best and worst books of 2023 so far ✨ mid-year book freakout tag

TL;DR

Discussing the best books read so far in 2023 through the Mid-Year Book Freakout Tag, sharing personal favorites and anticipated releases.

Transcript

hello everyone welcome to another video my name is Jamie welcome so today we're going to be discussing all things books we're going to be talking all about books that I have read this year now that we're halfway through the year and the best way to do that I think is a book tag which I never do tags I never do them but this one is definitely one of... Read More

Key Insights

• 🥳 "Seven Days in June" and "As Good As Dead" are standout books of the year, with powerful storylines and well-developed characters.
• 🖐️ Anticipation for the release of "Gold" as the final book in the "Play to Prison" series is high, promising an exciting conclusion.
• 😍 Disappointment arises from "The League of Gentle Women Witches" due to inadequate character development and rushed relationships.
• 🥰 "Once Upon A Broken Heart" surprises with its captivating plot, reigniting the reader's love for fantasy literature.
• 👶 Freedom McFadden's addictive thrillers make her the promising new author of the year.
• 🇬🇱 Delilah Green from "Delilah Green Doesn't Care" intrigues the reader as the newest fictional crush.
• 😘 Queenie from "Queenie" wins hearts as a relatable and well-developed character.
• 🔍 "Full Tilt" by Emma Scott evokes powerful emotions through its heartbreaking storyline.
• 😃 "The Cat Who Saved Books" reminds readers of the joy and magic of storytelling.
• 🧍 "The Ballad of Never After" stands out with its beautiful cover design and captivating map.
• 🫠 "The Winters" is a must-read to complete the Beartown Trilogy by Frederick Backman.

Questions & Answers

Q: What was the best book the author read this year?

The best book is "Seven Days in June" by Tia Williams. It tells a captivating story of second chance romance and chronic illness representation.

Q: What is the most anticipated release for the second half of the year?

The most anticipated release is "Gold" by Raven Kennedy, the final book in the "Play to Prison" series, known for its addictive dark fantasy romance.

Q: Which book made the author cry?

"Full Tilt" by Emma Scott, a heart-wrenching romance about two individuals facing challenges like alcoholism and heart conditions, made the author cry.

Q: What is the biggest surprise book of the year?

"Once Upon A Broken Heart" by Stephanie Garber completely surpassed expectations, immersing the reader in its enchanting storyline.

Q: Who is the favorite new author discovered this year?

Freedom McFadden, known for addictive and binge-worthy thrillers, has become the author's favorite new find.

Q: Which book-to-movie adaptation was the author's favorite this year?

Although not a traditional book-to-movie adaptation, the Dungeons and Dragons movie won the author's heart with its enjoyable and fun fantasy storyline.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• The video discusses the best book read so far in 2023, highlighting "Seven Days in June" by Tia Williams as the top choice.

• The best sequel of the year is "As Good As Dead" by Holly Jackson, marking the perfect ending to the "Good Girl's Guide to Murder" series.

• The most anticipated release for the second half of the year is "Gold" by Raven Kennedy, the final book in the "Play to Prison" series.

• The biggest disappointment of the year is "The League of Gentle Women Witches" by India Holton, failing to meet expectations set by the previous book in the series.

• "Once Upon A Broken Heart" by Stephanie Garber emerges as the biggest surprise, captivating the reader with its enchanting storyline.

• Freedom McFadden is named the favorite new author, known for her addictive thriller novels.

• Delilah Green from "Delilah Green Doesn't Care" becomes the newest fictional crush due to her alluring character.

• Queenie from "Queenie" by Candice Carty-Williams stands out as the newest favorite character due to her relatability and journey.

• "Full Tilt" by Emma Scott is noted as the book that made the reader cry due to its heart-wrenching story.

• "The Cat Who Saved Books" by Sosuke Natsukawa is the book that made the reader happy, showcasing the love for books and storytelling.

• "The Ballad of Never After" by Stephanie Garber is described as the most beautiful book acquired, with its stunning cover design and captivating map.

• "The Winters" by Frederick Backman is a book that the reader intends to read before the year ends to complete the Beartown Trilogy.

• The favorite book-to-movie adaptation of the year is the Dungeons and Dragons movie, which was unexpectedly enjoyable and entertaining.