It was a slow reading week for me. The pollen in our area is on overdrive, so my eyes have been an itchy, watery mess all week!
Birnam Wood by Eleanor Catton (DNF): I don’t know if it was the timing, or mood, but I just couldn’t get invested in this one. I got about halfway through the book before calling it quits.
Spoiler Alert by Olivia Dade (READ IT, LOVED IT): Marcus Caster-Rupp, the star of the biggest show on television has a secret; he gets out his frustration with the show and script by writing anonymous fanfiction involving the show’s most popular couple. If the word got out, it could end his career. April Whittier is a hardcore fan of the show. She, too, keeps her fanfiction hidden from her “real life.” When she decides to post a picture of her wearing her latest costume on social media, she’s attacked due to her plus-size figure. Marcus comes to her defense. Despite the feeding frenzy it causes with internet critics, Marcus invites April to dinner. He quickly learns he wants more than just a publicity stunt, but when April reveals she’s actually her best fandom friend, Marcus must decide if he’s ready to drop the façade and allow this love made in fanfiction come to life.
So, so good! I don’t think there was a thing I didn’t like about this book. Realistic characters, a truly engaging plot line and oh…the sexy times. I can’t believe I hadn’t read this author yet! I’ve already requested the next two books from my library; I can’t wait!
Paradise 1 by David Wellington (READ IT, LOVED IT) Paradise-1 was Earth’s first deep space colony. After receiving no communication from the colony in months, the Artemis, led by Inspector Alexandra Petrova, is sent to investigate. Before they are awakened from the sleep chambers that kept them in stasis for the long journey, they are attacked. What they discover when they awaken is beyond horrifying. Still, they must finish their investigation, no matter the costs.
Yep, I’m being intentionally vague with the synopsis. There is SO much packed into this book that I don’t want to spoil. A must-read for fans of sci-fi & horror. I can already see this being turned into a movie; I’d be the first in line to watch it!
Coming up on my shelves next week:
- A Woman of No Importance by Sonia Purnell (recommended by one of my book club members!)
- The House is on Fire by Rachel Beanland
- The Perishing by Natashia Deón (my book club pick for April)
