Last week, I celebrated the close of my first year back teaching (after a year off for grad school). I’ve been enjoying the time off at home reading and writing and playing with the puppy and, of course, hanging out with family. In May, I finished reading 9 books. I’ve met 92 out of 150 for my Goodreads challenge, which I’ve already bumped up 50 books from my initial goal of 100. I might need to consider bumping it up again at this rate! I’ve been back about tracking my other reading challenges, but I’ll make a compilation post this month. For more about my month in May, check out my Month in Review post, link below.
Last Week On The Blog
Next Week On The Blog
- Does Book Format Influence Your Rating?
- 10 of My Favorite Fantasy Books
- A review post TBD (likely over The Wicked King by Holly Black or the Farseer trilogy by Robin Hobb)
New Arrivals (since my last update)
- A Hero Born by Jin Yong
- Hexarchate Stories by Yoon Ha Lee
- Walking to Aldebaran by Adrian Tchaikovsky
- Sapphire Flames by Ilona Andrews
- A Constellation of Roses by Miranda Asebedo
- The Merciful Crow by Margaret Owen
- Shadow Frost by Coco Ma
- Spin the Dawn by Elizabeth Lim
Stronger than a Bronze Dragon by Mary Fan
Thanks to the publishers for providing copies of these books for review.
Around the Blogosphere
- Charles J. Li reviews Mindset by Carol S. Dweck
- Ethan at A Book a Read reflects on rereading Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone as an adult
- Lauren at Shooting Stars Mag prepares to celebrate her 12th blogoversary
- Kimberly at Caffeinated Reviewer shares her summer TBR of new releases
Chat With Me
What’s new with you in books and goals?
This post is linked to the Sunday Post at Caffeinated Reviewer.
Anne - Books of My Heart says
Sapphire Flames is amazing as are most Ilona Andrews’ books. Enjoy your summer and Happy reading!
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Crystal says
That’s great to hear, Anne. Thanks! I hope you enjoy your summer as well!
Kristen @ Metaphors and Moonlight says
Congrats on a year back at teaching! And you’re kicking butt at your GR goal! Some of your new books look great π
Crystal says
Thanks, Kristen!
Sophia Rose says
I always relished those summer time off to recharge when I was teaching. You had a busy year so it’s good you have some down time. Yay for getting through so many books and upping your challenge numbers.
Crystal says
It’s wonderful to be on break. Thanks, Sophia! π
Kimberly @ Caffeinated Reviewer says
You are rocking the yearly reading challenge! With all those gorgeous covers in your tbr pile I am not surprised! Keep it up!
Crystal says
Thanks, Kimberly!
ShootingStarsMag says
Thank you so much for sharing my post! I’m curious about The Merciful Crow, so I hope it’s a good one. π
-lauren
Crystal says
You’re welcome, Lauren! The Merciful Crow looks interesting. I look forward to starting it π
Shelleyrae @ Bookβd Out says
Summer break should give you more time to read, and play with your puppy. Enjoy!
Have a great reading week
Crystal says
Thanks, Shelleyrae! I hope you have a wonderful reading week as well!
Laura Thomas says
So many lovely books and I spy some new authors for me to check out. You’re doing so great with your reading. Enjoy your time off from school:)
Crystal says
Thanks, Laura. I hope you find some new book loves from this list!
Genesis @ Whispering Chapters says
Woo! I got to 10 books so we’re basically twinning! And those books look really cool! I hope you enjoy them π
Genesis @ Whispering Chapters
Crystal says
That’s cool to hear π Thanks, Genesis. I look forward to reading them!
Melliane says
Many wonderful covers! I loved the Andrews one! Happy reading!
Crystal says
Thanks, Melliane!
Michelle @Because Reading says
92 books is great! The Merciful Crow is one of my most anticipated books this year but I am waiting for the release to grab it since I feel like I need it in physical form. You got lots of great books! I hope you love them all!
Have a wonderful week, Crystal! Happy Reading!
Crystal says
Thanks, Michelle. I completely understand. I enjoy reading hardcopy books more than e-books π
I hope you have a wonderful week as well!
Charles Li says
Thanks for sharing Crystal! π And 9 books in a month, that’s very impressive! I need to gradually increase my reading speed XD
Crystal says
You’re welcome. Thanks, Charles! Best of wishes with your reading journey π