When the whole world goes blind, what becomes of society? Jose Saramago toys with this question, exploring human nature and the world we see- or in their case, no longer can see. Intriguing read and one that definitely gave me some things to think about.

I have finally read "Little Women" and much enjoyed this sweet and easy read. I understand why this book has stood the test of time and I have enjoyed following the four sisters and the life they came.

My package is ready for shipping! #AllHallowsReadSwap

Not that you can tell in the picture, but Laurie Halse Anderson and Jason Reynolds are in the sea of chairs speaking tonight. I cannot wait to say hi and get my booked signed!

Library sales are great! #BookHaul

What an ending to an incredible series. Rin Chupeco does such a great job weaving her story together and I am so glad to have followed Tea's journey!

Creswell and Wadsworth are... not at it again. I was disappointed with this read because what I have come to love was not present in this book- a lovely team working together to solve crimes. Though I get what the author was doing, I felt the love triangle was unnecessary and that the case was a background piece. With that said, I am looking forward to the next book, hoping it gets back to what I loved so much about the story.

"The Other Wes Moore" is about 2 men who grew up in the same neighborhood, with the same name, even though the 2 boys never met. The book follows how both of their lives took 2 very different paths and how the author could have ended up in the same place. Engaging read and one I highly reccommend!

The final Young Elites book is just so-so for me. I didn't hate it, but didn't love it either. I lost interest at times, but there were moments that held my interest. I thought the story wrapped up nicely the way she went with it, but I am glad to be done the series to move onto something else.

Young Elites book 2 was decent. I preferred the first one over the second (and that is probably because I am not the biggest fan of our antihero protagonist), but the storyline was decent and solid character development happened.

I have been seeing this novel for a while now on Litsy and I am glad I read it. The mystery kept me guessing most of the novel and I did feel some surprise. I don't know if I am as in love with this as others, but I did enjoy it

Another great read on this series. I absolutely adore the main characters and the mysteries that Maniscalco puts together. I am excitedly waiting for the new book from the library!

Trying to combat my first semester of grad school with a balance of fun. How? Take my reading to the movies and read through the previews of course- haha!

I enjoyed this one a lot- and that ending! I just wish I knew someone at home that I could talk to about everything that happened (happily though, the internet exists). Luckily, the next book was available in the library so I didn't have to wait for "The Rose Society"! Bookworm's dream!!!

Why have I put off this book for so long! Seriously, this book was an entertaining read and I am so excited for the next one! Goodbye reading slump!

I enjoyed this book a lot. The language was a little more crude then what I might say, but I feel like her points were either in line with mine or brought a new idea to the table.

#womenreading - I will be mailing this out tomorrow @Julie548 - @Melismatic @TheReadingMermaid - P.S. - Sorry for the delay. Back to school craziness.

What a great end of summer read before school picks back up next week. Such a cute YA romance, with an easy to follow storyline and many "smile while reading" moments. Definitely recommend this one (especially if you listen to audiobooks- the readers are great)!

Very informative read! These women were subjected to large amounts of radium- so much so they literally glowed- and many doctors and company executives claimed it wasn't the radium. How hard it was for the girls to win at court was amazing. A great story to remember the women who lost their lives and what their deaths did for industrial laborer protections.

This book was just okay for me. I really liked the beginning, but after a while, the writing started to grate me a little bit. Not enough to not finish, but I found the last pages I skimmed more than actually read.

This book was by far my favorite of the four novels. I loved the way the story grew to the conclusion and I was happy with the ending. As a whole, I very much enjoyed this series.

The third installment was not my favorite. The storyline moved along, but it got a bit dull at times. I enjoy the relationships that continue to grow between all the characters and I am excited to see what happens in the fourth book.

I do want to give a shout out to the cover though. This one is my favorite!

I am looking for recommendations for LGBTQA books that I could add to a high school classroom library. Thanks!

Today I visited Hydrain's Library in Athens, Greece. How could I not take my book out and get a nice picture with the library?

I always enjoy Nielsen's books and the second book in the Traitor's Game series is no different. Numerous plots that twist together with an engaging storyline and relatable characters is always us! The ending is certainly leaving me craving for the third book!

The third book in this trilogy was fantastic. If you are someone who likes mythology, I highly suggest Arden's Winternight trilogy. I knew little about Russian tales, but the three books have sparked a new desire to learn! This up and coming author is one I am certainly going to be keeping an eye on!

I enjoyed the second installment of The Raven Boys more than the first. The story began to expand into new territory and moved at a faster pace. I also liked the development of "magic" even if some of it felt like it came out of no where at first. Overall, a solid read.

I cannot thank my friends enough for today. We spent 6 hours holed up in a room organizing and labeling my classroom library. I am so excited to bring these books to my students and so thankful my friends helped me with this tedious task!

Another successful week for #bookfitnesschalenge #bfrc2 . I hit at least 100,000 steps during the week, did yoga 3 times, and finished 2 books instead of just 1! Here is to week 3!

