Happy Tuesday, dearies!
Finally! I can breathe. The constant heatwaves just make me want Fall to come sooner. I shouldn’t complain since I’ve just seen the weekend’s temps. 😐 Who’s ready for cozy blankets and sweaters, hot chocolate, scary books, and bonfires? I know I am.
Top Ten Tuesday, originally created by The Broke and the Bookish and now hosted by That Artsy Reader Girl, is a weekly meme. For this week’s topic, we discuss hidden gem books. I had a hard time with this post. I wasn’t sure which books to put on my list and which ones to take out. So hopefully, you enjoy it more than I have. 😂 Here are my choices for books I don’t talk much about:
Grace and Fury
I’ve seen quite a bit of marketing for the book. But I haven’t talked much about it though. I wasn’t sure if I’d read the book, until I won it in an IndigoTeen contest. But the premise of it is one of the most unique concepts I’ve seen lately, so it deserves a bit more attention than it has received.
City of Ghosts
Yes, since it’s a Schwab book, it’ll receive great marketing. However, I’ve seen several readers hesitate to pick it up since it’s geared toward middle-grade readers. But often times, I’ve found great storylines in MG books. And with that thought, I believe more people should take a risk with Schwab’s latest story.
Black Witch
Black Witch had a solid marketing plan. But some readers were turned off because select reviewers ripped apart this book. Now, I haven’t read it yet, so I can’t back up some adult bloggers’ claims, but I know many people refused to read it, which I find unfortunate. So no one gave the book a chance. But I hope to do so soon so I can see if those claims are true or false. You can find more information about the controversy here.
The Wicked Deep
I wasn’t sure if I’d love the book. The author combines the Salem Witch Trials and Hocus Pocus. And if there’s one thing you should know about me is that I adore that movie. My expectations were high, but I loved the book, even the ending, which is slightly predictable. Unfortunately, since the publication, I haven’t seen many bloggers mention it.
An Enchantment of Ravens
Quite a few readers have compared the book to ACOTAR, and I think that does a disservice to it. When I finally picked it up, I had no expectations, but I haven’t talked about it since. However, I was so pleased with the writing, storytelling, and characters. Unfortunately, it hasn’t moved past that comparison, which is a shame.
Wild Beauty
I bought this book earlier this year, and while I haven’t read it yet (I need to stop buying books and not reading them), I haven’t seen a lot of love for it. But magical realism is sometimes hard to sell though. Not everyone likes it, and other readers may not even acknowledge this kind of genre. But I’m intrigued to see if it lives up to my expectations.
The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society
I haven’t cried so hard reading another book. I found this beauty several, several years ago, and I’ve read it so many times you can see my fingerprints on the book. I’m a historical book lover, and I’ll always fall hard for a story based in WWII. The storyline is heartbreaking, and the stellar cast of characters will stay with you longer than you read the book.
And it deserves all the praise it has received because of the Netflix show. I highly recommend both show and book!
I just bought The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society and want to read that one soon! Glad to see it on your list!
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I hope you love it. It’s one of my favourite reads. Hopefully, I’ll watch the movie soon!
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Super list! I’ve had The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society on my TBR forever! I always get annoyed when a movie or show comes out before I read the book so I better get on this one! Glad to see that you loved it 😀
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Thanks! 😁 Definitely read it soon. I couldn’t get enough of that book.
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So The Wicked Deep cover art is goals, the synopsis seems right up my alley, but something is holding me back. However this is the second list I’ve seen it on this week so here’s hoping I get my act together and read it soon!!
Also I’ve been avoiding Guernsey forever because of fear it’ll break me. Now with the Netflix adaptation the pressure is real lol! I’ll probably cave soon!
Great list! Feel free to check mine out here: http://bit.ly/2MkJRkX
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You should see what’s behind the cover. I squeed when I saw the design on the book!
I was hesitant myself, so I don’t blame you though.
Ahaha, I know that feeling. But it’s one of those books made for readers. Hopefully, I’ll get to watch the movie soon.
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Color me intrigued!! I LOVE the description book made for readers! Now I’m going to have to push it up the list! lol
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YES TO GRACE AND FURY! I’m happy to see it here.
* TTT: Hidden Gems + Giveaway
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I can’t wait to read it!! Did you see the cover reveal for book 2?
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I bought Wild Beauty and haven’t read it either! I really need to get on that one! Great list!
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I really like this week’s lists, they’ve helped me find a few new tbr books. The wicked deep and wild beauty seems so great, want to get to them soon!
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Same! I’m not sure if my tbr list is as thrilled as I am though. 😂 I loved Wicked Deep. The writing is superb coming from a debut author. Hopefully, Wild Beauty is just as great.
Happy reading!
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Great list! I really want to read Wild Beauty ❤️
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Thanks! 😉 I hope too. It’s been sitting on my shelf far too long.
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Great list! I’ve seen a lot of marketing for Grace and Fury but not a lot of bloggers seem to talk about it! The plot sounds really good so I’ll have to check it out😊
I’m also really excited to get my hands on City of Ghosts, I love a good middle grade book!
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Right? I was a little let down by the lack of response from bloggers. The book has an intriguing plot, so I’m not sure what happened there.
My copy came in a few days ago, and I can’t wait to read it. It’s adorable!
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The Wicked Deep and City of Ghosts are on my TBR list. I’ve heard good things about both of them.
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I haven’t read Schwab’s book yet, but Wicked Deep is such a great atmospheric read.
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A lovely list and a few on here that I’d like to read – particularly Wicked Deep.
Lynn 😀
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Thank you ☺️ it’s a great read for the Fall. I hope you like it.
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