I didn't like this as much as Happy Place, but that's a pretty high bar, so this is still pretty far up the list of books I've enjoyed in my life. I'm not a critical, so I'm not going to list why I did or didn't like elements of this over other books. It's quite literally a good "Beach Read" if that's what you're looking for, exactly as advertised. #43-2024

Rearranging my work office, I have acquired a new cabinet/shelf instead of one of those huge black filing cabinets. So I'm spending today curating a mini library to take to work. This brought me to several books that I bought with the intention of self-improvement but never actually read. This is one of those. Not bad, quick read, and has a few nice, quick tips to take to heart to elevate my career. #42-2024

I got surprisingly attached to these characters very quickly. I picked this up knowing how much I enjoyed Book Lovers, and then this smacked me in the face with how much better it actually was. I'm off to find Beach Read to see if it holds up. #41-202=

I don't read poetry often. But something about this called to me and so I picked it up. It's emotionally harder to read than I expected. But good. #40-2024

Just a little fun, back in my childhood. Quick read but still enjoyable. #39-2024

A Song Among the Silence isn't in the Litsy database but should be. It's the first book in the Rhythmist Cycle by Julie Janis, and while it's not my favourite book ever, I am intrigued enough by the story to want to read the rest of the series. #38-2024

I'm proclaiming this my favourite book of 2024 - Exactly 6 months into the year. Kelley Armstrong has been my favourite author for any number of years because of the way she writes full and beleivable characters, even in unbelievable situations. This one is a rom-com, which is new for her, but it definitely did not disappoint. The characters are still great, and the situation was almost entirely realistic to me. Drfinitely recommend. #37-2024

This may be my absolute favourite of Armstrong's standalone novels. Fantastic. I should have been asleep hours ago, but I just had to finish it. #36-2024

It's not the greatest series/trilogy that I've ever read, but itbworked for pulling me out of a bit of a reading slump. Interesting enough, but not overly complicated. #35-2024

Second of the trilogy and I'm not disappointed yet. There are things I wish I could "fix" in the story, somw things that just happen too quickly with no explanation or build up, but part of the reason I'm enjoying the series is that it's not really deep, so I can't really ask for more details. I'm happily on to the third book now. #34-2024

I didn't have a ton of expectations for this series. It just seemed interesting, and the covers are pretty. But damn, the story is actually good, too! I'm excited about book 2. #33-2024

The last of the Mobile Library Mystery series. I'm glad it's done because I was finding Israel more and more tiresome. But I also found the stories themselves intriguing, meaning I wish there were more. I may have to look at other Ian Sansom novels. #32-2024

I love this series and I hope I'm not misguided thinking it might be more than a trilogy. We do have some resolution to the larger story arc but it still works, and I'd love to see some more mysteries solved by this crime solving team. #31-2024

Chapter a day re-read is well into the second half of the series. I keep hoping there will be an announcement of the next book that coincides with me finishing, but I know that's not realistic. #30-2024

Third in the Mobile Library Mystery series. This one was a bit slower than the last two, I thought, but I'm glad of the way it ended. I've been waiting for a particular thing, and it finally happened. Let's see how Israel goes forward from here. #29-2024

Book 2 in The Mobile Library mysteries. I'm struggling a bit because, while the stories are entertaining, they're not written in a way that you can "solve" the mystery along with the characters. Information is withheld to make a bigger reveal when they figure it out. Israel is not adapting to his new environment at all. We should be seeing his grow as a person along the way. Can someone please tell me what SPK means in this context? #28-2024

I wasn't sure how I felt about this book until I got to the end. It wasn't difficult to read, but it wasn't easy either. But it was a good story. And while the end kind of jumped suddenly, it also made complete sense. #27-2024

Just a cute little fluff piece to fill in a few minutes of a lazy Saturday. There are some cute tidbits from filming of these romantic moments that I didn't know before, so not a total waste. #26-2024

Finishing up my own Munsch-a-thon with a Robert Munsch Collection including: Ready, Set, Go, So Much Snow!, The Enormous Suitcase, Bear for Breakfast, Moving Day! and Get Me Another One. #25-2024

This one had a great message in the middle. Julie didn't need the makeup at all. #23-2024

I'm a very smart egg!" And I continue to read Robert Munsch for the entertainment value. #22-2024

Fourth in the new bunch. ... and the principal is still sleeping. Classic. #21-2024

Third in the newest bunch of Munsch. It's still not as intricate, but I'm not complaining. #20-2024

Second in the new bunch of Munsch. Definitely not as intricate a story as his early stories, but it's still super cute. #19-2024.

