Reviews May Vary

Well, summer definitely upon us. We have had some beautiful weather her in Western New York and that means people keep asking me about beach reads. I don’t like the beach, by the way! But, when people talk about these kinds of books, they are usually talking about light fare, maybe a romance or a cozy mystery. Laughter is a plus. So, here are a couple of books that I think might be good additions to your summer reading!!

Honey Girl by Morgan Rogers (Adult contemporary, romantic elements)

Grace Parker has graduated from graduate school with an advanced degree in astronomy. She’s an awesome, accomplished astronomer. However, the companies that she is applying to don’t think she “fits the culture.” Grace knew that being one of few people or color in the field would be hard, but she didn’t know how hard. Plus, her father is pressuring her to figure out her life. While on her celebration trip in Las Vegas, she wakes up married to a woman she who lives on the other side of the country. Yuki is a waitress and a podcast host who gives Grace a glimpse into a different way of looking at the universe and the stars. But can Grace let go of the plan she’s been working toward since high school? Trigger warnings for self harm: Grace scratches her arms with her nails when she’s under stress. If you’re interested in my spoilery- review of this book, check out my youtube video.

You Had Me at Hola by Alexis Daria (Romantic Comedy)

This is a m/f RomCom, y’all. Jasmine Rodriguez is an actress who has rules for the way that she lives her life, which include only getting good publicity. However, when there is a very public breakup with her high profile boyfriend, she heads back to NYC to the comfort of her family. When she is cast in a new streaming show to play opposite her abuella’s favorite telenovela star, she has to remind herself that one of her rules is to avoid rebound relationships with her co-stars. As their relationship begins to push the limits out the window, the news coverage threatens Jasmine’s rules and to uncover more than just her own secrets. The family relationships are definitely a highlight of this story. And I’ve seen some warnings against the audiobook, so try it through your eyeballs first!

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