We've stepped into spring here in Australia, which makes me absolutely happy to greet warmer weather and clearer skies. Albeit, we're still stuck inside, but it's nicer sitting in front of a window with the sun shining through rather than feeling like I want to be in bed to hide from the cold all the time. So with this change in season, what books will I be looking forward to reading? Here are 10 books I would love to get through this spring!
Top Ten Books I Want To Read In Spring
1. The Coconut Children by Vivian Pham
Ever since I found out about Pham's creation, I was captivated by the idea of following a first generation Vietnamese-Australian through her coming of age story. To make it better? It's set in Cabramatta, Sydney - a suburb that is relatively similar to the one I've grown up in. How much of myself will I see Sonny I wonder?
2. The Way Through the Woods: Of Mushrooms and Mourning by Long Lit Woon
I bought this book on a whim, liking the feeling, the weight of it in my hand. It could be that I believe Woon has much to offer through her recount of suddenly losing her husband and finding herself not only having to navigate through grief but also being in a foreign country without any family or friends.
3. Clap When You Land by Elizabeth Acevedo
I was lucky enough to win a copy of Clap When You Land and am desperate to get through this as soon as I can. It sounds like a heartwrenching tear-jerker, which both frightens and draws me in.
4. They Both Die At The End by Adam Silvera
Ok, what's with me and books with deep and meaningful themes this spring? They Both Die At The End has actually been on my radar for the past year and I finally got my hands onto it. Having read one of Silvera's other books, I expect to also feel so much pain and heartbreak, but also love for the story he brings to life.
5. The Black Flamingo by Dean Atta
Ever since I found out about Pham's creation, I was captivated by the idea of following a first generation Vietnamese-Australian through her coming of age story. To make it better? It's set in Cabramatta, Sydney - a suburb that is relatively similar to the one I've grown up in. How much of myself will I see Sonny I wonder?
2. The Way Through the Woods: Of Mushrooms and Mourning by Long Lit Woon
I bought this book on a whim, liking the feeling, the weight of it in my hand. It could be that I believe Woon has much to offer through her recount of suddenly losing her husband and finding herself not only having to navigate through grief but also being in a foreign country without any family or friends.
3. Clap When You Land by Elizabeth Acevedo
I was lucky enough to win a copy of Clap When You Land and am desperate to get through this as soon as I can. It sounds like a heartwrenching tear-jerker, which both frightens and draws me in.
4. They Both Die At The End by Adam Silvera
Ok, what's with me and books with deep and meaningful themes this spring? They Both Die At The End has actually been on my radar for the past year and I finally got my hands onto it. Having read one of Silvera's other books, I expect to also feel so much pain and heartbreak, but also love for the story he brings to life.
5. The Black Flamingo by Dean Atta
Both the premise of this and its cover come across as equally gorgeous to me. Michael takes us on his journey of self-discovery, learning of labels and how to identify with them.
6. The Astonishing Colour of After by Emily X.R Pan
X.R Pan incorporates a little magic in the form of a mysterious red bird, which leads a young girl, fresh from the loss of her mother, to the country where her family's story started. I've read reviews on how The Astonishing Colour of After depicts strong views and values that are closely associated to Asian cultures and that's a major reason as to why this has made my TBR.
7. The City We Became (Great Cities #1) by N.K Jemisin
X.R Pan incorporates a little magic in the form of a mysterious red bird, which leads a young girl, fresh from the loss of her mother, to the country where her family's story started. I've read reviews on how The Astonishing Colour of After depicts strong views and values that are closely associated to Asian cultures and that's a major reason as to why this has made my TBR.
7. The City We Became (Great Cities #1) by N.K Jemisin
I star the five star reviews and bit the bullet with this one. It's a mix of sci-fi and urban fantasy, which I probably don't read enough of, so here I am dabbling in something a little out of my comfort zone but exciting nonetheless.
8. Boy Swallows Universe by Trent Dalton
Another Australian based book that I have been meaning to read. Dalton delivers a contemporary revolving around a young boy named Eli who is attempting to learn and grow in life, whilst being surrounding by environments and people who aren't exactly going to guide him in the right direction.
9. Here I Am by Jonathan Safran Foer
I've been meaning to read another Safran Foer novel and of course my ambitiousness has decided to dive right into this hefty sized book. I know absolutely nothing about Here I Am but I don't really mind. Here's to being surprised.
10. Rose Under Fire by Elizabeth Wein
I am wholeheartedly in love with Code Name Verity by Wein that I immediately knew I would have to read Rose Under Fire. Wein features strong, independent women to tell stories of friendship that really tug at your heart. I cannot wait to get to this.
Clap When You Land and They Both Die at the End sound great. I've put them off a bit because I'm afraid they're too sad for Now.
ReplyDeleteI know exactly what you mean with that slightly apprehensive feeling, which is probably why I also mentally filed them away for a bit as well.
DeleteI'm sick of warm weather! You can have ours. We don't really have Fall here in Arizona, so we have to wait until December or so for nice, cool weather :(
ReplyDeleteI want to read CLAP WHEN YOU LAND, too. Acevedo is such a beautiful writer!
Happy TTT!
Hahah oh no! I thrive in warm weather though so I am a little biased. And I cannot wait to read Clap When You Land, so it's great to hear that Acevedo's writing is beautiful!
DeleteI want to read Clap When You Land, too.
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We can share what we thought about it once we do read it!
DeleteRose Under Fire is really good, I did love Code Name Verity a little more but Rose is definitely a worthy companion.
ReplyDeleteMy TTT: https://jjbookblog.wordpress.com/2020/09/22/top-ten-tuesday-282/
Rarely do I ever meet someone else who has read Code Name Verity so this is super exciting! I do think it'd be hard to top it but I'm still really looking forward to Rose Under Fire.
DeleteThe City We Became sounds amazing and I've heard nothing but good things. It didn't make my list but it's definitely something I want to read soon.
ReplyDeleteI think I've gotten caught up in the hype so I am hoping it'll be good! Hopefully you get to read it as well.
DeleteClap When You Land is supposed to be outstanding. I hope you love it.
ReplyDeleteThank you! I'm really concerned I'm going to be a crying mess by the end of it but that'll just mean it's as incredible as everyone says it is.
DeleteClap When You Land is outstanding. I hope you enjoy. :)
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Thanks, I hope so as well! Glad to know that what I plan to read has such great reviews.
DeleteI've never heard of The Way Through the Woods, but that really sounds like it will be a great read. I've heard nothing but praise for The City We Became, also. I hope you enjoy all of these and get some your warmer weather! :)
ReplyDeleteI came by it at a bookstore at a time where I felt like I would connect with it so I'm hoping it'll be good as well! And same, fingers crossed the hype doesn't ruin it for me!
DeleteI can't believe I've never read Code Name Verity. I know right! I picked it up once but wasn't particularly in the mood for something that would destroy me. I'm planning to read quite a few BIG books over the Christmas break that I've been putting off and adding that one to my list.
ReplyDeleteI'm also shocked as well! Hahah but yes I did not expect to be as emotional reading it. I loved every moment of it. Also that's a great plan, I think it has been awhile since I've read a chunky book.
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