latest book reviews
This Time Tomorrow by Emma Straub (Review)
everyone told me I’d like this book. everyone was right. The vibes book / lip oil / phone case / wine glasses / shoes / backpack / bracelets Maybe that was the trick to life: to notice all the tiny moments in the day when everything else fell away and, for a split second, or…
Ghosts by Dolly Alderton (Review)
not to be dramatic but this book spoke to my soul on a cellular level. The vibes book / candle / glasses / wine glass / eyeshadow /lip gloss / bow “Being a heterosexual woman who loved men meant being a translator for their emotions, a palliative nurse for their pride and a hostage negotiator…
Bright Young Women by Jessica Knoll (Review)
Haven’t stopped thinking about this book since I read it, and I don’t foresee that changing tbh. The vibes book / headphones / pepper spray / fanny pack / wine glasses / shades / candle / lip gloss “Law enforcement would rather we remember a dull man as brilliant than take a good hard look…
All the Light We Cannot See (Book and Show Review)
“Open your eyes and see what you can with them before they close forever.” ― Anthony Doerr, All the Light We Cannot See The vibes book / loungewear / blanket / candle / wine glasses / slippers / headphones The review Marie-Laure is the daughter of a locksmith, working at the Museum of Natural History.…
Red White and Royal Blue (Review)
“History, huh? Bet we could make some.” ― Casey McQuiston, Red, White & Royal Blue The vibes book / tee / mug / hat / stickers / candle / bracelets The review Alex Claremont-Diaz is the first son of America. He’s also a politician in training, occasional party boy, brother to June, half Mexican, America’s biggest bachelor,…
28 Summers (Review)
“And the worst thing about being young is not being able to appreciate that you’re young because you aren’t old enough to know any better.” — Elin Hilderbrand, 28 Summers The vibe book / candle / basket / hat / swimsuit / cover-up / jewelry / sunglasses / jar / The review It all started in…
American Royals — Full Series Review
Imagine a present day America — an alternate universe, so to speak — where when America was founded, it opted to set up its own monarchy, rather than set up a democratic country. What would the US be like with a royal family? One about to get its first-ever ruling queen? The vibes Book 1 /…
Midnight Is The Darkest Hour (Review) — out 10/3
“What is it about us teenage girls that claws so deeply under people’s skin? We’re reviled and desired in equal measure; cringed at, laughed at, then lunged at.” — Ashley Winstead, Midnight Is the Darkest Hour The vibes book / bathing suit / Twilight set / dress / shoes / necklace / bracelets / blanket…
Yellowface (Review)
“Writing is the closest thing we have to real magic. Writing is creating something out of nothing, is opening doors to other lands. Writing gives you power to shape your own world when the real one hurts too much. To stop writing would kill me.” — R. F. Kuang, Yellowface The vibes book / notebook…
The Paris Agent (Review)
A dual-timeline historical fiction that follows two Paris agents during WWII and a father and daughter who are getting to the bottom of what happened to them years later. The vibes book / blanket / candle / wine glasses / reading glasses / slippers / hand cream The review 1970 — Charlotte and her father,…
Happiness for Beginners (Review)
“Not getting what you want is actually the trick to it all. Because not getting what you want forces you to appreciate what you already have.” — Katherine Center, Happiness for Beginners The vibes book / windbreaker / leggings / boots / cap / backpack / water bottle The review Helen’s divorce is final, though…
Business or Pleasure (Review)
Oh my oh my, am I blushing? Get ready to cozy up with this one…….. in bed. The vibes book / wine glasses / socks / blanket / sweatshirt / sticker / candle / notepad The review Once an aspiring journalist, Chandler has ended up in a career of ghostwriting. And, she’s actually kind of…
The Spectacular (Review)
An incredibly written historical fiction book inspired by real events and the glitz and glamour of The New York City Rockettes. Read my review of The Magnolia Palace by Fiona Davis. Read my review of The Lions of Fifth Avenue by Fiona Davis. The vibes book / dress / coat / purse / shoes /…
None of This is True – Out 8/8 (Review)
