It’s time for the scariest post on our blog every month. Did we read the books we bought a year ago? This post is meant to motivate us to read the books we buy, so it is a good one. Today we’ll be talking about our June 2024 bookhaul. Let’s start our looking back at our bookhaul post for this month.
Candyce
In June 2024 I added 17 books to my shelves. I know I read a few before the haul was posted, but let’s see how I’ve done since then.
Diary of a Young Girl – Mallory Smith
Unread
Non-fiction isn’t something I read often, but this is one that caught my eye. I’ve been thinking about reading a few entries every day.
How to Become the Dark Lord or Die Trying – Django Wexler
Unread
I bought How to Become the Dark Lord or Die Trying to suggest for my in person book club. It didn’t get picked, and I still haven’t read it. I know the sequel in this duology just released, so it’s time to pick this one up.
Off to the Races – Elsie Silver
Read
After Chestnut Springs I wanted to read everything by Elsie Silver. Off to the Races was a fun book, but it wasn’t better than that series. I loved seeing these two characters slowly grow closer. I have the next book on my shelves that I hope to read soon.
The Honey Witch – Sydney J. Shields
Unread
The Honey Witch was a very hyped book before it released. After the release I kept seeing some mixed reviews, so part of me has been hesitant to read this one. I’m still a reader who likes to form my own opinions, so I’m hoping to pick it up soon.
The Rage of Dragons – Evan Winter
Read
Another hyped book I kept seeing everywhere. The Rage of Dragons was our book club read and I actually couldn’t put this book down. It’s over 500 pages, but didn’t feel that way. I do want to continue with this series.
Sleeping Giants – Sylvain Neuvel
Read
I just recently read Sleeping Giants, but it was such a pleasant surprise. It’s told through interviews and diary entries. The audiobook is full cast, so it was fun to listen while reading along. I really don’t know where this will go in the next two books.
One Last Shot – Betty Cayouette
Unread
This still seems like a good summer romance to me, so now is the perfect time to pick it up. I just got the audiobook, so I’ll have to prioritize One Last Shot.
The Wren in the Holly Library – K.A. Linde
Read
The Wren in the Holly Library was a book that had me hooked from the start. I really enjoyed the world and the characters. The sequel just released last month, and I can’t wait to see where Kierse’s story takes us next.
Masters of Death – Olivie Blake
Read
After loving Atlas Six, I wanted to read more books by Olivie Blake. Unfortunately, Masters of Death isn’t one I loved. I felt confused most of the time and really didn’t know what was going on. Part of me wonders if this author is for me.
Late Bloomer – Mazey Eddings
Read
Late Bloomer was a lot of fun. One of our main characters wins the lottery and buys a house. The other main character doesn’t think that’s right, but they do stay together to figure it out. Slowly, they start to get to know each other. I couldn’t put this book down.
A Condition Called Love Vol. 4 – Vol. 8 – Megumi Morino
Read
I’ve mentioned before that I enjoyed the anime for this series. I ended up picking these up and enjoying them. There are certain things that I read in here that aren’t in the anime. So that makes it a lot of fun to read.
When the Moon Hatched – Sarah A. Parker
Unread
Another very hyped book that I’m excited about, but also very nervous to read. I’ve been waiting for the moment when I don’t see it everywhere. That time is now, so I need to get to it soon. I think the release date of book two got pushed back. At least, I’ll be caught up until then.
Nectar of the Wicked – Ella Fields
Unread
I’m not sure why I haven’t read this one yet. It just hasn’t caught my eye? I do want to read more of my special editions before the year is up. I’ll have to put this one high on that list.
The Darkness Between Us – Tricia Levenseller
Read
I wasn’t expecting to get a sequel to The Shadows Between Us, but I’m glad we did. Chrysantha was an interesting character and Eryx was a lot of fun. It was a lot of fun to be back in this world.
End Result:
Read: 11/17 – 64.7%
TBR: 6/17 – 35.3%
Isabelle
I only got one new book last year haha. So this is a quick post for me. Of course, getting just one new book is never a guarantee that I also read that book, so let’s take a look.
Diary of a Romantica vol. II: Lovers Remembered – Celia Martinez
Read
I started reading this book as soon as I got it. Usually I’m not a big poetry reader, but every now and then I really enjoy a good poetry collection. I already read the first volume of Celia’s Diary of a Romantica and loved it. Celia is an amazing poet and I love her on TikTok and Instagram. I would highly recommend following her online!
End Result:
Read: 1/1 – 100%
TBR: 0/1 – 0%
So that’s another looking back at our bookhauls! Have you read any of these? Or do you keep track of your unread books? Let us know in the comments! We’d love to hear from you.
