Yes, you’ve read that right. I’m a book blogger now. Well, not exactly. I’m not about to jump into reviews, as to be honest with you I haven’t sat down and read a book for years. It’s embarrassing how long it’s been. As I want to get into reading again, I thought I would treat myself to some new books and share what I picked up with you.
This is A Little Book Haul.
One Of Us is Lying Karen McManus
I first saw this book on Charlotte’s blog, and I’ve seen numerous people talk about it since. I’m surprised I’ve only discovered it, as it came out back in 2017, but the sequel was published this year. What really drew me to this story is that it’s a: ‘Who Dunnit?’ and those are my favourite. I have already started reading this and I’m struggling to put it down; it’s brilliant.
“Five students walk into detention. Only four leave alive.
Yale hopeful Bronwyn has never publicly broken a rule.
Sports star Cooper only knows what he’s doing in the baseball diamond.
Bad boy Nate is one misstep away from a life of crime.
Prom queen Addy is holding together the cracks in her perfect life.
And outsider Simon, creator of the notorious gossip at Bayview High, won’t ever talk about any of them again.
He dies 24 hours before he could post their deepest secrets online. Investigators conclude it’s no accident.
All of them are suspects.
Everyone has secrets, right?
What really matters is how far you’ll go to protect them”.
The Flatshare by Beth O’Leary
I read a review on this a few weeks ago, and I can’t for the live of me remember who it was from. Which I can only apologise for, as it was that review that made me want to pick this book up. This book is a Rom-Com, and I know it has received rave reviews, so I decided to pick it up and give it a go.
“Their friends think they’re crazy, but it’s the perfect solution: Leon occupies the one-bed flat whilst Tiffy’s at work in the day, and she has the run of the place the rest of the time. But with obsessive ex-boyfriends, wrongly imprisoned brothers and, of course, the fact that they still haven’t met yet, it seems this flatshare is more complicated than expected…”
The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes by Suzanne Collins
Back in the day I loved: ‘The Hunger Games’, books and films, so of course I had to pick this up. This story is a prequel to the trilogy and revolves around a young President Snow. Which I will admit I was a little bit confused by, as I was not expecting it to go with that character, but I’m still looking forward to reading it. I got through Mockingjay in two days, so I’m hoping this one is as good.
“Ambition will fuel him.
Competition will drive him.
But power has its price”.
There we have it! That was a A Little Book Haul.
Do you have any book recommendations?
Thank you for reading!
Great post as always, Hannah! I love anything book related so thanks for sharing. All of the titles mentioned sound interesting particularly One Of Us is Lying. I’m currently reading Sunshine and Spaniels (Primrose Terrace #2) which is a kindle book, and so far the series has been enjoyable. Protagonist Cat sets up a dog walking business. Happy reading! 🙂 xx
Helen | Helen’s Fashion, Beauty & Lifestyle Blog
Thank you so much, I’m glad you think so! I’m loving it so far, it’s a great read. Oooh I’m glad you’re enjoying it, it sounds cute xx
Really hope you enjoy all of these books! I definitely want to pick up ‘One of us is lying’. I’ve heard great things about that! xx
Tiffany x http://www.foodandotherloves.co.uk
Thank you so much! I’m loving it so far, it’s great xx
I haven’t read the new Hunger Games book yet but I really enjoyed The Flatshare and One Of Us Is Lying! Hope you like them too!
I’m looking forward to giving it a read! I’m glad you enjoyed them. Thank you!xx
I am so keen to read the flat share. Its sounds really funny and worth reading!!!
The ballad of Songbirds and snakes was a little confusing but not too bad to read and some of the backstory was really great personally.
I hope enjoy and also really gorgeous photo..xxx
It really does, it sounds like a great book! It definitely sounds like a wild card, but I’m glad you liked the backstory! Thank you so much xx
I loved One of Us Is Lying! I cannot wait to hear what you think of it. I’m reading the sequel right now!
Ashlee | https://www.maybeafterbrunch.com
I’m glad you liked it! I’m so excited to finish it haha! I hope you’re enjoying the sequel xx
I keep meaning to buy The Flat Share, I’m seeing it everywhere and it sounds good! Will definitely be buying it when I get paid next week, think I’ll have to get One Of Us is Lying as well!! x
Laura | Blush and Bronze
Everyone keeps raving about it, don’t they?! I hope you enjoy it! Honestly I’m loving it xx
All sound like exceptional reads, One Of Us Is Lying has particularly caught my attention. I love anything to do with crime drama. Let me know how it goes.
Tx. // Tajinder Kaur
I am so glad you think so! It’s definitely a really great book, I’m really enjoying it so far xx
Nice haul! I read The Flat Share last year and loved it. It’s super cute! I haven’t picked up The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes but as a Huger Games fan too, I probably will!
Thank you so much! I’m glad you enjoyed it! It seems like a must doesn’t it haha xx
Loved ‘One of Us is Lying’ – it was a great page turner so hope you enjoy that one. The other two are on my to read list – the Flatshare is on my kindle already, just need to find the time to sit down and read it! Thanks for sharing this!