You won’t know who to trust in this twisty psychological thriller from an all-time great. The vibes book (out 8/8) / dress / shoes / purse / headphones / sunglasses / necklace / polish The review Two women born on the same day at the same hospital — and 45 years later, their paths cross.…
Hotel Nantucket (Review)
Get you a beach read that has everything — history, romance, even a ghost! The vibe book / dress / hat / beach bag / swimsuit bottoms and top / necklace / sunnies / shoes / earrings The review The Hotel Nantucket is cursed. Well, that’s what the rumors say at least. But when a billionaire…
Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow (Review)
“What is a game?” Marx said. “It’s tomorrow, and tomorrow, and tomorrow. It’s the possibility of infinite rebirth, infinite redemption. The idea that if you keep playing, you could win. No loss is permanent, because nothing is permanent, ever.” ― Gabrielle Zevin, Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow The vibes book / shoes / tumbler / necklace /…
Hello Stranger (Review)
We’re all struggling with our struggles. Nobody has the answers. And everybody, deep down, is a little bit lost.” ― Katherine Center, Hello Stranger The vibe Book (out 7/11) / dress / leash / hat / shoes / backpack / sunglasses / painting set / wearable blanket The review Sadie Montgomery is a portrait artist on the…
Cutting Teeth (Review)
I love, love, LOVE Chandler Baker’s books. You can always count on them to have social commentary that hits deep, a big plot twist and/or whodunnit, and a cast of relatable characters. Even when the book is about child vampires. The vibe book / jumpsuit / bag / charm bracelet / first aid kit /…
Big Gay Wedding (Review)
Calling all fans of Schitt’s Creek — this book will warm your heart and make ya laugh out loud in the same chapter. The vibe book / blazer dress / shoes / purse / notebook / wine glasses / candle / necklace / fascinator The review Barnett Durang has complicated feelings about his childhood home. On…
The Celebrants (Review)
“To think about life is to contemplate death — it’s what makes living so valuable. Our time here is limited, gone in the blink of an eye.” — Steven Rowley, The Celebrants The vibe book / tissues / top / bottom / cover up / shoes / hat / bag / shades The review A group of six…
Fourth Wing (Review)
“Fascinating. You look all frail and breakable, but you’re really a violent little thing, aren’t you?” — Rebecca Yarros, Fourth Wing The vibes book (shipping delay) / pants / jacket / tee / boots / backpack / necklace / ring / sticker The review At age 20, Violet Sorrengail is ready to take her place…
The True Love Experiment (Review)
The quirky, cool girl who’s finally hit a rut can get the guy — especially if forced to do so on live television. The vibe Fizzy loves a pop of color… book / jumpsuit / shoes / eye shadow / nail polish / lip gloss / purse / notebook / earrings The review Felicity Chen is…
The Cuban Heiress (Review)
You need a beach read? I’ve got the perfect one for ya. The vibes book / dress / shoes / hat / bag / necklace / shades The review A 1934 luxury cruise between New York and Cuba turns into the setting of an edge-of-your-seat mystery featuring heiress Catherine Dohan and the mysterious Elena Palacio.…
Yours Truly (Review)
“We’re all a little broken, Briana. We are a mosaic. We’re made up of all those we’ve met and all the things we’ve been through. There are parts of us that are colorful and dark and jagged and beautiful. And I love every piece of you. Even the ones you wish didn’t exist.” ― Abby Jimenez, Yours…
Mika in Real Life (Review)
“Maybe that was the key to parenting: you couldn’t keep your children from being hurt, but you could give them a soft place to land.” ― Emiko Jean, Mika in Real Life The vibe I was inspired by Penny’s youth and runner vibe — plus this GORGEOUS cover! book / shoes / shorts / sports bra / tank…
Stars in an Italian Sky (Review)
Calling all fashion-loving readers ready to be swept away to Italy for a whirlwind romance or two. The vibe book / dress / shoes / bracelets / mugs / espresso maker / lip gloss / nail polish The review This dual timeline historical fiction book has all the ingredients to break your heart — so…
Georgie, All Along (Review)
Sometimes going back is what you need to move forward. The vibe book / swimsuit / cover-up / shades / hoops / necklace / bag / shoes / bandana The review After escaping her small hometown for a fast-paced assistant career in Hollywood, Georgie is back in town to help her best friend prepare for…
