I keep thinking I’m done being all stressy, and then something comes along to kick me in the shins again, ha. A close relative is in hospital, under upsetting circumstances, and it’s getting under my skin. That and I’m just feeling super overwhelmed with my assignments…
Anyway, I’m almost certainly behind on comments again, maybe even from last week, and I’m sorry. Catching up is on my list for the weekend, I promise.
As per usual, I’m linking up with Reading Reality’s Stacking the Shelves, Caffeinated Reviewer’s The Sunday Post, and the Sunday Salon over at Readerbuzz… though I might not get out and about as much this weekend. I’ll visit back anyone who visits me, though!
Books acquired this week:
After last week’s spree, I didn’t expect to get anything this week, but actually my British Library Crime Classic subscription book arrived. It’s by John Bude, which means it’s probably solid and enjoyable without blowing your mind — and that’s probably exactly what I want right now.
So that’s something to look forward to!
Posts from this week:
As usual, here’s the roundup of reviews posted!
- Poetry anthology: Tell Me The Truth About Life, edited by Cerys Matthews (3/5 stars)
- Gritty fantasy graphic novel: The October Faction vol 2, by Steve Niles & Damien Worm (2/5 stars)
- Urban post-apocalyptic fantasy novella: Magic Stars, by Ilona Andrews (3/5 stars)
- Non-fiction: Doctor, by Andrew Bomback (2/5 stars)
And other posts:
What I’m reading:
Things went a bit quiet as this week went on, but I’ve tried to spend a little time each day reading! Here’s a glimpse of the books I finished in the last week which I intend to review on here soon.
I’ve made ambitious reading plans for the weekend, but we’ll see how they go. Mostly I just want to find some time to read, and read stuff I enjoy. My first plan is to finish the British Library Crime Classic I’m reading, Big Ben Strikes Eleven, by David Magarshack. After that, we’ll see!
How’s everyone else been doing?
That British Library Crime Classic has a lovely cover. Hope you enjoy it.
Yeah, the cover designs of the series are pretty inspired! They look great together, too.
I don’t get a lot of reading done over the weekend – having too much fun being out and about!
I like the look of A Bookshop of Ones Own.
Have a great weekend!
Emily @ Budget Tales Book Blog
My post:
https://budgettalesblog.wordpress.com/2024/03/16/stacking-the-shelves-library-loot-19/
Oh no, I’m a total introvert! The weekends are for quiet reading time and playing FFXIV, heheh.
I hope your relative recovers and gets out of the hospital in a timely way. And that you find a way to avoid continued stress so you can read in peace.
best, mae at maefood.blogspot.com
Thank you!
That does sound stressful, Nicky! Take care of yourself — enjoyable reading definitely sounds like a good plan.
I did manage a good amount of reading, so I’m happy!
I’m sorry you are feeling stressed right now. I hope you can clear out a little space for some peaceful relaxation, especially for a good book. It looks like your reading last week was a little disappointing, and that can tip my mood. Fingers crossed that you find some books you can sink into and enjoy.
Thank you! I did find my groove reading-wise, I’m pretty happy.
I am finally getting caught up on comments and visits too, no worries. I did not read nearly as much as I wanted to this week. TikTok distracted me. Ugh.
I didn’t read as much as I’d like either! I’ve made up for it a bit this weekend, but still…
I’m so sorry about your loved one! I hope they recover quickly. I hope your week is less stressful!
Thank you!
Yes I think we all work hard to get a bit ahead and then some other problem crops up to eat time or money or stress us out. It’s always something. I try to stay a bit ahead which helps. I hope this week goes smoothly.
Anne – Books of My Heart This is my Sunday Post
Yes, I like to stay ahead too. Unfortunately my university is a bit of a pain and is really restrictive about how long we can take to complete the degree. So it has to be fit in somehow, but, ugh. It takes work, and it’s eaten into my reserves. Ah well! It’s worth it in the end.
I’m sorry you’ve had a difficult week. I hope your relative gets better soon, and I hope you’re able to get your peace of mind for working on your assignments. Please don’t worry about catching up on comments. The important thing is that you keep yourself well and healthy, so that you can be there for your relative and so that the essentials in your life are taken care of. We’ll always be here for you! <3 I hope this week brings better things!
Thank you, it’s appreciated!
I’m sorry you had a difficult week, I hope things improve.
Wishing you a great reading week
Thank you. And thank goodness I have reading, it really helps!