the 11 books I want to read in july! (july TBR!)

TL;DR

Regan shares her July TBR, which includes fantasy, historical fiction, literary fiction, and cozy mystery books.

Transcript

hi guys it's regan and welcome back to another video today's video is going to be my july tbr now for the month of july i will say i have rather high expectations for myself but i feel like i'm also setting myself up for success first off it's my birthday month so you know that is fun and two it's also the first month in about three months where i'... Read More

Key Insights

• ❓ Regan's July TBR includes a mix of fantasy, historical fiction, literary fiction, and cozy mystery.
• 📔 She has carryover books from the previous month, including "The Shadow Rising" and "The Hunger of Gods."
• 🫠 Regan is particularly excited about reading "The Buried Giant" and "Deathless."
• ✍️ She appreciates the writing style and concepts of Kazuo Ishiguro's books.
• ✋ The Neapolitan series by Elena Ferrante has deeply moved Regan, and she has high expectations for the second book.
• 🙂 Cozy mysteries provide a lighter and enjoyable reading experience for Regan.
• 📔 Regan enjoys books that offer social commentary and reimagined folklore.

Questions & Answers

Q: What are the carryover books from Regan's June TBR?

The carryover books from the previous month are "The Shadow Rising" by Robert Jordan and "The Hunger of Gods" by John Gwen.

Q: Why is Regan excited to read "The Buried Giant" by Kazuo Ishiguro?

Regan enjoyed reading a book by Kazuo Ishiguro last year and is excited for this fantasy folklore Arthurian story, expecting incredible writing and a comfortable atmosphere.

Q: What is the premise of "Deathless" by Catherine M. Valente?

"Deathless" is a story that reimagines the figure of Koschei the Deathless in a setting of great change in Russia's history, combining Russian folklore and historical elements.

Q: What is the plot of "Interior Chinatown" by Charles Yu?

The main character, Willis Wu, views himself as a side character in his own life, working as a bit player in a cop show. He aspires to become the "kung fu guy" and is launched into a world wider than he's ever known, exploring the secret history of Chinatown.

Q: What is the Neapolitan series by Elena Ferrante about?

The Neapolitan series follows the lives of two best friends, Elena and Lila, as they navigate the limitations and challenges of their upbringing in 1950s Naples. It explores their friendship, societal restrictions, and the broader context of the world they live in.

Q: What is the unique aspect of "When Women Were Dragons" by Kelly Barnhill?

"When Women Were Dragons" is set in an America exactly like our own, except for the event where a group of women were transformed into dragons. The story follows the niece of one of these women, dealing with society's suspicions and resentment surrounding the transformation.

Q: What is the premise of "Last Arguments of Kings" by Joe Abercrombie?

"Last Arguments of Kings" is the third book in a grim dark fantasy trilogy. It follows a diverse set of morally gray characters whose lives become intricately connected. The book is expected to bring the story together and provide a satisfying conclusion.

Q: What is the plot of "Arsenic and Adobo" by Mia P. Marezala?

"Arsenic and Adobo" is a cozy mystery where the main character, Lila, finds herself in the middle of an investigation after her ex-boyfriend, a nasty food critic, dies. Lila must solve the mystery to protect herself, her family, and their restaurant.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• Regan has high expectations for her July TBR, as it's her birthday month and she won't be traveling.

• Her TBR includes carryovers from the previous month, such as "The Shadow Rising" by Robert Jordan and "The Hunger of Gods" by John Gwen.

• She also plans to read fantasy books like "The Buried Giant" by Kazuo Ishiguro and "Deathless" by Catherine M. Valente, as well as literary fiction titles like "Interior Chinatown" by Charles Yu and "The Story of a New Name" by Elena Ferrante.

• Lastly, she has included a cozy mystery, "Arsenic and Adobo" by Mia P. Marezala, for a light and enjoyable read.