Did You Hear About Kitty Karr? (Review)
“There are as many sides of the truth as people telling the story.” ― Crystal Smith Paul, Did You Hear About Kitty Karr? The vibes an outfit inspired by this gorgeous cover, yet a more casual, accessible look. book / jumpsuit / jacket / necklace / earrings / lipstick / sandals / handbag / eyeshadow The review…
The Collected Regrets of Clover (Review)
Death, she gets. It’s life she can’t figure out. The vibe Clover loves nights curled up on her couch watching romcoms with her pets — and occasionally peeping in on her neighbors. book / blanket / candle / candle tools / pillow / notebook / pen / headphones / binoculars The review Clover doesn’t really have…
Meet Me At The Lake (Review)
Your next vacay read has arrived to sweep you away and give you major heart eyes! The vibe It’s giving summer professional coffee fanatic — aka Fern Brookbanks. book / dress / sandals / bag / journal / pens / earrings / necklace / mug / pour over The review Fern spent so much of her…
Happy Place (Review)
“My best friends taught me a new kind of quiet, the peaceful stillness of knowing one another so well you don’t need to fill the space. And a new kind of loud: noise as a celebration, as the overflow of joy at being alive, here, now.” ― Emily Henry, Happy Place The vibes Consider this your packing…
The Soulmate (Review)
Calling all domestic drama and thriller lovers — have I got a beach read for you! The vibe Getting to the bottom of your husband’s potential involvement in maybe a murder doesn’t make for the best family beach day in Australia — but this outfit does! book / swimsuit / cover up / towel / cap…
Romantic Comedy (Review)
“If you’re our age and single, dating kind of has to be an act of reckless optimism, right? The triumph of hope over experience?” — Curtis Sittenfeld, Romantic Comedy The vibe The Sally Millz late night writing session (pandemic chair yoga with her stepdad) outfit. book / leggings / shoes / hoodie / notebook /…
The Guncle (Review)
Oh my gosh what a huggable, loveable little summer read. If this one isn’t already on your summer TBR, add 👏🏼 it 👏🏼 now 👏🏼 🕺🏼THE GUNCLE by Steven Rowley🕺🏼 Former TV star Patrick’s fine living his reclusive desert life in Palm Springs but when his college best friend and sister-in-law dies of cancer, things…
The Daydreams (Review)
Nostalgic for the Britney/Justin era of pop culture, I’m so mad this book (about a reunion special of a show where high schoolers sing and dance) is a work of fiction. I WANT TO SEE THE DAYDREAMS FR FR! The vibe book (out 5/2) / sweatsuit / shoes / purse / microphone / journal /…
Drowning (Review)
“Six minutes after flight 1421 takes off, it crashes into the ocean. The passengers who survived the crash think it’s a miracle. They believe they’re the lucky ones. Then the plane begins to sink to the ocean floor.” — Drowning by T.J. Newman The vibes I call this — cozy up and tuck in, because there’s…
Financial Feminist (Review)
“The patriarchy realizes that when a woman gains the knowledge to build wealth, soon it will have no control over her life or decisions.” — Tori Dunlap, Financial Feminist: Overcome the Patriarchy’s Bullsh*t to Master Your Money and Build a Life You Love The vibe book / notebook / pens / stickies / candle / calculator…
Beyond That, The Sea (Review)
A story of a British girl and the American family that takes her in during WWII, only to play a significant role in each other’s lives for decades to come. The vibe book / swimsuit / cover up / hat / shoes / towel / bag / sunglasses Bonus vibes (because I did not live…
Dear Edward (Review)
“What happened is baked into your bones, Edward. It lives under your skin. It’s not going away. It’s part of you and will be part of you every moment until you die. What you’ve been working on, since the first time I met you, is learning to live with that.” — Ann Napolitano, Dear Edward The…
We Were Never Here (Review)
Calling all wanderlusters — got a fab summer thriller for ya! 🤫 WE WERE NEVER HERE by Andi Bartz 🤫 College best friends and travel buddies, Emily and Kristen love to explore parts of the world where tourists haven’t yet taken over. The story picks up on the duo’s current trip to Chile, the first after the…
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