blame goodreads for this book haul...

TL;DR

Kayla shares her recent book haul and discusses books that have been featured in the Goodreads Choice Awards.

Transcript

Hello friends it's Kayla today is a beautiful sunny day I feel like it has been just overcast and depressing as hell with the snow that we've had the last like week and a half um it is still snowy and cold but the sun is out and I'm so grateful for it I went for a nice long walk this morning appreciated the sunshine and now we're here I'm just look... Read More

Key Insights

• 🌱 Kayla plans to dive into cozy fantasy novels in 2023.
• 😆 She is excited about various books in different genres such as mystery/thriller, horror, historical fantasy, and sci-fi.
• 👶 Kayla's book haul includes both new releases and titles featured in previous years' Goodreads Choice Awards.
• 📔 She is intrigued by books that explore themes such as generational trauma, colonization, and the impact of political situations.
• 🍝 Kayla mentions her excitement for books by authors she has enjoyed in the past, such as Grady Hendrix.

Questions & Answers

Q: What is the premise of "Legends and Lattes" by Travis Baldry?

"Legends and Lattes" is a cozy fantasy novel that takes place in a cafe, following the life of Viv, who wants to leave her violent past behind as a bounty hunter and welcome new travelers into the coffee shop.

Q: What is "The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches" about?

"The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches" is a cozy mystery novel about Mika, one of the few witches in Britain, who reluctantly becomes a teacher to three young witches, helping them control their magic.

Q: What is the main plot of "Jackal" by Aaron E. Adams?

In "Jackal," Liz returns to her small town where black girls have gone missing and aims to solve the mystery behind their disappearances, uncovering the horrifying secrets of her town in the process.

Q: What is the premise of "The Cherry Robbers" by Sarah Walker?

"The Cherry Robbers" is a gothic and twisted feminist tale set in 1950s Connecticut, following the youngest girl in a cursed family who tries to break the curse.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• Kayla enjoys the sunny day and goes for a walk before discussing her recent book haul.

• She highlights books that coincide with the Goodreads Choice Awards, including titles in the fantasy, mystery/thriller, horror, historical fantasy, and sci-fi categories.

• Kayla also mentions books that have been featured in previous years' Goodreads Choice Awards and gives brief descriptions of each book.