The month of April could be summed up in one word: stressful.
I cannot stress enough how much of roller coaster of a month April has been. My midterms happened this month. And my finals will follow soon after. Timeline-wise, I read one book before my midterms, one book after my midterms and three books on the second of the last day of April. Makes sense? My reading was okay. I reached my quota of reading five books, which is great because I only read an average of 3-4 books a month. Yet, as a neurotic reader would say, “Of course I did not stick to my TBR.”
The Island by S. Usher Evans 
My first book for the Sunday Street Team! I am so happy that I have been able to join, thanks to Nori at ReadWriteLove28. This book is amazing, and I cannot wait to read the sequel, The Chasm. I have a full review on The Island up here on my blog, if you would like to read more about my thoughts.
Inferno by Dan Brown 
It took me almost a year to complete this behemoth. But it was worth it. Since the world building was simply unforgettable, the instant I got back to reading the book I was right on track. I hope to see the movie when it comes out, because I got the Europe setting in my head again.
The Little Prince by Antoine de Saint-Exupery 
I was feeling a little bit down so I finally picked this book up. I read for 20 minutes. Crazy, I know. But I needed some comfort. And that’s exactly what it gave me. I already posted my review on Goodreads for this one.
Simon VS. The Homo Sapiens Agenda by Becky Albertalli
Would you believe if I told you that I finished reading The Little Prince, this book, and The Glittering Court all in the same day? I don’t know why, but it was probably the rush. And I was taking advantage of the only free day that I had. Back to this book, I just could not stop gushing about it. I live tweeted while reading this book, and to be honest, I must have flooded Becky Albertalli’s mention feed. (Sorry!) Gush-worthy, insanely creative, and ridiculously fluffy. Wait for my review, okay?
The Glittering Court by Richelle Mead 
I was amazed that this book delivered the hype that I was giving it. The lucky streak continues, because this book is off the charts. The historical fiction is forgivable because the conflicting periods were delivered well. I hope to also post a review about this book soon.
The Scorpio Races by Maggie Stiefvater
- The FBCYA book for April
The Spectacular Now by Tim Tharp
- Our FBCYA book for May. This month, our read-a-long will be hosted by Maan at The Pigeon Reads.
The Last Time We Say Goodbye by Cynthia Hand
All The Feels by Danika Stone
More Happy Than Not by Adam Silvera
Outside of the Blog
It is inevitable for me to announce this hiatus. Not only is May the busiest month of our college, but it is also our finals period. I will still be posting from time to time, since I promised a lot of reviews. Will I be just reviewing now? Probably. 😉 I really need to focus on my studies, so for now, this fangirl will be posting less. But don’t worry. I am still reading.
On the bright side, one of my favorite authors of all time is coming to the Philippines. Thanks to National Bookstore, Jennifer Niven will be visiting the Philippines this May! And the venue is just so convenient. I cannot wait to meet her. Visit @nbsalert on Twitter or National Bookstore’s facebook page for more details.
PH people! Will you be going to Jennifer’s signing? If so, let’s meet up! I cannot wait to interact with you guys.
So how was your April? I will still be commenting and I am always blog hopping. You will not even notice my absence. 😀
It’s fine to hold off blogging, school is definitely important. Good luck with what’s yet to come!
I’m planning to go to Jennifer Niven’s book signing. Crossing my fingers that nothing ruins my plan for that day 🙂
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Thank you. And I hope to see you at the signing, Ate! 😀
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Oooh, I like that – “books in the freezer.” Hehehehe. That is so awesome you got to read three books in one day. I still haven’t read “The Glittering Court,” but “The Little Prince” is one of my favorite books ever… and I did enjoy “Simon…” as well. Good luck on the exams.
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I got the idea from Friends hahaha. When Joey could not finish the book and then he puts it in the freezer 🙂
The Glittering Court is spot on. And a triple yes that Simon is quite enjoyable.
And thank you. Cheers to your May 🙂
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Good luck on your studies and remember to eat/sleep and all that good stuff!
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I will! Thanks Joey! 🙂
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I read 5 books 2 this month and I’m freaking out because my finals are coming up haha ! I’ll probably take a hiatus in the last week of May and the first of June as it will ne nearly impossible to focus on anything but studying !
I LOVE Dan Brown books and their movie adaptations too, they’re so captivating and thrilling.
Good luck with your exams ! 😀
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Pwahaha I don’t know where that 2 came from, I meant “too” sorry !
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I feel you! My exams are on the first week of June, but I am already preparing before the storm hits. We can do this hahaha. I should really pick up the rest of his books. I’m so bad for not reading his series chronologically lol.
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Mine are in those weeks I plan on taking a mini hiatus but since right now I’m just sitting at home studying I still can manage to blog when I’m taking breaks. Hahaha yes we can !!
Haha, it’s not that bad, as long as they’re still understandable that way 😁
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I’ll still post from time to time as well. But I probably won’t. I know my school too well. They give migraines. Hahaha.
And yes, Dan Brown’s books don’t even have to be read in order. Because he’s amazing like that.
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Hahah Good luck with your migraine giving school 😂
Yes he rocks !
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I so get feeling comforted by The Little Prince, just as I know that the movie will make me cry like a baby hahaha
Can’t wait for your full review of Simon vs. I totally adored that book!
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On point! ❤ Can you believe that I actually saw the movie first for The Little Prince before picking up the book? Gosh. I didn't know what I was missing. It's like a gem.
I totally adore Simon, too. It's like a sweet tooth. Simon is just adorable.
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I did the same …
my friends always made a fuss around the book, but I never truly read it until after the movie.
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I guess it comes when you need it the most. It’s like a mini book for the soul. 😀 For me, it was my high school English teacher. I see her point now.
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I HATE BOOK SIGNING TOURS IN PH BECAUSE THEY NEVER REACH DAVAO/MINDANAO. 😦
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Hope NBS addresses the matter sooner. It must be tough 😦
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