I’m very sensitive, especially to triggers related to death/suicide, but this book did a really good job of handling those elements. If you ever do check it out, let me know what you think. You might be pleasantly surprised.

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  16. Alexis Gauthier says

    January 31, 2021 at 9:58 AM

    I’m so glad that you loved this! It seems like a lot of people love it, so maybe it’s finally time I give it a try? I’m always nervous with hyped up adult novels since I usually stick with YA!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      January 31, 2021 at 3:25 PM

      I can relate to that! Up until last year, I pretty much never read adult fiction, but TJR’s books have both been winners so far and I plan to read more of her work in the future. They’re just so well-written.

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  17. Stephani says

    January 31, 2021 at 10:43 AM

    This sounds so intriguing!!! She hires Monique bc moniques husband left her for Evelyn?!?! Haha!! I’ll have to read/listen to this one!!

    Xo, Steph

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      January 31, 2021 at 3:26 PM

      Haha! It’s fun to see what people think the plot twist is going to be before they read it. Now you definitely need to read to find out if you’re right or wrong 😉

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  18. Rebevca says

    February 1, 2021 at 9:51 AM

    I read this one before I read Daisy Jones and I have to say I liked it better! It might be because Evelyn Hugo was for a book club and we had such fun discussing it. Love them both but this book just really got me for so many reasons!

    Xx Reb // http://www.rebeccapiersol.me

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      February 1, 2021 at 3:20 PM

      I’m glad you enjoyed it! It’s such a great book. I can definitely see why it would be fun for a book club!

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  19. Deborah says

    February 1, 2021 at 2:52 PM

    I’m on the waitlist at the library for this book because, like you, I REALLY loved Daisy Jones and the Six! I can’t wait to read it!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      February 1, 2021 at 3:20 PM

      Ooh I hope you enjoy this when you read it! Let me know what you think of the plot twist 😉

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  20. Sarah says

    February 1, 2021 at 8:04 PM

    I read this book and loved it too! I thought it was very well done and quite different from any book I’ve read before. I loved how it went back and forth from the two different point of views. And I did not see that plot twist coming until a little before it was revealed!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      February 2, 2021 at 1:32 PM

      It’s certainly a unique book. The author does an amazing job writing creative and dramatic stories. Have you also read Daisy Jones & The Six?

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  21. Greta says

    February 1, 2021 at 11:05 PM

    I love all your book reviews. Adding this to my library list!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      February 2, 2021 at 1:33 PM

      I hope you love it when you do get a chance to read it. It’s phenomenal! And I highly recommend Daisy Jones & The Six as well 🙂

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  22. Anita says

    February 4, 2021 at 1:13 AM

    This seems like a really good book to read. I like the title and the plot. It seems interesting.

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      February 4, 2021 at 1:45 PM

      It’s a wonderful book and clearly, I highly recommend it 😉 I hope you do check it out in the near future.

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  23. Jenny in Neverland says

    February 4, 2021 at 4:50 AM

    I haven’t read this book or anything from this author actually but I’ve heard SUCH great things so I’m definitely going to be adding it to my TBR list. I might treat myself for Valentine’s Day 🙂 xxx

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      February 4, 2021 at 1:45 PM

      There’s a reason it’s so hyped. I’m not usually one to love a hyped book, if I’m honest, but this one lives up to it! I hope you do treat yourself!

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  24. Katie says

    February 4, 2021 at 9:20 AM

    How have I not heard of this book? It sounds amazing!

    Katie | katieemmabeauty.com

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      February 4, 2021 at 1:46 PM

      I’m not sure! It’s really popular! But now I understand why – it’s seriously phenomenal. I definitely recommend it.

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  25. Amanda says

    February 5, 2021 at 11:59 AM

    This was one of my absolute favorite reads from last year. The plot twist (twists?!) was so good and it was a well-written book all around. I’m looking forward to reading Daisy Jones as I heard that is an excellent read as well.

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      February 5, 2021 at 1:35 PM

      I’m so glad you enjoyed it! It’s such an incredible book and so beautifully written. If you liked this, you’re definitely going to love Daisy Jones & The Six (I highly HIGHLY recommend the audiobook for that one)!

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  26. Jennifer L Prince says

    February 8, 2021 at 9:37 AM

    I need to check into this! I love it when an audiobook can do the real book justice – sometimes audiobooks can be boring, but this sounds so good. So does Daisy Jones & The Six – I need to listen to them both!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      February 8, 2021 at 9:39 AM

      I’m a huge fan of audiobooks and rarely find them boring. However, some are just far superior to others! Daisy Jones was definitely in the superior category, but Evelyn Hugo was just an all-around excellent book! I think it’d be great to enjoy in any format!

