The Farmhouse Café in Sylva, North Carolina The last few weeks have been oh so good. Our family packed up and headed to the Great Smoky Mountains and we’ve been hiking, laughing and reading together against the beautiful outdoorsy backdrop. I wanted to write a quick note and share what we’ve been reading and loving! … Continue reading Mountain Getaway: Reading Updates!
Tag: Books
Mountain Vacation Reading
The mountains are calling, and I must go. But… not without my books! We’re off on a mountain vacation to disconnect and relax! When packing for this trip, I realized that I may require an extra bag just for the books I wanted to bring. After sifting through my TBR cart and selecting some highly … Continue reading Mountain Vacation Reading
“Daughter of Sparta” Book Review
Book: “Daughter of Sparta” by Claire M. Andrews Genre: Fantasy/Greek Mythology Rating: 5/5 Stars Blogger’s Note: Thank you to the publisher for the gifted copy of this book! This book completely captivated me from beginning to end and I loved every second of it. The story follows the tale of Daphne, an outsider of Sparta … Continue reading “Daughter of Sparta” Book Review
“The Siren” Book Review
Book: “The Siren” by Katherine St. John Genre: Fiction/Suspense Rating: 5/5 Stars Blogger’s Note: Thank you to Grand Central Publishing for the gifted copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. Content Warning: Drugs, Sexual Assault, Violence “The Siren” by Katherine St. John is a story that takes place on a Caribbean Island … Continue reading “The Siren” Book Review
Leaning into Non Fiction Reads
Lately I find myself leaning into more non fiction reads and I have been loving it. As a fantasy lover, lengthy fiction novels is a usual reading staple for me. Recently though something has changed. I find myself reaching more for books that offer informative discussions and statistical based presentations on interesting topics. I have … Continue reading Leaning into Non Fiction Reads
“A Sky Beyond The Storm” Audiobook Review
Book: "A Sky Beyond The Storm" Sabaa Tahir Genre: YA Fantasy Format: Audiobook Rating: 5/5 Stars Blogger's Note: Thank you to Penguin Random House Audio for the free copy of the audiobook in exchange for an honest review! "A Sky Beyond The Storm" is the fourth and final installment of the Ember in the Ashes … Continue reading “A Sky Beyond The Storm” Audiobook Review
“Finding Freedom: A Cook’s Story Remaking A Life From Scratch” Book Review
Book: "Finding Freedom: A Cook's Story Remaking A Life From Scratch" by Erin French Genre: Memoir Rating: 5/5 Stars Blogger's Note: Thank you to Celadon Books for the gifted copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. #Partner You know how people say, "Don't go to the grocery store hungry." Well, the same … Continue reading “Finding Freedom: A Cook’s Story Remaking A Life From Scratch” Book Review
“Of Women and Salt” Book Review
Book: "Of Women and Salt" by Gabriela Garcia Genre: Historical Fiction/Fiction Rating: 5/5 Stars Blogger's Note: Thank you to Flatiron Books for the gifted copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. Author Gabriela Garcia has brought the Cuban legacy in Miami to readers in the form of her debut novel, "Of Women … Continue reading “Of Women and Salt” Book Review
“Before the Ruins” Book Review
Book: "Before the Ruins" by Victoria Gosling Genre: Thriller Rating: 4-/5 Stars Blogger's Note: Thank you to the publisher for the gifted copy in exchange for an honest review! Book Synopsis: (From Amazon) "It's the summer of 1996 and school's out forever for Andy, her boyfriend Marcus, her best friend Peter, and Em. When Andy's … Continue reading “Before the Ruins” Book Review
“Yoga Bones” Book Review
Book: "Yoga Bones: A Comprehensive Guide to Managing Pain and Orthopedic Injuries Through Yoga" by Laura Staton Genre: Health/Fitness, Self-Help Rating: 5/5 Stars Blogger's Note: Thank you to the publisher Hachette Books for sending me this book in exchange for an honest review! "Yoga Bones" takes a clear and straightforward approach to life's most stressful … Continue reading “Yoga Bones” Book Review
