“The lake is darker than a coffin with the lid shut.” — Riley Sager
February was one of those months where my to-do list had a to-do list. Every day felt like a speedrun of responsibilities, errands, and “I’ll just do this one quick thing” moments that were, in fact never quick. But in the middle of all the chaos—between late nights, early mornings, and questioning my life choices—I managed to sneak in some reading time. Honestly, it felt less like a relaxing hobby and more like a covert operation. But hey, pages were turned, books were finished, and I’m counting that as a major win!
First, Razorblade Tears by S.A. Cosby was absolutely amazing. The writing was gritty,
emotional, and powerful, with complex characters and a story that balances action with
deep themes of grief, redemption, and family. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Pen Pal by J.T. Geissinger was a solid four-star read for me. It had an engaging
premise, strong chemistry between the characters, and enough emotional depth to keep
me invested from beginning to end. (Still thinking about that awesome twist towards the
end of the story). ⭐⭐⭐⭐
The Partner Plot by Kristina Forest was also a four-star read. It was charming,
heartfelt, and full of great banter, with a romance that felt both fun and authentic.
⭐⭐⭐⭐
I also read Bury Our Bones in the Midnight Soil by V.E. Schwab, which ended up
being a three-star read for me. While I appreciated Schwab’s atmospheric writing style
and the story’s dark, immersive tone, it moved a bit more slowly than expected. Even
so, the unique concept and mood made it an interesting reading experience overall.
⭐⭐⭐
At the end of the day, reading isn’t a race. Sometimes the most important thing is simply
taking care of yourself — but I’m definitely excited to see how many books I can get
through in March.
How many books did you read last month, and was there one that you absolutely loved
or would recommend to others?
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