Hi everyone! It’s officially time for another book haul post, which are always so much fun to write! I actually made a lot of new additions to my shelves during May, some of you may remember that my birthday was at the very end of the month and I was lucky enough to receive some books for that, as well as going into Torquay with my family (where, naturally, I ended up picking up a new book). I also went into Cardiff with my boyfriend the day before and we couldn’t resist paying Waterstones a visit! I hope you find your next great read here.
I Kissed Shara Wheeler by Casey McQuiston
Initial Thoughts: I’ve honestly heard so many amazing things about Casey McQuiston but somehow I still haven’t read any of her books, which is crazy to me! When I found out I Kissed Shara Wheeler was releasing in May I knew I had to get my hands on it so I was really grateful when I received it for my birthday. It’s currently at the top of my tbr and I can’t wait to get into this contemporary featuring academic rivals to lovers and great friendships!
Confessions Of An Alleged Good Girl by Joya Goffney
Initial Thoughts: After reading Excuse Me While I Ugly Cry last year and loving it Joya Goffney became an auto-read author for me! This honestly sounds like such a great summer read, I always find myself reading for so many contemporaries during this time of year and this sounds like a really cute and unique one. I also love that this tackles the taboo surrounding sex, which I think needs to be explored in more books!
White Smoke by Tiffany D. Jackson
Initial Thoughts: This book has been on my TBR for what feels like forever, so I’m so thankful I received a copy for my birthday! Ever since I saw White Smoke was releasing wayyy back in September I knew I had to read it and I’m so glad I have the chance now. I don’t read much horror but this has already completely pulled me in and I’m really excited to read something a little different to my typical reads!
The Agathas by Kathleen Glasgow and Liz Lawson
Initial Thoughts: This was my birthday present from myself, haha! I swore off impulse buying a while back but when I stumbled across this I just couldn’t resist. If you’re a regular reader you’ll know I can never say no to a good mystery and this has all the beginnings of a great one! I love that Agatha Christie is a big part of this too, which seems all the more fitting considering I bought it in Torquay, her birthplace.
Twin Crowns by Catherine Doyle and Katherine Webber
Initial Thoughts: This is another one that released in May! I’ve been reading a lot more fantasy than usual this year and I’ve seen some really great reviews of this so I knew I had to get it. I know the concept of twins being separated at birth has been done a few times but I don’t think I’ve seen one that one has pulled me in as much of this – I can’t wait to see who comes out on top!
Malibu Rising by Taylor Jenkins Reid
Initial Thoughts: I have honestly heard so many amazing things about Taylor Jenkins Reid and I knew it was time to see what all the hype was about! I’m super excited to get into this, it has major summer vibes which I’m definitely here for and I love that it’s a mystery too – which means I can switch up my summer reading list a little!
Into The Crooked Place by Alexandra Christo
Initial Thoughts: After reading To Kill A Kingdom earlier this year and loving it I needed more Alexandra Christo! The set up of this actually reminds me a lot of Six Of Crows (which admittedly I haven’t read yet) and I love the idea of the four outsiders coming together to save the world.
And that’s it for today! As you can see I ended up with quite a variety, I’m so happy with all of these and I can’t wait to get into all of these now that my exams are finally over. I’m so excited for a school (and hopefully stress) free summer!
Have you read any of these? What new books have you been buying recently? Let me know in the comments!
I hope you enjoyed this haul!
Ceri
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This is a great book haul. Twin Crowns was quite the read. Thank you for sharing, and check out some of most recent posts!
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Thank you! I’m glad you enjoyed Twin Crowns. Thank you so much for reading and commenting, I’ll be sure to check out your latest soon too!
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You’re welcome, and that sounds good!
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Happy belated birthday! I want to read The Agathas because I am an Agatha Christie fan.
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Thank you so much! Ooh I really hope you enjoy it, thank you so much for reading and commenting.
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I loved Malibu Rising and hope that you do too! The others looks interesting too! Thanks for sharing about them.
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I’m so glad to hear that, it’s made me that much more excited for it! Thank you so much for reading and commenting.
