What did you read this Spring, 2019?
BOOKS
Out of all the books I read in the last two months, two were completely remarkable. I intentionally choose the word remarkable because I’m still thinking about both of these books. These titles were really, really good, and while The Thousandth Floor is definitely for YA readers, I’d encourage any age to read The Sky is Painted Gold.
A Sky Painted Gold by Laura Wood
Oh, A Sky Painted Gold, by Laura Wood, is so dreamy! It has so many qualities that I love about a book: Fitzgerald’s rich description, Jane Austen’s romantic tension, Shakespearean’s comedy of errors, and Vogue’s fashion. When I’m reading a book that I want to slow down because it’s just so good, I know I’m reading a great book. A Sky Painted Gold is like that. I didn’t want it to end. Can that suffice for a review? I don’t want to give anything away–rather I’d like you to trust me when I tell you that A Sky Painted Gold is a really good read.
The Thousandth Floor by Katharine McGee
Days after reading The Thousandth Floor by Katharine McGee, I was still thinking about. Even now, weeks after reading this book, thoughts of it will come into my mind. There are four main characters who serve as narrators. First off, I love it when multiple points of views are shared. Second of all, I feel so bad for the villain. I mean, I still feel so bad for her even though she’s totally messed up. In fact I feel for all the characters. This book takes place far off into the future–a future where the weather is controlled and communication through our devices can happen with a flick of the eye. The wealthy live up on the thousandth floor or a little below while the poor live down below and the even poorer live below the hundredth floor. I don’t usually read sequels–there are too many other books for me to read, but the fact that I’m still thinking about these characters means I’ll be reading The Dazzling Heights.
AUDIOBOOKS
I love an audiobook where the author reads their own words. It makes it that much more special to listen to, and that is probably why out of all the audiobooks I listened to in March and April, I chose these two to share–they’re read by their authors.
Becoming by Michelle Obama
I had started Becoming back in February, but then the book expired on my Overdrive account. I was quite devastated as Michelle had just met Barak, and they were starting to fall in love. I was definitely eager to be able to check the book out again! Once I did Michelle did not disappoint. I am not a very political person, but I am proud to say I voted for Barack Obama. Listening to all the stories and the entire history behind his becoming president with her support and her sacrifices was very interesting. What’s special is in Michelle’s eyes they are still BECOMING and will forever be evolving. Aren’t we all?
Girl, Stop Apologizing by Rachel Hollis
Do you ever feel like you need a pep talk? Just someone to cheer you up, make you feel validated, give you a little empowerment? Well, Rachel Hollis is definitely your girl–litearlly! Girl, Stop Apologizing totally got me pumped–just as her other title, Girl, Wash Your Face, did the same. (Here’s my review of her first book.) Rachel Hollis is such a little woman, but wow! Does she pack a punch and lift up other women. I’d love to attend one of her Rise workshops; I can’t imagine how pumped up I’d be after one of her weekends. In the meantime, when I need a little pick me up, I know my GIRL!
