I am really trying to make reading a priority this year, even if it is just listening to an audio book, and in case you are wondering, yes, I am in the camp that listening to an audiobook still counts as reading.
The past year has been crazy in that barely keeping your head above water feeling… I am really trying to make a point to carve out space for myself to do some of the things that spark joy. I am one of those people who feels more fulfilled when they exercise and take part in artistic things – it is like food for the soul. I love how with reading you can get completely lost in a storyline to the point where it feels like a little mental mini vacation.
I usually read books that are currently trending, but this year I have decided to read the books that have been on my list of books to read, forever, as well as taking in trending books, guilty pleasure books, classics, etc. I love how they all have their own vibe and offer different points of views on things.
With out further delay, here is a list of the books I read in May! They were all fantastic reads, but Beach House Rules was my personal favorite.
One// The Wedding People, by Alison Espach
I have seen people rave about this book for the longest time… It honestly took me about a hundred pages to really get into it and at times I was holding my breath and praying for a certain outcome. This book is a page turner because it is so easy to become so invested in the lives of the characters (the leap off the pages!). In true transparency, this book is a very good read, but overhyped, 100%.
***Side Note: if you are experiencing depression or having harmful thoughts, I would not recommend this book for you***
Two// The Lions of Fifth Avenue, by Fiona Davis
This book has been on my list of books to read since 2020, when it was first released. The cover alone is reason enough to invest in this book! If I am being honest, I really, really wanted to love this book, and it was still an excellent book, but another one that was overhyped. The story is so beautiful in a tragic way… this is a book that will take you on a rollercoaster of emotions and leave you with a new perspective on some things.
Three// Beach House Rules, by Kristy Woodson Harvey
I feel like Kristy Woodson Harvey books always signal the start of summer. Her books are the perfect beach read and are always filled with the most relatable characters and the juiciest storylines. I cannot recommend this book enough! Ife you haven’t read it yet, then you need to pick up a copy ASAP.
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