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  27. Gail says

    February 8, 2021 at 8:50 PM

    Added this to my to-read list this year! I’ll also check out the audiobook. Tbh, I never tried audiobooks because I think it will make my mind wander while listening to it. But I was hooked when you said it seems like listening to a movie! Thank you for sharing this. 🙂

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      February 9, 2021 at 1:09 PM

      Audiobooks are phenomenal – but I know they can be challenging for some people. I highly recommend this one and Daisy Jones & The Six (my favorite audiobook EVER and often compared to a podcast) if you’re looking to get into audiobooks at all.

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Do you read books related to your interests? 📖 Do you read books related to your interests? 📖
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I'm currently reading two books that are closely related with things (outside of reading) that I love: the NBA and Marvel 🙌🏼
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Shot Clock by @justinwritesya and Caron Butler (ARC) is a middle-grade novel all about heart, hope, and of course lots of great basketball 🏀 This has been the perfect book to read while I watch the NBA conference finals ⛹🏾
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We Were Dreamers: An Immigrant Superhero Origin Story by @simuliu has been absolutely phenomenal 😍 I've been a huge fan of Simu for quite some time and learning more about his family, his life, and how he became Shang-Chi has been really incredible 💥 Plus, he narrates the audiobook 🎧
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It's really great to discover books that relate to my other interests because it just makes me feel so comforted and happy! 🤍 Now I need more books about superheroes and basketball 😉
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Are either of these books on your TBR? 📚 
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What was the last book that made you really emotio What was the last book that made you really emotional? 🤣😤😭😍
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This could be any kind of emotion, really - from excessive joy or laughter to anger or sadness - I'm just a huge fan of books that make me FEEL 🤎
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I was recently sent an ARC of Love Times Infinity by @lanewriteswords and it sent me on a total rollercoaster of emotions 🎢 It was an absolutely incredible book and I can't wait for everyone to read it! 📖 SWIPE to see my full review ✍🏼
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Is this upcoming book on your TBR yet? 🤍
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What are your very favorite duologies? ✌🏼 ⠀ What are your very favorite duologies? ✌🏼
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I didn't even know duologies were a thing until I joined bookstagram, but over the past couple of years, I've discovered several favorites (so many that I actually wrote a whole blog post about them) 🤎
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A few that I love a little extra:
🃏 Six of Crows by Leigh Bardugo
🦋 Strange the Dreamer by Laini Taylor
👑 A Song of Wraiths and Ruin by Roseanne A Brown
⚓️ All the Stars and Teeth by Adalyn Grace
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And a couple with upcoming sequels I'm anticipating:
🐺 The Wilderwood by Hannah Whitten
🦢 Six Crimson Cranes by Elizabeth Lim
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What was the last book-related news that made your What was the last book-related news that made your day? 📖
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I lost my cool (in the best way) when @what_eats_owls announced the release date for Painted Devils, the gorgeous sequel to Little Thieves! 🥀 It's going to be torturous waiting a whole year, but I know it'll also be totally worth it! 🙌🏼
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I also can't count the number of times I've watched the trailer for First Kill - the upcoming Netflix show based on @veschwab's short story in Vampires Never Get Old: Tales with Fresh Bite 🧛🏼‍♀️ It's been quite some time since I was this excited for a vampire show 🩸
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And in YA romance news, I'm geeking out over the cover and title reveal for @dilemmalord's next book! 🤍 It sounds like it'll be the perfect way to kick off 2023 (yes, yes I am thinking that far ahead and pondering which Taylor Swift song to pair with the release) 🙈
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Do you DNF books? 🙅🏻‍♀️
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This has been such a controversial topic for so long and I've personally struggled with it A LOT 🙈 For years, I refused to quit reading a book unless the subject matter was too triggering or frightening for me to handle 🫣 I would even go so far as to read entire series that I literally didn't like, just to see if the books got any better and changed my mind 🧠
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HOWEVER... this recently changed for me! 🙀 This month, I chose to put down four books that weren't serving me - and it was so insanely freeing! 🍾 I felt like a weight was lifted off me, not forcing myself to read things I wasn't into - and while I still might give some books the benefit of the doubt and finish them (some of my favorite books of all time started off with me feeling very so-so about them)... I will no longer be struggling my way through series I'm not enjoying or novels that make me feel uneasy 🙌🏼 
