WWW Wednesday is a weekly event where you share (1) What you’re currently reading, (2) What you recently finished reading, and (3) What you think you’ll read next. Originally hosted Taking On A World Of Words.
What’s up, guys? March is coming to an end and I still can’t believe how fast senior year is going! I’ve got a lot planned for the coming week in terms of reading, and I’m definitely excited.
What are you currently reading?
From the author of the New York Times bestseller Eleanor & Park. A coming-of-age tale of fan fiction, family and first love.
Cath is a Simon Snow fan.
Okay, the whole world is a Simon Snow fan…
But for Cath, being a fan is her life—and she’s really good at it. She and her twin sister, Wren, ensconced themselves in the Simon Snow series when they were just kids; it’s what got them through their mother leaving. Reading. Rereading. Hanging out in Simon Snow forums, writing Simon Snow fan fiction, dressing up like the characters for every movie premiere.
Cath’s sister has mostly grown away from fandom, but Cath can’t let go. She doesn’t want to.
Now that they’re going to college, Wren has told Cath she doesn’t want to be roommates. Cath is on her own, completely outside of her comfort zone. She’s got a surly roommate with a charming, always-around boyfriend, a fiction-writing professor who thinks fan fiction is the end of the civilized world, a handsome classmate who only wants to talk about words… And she can’t stop worrying about her dad, who’s loving and fragile and has never really been alone.
For Cath, the question is: Can she do this? Can she make it without Wren holding her hand? Is she ready to start living her own life? Writing her own stories?
And does she even want to move on if it means leaving Simon Snow behind?
I’m JUST about to begin this novel, and it’s been a long time coming to say the least. I’ve heard much about this book, both good and bad, but I’m excited to read it nonetheless. Cath sounds like a really relatable character and while I’m fairly distant from Rainbow Rowell’s work (the only work I’ve read of hers is a short story from the contemporary anthology My True Love Gave To Me), there’s no doubt she’s a talented writer.
What have you recently finished reading?
The long path to the throne has only just begun for Aelin Galathynius as war looms on the horizon. Loyalties have been broken and bought, friends have been lost and gained, and those who possess magic find themselves at odds with those who don’t.
With her heart sworn to the warrior-prince by her side, and her fealty pledged to the people she is determined to save, Aelin will delve into the depths of her power to protect those she loves. But as monsters emerge from the horrors of the past, and dark forces become poised to claim her world, the only chance for salvation will lie in a desperate quest that may mark the end of everything Aelin holds dear.
In this breathtaking fifth installment of the New York Times bestselling Throne of Glass series, Aelin will have to choose what—and who—to sacrifice if she’s to keep the world of Erilea from breaking apart.
Empire Of Storms wasn’t as engaging to me as Queen Of Shadows, but I enjoyed it nonetheless. Like I said before, I really loved reading about Maeve’s cadre and their relationship with Rowan, Elide and Lorcan’s relationship, and Aedion’s character development from Aelin’s loyal little puppy to someone more than that. SJM’s writing has improved so much, especially when she writes drama and action. I mean, that ending?! SJM, how dare you?!
And…
In the next installment of the New York Times bestselling Throne of Glass series, follow Chaol on his sweeping journey to a distant empire.
Chaol Westfall has always defined himself by his unwavering loyalty, his strength, and his position as the Captain of the Guard. But all of that has changed since the glass castle shattered, since his men were slaughtered, since the King of Adarlan spared him from a killing blow, but left his body broken.
His only shot at recovery lies with the legendary healers of the Torre Cesme in Antica—the stronghold of the southern continent’s mighty empire. And with war looming over Dorian and Aelin back home, their survival might lie with Chaol and Nesryn convincing its rulers to ally with them.
But what they discover in Antica will change them both—and be more vital to saving Erilea than they could have imagined.
This book was a triumph in a number of aspects — from Chaol’s wonderful character development and further insight into Nesryn and Yrene’s background, to the intricate world-building/culture of Antica and the action/intrigue. The romance was lovely as well and I especially loved how slowly and naturally it progressed. It’s going to literal hell waiting for TOG7.
What will you be reading next?
Signed, sealed, delivered…
While spacing out in chemistry class, Lily scribbles some of her favorite song lyrics onto her desk. The next day, she finds that someone has continued the lyrics on the desk and added a message to her. Intrigue!
Soon, Lily and her anonymous pen pal are exchanging full-on letters—sharing secrets, recommending bands, and opening up to each other. Lily realizes she’s kind of falling for this letter writer. Only, who is he? As Lily attempts to unravel the mystery and juggle school, friends, crushes, and her crazy family, she discovers that matters of the heart can’t always be spelled out…
It’s been a long time since I’ve read any Kasie West, and since I’m in a contemporary mood (I’ve been reading so much fantasy lately, whew!), it seemed like a good idea to pick this one up. Let’s hope it satisfies my fluffy contemporary romance needs!
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