Sundays with Sam - The Sunday Post

Sundays with Sam is a combination of Sunday Post hosted by Caffeinated Book Reviewer and Stacking the Shelves hosted by Tynga's Reviews.

My Week in Review

I love a four day week, and the started all the perks of tax season at work. We had burritos, Chick-fil-a, hot cocoa happy hour, and kettle corn snacks this week. Tomorrow is Panera, and this girl always likes a free meal.

Some fun stuff I saw out there this week:

All right THREE DARK CROWNS fans, get ready. It's time to finally, FINALLY, find out what your gift is 🔥⚔️🍂 https://t.co/fWKjh5wO9C pic.twitter.com/Z3pUT59LAM

— Love, Epic Reads (@EpicReads) January 18, 2018

Saturday 20th January, 2018 pic.twitter.com/pHn0e1N2Nb

— Hedgehog of the Day (@daily__hedgehog) January 20, 2018

Which YA character is a total replica of you? I got Emika from WARCROSS and tbh could not be more thrilled 🦋✌🏽 https://t.co/WJcYKlx8ux pic.twitter.com/emWY7Fd1Wj

— Love, Epic Reads (@EpicReads) January 20, 2018

On the Blog:

• Monday: In a Nutshell Reviews - Nice Try, Jane Sinner, The Upside of Falling Down, Truly Devious
• Tuesday: Top Ten Tuesday - Book Goals
• Wednesday: Can't Wait Wednesday - Chaotic Good by Whitney Gardner
• Thursday: Blogtour - Breaking the Ice by Julie Cross
• Friday: Discussion - Am I Fair to Funny Books?

STACKING THE SHELVES

I was really excited about some of the books I got from EW and NG this week. I got a few sequels  and some of my highly anticipated releases. So, yeah, this was me:

Library

• Far From the Tree by Robin Benway

ARCs

• The Astonishing Color of After by Emily X.R. Pan
• Bruja Born by Zoraida Córdova
• Out of Left Field by Kris Hui Lee
• Tell Me No Lies by A.V. Geiger
• The One You Can't Forget by Roni Loren
• Frat Girl by Kiley Roache
• Dating Disasters of Emma Nash by Chloe Seager
• Tiffany Sly Lives Here Now by Dana L. Davis

What I Read Last Week

It was a good reading week. Nothing blew me away, but plenty of my books made me happy. I found myself veering from my TBR, because I needed something fun and light to balance out the heavier reads.

• Forever My Girl by Heidi McLaughlin (audiobook): I shed quite a few tears in the early part of this book. Totally pulled at my heartstrings. I struggled a little with the love triangle, because it seemed so unfair, but overall, I did enjoy this second chance romance. ★★★ 1/2
• The Last to Let Go by Amber Smith: This was a beautifully written book about something quite ugly. My heart broke over and over again as Brooke tried to hold onto the past with both hands. However, my heart was mended, when she ultimately found solace by letting go. ★★★★
• Crazy Love by Kendra C. Highley: I read this after finishing two books involving abuse, so this light, fluffy, fun romance really hit the spot. I adored both the hero and heroine, and it left me in such a feel-good mood. ★★★★
• American Panda by Gloria Chao: I found this quite a charming story of trying to maintain one's identity as cultures clash. The book was amusing, but also sometimes painful as Mei stopped trying to live the life her parents wanted for her and began making her own choices. ★★★★
• The Wright Secret by K.A. Linde (audiobook): I am a fan of this series, and Linde delivered the story I expected for the hard-as-nails Morgan. What I loved the most, was how much Patrick changed in this book. He was a fabulous hero! I laughed, swooned, and smiled. ★★★★
• Shoot the Moon by Kate Watson: I expected this sequel to be a sweet and frothy romance like its predecessor. It was not. This was the troubled child's story, and it was quite gritty. Watson gave us addiction, crooked politicians, and even the mob. I found it quite entertaining, and especially liked the exploration of Tate's addiction and the Bertram family dynamics. ★★★★
• Seeing Stars by J. Sterling (audiobook): This was a fun one. I feel like mentioning one of my favorite things about this story would be a spoiler, so I won't, but I will say that Sterling gave us a hero I couldn't help but love. ★★★ 1/2
• Checked by Cynthia Kadohata: This was a heartwarming story of growing up. It was quite interesting being in the head of a 12 year old elite athlete's head. This kid was wise beyond his years and had lots of series things he had to deal with. I especially loved Connor's relationship with his father and his dog. ★★★ 1/2

What I Am Currently Reading

I was in the mood for a rom-com, and Penny Reid never disappoints. This book is sexy and fun and I am just plowing through it. I have not started Girls in the Moon, but I have wanted to read it for a while, and I love family-centric stories. I'm hoping this will live up to my expectations.

• The Player and the Pixie by Penny Reid and L.H. Cosway
• Girls in the Moon by Janet McNally (audiobook)

What I Plan to Read

I was pretty excited when my library loan came through for Far From the Tree. After reading all those amazing reviews I knew I had to read it. Bring on the tears!

• When My Heart Joins the Thousands by A.J. Steiger
• Far From the Tree by Robin Benway
• Winterfolk by Janel Kolby
• Pretty Boy Must Die by Kimberly Reid

How was your week?

Let us know in the comments!