March Wrap Up! (reviews)

TL;DR

A booktuber shares her thoughts on the 11 books she read in March, including historical fiction, fantasy, and contemporary genres.

Transcript

hey guys it's Reagan and today I'm going to film my March wrapup I had no plans to film this today because I'm recovering from a very bad sunburn and it's gross outside so I look gross but I was like you know what Reagan let's film this today so that's what I'm doing um March March reading month I read a lot of books I read 11 books this month yeah... Read More

Key Insights

• 😉 "A Clash of Kings" by George RR Martin was the standout book of the month, praised for its amazing storyline and characters.
• 🫠 "Angel Fall" by Susan E. exceeded expectations and was a gripping read despite initial hesitations.
• 🤑 "The Archived" by Victoria Schwab showcased rich imagination and unique world-building.
• 😀 "To All the Boys I've Loved Before" by Jenny Han was a delightful contemporary read that left the reader feeling happy and engrossed.
• 🥰 "Under the Egg" by Laura Marx Fitzgerald appealed to art lovers with its mystery surrounding an old painting.
• 🤩 "These Broken Stars" by Amy Kaufman and Megan Spooner started conventionally but improved with its survival dynamics.
• 🫠 "Half Bad" by Sally Green had pacing issues but was still an enjoyable read.

Questions & Answers

Q: Which book was the most memorable and received the highest rating?

"A Clash of Kings" by George RR Martin was the most memorable and received a high rating. It had an amazing storyline and captivating characters.

Q: Were there any books that didn't live up to the hype?

"Angel Fall" by Susan E. was initially doubted due to the post-apocalyptic angel genre, but it turned out to be a fantastic read that exceeded expectations.

Q: Which book had the best world-building?

"The Archived" by Victoria Schwab had the best world-building, with a unique concept of the afterlife and the protagonist's dual life as a keeper.

Q: Which book would you recommend for art enthusiasts?

"Under the Egg" by Laura Marx Fitzgerald is recommended for art enthusiasts as it revolves around a mystery involving an old painting.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• The first book read was "The Legacy of the Clockwork Key" by Kristen Bailey, which was a historical fiction steampunk novel set in England. The book was okay but lacked twists and turns, resulting in a three-star rating.

• "A Clash of Kings" by George RR Martin, the second book in the "A Song of Ice and Fire" series, was amazing and highly recommended. It took the reader on a captivating journey with Kick-Ass characters.

• "Alanna: The First Adventure" by Tamora Pierce followed a young girl who crossdresses to become a knight. It was a middle-grade book with girl power themes, although not the most memorable read.

• "Angelfall" by Susan E. was a post-apocalyptic angel novel that exceeded expectations with its intense storyline and strong, dark characters. It received a five-star rating.

• "These Broken Stars" by Amy Kaufman and Megan Spooner followed two characters who crash-landed on a desolate planet and had to work together to survive. The book had a conventional start but improved with the survival dynamics. It received a five-star rating.

• "Under the Never Sky" by Veronica Rossi combined fantasy and dystopian elements, following two characters from different worlds who must work together to achieve their goals. The book had good world-building, but there was nothing exceptional about it, leading to a four-star rating.

• "The Archived" by Victoria Schwab was a unique book about a girl who lives two lives, one as a normal teenager and the other as a keeper who protects histories in the afterlife. The book was full of imagination and received a five-star rating.

• "Half Bad" by Sally Green followed a teenager who is half white witch and half bad witch. He faces prejudice and must escape the watchful eye of the witch government. Although the pacing was an issue, the book was enjoyable and received a four-star rating.

• "Under the Egg" by Laura Marx Fitzgerald was a middle-grade mystery book about a girl who discovers a cryptic message from her late grandfather, leading her on a journey to uncover the secrets of an old painting. The book was appealing to art lovers and received a positive rating.

• "To All the Boys I've Loved Before" by Jenny Han was a cute contemporary read that made the reader feel happy and engrossed. It received a five-star rating.