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Amazing titles, Ceri! I love them all and they all look very interesting! 😍 I really want to buy Malibu Rising and Twin Crowns! Happy belated birthday by the way! I bet Cardiff was lovely too! Enjoy your summer holiday 💕Thank you so much for sharing x Penny | http://www.whatdidshetype.com
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Thank you! So do I, I really can’t wait to get into all of them. I really hope you enjoy them both if you do end up buying them – and thank you, Cardiff was amazing! I’m so glad it’s summer now too ❤ Thank you so much for reading and commenting Penny x
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Nice haul! There’s definitely quite a few there that I want to add to my to-read pile!
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Thank you! I’m so glad to hear that, I hope you enjoy them! Thank you so much for reading and commenting.
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love TJR as a writer. still need to read Malibu Rising, but plan to pick that one up soon. I’ve also been reading more fantasy and Twin Crowns seems entertaining. great haul!
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I’m so glad to hear that, I’ve heard really great things about her – I really hope you enjoy it when you do! Agreed, I can’t wait to get into Twin Crowns. Thank you so much for reading and commenting!
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Twin Crowns sounds super interesting, I’d pick it! I look forward to reading your review of it! 😉
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Ooh I’m so glad to hear that! I hope you enjoy it when it comes out haha, thank you so much for reading and commenting 🙂
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AHHH ALL OF THESE BOOKS SOUND AMAZING AND BOOK HAULS ARE THE BEST THINGS EVER!!!! I’ve only read shara wheeler from casey mcquiston BUT ABSOLUTELY FELL IN LOVE WITH IT 😭😭 THE WRITING IS JUST PHENOMENAL AND THE CHARACTERS OWN MY SOUL 😫 so I’m obviously REALLY REALLY HOPING THAT YOU SHALL LOVE IT TOO AND AM LOOKING FORWARD TO ALL THE FANGIRLING AND YOUR THOUGHTS!!!!!
So many of the other books are on my tbr though AND THANK YOU FOR REMINDING ME HOW DESPERATELY I NEED TO GET TO THEM 😭 Fingers crossed we both end up enjoying them AND I LOVE THE POST
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Yes they definitely do, I can’t wait to read them all – and I love book haul posts too, they’re always so much fun to read (and write)! Ooh I’m so glad to hear you enjoyed it so much, I’m planning on starting it today and I can’t wait to get into it – I hope I love it as much as you!
Haha we must have very similar taste! I really hope you enjoy them when you get to them. I’m so glad to hear you enjoyed it, thank you so much for reading and leaving such a lovely and long comment!
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Another amazing book haul. I recently got Malibu Rising and I can’t wait to read it. The other books sound amazing. Thank you for sharing.
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Thank you! Ooh I really hope you enjoy it when you get to it, thank you so much for reading and commenting.
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Wow what a haul of books! Very impressive! Into the Crooked Place looks like an interesting read. May have to pick that one up! Thanks for sharing
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Thank you! Yes it definitely does, I can’t wait to get into it. I hope you enjoy it if you do, thank you so much for reading and commenting!
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The cover for White Smoke drew me in instantly!
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Same, it’s so pretty! Thank you so much for reading and commenting.
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Sounds like the amazing books, just relaxing to read.
Happy birthday..
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Yeah they definitely do, I can’t wait to spend the summer relaxing with them! Thank you so much for the birthday wishes and for reading and commenting.
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Ooo I’m loving the sound of these! I’ll be looking forward to your reviews as I always trust what you say. Do I really need to be adding to my ever growing collection?… no… but will I be adding? 100% yes haha. Thank you so much for sharing with us! Xo
Elle – ellegracedeveson.com
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I’m so glad to hear that Elle, that means a lot! Haha I’m definitely on the same page with that don’t worry – you can never have too many books! Thank you so much for reading and commenting xx
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Amazing hauls! I love the cover from I Kissed Shara Wheeler. Gonna check out the rest and add them to my TBR 😀 Thanks for sharing x
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Thank you! So do I, it really drew me in. I really hope you enjoy them, thank you so much for reading and commenting x
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This is awesome! Thanks for sharing! I’ll be adding some of these to my TBR list!
