Another month of packed reading! My March Reading List was especially filled with a lot of really good young adult (YA) books. If you’re a person that tends to knock off YA and not bother with them, it’s time to stop. YA is having a major moment and it’s time for you to give in. *Deep breath* Okay, now that I’m done with that rant, on to the books!
Best of the March Reading List
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[one-half]The Hate U Give
The Hate U Give focuses on a girl who watches her friend be shot by a policeman and then has to deal with the aftermath after. It follows her in the weeks following her friends death and how this effects those around her. This book was amazing. It’s heartbreaking, inspiring, and relevant. While it was hard to read at some points, I couldn’t stop and didn’t want to put it down.[/one-half]
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[one-half]The Sun Is Also a Star (Yoon, Nicola)
I already shared a quick description of the book here, but needless to say, it was so enjoyable. I love how it took place over one day, but also shared flashbacks that helped fill in parts of the story. The other part of it that really stuck with me was how Yoon also dedicated portions of the book to those who are effected by Daniel and Natasha. You get a quick glimpse into these strangers lives and how they change because of that day.[/one-half]
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[one-half]Thirteen Reasons Why
Yes, this is the book that the netflix series is based on. And yes, the book is ridiculously good too. Read a short description here and then go check it out for yourself.[/one-half]
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[one-half]Homegoing: A novel
When I ordered this book from the library, I was number 148 on the waitlist. After reading it, I understand why. Homegoing starts with the story of two women who never knew they were half sisters. Both are entangled in the African slave trade through their respective villages. From there, the book works its way through the generations that came after these two women. Go get on your own library’s waitlist if you haven’t already.[/one-half]
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[one-half]Georgia Peaches and Other Forbidden Fruit
Yes, this is another book that I’ve already talked about, but like the others, it was really good! It’s funny and you can’t help but fall in love a little with the main character.[/one-half]
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[one-half]Always a Bridesmaid (for Hire)
I think I’m going to do a full post on this book later because I enjoyed it so much! Jen Glantz is a professional bridesmaid (yes it’s a thing) and a professional single person (trust me, if you’re still single in your late 20s, you feel like it’s a thing). This memoir covers her experiences as a professional bridesmaid and how it changed her outlook on her own relationships.
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My Not So Perfect Life by Sophie Kinsella
How to Pack by Hitha Palepu
One True Loves by Taylor Jenkins Reid
The Girls in the Garden by Lisa Jewell
Good
A Curious Beginning by Deanna Raybourn
King’s Cage by Victoria Aveyard
But What If We’re Wrong? by Chuck Klosterman
Censoring an Iranian Love Story by Shahriar Mandanipour
Year of No Clutter by Eve O. Schaub
Meh
Searching for John Hughes by Jason Diamond
Sweetbitter by Stephanie Danler
Talking as Fast as I Can by Lauren Graham*
I feel like I need to explain the Lauren Graham one. I listened to it on audio and the experience was not great. I’m a huge Gilmore Girls and Lauren Graham fan, but this book felt a little forced. Maybe I would have enjoyed it more in it’s hardback form, but I just can’t recommend the audio.
Let me know if you’d like to know more about any of the other books above! I’m happy to share or give recommendations!
