My Monday tradition, including a look back and a look ahead — what I read last week, what new books came my way, and what books are keeping me busy right now. Plus a smattering of other stuff too.
Life.
Where did my weekend go? I want a do-over!
What did I read during the last week?
Meat Cute by Gail Carriger: An absolutely adorable novella that finally tells the story of Alexia and Connal’s first meeting and that unfortunate hedgehog incident that started it all! And if you have no idea what I’m talking about… well, this is a prequel story set in the world of the Parasol Protectorate, which is one of my very favorite series of all times!
The Secret Commonwealth (The Book of Dust, #2) by Philip Pullman: I had such mixed feelings about this book. My thoughts are here.
The Two Lives of Lydia Bird by Josie Silver: Sad but life-affirming contemporary romance. My review is here.
When You Were Everything by Ashley Woodfolk: Moving YA novel. My review is here.
In audiobooks:
Storm Cursed by Patricia Briggs: This was a re-read for me, and I loved it all over again! And now I’m 100% ready for the new Mercy book coming next month!
Pop culture — Outlander, season 5:
We’re now two episodes into season 5 of Outlander! For past seasons, I’ve posted my reaction posts right after each new episode, but somehow Sunday nights have become extra hectic lately. So… while I’ve already watched the 2nd episode, my write-up will have to wait a day or two.
Meanwhile, from last week:
Episode 501, “The Fiery Cross” (aired 2/16/2020) – check out my thoughts here.
Fresh Catch:
One of these things is not like the others…
Oh, that sinking feeling when your book order arrives and you discover that one book in the series has different dimensions than the others. Why, book gods, why? Ah well, I’m still excited to have a bunch of Witcher books ready to enjoy.
What will I be reading during the coming week?
Currently in my hands:
The Collapsing Empire by John Scalzi: Considering I bought this book about two years ago, it’s about time I finally read it.
Now playing via audiobook:
The Bookshop on the Shore by Jenny Colgan: I can always count on this author to lift my spirits!
Ongoing reads:
The Space Between by Diana Gabaldon: The latest in Outlander Book Club’s group read-alongs. This is yet another terrific novella set in the wider world of the Outlander series. It’s a re-read for me, and I’m enjoying it all over again.
Don Quixote by Miguel de Cervantes: My book group’s newest classic read is now underway. We’re reading and discussing two chapters per week.
So many books, so little time…
Bookshelf Fantasies 
Ooh I want those editions of the witcher as well! Also I hate it when books are different sizes.. Especially if you already own one, and order the next in the series, assuming it is the same and then it is not..
Enjoy your reading!
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Thanks so much! Have a great week!
When you were everything looks so good. Off to read your review now. Have a lovely week and happy reading.
Wishing you a great week as well!
Oh yeah, I swear it was just Monday too😬 I had fun with The Collapsing Empire! And boo for The Last Wish being so small. I heard Orbit went back to press for a new printing because of the TV show, but still!
I’m liking The Collapsing Empire so far — although I tried the audiobook first, and could not follow the story at all! But now that I switched to print, it’s just fine. 🙂 I think with The Last Wish, the edition with the size that matches is now a TV tie-in cover, so it doesn’t match the look of the others. So annoying.
Sorry your books came in different shapes!!! Tho I’d just be excited to have the Witcher series haha
Yes, I can look past the size issue, because I’m really happy to have the books! 🙂
I hope you enjoy ‘The Collapsing Empire’! I loooved it 🙂
And damn, this is SO annoying with your Witcher books! How even! :O
I just finished Collapsing Empire this morning. So good! Can’t wait to start #2.