I’m back with a new #QuarantineReads post! I laid off on these for a couple months, but I’ve read over 50 books this summer so I thought I’d share some new patterns.
Somehow my quarantine reading has come full circle. If you’ll recall, back in April I had sworn off ebooks, and I was reading only fantasy books. Now it’s August, I’m still locked in my house (occasional outings to the Barnes & Noble not withstanding, as my state has gotten better), and I’m reading all sorts of contemporaries and a whole bunch of eARCs. My last favorite read was The Cuban Girl’s Guide to Tea and Tomorrow—I was so lucky to receive an ARC and I can’t wait for you all to pick up this book in October. I honestly can’t remember the last time I declared that a romance was my favorite book—usually that list is topped by fantasy books, especially this summer. I’m currently reading Not the Girls You’re Looking For, by Amina Mae Safi, and I’m not loving it so far. I think Lulu and her friends have an unrealistic group dynamic and it’s a little awkward all of the time. Whether or not I like it, though, I still am reading more contemporary novels than I was even a month ago. Part of this is that I have a new job and I’m reintegrating into my life, so it feels a bit easier to read a contemporary book and not fall into a mess over how life could have been. I don’t need as much escapism as I did in the spring. One thing I am nervous about, though, will be books published in the future that include pandemic references. I’m not sure I’d like to keep reading books where characters have to wear masks, distance themselves, and take classes online. Part of this is that it eliminates many plot possibilities, but honestly? I just don’t want to be reminded of this when it’s over. I don’t want to think about it anymore. Speaking of things I’d rather not confront… A massive pile of eARCs from Netgalley has also challenged my goal to remain e-reader free this summer. I’m so excited to share love for these upcoming books that I just gave in. My eyes kind of hate me right now, but I’m taking breaks to listen to podcasts and read physical books, so hopefully I won’t get too much strain. I’m currently working through Where Dreams Descend (another fantasy! Yay!). That’s it for my #QuarantineReads post this time! Let me know in the comments what you’ve been reading!
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