I’ve seen this novel recommended on lots of lists & BookTok posts & finally read it. It made me think of this quote pictured because it was such a beautifully crafted portrait of a life torn by grief & depression with a second chance for happiness ♥️ #TigerNationReads (83 of ‘23)

My friend recommended this author and if I recall this was one she especially liked. There’s a cute gardener! These are not classified as romance since it is general fiction with a small romantic plot line but just the right amount of love ❤️ #TigerNationReads (Book 84 of ‘23)

One of the biggest benefits of reading is building empathy. Page bravely shares a glimpse into his life living in the closet & then publicly coming out, both as gay & then later as trans. Biggest lesson: Treat others gently & with kindness (Book 85 of ‘23) #TigerNationReads

Clearly I have become an Abbi Waxman fan and for good reason. This novel is a dual POV with a mom and daughter’s perspectives on a weeklong college visit trip. To say I found it relatable is an understatement. 😂 (Book 86 of ‘23) #TigerNationReads

Ann Patchett is an absolute master of her craft with richly drawn characters and such depth to her stories. Add to that the audio version being performed by Meryl Streep, herself a master of her craft - this was beautiful. 👏🏻#TigerNationReads (Book 87 of ‘23)

I find myself constantly surprised that I’ve embraced Fantasy Romance so much this year, but BookTok has definitely led me down this unexpected path. This one has vampires (not sparkly) #TigerNationReads (88 & 1/2? I’ll find the 2nd novella & count them both as 1 in book total)

While this was overall an enjoyable read like other Waxman novels I’ve read recently, it was jam-packed full of characters & had too much “head-hopping” from character POV to character POV (often on same page) for my taste. Love this quote though #TigerNationReads (Book 89 of ‘23

Being a boy mom of 3 teenage sons, I have watched my fair share of Star Wars & have always been a Princess Leia fan. I have mixed feelings about this behind the scenes glimpse into the life of Carrie Fisher, but it was something different. #TigerNationReads (Book 90 of ‘23)

If I weren’t counting my books & getting close to 100 for the year, a personal best, I would’ve DNF’d this one. Perhaps the best reason to read this, for me, was to learn what doesn’t work in a romance that had many elements I would normally enjoy. #TigerNationReads (91 of ‘23)

I’m a huge fan of Kwame Alexander’s books, & while this was different from what I am used to from him, it had some beautiful parts, some difficult moments, some parts that made me laugh, & some parts that made me cry. #TigerNationReads (Book 92 of ‘23)

Finished the first book in a duology that follows the Shadow & Bone trilogy I finished a few months back. Bardugo has crafted an interesting world of magic and adventure. Working on the second book now. #TigerNationReads (Book 93 of ‘23)

Prince Harry’s behind the scenes of his Royal life definitely doesn’t paint a fairy tale life story. Even though I enjoy most things British, this sorta makes me glad I’m not British and very glad I am not under the eye of the British press. #TigerNationReads (94 of ‘23)

I have seen many glowing reviews of this cozy Fantasy romance and I put my hold in over a month ago for this audio copy on Libby. I finished it in less than 24 hours. Found family. Magic. Lots to love in this one. Definitely recommend #TigerNationReads (Book 95 of ‘23)

Great series for non-stop action. Constant schemes and escapes and cons and fights and getting ready for the schemes and escapes and cons and fights. Lots of characters in an interesting well-developed world. Minor romantic storylines. #TigerNationReads (Book 96 of ‘23)

I haven’t read anything by this author, but her writing is smart & engaging, so I’ll need to read more. Main character writes for a SNL-like show, which was fun to read. Partly set in the early days of COVID, it feels weird to be our recent past. #TigerNationReads (97 of ‘23)

Ok trying something new with my books this year. I’m logging in Goodreads and then trying to share. Let’s see if this works. Book #1 completed for 2024. #TigerNationReads goodreads.com/book/show/4051…

Thanks Toy Tigers for celebrating Teacher Appreciation week with Friday donuts and photo op #TTSGGG