I don’t want to jinx myself, but I think there’s a really good chance that this will be the first year I ever complete my 12 books to read in a year TBR. I started the year really strong and knocked 6 books off of my list between January through March. I didn’t get any of the rest read in March, April or May, however, I’m 50% of the way through my list which is exactly where I wanted to be around this time. Here’s what I’ve read so far with some quick thoughts and what’s left on my list for the latter half of the year!
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1) The Friend Zone by Abby Jimenez – READ! I loved this book minus one thing that happens toward the latter half of the book, but it still helped cement Abby Jimenez as a new favorite author for me. REVIEW HERE.
2) The Hotel Nantucket by Elin Hilderbrand – This one is still on my list but I’ve been saving it for summer since it totally gives off that vibe!
3) Taste by Stanley Tucci – READ! I listened to this one on audio and it was a total delight! REVIEW TO COME.
4) Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin – My library loan lapsed on this one before I had a chance to read it so I have it on hold yet again. I’m really hoping it’ll come in soon!
5) Anna: The Biography by Amy O’Dell – Still really looking forward to picking this one up on audio in the near future!
6) Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus – READ! I haven’t written a full review yet, but I really enjoyed this one! Not a new favorite and I do think it’s a bit overhyped, but overall, a really fun read. REVIEW TO COME.
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7) The Secret History by Donna Tartt – Definitely saving this one for August/September. It seems like the perfect back to school season read!
8) One Italian Summer by Rebecca Serle – READ! Sadly this one was a miss for me. I tend to really enjoy the settings of Rebecca Serle’s books and I find them to be very readable, however, I always hate her characters and the choices they make. REVIEW HERE.
9) Finlay Donovan Knocks ‘Em Dead by Elle Cosimano – READ! I have such a strong love for this series. I’m so glad we’ll be getting more books. REVIEW HERE.
10) Blue Dahlia by Nora Roberts – I *almost* picked this one up recently but then opted for a thriller instead. It’s going to happen soon though, I can feel it!
11) Counterfeit by Kirstin Chen – READ! This was a super quick and entertaining read, but it was one I didn’t love. REVIEW HERE.
12) Beartown by Fredrik Backman – Not yet! I know this one is going to be a tough read and I’ll have to be in a really specific mood for it.
One Response to “12 to Read in 2023 Check In”
Woo, great job! I should check my list because I’m pretty sure I’m behind lol
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