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Books I read and finished last week… 📖

Honestly I don’t know if I’m in a slump or not… but all these books where blah to me 🫠🫠🫠 hopefully this weeks reads will be better! 🥂

🌲What are yall reading?

🌲 Book Suggestions ?..

#whatimreading #letschat #lemon8challenge #books 🫶🏼 #readreadread

2024/12/9 Edited to

Last week, I ventured into a mix of genres, including gripping horror, captivating novels, and classic literature, but found myself in a reading slump. Notable mentions include Stephen King's chilling tale, 'The Troop,' perfect for those dark winter nights. It’s considered a modern classic of horror. Additionally, Jennifer McMahon's 'The Children on the Hill' offers an intriguing blend of mystery and psychological tension, appealing to fans of gripping narratives. If you haven’t explored Scott Smith’s works, his novel 'A Simple Plan' is also noteworthy for its thrilling plot. I'm eager to discover what else is out there, so please share your book suggestions! With the new year approaching, it's a great time for book lovers to reflect on their reading habits and curate a fresh list of what to read next. Have you thought about setting a reading goal for the coming year? Perhaps delve into new genres or explore bestselling titles you’ve overlooked. Engaging with others about our reading choices can lead to fantastic discoveries and conversations. What are you currently reading? Let's chat about what books are enriching our lives right now!

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I am in a book slump currently during the first six months of this year. I read almost 6 books a month and now I have been on the same book for two months. I don’t know what it is. I just have not found a book. I love so much I cannot put down.

stargirl sam 💫

I hate when I have a bad reading week😭 I recommend puzzle house by Duncan ralston and the eyes are the best part by Monika Kim for some fast paced spooky reads

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