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Not my favorite book out there, but a decent read nonetheless. This story follows a group of prep school boys and a local daughter of a psychic as they try to find lay lines. Trouble arises, especially when Blue, the psychic's daughter, who knows what her fate is suppose to be with these boys.

What a cute story about being true to yourself. Thank you Litsy for this recommendation- now I have another good story under my belt!

Finished this one off at the beach today #womenreading . Not really my type of nonfiction, but I read the whole thing and learned some stuff. @Julie548, I will be sending this your way on Monday when I return home.

@Melismatic @TheReadingMermaid

I enjoyed the second book a lot more than the first. The idea of otherness was still prominent and I enjoyed the storyline that developed because of the events of the first book.

#bfcr2 - Finished my one book for the week while already having completed Body Combat from Les Mills, walked 5 miles, and about to do some yoga. A day of accomplishments!

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For #BFC this round, my goal is to get back into a healthier eating style and to focus on my mental health by practicing more yoga and meditation (let's go with at least 3 days a week). Then for a little cardio, I want at least 100,000 steps per week. For reading, I would like to do at least 1 book a week.

Here is to exercise and books- my favorite things!

@crazyspine @wanderinglynn

This book started off as one to fill some time waiting for another book in the library, I was drawn into Henrietta's story and the debate of cell ownership. I never knew the importance of HeLa cells or what they were. Thank you Rebeccca Skloot for telling her story.

Such a cute story about our ideas of love and meeting the right person at the wrong time. Nothing overly profound, but it was an easy read that just made me smile.

So this book started off slow for me, but by the end, I actually really enjoyed this one. The standoff between humans and gods while both feeling the effects of otherness became an interesting concept for me. Already have a hold on the next book.

Okay C.J. Redwine- I see you! If you are into YA fantasy, Redwine's retellings are great and I cannot wait to read the next one! This novel is a Snow White and the Huntsmen retelling and our "Snow White" is a fierce warrior who will do anything to save her Kingdom.

I told my students I wanted to build my classroom library and asked for donations. This is what I've collected over the past week! I am so excited!!!!

I had enjoyed the story of "The Glittering Court" and was excited for this read. Mira seemed like the most interesting character and I knew that her story would be great. And it was- eventually. The story takes place during the same events of "The Glittering Court" and some of the beginning dragged when I already knew what happened. However, since we hit the girls get on the boat, the two characters are separated and Mira finally gets her story.

Sending out my #mysterymessageswap today! @TheReadingMermaid - this was such a fun idea!

Words cannot even begin to describe how touched I am by this novel. A story weaved from true events about a children's home who stole poor children and adopted them to rich families, Wingate creates a story that both made me tear up and feel a strong sense of family and belonging. Absolutely fantastic read!

This book fell on my radar because it is so popular with my students- winning the March madness book tournament easily. I am glad I picked this up. Not only is it informative culturally, but it also covers a number of topics that young adults have to deal with. The female lead is strong, but struggling and I think it is important for teens to see that.

This was a book I randomly picked up while waiting for a library hold to come my way. I cannot say I was disappointed with this Rumplestiltskin retelling. The main characters are real and down to earth and the Rumplestiltskin character is quite crafty. Intrigue, death, and a captivating plot, I recommend this YA novel for fantasy enthusiasts.

While I am at my boyfriend's bowling tournament, I am working on my end of year escape room to review for finals with all the reading we have done the second half of the year.

I kept putting off "An American Marriage", but I am glad I finally got to it. A socio-political novel about the impacts of incarceration on one's relationships in life, "An American Marriage" brings up questions about love and loyalty and how we change overtime.

After reading book 1, I was thrilled to see there was a second book that followed. While Monty had to come to terms with his love life, Felicity has to learn how to be the women she wants while not deeming other women or be defined by men's standards. The feminist in me was happy to read Felicity's story that begins about a year after book 1. With new characters and adventures, I was thoroughly happy with Lee's second novel.

1. Yes. Please no Middle Earth type fantasy or superhero.
2. J.K. Rowling - I attribute my childhood and live of reading to her.
3. Doesn't matter.
4. Harry Potter, Poison Study, A Court of Thorns and Roses, Parks and Rec, Sabrina (the Netflix version), Jurrasic Park, Dr. Who, Stranger Things, D&D, Disney,
5. No
6. Savory
7. Don't mind them
8. Yes
9. Yeah, but I don't use them much.
10. Elephants.
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I just couldn't get into it. "Crazy Rich Asians" was a bit slow at times, but this was just not doing it for me. Too much focus on the riches and not enough storyline.

Though I found the pace a bit slow at times, I absolutely adored this novel. It helped me make connections in mythology that I hadn't before and I loved hearing the mythology from Circe's perspective. Well researched and thought out, I would recommend this to anyone who loves Greek mythology that centers around Circe's role in it.

It looks like this is not a Litsy favorite, but for a random read while I was killing time, I actually really enjoyed this. A countess wanting to make a new life for herself ends up moving to a colony where she finally takes a hold of her own life- even if it wasn't what she thought she wanted. Historical, adventure, romance- nice relaxing, don't have to think too hard read.