We have made it through the month of May. It has definitely been a stressful month. I was able to escape a bit through books and television ( How to Get Away with Murder and King of Queens, I thank you lol).
I’ve read fourteen books this month. They were
The Invitation by Ashley Antoinette –5 stars
Carter Boys 3 & 4 by Desiree- Full review to come
A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder by Holly Jackson- 5 stars
Sugar, Butter, Flour, Love by Nicole Falls- 4 stars
The Grownup by Gillian Flynn- 2.5 stars ( I’m still trying to digest this one lol)
Clap When You Land by Elizabeth Acevedo- 4.5 stars
More Than Enough by Elaine Welteroth– 4 stars
The Gilded Ones by Namina Forna– 5 stars
Madjesty Vs Jayden by T. Styles- 4 stars
Living Single 3,4,5, 6 by K. Yvette- Full review to come
I did not finish (DNF) two books this month.
Get A Life Chloe Brown by Talia Hibbert– This was my second attempt to read this book. I usually don’t attempt to push myself to read books that I put to the side but I’ve heard some good things about this book ( the second book in the series, “Take a Hint, Dani Brown, releases June 23rd by the way). Sadly, I just was not able to get into it.
What Lies Between Us by John Marrs– Now this one I will definitely be giving another chance in the future. I started this after reading “ Clap When You Land” (which I loved) and had book hangover. I just could not really focus. So I set it to the side and decided to switch up genres. I do plan on reading this book in the future.
Books I Added to My Collection
Before I even get to my books acquired during the month of May… I gave into peer pressure big time! Lol. There have been so many book recommendations and so many ebook deals that I just could not resist! Do not judge me. And to a certain Facebook book club, I definitely place the majority of the blame on you lol.
Clap When You Land by Elizabeth Acevedo
The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes by Suzanne Collins
A Good Marriage by Kimberly McCreight
Akata Witch by Nnedi Okorafor
The Henna Artist by Alka Joshi
The Vanishing Stair by Maureen Johnson
Sharp Objects by Gillian Flynn
A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder by Holly Jackson
Living Single 3,4,5,6 by K. Yvette
Living Single ( The Completed Series) by K.Yvette
The Grownup by Gillian Flynn
He Who is a Friend by Love Belvin
More Than Enough by Elaine Welteroth
The Worst Best Man By Mia Sosa
Trouble’s What You’re in by Danielle Allen
Betrayal by A. Marie
Front St. Porter by Nina
Sorry I Missed You by Suzy Krause
Happiness in Jersey by Jacinta Howard
Finding Kennedy by Jacinta Howard
Keeping Kennedy by Jacinta Howard
Sugar, Butter, Flour, Love by Nicole Falls
Higher Learning by Alexandria House
Should’ve Been by Alexandria House
**I should really make June a no buy month but I know a few of my favorite authors have hinted about some surprise releases so here’s looking at you July. **
The Rantings of a Book Addict 
What a great May wrap, and book buying month! This month I’ve read and listened to 17 books so far. I am currently finishing up The Night Swim to take me to 18.
I too have bought quite a few books this month and have seen some that will drop in June that I will be picking up.
My most anticipated books to drop in June are #1 The Vanishing Half (Pre-ordered), and Home Before Dark (BOTM).
My list that I want are The Boyfriend Project, What you Wish for, Saving Ruby King, The Dilemma, and Party of Two. Just to name a few. I know there is a couple others in there. 😉
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Since this post, I have bought one more book that was on sale, “All the Stars and Teeth” by Adalyn Grace. I am super excited about The Vanishing Half and have it pre ordered. There are so many others I can’t wait to get ❤
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