June Wrap Up!! | Summary and Q&A

TL;DR

In this video, Regan shares her thoughts on five books she read in June, which include contemporary fiction, fantasy, and intricate plotlines.

Key Insights

• 📔 Regan strategically selected books that helped her overcome a reading slump.
• 😫 "Little Fires Everywhere" captivated her with its family-centered story set in an orderly town.
• 🆕 "A Curse So Dark and Lonely" offered a fresh and entertaining retelling of Beauty and the Beast.
• 🎭 The Crazy Rich Asians trilogy provided captivating and outrageous drama.
• 🫠 While "Elantris" was a solid read, it didn't reach the same level as Brandon Sanderson's other novels.
• 👾 "Storm and Fury" delivered a steamy romance in a fast-paced paranormal fantasy setting.

Transcript

hi guys it's regan and welcome to my june wrap up now for the month of june i was able to complete a total of five books and get through partially a sixth book which overall i would say i'm really happy with for the month of june i felt like i was battling a reading slump the entire time which if you're hearing the amount of red definitely like wel... Read More

Questions & Answers

Q: What is "Little Fires Everywhere" by Celeste Ng about?

"Little Fires Everywhere" is a contemporary fiction novel set in a town called Shaker Heights, where a family-centered story unfolds with intertwining characters and a mysterious fire that burns down a family home.

Q: What makes "A Curse So Dark and Lonely" by Brigid Kemmerer unique?

"A Curse So Dark and Lonely" is a YA fantasy retelling of Beauty and the Beast, but it offers a fresh take on the story with humor, entertaining plotlines, and references to the modern world within a fantastical setting.

Q: Why does Regan recommend the Crazy Rich Asians trilogy by Kevin Kwan?

Regan had a fun time reading the Crazy Rich Asians trilogy, which follows the outrageous and dramatic lives of a wealthy Chinese family. The books are entertaining, well-written, and provide a perfect summer read.

Q: What did Regan think of "Elantris" by Brandon Sanderson?

Regan liked "Elantris," although it didn't surpass her expectations for a Brandon Sanderson novel. While the beginning and end were strong, she found the middle part to be slow. However, she enjoyed the likable characters, banter, and interesting plot.

Q: Is "Storm and Fury" by Jennifer L. Armentrout a standalone novel?

"Storm and Fury" is the first book in a spin-off series but can be read independently. While it references events from a previous series, the author provides enough context for readers to understand the plot. It is a romance-heavy paranormal fantasy with entertaining combat scenes and a likable protagonist.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• Regan read a total of five books in June, overcoming a reading slump and strategically choosing entertaining and easy-to-read novels.

• She highly recommends "Little Fires Everywhere" by Celeste Ng, a family-centered story set in a pristine town with unsaid rules.

• Regan also enjoyed "A Curse So Dark and Lonely" by Brigid Kemmerer, a fresh and entertaining retelling of Beauty and the Beast.

• She had a fun time reading "Rich People Problems" by Kevin Kwan, the final book in the Crazy Rich Asians trilogy.

• "Elantris" by Brandon Sanderson was a solid read, although it didn't surpass her expectations for a Sanderson novel.

• Regan found "Storm and Fury" by Jennifer L. Armentrout to be an entertaining romance-heavy paranormal fantasy.