Saturday, June 20, 2015

Weekly Wrap-Up: Too Much Rain

What's New:
It has been raining in Michigan like crazy! We have had one day without rain in the past two weeks. I'm so ready for some summer sun, but I don't think it's going to happen anytime soon. I forgot to mention that I have been watching Arrow on Netflix lately, and I am obsessed! I'm half-way through season two, and I'm already dreading tracking down season three because it's not on Netflix. I spend way too much time swooning over Oliver Queen while watching the show.


What I Read:
This week I finished The Sky is Everywhere by Jandy Nelson (review linked below), Ms. Marvel vol 2: Generation Why by Willow Wilson (review coming next week) and continued listening to Howard's End by E.M. Forster. I really enjoyed everything I read this week!

 

What I'm Currently Reading:
I'm still working on Howard's End and I just started Gayle Forman's Just One Day. I wasn't a massive fan of If I Stay, but I have heard lots of great things about this dualology, and I think it will be a perfect summer read.

What I Bought:
I did a little bit of book shopping this week, and I had way too much fun. It has been so long since I took a trip to the bookstore and made a large purchase!

 

The Wrath and the Dawn by Renee Ahdieh
Only Ever Yours by Louise O'Neill
This Shattered World by Amie Kaufman and Meagan Spooner
 

Madame Bovary, Gustave Flaubert
A Gun For Sale, Graham Greene
The Power and the Glory, Graham Greene 
From the Library: 
 

Niomona, Noelle Stevenson 
Ms. Marvel vol 2: Generation Why, Willow Wilson 
What I Posted:
Monday- I did another Just Added post, this one on Adult Fiction
Tuesday- My Summer TBR
Wednesday- I reviewed The Sky is Everywhere by Jandy Nelson
Thursday- I listed a few Authors I Need to Read for the First Time

Last Week's Wrap-Up

What's new with you guys? What's your favorite read of the summer so far? 

Stacking the Shelves hosted by: Tynga's Reviews
The Sunday Post Hosted by: The Caffeinated Book Reviewer
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30 comments:

  1. Grace FonsecaJune 20, 2015 at 11:44 AM

    The Wrath and The Dawn is extremely popular this week. I hope you love all your new books this week.

    Grace @ Books of Love

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  2. vvb32 readsJune 20, 2015 at 8:31 PM

    I'm going to have to check out Arrow. Nice haul. I must get This Shattered World too. Happy reading ;-)

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    1. Mallory @ The Local MuseJune 21, 2015 at 1:56 PM

      Arrow is so addicting! I highly recommend it!
      Thanks for stopping by!

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  3. DebbishJune 21, 2015 at 1:27 AM

    Some great books there! I'm a fan of Arrow as well and look forward to it each week!

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    1. Mallory @ The Local MuseJune 21, 2015 at 1:57 PM

      I'm loving the super hero tv and movies!
      Thanks for stopping by!

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  4. UnknownJune 21, 2015 at 5:34 AM

    You just won my husbands favour, he loves Arrow!

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  5. Grace @ RebelMommyBookBlogJune 21, 2015 at 6:25 AM

    I still need to get to The Sky is Everywhere and Just One Day. Great haul - I really want to get The Wrath and the Dawn and This Shattered World. Enjoy!

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    1. Mallory @ The Local MuseJune 21, 2015 at 1:59 PM

      The Sky is Everywhere is great! Such beautiful writing. I have heard tons of great things about The Wrath and the Dawn.
      Thanks for stopping by!

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  6. Steph from fangswandsandfairydust.comJune 21, 2015 at 8:06 AM

    The Wrath and the Dawn has a great cover. It makes me want to know what is inside. My post: http://fangswandsandfairydust.com/2015/06/sixteen.html

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    1. Mallory @ The Local MuseJune 21, 2015 at 1:59 PM

      It has gotten so much praise lately, I'm excited to see what it's all about!
      Thanks for stopping by!

