Title: Sidney Chambers and the Shadow of Death Author: James Runcie Genre: Mystery Thoughts: I was introduced to the Grantchester BBC television show by Kristy Cambron and then I found out it was based on a book. Game over. You get six Sidney Chamber mysteries in the first installation of Grantchester Mysteries. The first story (which currently is all the… Read More

Quick Lit is a monthly linkup hosted by the wonderful Anne from Modern Mrs. Darcy. I had quite the list this month! Scarlet | Marissa Meyer: oh so good. Loved book two can’t wait to dive into book three. Samantha’s Surprise: Elsie and I have been making our way through the Samantha books. We’ve been enjoying them! Crown of Midnight… Read More

Title: Crown of Midnight Author: Sarah J. Maas Genre: YA/fantasy Thoughts: What can I say about this book that I haven’t already tweeted, pinned, or instagramed about the first one? Sarah J. Maas continues to impress throughout book two of her Throne of Glass series. I love the twists and turns as you’re pulled deeper and deeper into the story. I’m… Read More

Last year I “discovered” Lindsay Cummings. Instantly she became one of my favorites (up there with Lauren Oliver . . . you know I love her). After devouring book ones last year, I’ve been eagerly awaiting the second books. This is a cover reveal of sorts for book two in Lindsay’s Balance Keepers series. Fans of Harry Potter and Pearcy… Read More

Tuesday Talks is a GoodReads group where a bunch of book nerds discuss bookish topics each week. This week’s Tuesday Talk is: Should an author provide a book for review. When this question popped up, my first answer was no. There should be no expectation of an author providing you with a book so you can read and review, but the… Read More