I love Robert Munsch. We found a bunch at Walmart the other day, and I'm loving reading my way through this little stack of treasure. #18-2024

I loved this little book. I picked it up on a whim but it might be one of my favorites for this year. #17-2024

I wish I'd made time for this book sooner. It's been sitting on my shelf since its release. I even pre-ordered it! I am glad to have read it now, though. I liked the way Sam took us through his life, so far, in relation to his journey on the West Highland Way. It was a fun perspective, while also being poignant. #16-2024.

I picked this up solely based on a random TikTok review, and I am far from disappointed. It's not a style I'd usually read, and the story is less than action-packed, but it's sweet and thoughtful and was just a great, reflective book. Highly recommend. #15-2024

Silence settled comfortably between them. Yeongju enjoyed these quiet moments.

Doing a re-read of the original Dollanganger series, and following up with the newer volumes over time. There's a lot that I don't remember from my first readings. And a lot that is unforgettable. It's a crazy series. #13 & #14-2024

I struggled a little at the beginning of this, getting into this new world and knowing the references as I went along. But it's a cute story underneath, so I ended up having enjoyed the journey. There's a second book coming - we'll see if I remember to look for it. #12-2024

Kelley Armstrong never disappoints. This is the second book in the Haven's Rock series, and it's still on par with the Rockwoods, which it's based on. Crossing fingers for many more to come. #11-2024

And the last of the Bridgerton related books is done. At least the ones currently contributed to by Julia Quinn. I liked this one the best of the not-main-Bridgerton books, I think. The way the story goes through all 4 novellas is engaging. #10-2024

Book 4 in the Outlander Chapter-a-day reread. Still love this series, and finding details I missed the first (or second, or third...) time through. #00-2024

I wasn't ever super thrilled by the Lady Whistledown portions of the Bridgerton books, but these little novellas are just long enough to keep the attention and give a refreshed taste of the Bridgerton world. #08-2024

I'm sure I read all the Henry Huggins books when i was young, but I didn't remember this one at all. Poor Ribsy, lost on an adventure in the wild world. #07-2024

The memories of grade school libraries that come back as I read the Beverly Cleary novels are possibly my favourite childhood memories. I'd forgotten how much influence these books had in my life. #06-2024

Meh, this wasn't as good as I maybe expected. Probably my own fault for high expectations. Some interesting tidbits, but the writing was awkward, and a little preachy. #05-2024

Low expectations going into this, and be assured that my rating doesn't mean there aren't some complaints, but overall, this was a really cute book with a good story concept. There are some holes, in character and plot, but nothing that absolutely killed the book. #04-2024

Back to the trip down nostalgia lane this year, finishing up the Beverly Cleary collection. #03-2024

I'd heard not to have high hopes for this fourth, and last, of the Smythe-Smith tales. But I wasn't disappointed. I yelled at the characters, especially Sir Richard Kenworthy, a lot but it was a decent book. #2-2024

Loved this third installment of the Smythe-Smith novels in the Bridgerton world. Something about Sarah and Hugh just drew me in. #01-2024

Final book of the year was a cute, quick read about cats and drama and Christmas. Seasonal and adorable. #62-2023

This is a wonderful first novel by a local-to-me author and I'd highly recommend for anyone who likes a little mystery with their Christmas. #61-2023

So glad I picked this as my first seasonal themed book this year. Such a cute read. Highly recommended. #60-2023

My parents were fans of Elvis my entire life. I mean, my name is Lisa Marie, though I've been told that's not why.
I saw the film Priscilla a couple of weeks ago and then realized that I'd had this book hanging around for a while. The movie is a very close adaptation of the sentiments in this book. Very interesting to hear (and see) Priscilla's version of their life together. #59-2023

Smythe-smith #2. Still cute. And not a Bridgerton in site. #58-2023

Chapter by chapter reread continues as Book 3 - Voyager is completed I move on to book 4, The Drums of Autumn #57-2023

Obviously, I bought this based on the title. While it's kind of self-indulgent of the author, there are some valid, realistic life experiences that she's shared that can be valid, realistic ways to improve your own life. I'm not a twenty-something, so I'm not in the target market, but that doesn't mean I can't take something useful from her words. Buy yourself the f*cking lilies. #56-2023

I'd forgotten how cute these stories can be. It's such a formula, but sometimes that's exactly what I'm looking for. On to book 2 of the Smythe-Smiths. #55-2023