Sunday Book Club: February 2020 Reading List

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I’m really proud of myself this past month because I’ve been great about putting mini reviews of everything I’ve been reading up on Instagram as I go. The only downside is, when it came time to write my February 2020 Reading List, I felt like I was just re-writing everything. But, I’ll try to go a little more in-depth with some of these since typing on a keyboard is much easier.

February 2020 Reading List

The Hand on the Wall (Truly Devious, #3) by Maureen Johnson

The finale to the Truly Devious series! I honestly don’t have much to say about it, other than it was a completely satisfying ending.

Bringing Down the Duke by Evie Dunmore

Name me another book where you can have sexy time, lots of laughs, and learn about the British suffragette movement. I’ll wait. And while you’re doing that, I’ll re-read this book. I’ll also anxiously await the next in the series.

Such a Fun Age by Kiley Reid

I have so many things to say about this book, so I don’t even know where to start. This book managed to be incredibly enjoyable, but also be great fodder for amazing conversations about race and racism. It’s incredibly impressive feat by Reid and I think everyone should read this book.

168 Hours by Laura Vanderkam

How many hours do we have in a week? We all think we don’t have enough, but really, we do! This book does an amazing job of breaking down how you can better maximize your time so you can do the things you really want to do.

What I really loved about it thought was that it wasn’t as “inspirational” as other books. Instead, the author gave concrete ways and methods for the reader to implement in their life. It made everything seem so much more achievable!

The Wives by Tarryn Fisher

While I was reading this book (or rather, listening to it) I couldn’t put it down. But, semi-spoiler, I despised the ending. Like, almost threw my phone against the wall hated it. That’s all I can say about this book because I can’t encourage anyone now to read or listen to it.

Going the Distance by Beth Reekles

It’s the sequel to The Kissing Booth! So it’s just as ridiculous and soapy as the first. But so much fun.

Truth Be Told by Kathleen Barber

If there was ever some book that could turn me off of listening to true life murder shows/podcasts, this book would do it. The best way to describe this book is “Serial, but from the view point of Adnan Syed’s family.” Here’s a quick run down: it’s been years since Josie’s father was killed and the murder was put behind bars. But now, a “reporter” has decided to start a podcast digging into the murder to question if the killer is actually the person sitting in prison right now. I had never really thought about what all these shows do to the people effected by the murders being investigated, but after reading this book, I can’t stop thinking about it.

Enchantée by Gita Trelease

It’s so funny how after going to Paris a year ago, I went from not caring about books that take place in France to being enthralled by them. It’s probably because I recognize the places now. This novel takes place in Paris and Versailles during the French Revolution. The main character Camille, is a magician who has begun to use her skills at the Versailles card tables as a way to help her and her sister survive. But she starts to get swept up in the glittery world and learn about the downsides of using magic.

Party Girls Die in Pearls by Plum Sykes

An 80s murder mystery that takes place at Oxford? Yes, more please! This book wasn’t amazing or the best thing ever written, but it was just plain fun. It was a refreshing break and wonderful brain candy.

The Country Guesthouse by Robyn Carr

Check out my full review of The Country Guesthouse here!

Husband Material by Emily Belden

Note: I received this book as an advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.

This rom com book had everything you would want. Comedy, romance, a dead husband’s urn showing up out of the blue. Really, what more could you want? But I do think that this was a great read. I love that the main character was a smart, driven woman and while this novel was a romance, she was not driven by a man. Belden also managed to throw in multiple twists that I never saw coming and would have never even guessed. It was incredibly refreshing to have a novel do that and it was because of that that I couldn’t put this novel now.

I really do recommend this novel!

The Dead Queens Club by Hannah Capin

Finally, a modern adaptation of Henry the VII being done exactly as it should be: with everyone being in high school. The maturity levels for everyone is pretty spot on if you really think about it. Now, was this the best book ever? No, but was it really enjoyable? Yes.