SBTB is more independent, and probably 48% more silly
RECOMMENDED: Etiquette & Espionage by Gail Carriger by $1.99! This is the first book in the Finishing School series, which Carrie recommends. This is young adult with a steampunk historical setting. Readers loved the creative, whimsical setting, though some expressed difficulty in reading a lot at one time. They had to take breaks every few chapters because of the overwhelming twee-ness.
Machi has been going along with what other people want for as long as she can remember, but she’s so sick of her parents nagging her to find a husband that she’s ready to marry someone they’d hate to spite them. She wasn’t expecting her best friend Hana to volunteer for the role though! Yep, we’re skipping the fake dating and going straight to marriage. That’s how we roll here. I Married My Best … Continue reading I Married My Best Friend to Shut My Parents Up by Kodama Naoko
This HaBO is from Nathalie, who is hoping to find this contemporary romance: I read a book, I want to say I the last few years. The hero and heroine both live in San Francisco. She newly moved; she is blonde. He, I think, is newly divorced or out of a bad relationship. They are neighbors in the same building. They fall in love and she climbs into his balcony often. Comedy and angst. It’s … Continue reading HaBO: Heroine Frequently Visits His Balcony
A Lady’s Guide to Mischief and Mayhem by Manda Collins is $2.99! This one is part of today’s Kindle Daily Deals and has new Bridgerton inspired cover. Some readers loved the balance of romance and mystery, while others wanted more excitement from the plot.
This HaBO request is from Kay, who is looking for this historical romance: This book has been eluding me for weeks… it’s set in England, Regency period or thereabouts. The hero (I think he’s possibly titled) was impoverished as a child, and left in his teens to join the Navy. Now, after years, he is traveling with his betrothed/wife, to meet his mother and sister. His sister has married a tradesman – a grocer – … Continue reading HaBO: Brother-in-Law is a Wealthy Grocer
The Jasmine Throne by Tasha Suri is $2.99! This is Suri’s latest series and many of us were big fans of her debut fantasy romance Empire of Sand. I’m hoping this has the same balance of fantasy and romance.
Welcome back to Cover Snark! Let’s settle in, shall we? From Jen: The guy on the left – his side/stomach. I just don’t understand all the ripples. Also the bear just looks thrown in there at the last minute. Sarah: I am very concerned for his hydration levels. Amanda: I hope the bear gets paid well for the use of its image. We see it a lot. Sarah: Salmon Snacks for Life. Carrie: The bear … Continue reading Cover Snark: What Secrets Are Hiding in These Pecs?
RECOMMENDED: Paladin’s Grace by T. Kingfisher is still $2.99! AJ loved this one and gave it an A:
All of that is to say: if you stare at walls a lot right now and you can’t really read because everything is just too much all the time? You’re not alone. I get you. And if you want to try a book that gets it too, and will remind you that there can be light at the end of this god-awful tunnel, maybe try this one.
Has it been two weeks already? Time flies! Welcome back to Get Rec’d! This is where I talk about some recent book recommendations I’ve made for different kinds of readers. I always hope someone finds a new to them author or hidden gem here. Also, I was recently recommended a book outside my usual reading tastes and I’m enjoying it so far. If it turns out to be a winner, I’ll definitely mention it in … Continue reading Get Rec’d with Amanda – Volume 14
It’s time for our second Whatcha Reading of the month, which also means March is nearly over! Sarah: I just started Burning Hope by Wendy Roberts, a mystery about a psychic woman who lives in a camper van and oh heck, there’s a murder. Shana: I’ve been on a SFF kick lately. I finished Paladin’s Grace by T. Kingfisher which managed to feel very cozy despite the severed heads. I know I’m late to the … Continue reading Whatcha Reading? March 2022, Part Two
