Hello, hello and welcome back to another episode of WWW Wednesday, a weekly meme hosted by Sam @ Taking On A World of Words, which means I’ll be answering these questions:
- What did you read last?
- What are you currently reading?
- What will you read next?
Since last week, I’ve finished 2 books. It’s been a slow but steady reading week.
Black Sun (Between Earth and Sky #1) by Rebecca Roanhorse ★★★★½
What an epic read! I’m so glad that I buddy-read this with Becky because I gushed a lot and it was nice to have someone to chat theories with. My review is up tomorrow but long story short: I loved the world-building and characters so much and I can’t wait to continue the series next month! 😍
A Rose Among Thorns (Hall of Thorns #1) by Ash Fitzsimmons ★★★★☆
Despite a bit of a rocky start, I ended up really enjoying this novella that’s a combination of cosy fantasy + cosy mystery. The characters were entertaining, the plot fast-paced, and the fantasy world-building and magic system had a light touch. I’m keen to continue this series! My review is coming up this Saturday.
The Book That Wouldn’t Burn ⇢ 47%
I’m making small and steady progress with this. At this point, it’s all slowly coming together and I’m still enjoying it a lot! Although the world-building and very descriptive writing can be a bit overwhelming at times, I’m amazed by Lawrence’s storytelling and I’m keen to see how he continues to weave the threads together.
Immortal Dark ⇢ 1%
I’m very nervous about starting this one because my track record with my most anticipated releases this year has not been great. 😅 I’ve just finished the prologue so I don’t have much to say other than I’m intrigued!
My mood has been funky lately so other than the ARCs, let’s see!
What are you currently reading? Have you read any of these books or are they also on your TBR? Happy reading, friends!
dinipandareads 
Ahhh you’re starting Immortal Dark! I can’t wait to hear your thoughts on it. I’m so glad you loved Black Sun, I really enjoyed our buddy read, and can’t wait to start book two 🙂
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I ended up *really* enjoying it! I can see why it will and won’t work for some readers but holy granola, that was intense and I loved it 😂
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Oooh that’s good to hear!
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I don’t know anything about the book, but imagine going to the library on the cover of The Book that Wouldn’t Burn😍
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Oh, that library image on the cover doesn’t even cover how large the library in the book actually is. It’s a labyrinth that stretches on for eternity. It’s amazing 😂😍
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The Book That Wouldn’t Burn truly screws with your head, I can see why some don’t like it but I found it amazing, I hope it ends up the same way for yourself!!
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Yep, definitely screws with the mind 😂 I know I can read much more into the story but I’m kind of on the surface of that depth right now cos I’m worried it might overwhelm me and I’ll get more confused, haha. BUT it’s still somehow working for me. The world building is incredible!
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Ohhh, Black Sun is on my TBR! I’m so glad that you loved it. We NEED to do a buddy read!! It’s been sooo long.
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I didn’t realise Black Sun was still on your TBR! Why did I think you’d already read it?! 😂 And YES! It’s been so long since we did a buddy read. Let’s do something soon—I’m so down for it!
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I hope Immortal Dark doesn’t let you down. Black Sun is on my TBR. Glad to hear you enjoyed it!
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I ended up really enjoying Immortal Dark! It was *very* dark and not an easy read emotionally because of the intensity of our MCs but it worked for me in the end and I’m so excited to read the next book already 😂 I hope you enjoy Black Sun!
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I got all excited seeing a book set somewhere I knew well – Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn.
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Based on the author’s note, it’s a place she grew up in as well so I’m excited to read it 🙂
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I love the cover for Rose Among Thorns – so pretty 😍
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It’s so pretty and it’s a great cosy fantasy/cosy mystery combo!
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I’m excited to see your opinion on Immortal Dark, I’m still not sure if I should pick it up 😅
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I finished it last night and I ended up really enjoying it a lot! I still need to gather my thoughts on it but I can see why it would work for some and why it won’t for others. It’s incredibly dark and violent, plus the MCs aren’t necessarily the easiest to like and they’re the most morally grey characters I’ve had the pleasure to read. 😂 I’m so glad it ended up working out for me, lol
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I’m still so torn 😅😅 I read the first few chapters but then saw some mixed reviews and dropped it, because Sanderson is calling me.
I think I’ll try to continue for a few more chapters and see if I enjoy it.
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I loved Black Sun! You just reminded me I’ve had the sequel on my kindle for awhile now and I still have to read it. Enjoy all your reads!
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I can’t wait to continue the series and see what happens next. I’m so glad that the whole series is out now 😂
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Yes! Maybe now I’ll be motivated to finish the whole series.
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OH MY GOD DINI MY BOOK IS ON YOUR BLOG. 😭😭 I hope you continue to find reads you enjoy and that work calms down ASAP!
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YOUR BOOK IS ON MY BLOG!! AAAAAH 😍 Will be picking it up soon and I can’t wait to read it!!! 💜
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Ahhhhhhh that is both so exciting and so terrifying! 🥰😅 I hope you love it but absolutely NO PRESSURE AT ALL if it’s not your cup of tea. 🥰
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