October 2023 Reading Wrap-up
While October wasn't my best reading month in terms of quality, there were still some bright spots. Witches, war, and lots of magical realism made for an interesting mix of books. Find out which books you should buy/borrow/pass in my October 2023 reading wrap-up!
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Black Sheep
Highly creative with an engaging narrative style, this cult story is not what I expected. Do your research or DM me for more info.
Borrow
Good Night, Irene
A thoroughly enjoyable WWII story about unlikely friendship, female frontline service, and unspeakable loss that any historical fiction fan will appreciate.
Borrow
West Heart Kill
Not for me. And likely not for you. Unless you are a die-hard murder mystery fan.
Pass
The Christmas Wager
This was a charming holiday read that scratched all the itches: Christmas cheer, grumpy sunshine, enemies to lovers, and small mountain town.
Borrow
October in the Earth
I adored this book. The writing style, narration, characters, and plot were all on point.
Buy
The Land of Lost Things
Started as magical realism but finished strongly fantasy, this one was a fun adventure that I wanted to live in for a time.
Borrow
All You Have to Do is Call
Yes, yes, yes! Another great book published this year about the Jane Collective. I loved this one so much.
Buy
Sisters Under the Rising Sun
Meh. A nice friendship story if you don't mind the hardship of POW camps, nuns, and choirs.
Borrow
The Keeper of Happy Endings
Not sure what I was expecting but this wasn't it. Resistance fiction it is not.
Borrow
The Witches at the End of the World
If you're a fan of witches and sister stories, then this book should be on your radar. I loved all the sociocultural nuggets woven into the book's tapestry.
Buy
The Scandalous Confessions of Lydia Bennet, Witch
I really, really loved this. Highly recommend it if you are a Jane Austen fan. It's fun, creative, and pretty witchy!
Buy
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