Book Haul (12)
**Book Haul: Exciting New Reads and Thoughts on Covers, Cancer, and Classic Literature**
Hello, fellow book lovers! I’m back with another book haul—yes, just like last time, I know it’s been only two weeks since my last post. But hey, we bookworms have a problem, don’t we? We just can’t resist grabbing all these great books, especially when they’re on sale! So, here’s what I got over the past three days. Let me walk you through each one and share my thoughts.
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### 1. **Between the Lines by Jodi Picoult & Samantha Van Leer**
This is the first book I’m going to talk about, and it happens to be the only one I paid full price for—though honestly, at $14 instead of the original $20, I still think it’s a steal for such a beautifully bound hardcover. Jodi Picoult is one of my favorite authors, even though I don’t read all her books because some of her topics aren’t quite up my alley. But this one is different—it’s her and her daughter’s debut collaboration.
The story follows a girl who keeps rereading the same fairy tale over and over until it starts to come alive. It sounds like a modern-day fairy tale, and I’m super excited to dive into it. Plus, there are even illustrations and drawings inside! I’ve heard mixed reviews about it, but the unique concept and stunning cover make me hopeful that this one will be a winner.
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### 2. **Sarah Dessen’s New Releases: *That Summer* and *Dreamland***
Okay, let’s shift gears to my all-time favorite author, Sarah Dessen. I’ve loved her since I was 16, and now at 23, I still haven’t managed to read *all* of her books—embarrassing, right? A few nights ago, I realized I was missing out on a couple, so I checked Goodreads and found that I don’t have *That Summer* or *Dreamland*.
Coincidentally, I visited my favorite discount bookstore and spotted them. It was like fate! These two books are based on the movie *How to Deal*, which I’ve heard is super relatable. But honestly, I’m not sure if they’re the same as other Sarah Dessen novels or different. Either way, I can’t wait to dive into these since they’re finally adding to my collection of her work.
As a side note, have you noticed the new covers for all of Sarah Dessen’s books? I *hate* them! They feel generic—like “lock and key” or something basic—and I miss the unique, iconic photographs from her old covers. I won’t be buying any of these re-released editions; I’ll stick with my trusty old ones.
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### 3. **Heist Society by Ally Carter**
Next up is *Heist Society* by Ally Carter, which I picked up for just $4! It’s been sitting on my “to-read” pile for ages because I’ve been trying to read it from the library but never had time. I think it’s part of a series and involves a group of friends who are con artists pulling off high-profile heists. The cover is pretty generic, but I’m hopeful that the story will make up for it.
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### 4. **The Probability of Miracles by Wendy Wunder (Won in a Giveaway!)**
This one is super exciting—I actually won it in a Goodreads giveaway! I never thought I’d win anything from Goodreads since there are so many entries, but guess what? It showed up in my mailbox yesterday. The book is about a girl named Cam who has cancer and travels to a town rumored to have healing powers.
I’ll admit, I’m apprehensive about reading it because cancer is such a personal and heavy topic for me. But I know I need to give it a chance. Hopefully, the story will be as powerful as its premise suggests.
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### 5. **Invincible Summer by Hannah Moskowitz**
Despite the cover looking like it’s straight out of a beachy YA novel, I’ve heard this one is actually deep and raw. It’s about a boy named Chase who’s struggling with love, lust, and keeping his family together. I decided to give it a shot since it’s only $3—and hey, you can never have enough books about intense emotions!
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### 6. **Buff by Megan McCafferty (Part of a YA Promo)**
This one came from a bookstore promotion where you buy two books and get the third free. The first book I picked up was *Buff* by Megan McCafferty, which I’ve heard great things about. It’s set in a world where teenagers become infertile at 18, making them highly sought after as surrogates. I’m intrigued by the premise and can’t wait to dive into this one.
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### 7. **Forgive My Fins by Tara Lee Child**
Next is *Forgive My Fins*, a mermaid story about a princess named Lily. I love the cover, and it sounds like it’s about star-crossed lovers—sort of like a modern-day *Romeo and Juliet*. But honestly, I’m not sure what to expect from this one. Mixed reviews have me on edge, but I’ll give it a shot.
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### 8. **17th Summer by Maureen Daly**
Finally, I just started reading *17th Summer* by Maureen Daly last night. It’s about a girl who falls in love during her 17th summer, and the cover immediately caught my eye. The dialogue between the main character and the boy she loves feels very proper and old-fashioned—almost like it’s set in the 40s.
When I looked it up, I was shocked to find out that this book was actually written in 1942! They’ve just re-released it, which makes me feel like I’m reading a classic. The story of gentlemanly courtship and love feels timeless, and I’m excited to dive into this piece of history.
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### Final Thoughts
That’s my haul—nine or ten books in just three days! It’s both exciting and a little overwhelming, but who can resist these deals? Oh, and by the way, I’m already planning my next Amazon order—I’ll be grabbing *Midsummer’s Night* and *Midsummer’s Nightmare* by Cody Keplinger. I love her writing style, so I know those will be worth every penny.
I hope you enjoyed hearing about all these books as much as I did sharing them with you. Let me know if any of these catch your interest or if you’ve read any of them before! Thanks for tuning in, and have a great rest of the week!
Bye!