Paige // Paige Eades
I’m glad you enjoyed it! I’m really loving it so far. I hope you enjoy it when you find the time to give it a read. No problem, thank you for coming by xx
These all sound like great books, I hadn’t heard of One of Us is Lying, but I think I might give it a go 🙂 and the characters really sound like the ones in Breakfast Club hahah
I am so glad you think so! I hope you enjoy it if you pick it up, I’m loving it so far! It gave me Breakfast Club vibes too haha!xx
I really want to read The Flat Share! Heard such great things. One Of Us is Lying is a fab read – hope you enjoy that one!
It’s so raved about it isn’t it? I’m really enjoying it so far xx
One of Us Is Lying looks really good! I’ve been on a thriller kick these days…
It’s such a good read, I’d definitely recommend it xx
Oh these books sound great. I have added One of Us Is Lying and The Flat Share to my TBR list. They sound like those books the you start and can’t put down. Hop you enjoy them.
I am so glad you think so! One of Us is Lying definitely is, I’m loving it a lot. Thank you, and I hope you do too xx
All these books are on my to read list and now I want to pick them up even more!! Great little book haul.
I hope you enjoy them when you get around to reading them! Thank you xx
I love that you’re getting into reading again! These sound like fantastic books to start off with.
It’s such a great hobby, I needed something that’s away from screens haha! I am so glad you think so xx
Ahhh both The Flatshare and One Of Us Is Lying are incredible you will love them!! I still have to pick up the Hunger games prequel but I adored the trilogy so hopefully it is as good!
I’m so looking forward to starting The Flatshare, it sounds great! One of Us is Lying has really hooked me in, I can’t wait to get it finished! I hope it’s as good too xx
I couldn’t get into the Flat Share! I’m about half way through but I haven’t picked it back up since last summer haha. I keep saying to myself maybe one day I’ll try again. Love the sound of One Of Us Is Lying. It sound’s so gripping! Happy reading xx
Lauren | itslaurenvictoria.co.uk
Ah no way! Sorry to hear you didn’t like it. One of Us is Lying is a great read, I’m really enjoying it so far. Thank you lovely xx
I’d love to know your thoughts on the Hunger Games prequel! Wondering whether I should get it or not. I loved the original series of course but I don’t know if this one would be as good as the others!
Have a great weekend Hannah! x
Julia x
http://www.juliaspeaksbeauty.blogspot.com
I hope it’s good, I haven’t seen any reviews yet, but I’m hoping to start it soon. Let’s hope it’s as good as the trilogy. Thank you and I hope you have a great week xx
Ah yes I read all the Hunger Games books. The films not so much. It was like watching a video game. There is just way too much going on in the Hunger Games for a couple of 2 hour movies. I think it would have been much better as a series where there would be more time to flesh out the multi layered plots.
Allie of
http://www.allienyc.com
I know what you mean it was impossible to fit everything into the short movie time as the books are so detailed. That’s a brilliant idea, at least then we’d have more to see xx
The Flat Share is such an amazing book, it’s definitely my most favourite book I’ve read this year! x
Lucy | http://www.lucymary.co.uk
I’m so glad to hear you enjoyed it! I can’t wait to pick it up xx
If you’re a book blogger does that now make me a book influencer? 😉 Hahah, just joking!! But I am all here for the book posts!! I cannot wait to hear what you think about them all, I literally just finished The Flatshare and gave it 3 stars!
Charlotte / Charlotte’s Picks
haha it definitely does! I want literally the books you mention! Oooh that doesn’t sound like many, I need to pick it up and get on with it, that’s for sure xx
I love a good thriller! x
Beautylymin | Skincare Giveaway
They’re so good aren’t they?!xx
The flatshare is such a fab read! I found it hard to put down, perfect little pick me up book!
I’m glad to hear you enjoyed it! I can’t wait to pick it up xx
Oooh! Love that you got into reading books! It is great when you find great reads from other people’s recommendations. The Flatshare sounds like a really interesting book with all of the interesting people to rin into! Oooh! Thanks for sharing your book haul 🙂
Nancy ✨ exquisitely.me
Thank you! It’s brilliant isn’t it? Yes, it definitely sounds like a good read, that’s for sure. It’s no problem, thank you for stopping by xx
it’s also embarrassing how long its been since I have read a book! Love the sound of these three, I loved the Hunger Games when I read them back in the day too! xx
melissakacar.blogspot.com
It can be hard to take the time out and read can’t it? I’m glad you like the sound of them too!xx
I’m really interested to read Flatshare! I’ve heard a lot of people talk about it recently on Booktube and Bookstagram. It’s not usually the type if genre I would read but I’m really intrigued by it so I’m hoping to read it soon!
Yeah I’ve heard a lot of good things too, so hopefully it lives up to expectations. I hope you enjoy it if you pick it up xx
Oh you’re in for a treat with The Flatshare, it’s such a sweet and quirky novel! I’d highly recommend reading The Switch by the same author too! x
Evie x | http://www.eviejayne.co.uk
I haven’t read any of these books but I’ve been wanting to read One of Us is Lying for so long!! I can’t wait to read that one and The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes🙈 Happy reading!