JULY 2021 TBR!!!

TL;DR

In this video, Megan shares her July TBR, which includes fantasy novels, a YA retelling, and three buddy reads.

Transcript

hey there my name is megan and welcome back to my channel today i'm going to be doing my july tbr so in the month of july i have six books that i want to try and get to and three of those are buddy reads hopefully i can get to all of them but before we go ahead and get on into the tbr if you are not already subscribed to my channel please go ahead ... Read More

Key Insights

• 🫠 Megan plans to read a variety of genres in July, including fantasy, YA, and classic science fiction.
• 🫠 She enjoys participating in buddy reads and recommends the buddy read discord for those interested.
• 👨‍🔬 Megan appreciates detailed research and authenticity in fantasy novels, such as in Stephen R. Lawhead's Pendragon Cycle.
• 🫠 She values well-crafted plots, strong friendships, and witty dialogue in the books she chooses to read.
• 🤗 Megan is open to exploring different retellings of fairy tales, such as "Bookish and the Beast."
• ❓ She is enthusiastic about continuing beloved series and revisiting well-written characters.
• 🙂 Megan's TBR choices reflect her desire to break up heavy fantasy reads with lighter genres and shorter books.

Questions & Answers

Q: What is "Merlin" by Stephen R. Lawhead about?

"Merlin" is the second book in the Pendragon Cycle, an Arthurian story in which the protagonist, Merlin, must bring forth King Arthur's reign. Stephen R. Lawhead meticulously blends history with myth and magic in his novels.

Q: Why did Megan choose to continue the "Books of Babel" series with "Arm of the Sphinx"?

Megan enjoyed listening to the first book in the series and is intrigued to see what happens in the next installment. She also appreciates the humor and the introduction of fascinating characters in the first book.

Q: What can readers expect from "Bookish and the Beast" by Ashley Poston?

"Bookish and the Beast" is a YA retelling of Beauty and the Beast. It follows the story of Rosie, a small-town girl, and a Hollywood star who seeks refuge in her town. Megan looks forward to a cute and refreshing read with this book.

Q: What is "The Martian Chronicles" by Ray Bradbury about?

"The Martian Chronicles" is a 1950 science fiction novel that chronicles the experiences of settlers on Mars and their encounters with the indigenous Martian race. It is known for its engaging storytelling and has received positive reviews.

Q: Why did Megan decide to reread "The Lies of Locke Lamora" by Scott Lynch?

Megan is a fan of the series and loves the clever heists and intricate plots in the book. She also appreciates the humor, the friendship, and the mentor figure present in the story. Additionally, she has a fondness for the main character, Locke.

Q: What can readers expect from "Fool's Errand" by Robin Hobb?

"Fool's Errand" is the first book in the Tawny Man trilogy, set 15 years after the events of the Farseer Trilogy. It follows Fitz as he sets out to find the missing heir to the throne, together with the fool. Megan is excited to explore the matured dynamics between the characters.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• Megan plans to read six books in July, including buddy reads and genres other than fantasy.

• One of the books, "Merlin" by Stephen R. Lawhead, is part of a series she has been wanting to finish.

• She is excited to continue the "Books of Babel" series with "Arm of the Sphinx" by Josiah Bancroft.

• Megan also includes a YA retelling, "Bookish and the Beast" by Ashley Poston, to break up her fantasy reads.