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Have you ever almost DNF'd a book that you wound up loving? 🤎 Which was it? 📖 
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What was the last hyped book you read that actuall What was the last hyped book you read that actually did live up to the hype? 💥
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I'm all about underrated books and try to recommend my faves on a regular basis because I think that they deserve just as much love as the hyped books 🤎 BUT I also enjoy reading my fair share of hyped books (even if they don't always live up to the hype) 🙈
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The last few books I read that 100% lived up to the hype were:
🐐 Part of Your World by Abby Jimenez (this book made me feel so seen it was unreal. I wept several times)
🪷 Defy the Night by Brigid Kemmerer (I was so thrilled with how much I enjoyed this fantasy)
💄 The No-Show by Beth O'Leary (this author is usually a winner for me and her latest release didn't disappoint)
🏛 The Atlas Six by Olivie Blake (I was unsure for the first 3rd of the book but it wound up being a 5-star read by the end!)
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Which fictional books would you recommend reading Which fictional books would you recommend reading for AAPI Heritage Month? 📚
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It has literally *always* been of utmost importance to me to read books written by - and about - people that aren't just like me (a cis, white, American woman) 📖 It's so important to continue expanding my little world! 🌎
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Here are some of the fictional books I would recommend in a heartbeat to read this month:
📞 Dial A for Aunties (series) by Jesse Q Sutanto
🐉 Six Crimson Cranes (duology) by Elizabeth Lim
🤍 The Kiss Quotient (series) by Helen Hoang
🗼 Tokyo Ever After (series) by Emiko Jean
🦊 Wicked Fox (duology) by Kat Cho
👑 Three Dark Crowns (series) by Kendare Blake
🔥 The Rise of Kyoshi (duology) by F.C. Yee
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Have you read any of these phenomenal books? ☕️
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What was the last book you purchased for yourself What was the last book you purchased for yourself or got from the library? 📖
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As you all know very well, I'm not the type of person to purchase books unless I've read them first (my exception being sequels to books I own or authors who never let me down) 🙈 That being said, I'm pretty picky about which books I DO spend my money on 💳
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I recently did a bit of a haul on #IndependentBookstoreDay to get my hands on some of my favorite books from the past year and I can't wait to have them in my hands soon! 🙌🏼 Below is the list of titles I ordered from my favorite indie shops:
🏛 The Atlas Six
👻 Gallant
✨ The Kindred
📱 The Boyfriend Project
💛 Life's Too Short
🎈 All Fired Up (pre-order, since I loved the arc)
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What was the last underrated book you read that yo What was the last underrated book you read that you want everyone else to read? 🗣
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Okay, SO, this book isn't actually out in the world yet 🙈 BUT since I haven't seen too much about it on bookstagram, I figured it's my job to help screech about how fantastic it is! 📢
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While the gorgeous cover was certainly what drew me in (this has now landed in my top 3 fave covers of all time 😍), the story was absolutely BRILLIANT and I think everyone needs to add it to their July TBR! 📚 You're definitely going to want to get your hands on this masterpiece 🤍
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Swipe 👉🏼 to see my full review of The Wonderland Trials 🃏 and tell me which upcoming FANTASY release you're excited to read this summer ☀️
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What are your favorite fictional books with mental What are your favorite fictional books with mental health rep? 📚
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Did you know that May is Mental Health Month? 💚 As someone who has battled with anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder for a great deal of my life, well written mental health rep in books is so important to me! 📖 It's always so encouraging to pick up a novel and feel truly seen while turning the pages 👀
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A few books that have really stood out to me because of their mental health rep are:
• The Midnight Library by Matt Haig (this book quite literally changed my life and it's still one that I turn to whenever I'm struggling)
• The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by VE Schwab
• A Song of Wraiths and Ruin by Roseanne A Brown
• The Bookish Life of Nina Hill by Abbi Waxman (this is another comfort book for me because I've never found another character quite as much like me as Nina)
• Amelia Unabridged by Ashley Schumacher
• Take a Hint, Dani Brown by Talia Hibbert
• The Sound of Stars by Alechia Dow
• This Might Get Awkward by Kara McDowell (this author knows how to write about anxiety in a way that's more relatable than I've seen in nearly any other book)
• It's Kind of a Funny Story by Ned Vizzini (this book got me through high school - in more ways than one)
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