June? Are we really that far into the year already? So much has been going on, it's hard to keep track of time...at least, that's how it's been at our little spot of the world. Are you also surprised that we're about halfway through the year?
This month, I have a vast array of reads. It starts with a couple focused on the World Cup, but then slides into mystery, nonfiction, some romance...oh, and I'm seeing several books featuring dogs. So, a dog month! There are darker tones to wrap up the last days before July hits. While May leaned toward chapter books and middle grade reads, June seems to slide a little older toward middle grade and young adult. Quite a few of both, actually. Of course, there are plenty of picture books and chapter books, since I need lighter reads between the heavier, longer ones to help keep my schedule of a review a day, but this month definitely leans toward the older reading end. Here's a short glance at what I've got and when I'm hoping to get to some of them.
LIONEL MESSI'S WORLD CUP TRIUMPH
With the World Cup taking place here in the U.S., it'd be wrong not to jump in with, at least, a little celebration. While I'm not a sports girl, it's still fun to dive into these reads and learn something new. I'm hoping this one packs as much excitement as it does information. I'll be visiting this and a few other soccer reads on the 2nd and 3rd of the month.
Middle Grade Sports
CHANEL & MILO
This is the first in a new series for the younger readers out there and centers around two dogs' adventures. I'm hoping it carries tons of heart and situations to enjoy. I'm thinking it will slide more in the wholesome direction, but we'll find out on the 4th.
Picture Book
TUCK AND TINA: DINOSAUR THEIF
I'm pretty sure I've read one from this series before. Mostly sure (I'm too lazy, at the moment, to go back and check). I'm expecting adventure and humor with all sorts of ridiculousness surrounding these two mice. Maybe a little mystery, too, because that's always nice. I believe...again, not sure...that it's a graphic novel, but it might not be. I guess I'll uncover all of these mysteries when I visit this one on the 18th.
Beginning Reader
DOG DAYS
As said above, I have several books featuring dogs this month, and this is one of them. Between the title and the cover, I'm expecting some quirky adventures with a golden pair of friends, who are up to all sorts of mischief. I'm hoping it's silliness pure and brings more than a few laughs with just a touch of heart. We'll find out more on the 10th.
Picture Book
THEY MADE US BLOOD AND FURY
This read is the first in a brand new series and heads into a fantasy direction and circles around a world of clans...or a dying clan. There's magic involved, ulterior motives, secrets, and the struggle to release a secret weapon which isn't what those who want to be saved believe it is. I'm hoping for quite the adventure since this one has been receiving a little bit of hype. Find out if it's one to get lost in or not with me on the 13th.
Young Adult Fantasy
A DANGEROUS GAME
Anyone remember The Most Dangerous Game by Richard Connell? This read slides in that direction and takes a retelling into the world of a teen. It promises tension pure and extreme danger, obviously. But what I especially like about this one is that it's part of Orca's list of low-reading level books aimed at those teens, who usually don't like to read. So, it's short, easy, and should pack all the tension of a full-fledged novel. Join me on the 17th to dive into this deadly game.
Young Adult Thriller
THE CHIME SEEKERS
It appears that this series hit the shelves a few years ago, and I missed it. But better late than never! I'm curious to see where this adventure goes but it should include fairies, other realms, adventure, and more. Maybe, some of you have already read it? If so, let me know how it is! I'll be opening it up and diving in on the 22nd.
Middle Grade Fantasy
ONCE THEY SEE YOU
This is a collection of 13 short stories for middle grade readers and each one should send spooky tingles up the spine. I find the title already creepy, and the cover with the odd characters in the pupil promises all sorts of imaginative moments. Honestly, I'm hoping this is the type of book for campouts, slumber parties, or evening thrills. After all, who doesn't love a good spook tale? We'll see if this book brings the right goosebumps or not on the 24th.
Middle Grade Horror
WHO KNOWS THE WAY TO MR GRIMLY'S CLASSROOM?
While I, at first, thought this was a read about the first day of school, it appears to be something much more adventurous. There should be surprises, spooks, odd moments, and more. Find out if this one is as fun as I hope it is on the 26th.
Picture Book
THROUGH THE BLACK GATE
This fantasy read for middle graders takes the characters on a trip to the land of the dead. I'm not sure if it will be tense or carry lighter tones...or maybe, a lovely mix between the two. It is a graphic novel, so I'm excited to see the visuals and really dive into this one. I'll find out more and it share it with you on the 29th.
Middle Grade Fantasy / Graphic Novel
Too many books and so little time. This is a phrase, which describes my reading world nicely, and also my book pile. Every month, there are more books waiting to be reviewed than there are days in the schedule. Since changes always happen in the publishing and reviewing world, I will be sliding in some unexpected reads at some point. That's where my joker read comes in. This is the book on the top of my pile, which I'm almost positive I'll get to. I just don't know when.
FIRESNAKE
I'm playing a little game of risk with this read, since it's the final book in the The Last Cuentista series, and I've haven't read the other three books before it. But it sounds so interesting! And I don't have time to hit the other three first, so I'm going to hope it's not too hard to sink into the characters (good books can pull that off, anyway). It also allows me to see how exciting everything ends and whether it carries heart. I also have reason to believe that this one might slide a bit about the usual, young adult level and maybe be more adult-ish. But we shall see. I just don't know when.
Young Adult Science Fiction
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