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I’m so glad to hear you enjoyed it! I really hope you like them, thank you so much for reading and commenting.
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I like that the people around you know you’re a book lover and they get you books. It’s really nice to have people support what you love and who you are. I’ve never read these but I really would like to read Malibu Rising. This is a great collection.
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Yes I’m really grateful to have people who know me so well – it’s amazing! Ooh I really hope you enjoy it, thank you so much for reading and commenting.
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My friend is currently reading Malibu Rising and she loves it, I haven’t read it either but I think I might have to. I like the sound of Confessions Of An Alleged Good Girl – sounds intriguing! x
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I’m so glad she’s enjoying it, that’s made me that much more excited to get into it! Ooh I’ve just finished Confessions Of An Alleged Good Girl and it’s so good, I’d really recommend it. I hope you enjoy them both if you end up reading, thank you so much for reading and commenting x
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These books sounds amazing. You make me wanna read them. Thank you for sharing.
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They definitely do! I’m so glad to hear that haha. Thank you so much for reading and commenting.
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Can’t wait to read I Kissed Shara Wheeler!
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Me neither, it looks amazing! I hope you enjoy it, thank you so much for reading and commenting.
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What a great book haul! I’m so happy to hear you had a lovely birthday and got some of these books as gifts. You always have such a great selection that I want to add every single one to my list! I especially love the sound of White Smoke and The Agathas. Thank you for sharing, I can’t wait to read your review on these. I hope you have a wonderful weekend!
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Thank you! Yes I had such a lovely time, I’m so grateful I was lucky enough to have two celebrations and some really lovely presents. Ooh I hope you enjoy them if you end up reading! Thank you so much for reading and commenting, I hope you had an amazing weekend!
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I’ve missed your great reviews recently so it was lovely to read this one. The Agathas Sounds right up my street. I love mystery and comedy. I’ll definitely look out for this one. Thank you for sharing and I hope you had a lovely break (or two) 🥰
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Aw I’m so glad to hear you enjoyed it! I really hope you love it if you end up reading, thank you so much for reading and commenting ❤
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Ooh, as a MASSIVE Agatha Christie fan, I have to check out The Agathas! It looks like an interesting book, but I love the cover on White Smoke and I have heard tons of good things about Malibu Rising. 🙂
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Ooh yes I definitely would if you’re a fan! I really hope you enjoy it, thank you so much for reading and commenting 🙂
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The Agathas sounds really good (but they all do, let’s be honest). I will have to add these to my list! I appreciate your suggestions!
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Yes it definitely does! I really hope you enjoy them, thank you so much for reading and commenting.
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I KISSED SHARA WHEELER IS AMAZING!! I HOPE YOU ADORE IT!! It has all these wonderful side characters AND THE ROMANCE IS STELLAR! And ahh I JUST finished Malibu rising- AND FELL IN LOVE!!! It’s the perfect summer read!
Hope you love ALL of these!!!
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Yay I’m so glad to hear that! I’ve actually just started it (like I’ve literally only read chapter one) and I’m already hooked – I hope I end up loving it as much as you did! Ooh yay I can’t wait to get into Malibu Rising either!
Thank you so much for reading and commenting.
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Great haul here, I definitely need to read more of Taylor Jenkins Reid’s books
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Thank you! Me too, I’ve heard so many great things about them. Thank you so much for reading and commenting!
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I really enjoyed the seven husband’s of Evelyn Hugo x
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I’m really looking forward to that one too! x
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I Kissed Shara Wheeler is on our TBR!
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I hope you enjoy it when you get to it! Thank you so much for reading and commenting.
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This looks like a great list of books. I haven’t heard or read any of these – I don’t think! I need to read more and that is one thing I would like to do this month. Thank you for sharing.
Lauren
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Thank you! I’m so glad to hear I could bring them to your attention then. Good luck with reading more, thank you so much for reading and commenting!
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