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  7. Reading Away The DaysJune 21, 2015 at 8:48 AM

    Yay I am so excited I have found someone who can share my delight in Arrow. I obsessed. I already am finished all the seasons currently available. You are in for a treat with season three. I have heard great things about The Wrath and the dawn. I am going to hop over and check your review of The Sky is Everywhere.

    Megan @ http://readingawaythedays.blogspot.co.uk

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    1. Mallory @ The Local MuseJune 21, 2015 at 2:04 PM

      My parents have seen all three seasons, so I'm terrified of accidental spoilers all the time! I loved The Sky is Everywhere! Nelson is such a beautiful writer.
      Thanks for stopping by!

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  8. bibliojunkiesJune 21, 2015 at 10:34 AM

    What a great haul! I've been wanting to read a Jandy Nelson book but haven't managed to yet. I've had Just One Day on my TBR list for a year now! Hope you enjoy your books :) Here's ours: BiblioJunkies Happy reading! ~ Bel

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    1. Mallory @ The Local MuseJune 21, 2015 at 2:05 PM

      I have owned Just One Day forever too! I'm hoping it will be a great summer read!
      Thanks for stopping by!

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  9. Heather @ Random Redheaded RamblingsJune 21, 2015 at 12:47 PM

    Some great books there especially the older ones! I hope you enjoy reading them.

    Have a great week!

    Heather @ Random Redheaded Ramblings

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  10. UnknownJune 21, 2015 at 2:00 PM

    I watched the first half of the first season of Arrow on Netflix. There is a shot of Stephen's abs in every show. :)

    Terri M., the Director
    Second Run Reviews

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    1. Mallory @ The Local MuseJune 21, 2015 at 2:07 PM

      Yes! haha there is always at least one shirtless work-out scene.Not that I'm complaining!
      Thanks for stopping by!

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  11. StormiJune 21, 2015 at 7:21 PM

    I love the Arrow! I started dvring season 3 when it first came on even though I hadn't finished season two cause it had just came on netflix, so we binged it and then caught up on the dvr for season three..those dvrs are very helpful..lol.

    You got some interesting books hope you enjoy them all!

    Stormi
    Week in Review

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    1. Mallory @ The Local MuseJune 22, 2015 at 3:06 PM

      I'm just about to start season three, and I'm a little nervous! The end of season two was so intense!
      Thanks for stopping by!

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  12. Lisa MandinaJune 21, 2015 at 8:09 PM

    I need a copy of The Wrath and the Dawn soon. But, alas, money. Great haul!
    Check out my Sunday Post

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    1. Mallory @ The Local MuseJune 22, 2015 at 3:06 PM

      I hear ya! Too many books, not enough money!
      Thanks for stopping by!

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  13. I Was Angelized_1stJune 21, 2015 at 8:13 PM

    I've been wanting to read The Sky is Everywhere, because I loved I'll Give You the Sun so much. Have you read that? I can't wait to read your review!

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    1. Mallory @ The Local MuseJune 22, 2015 at 3:10 PM

      Yes, I read and loved both of Nelson's novels! She is becoming one of my favorite authors!
      Thanks for stopping by!

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  14. KrystiannaJune 22, 2015 at 8:40 AM

    Just One Day is one of my favorite books so I really hope that you enjoy that! Only Ever Yours sounds awesome too.
    Krystianna @ Downright Dystopian

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    1. Mallory @ The Local MuseJune 22, 2015 at 3:12 PM

      So glad to hear you loved Just One Day! I'm about to start it after finishing blog things, and now I'm even more excited to get a start!
      Thanks for stopping by!

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  15. CynthiaJune 22, 2015 at 2:38 PM

    Only Ever Yours was SO GOOD!!! I think you will love it.

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    1. Mallory @ The Local MuseJune 22, 2015 at 3:11 PM

      I think it's going to be so poignant and thought provoking! I can't wait!
      Thanks for stopping by!

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