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✨mood reader with a never-ending TBR✨ I love reading and trying out different genres — which means I tend to find some hidden GEMS. Let’s discuss book stuff, deep dive in the series, & genuine (unhinged?) reviews☺️

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✨mood reader with a never-ending TBR✨ I love reading and trying out different genres — which means I tend to find some hidden GEMS. Let’s discuss book stuff, deep dive in the series, & genuine (unhinged?) reviews☺️

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2025 Reading Wrap Up - Which books are at the TOP of the list?

2025 has come to an end, and here are my top reads from each month in 2025! I've read some amazing books this year, and it has been such a busy, blessed year; I'm surprised I was able to read as much as I have. What books do you think I should read in 2026? CHAPTERS ◡̈ 00:38 Black Romance 02:22 YA Fantasy 04:43 Adult Fiction 05:59 Adult Fantasy Duology 09:50 Adult Romtantasy (Standalone) 13:36 YA Fantasy 17:05 Graphic YA Novel 18:30 YA Mystery/Thriller 19:12 Dark Dystopian Romance 23:16 YA Mystery/Thriller If you want to see videos FIRST before anyone else, subscribe to my Bindery for FREE. To see all of my bookish content in ONE place (and exclusive to Bindery content) check it out here: https://theskyylife.binderybooks.com ✨ DETAILS ✨ - StoryGraph *my favorite way to track reading progress*: https://app.thestorygraph.com/profile/theskyylife - Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/171165351 - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theskyylife - Threads: https://www.threads.com/@theskyylife - Linktr.ee: https://linktr.ee/theskyylife (you can find all of my links in one place!) 💖 Charm Meet Cute *Curated & customized bookish acessories*: https://charmmeetcute.etsy.com (shop small, support independent) 📚 Bookshop.Org *my favorite Amazon alternative where you can get amazing books and still support independent bookstores*: https://refer.bookshop.org/erika885 (If you use this link, you will save 20% off your first purchase!) 🎧 Libro.FM *my favorite Audible/Everand alternative where you actually OWN the audiobooks you purchase, and credits don't expire*: https://libro.fm/referral?rf_code=lfm785266 (If you use this link, I will receive an audiobook credit when you start a new one-credit membership.) #booktube #booktok #bookrecommendations #booktuber


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Dec 30, 2025

HM WOLFE TRAD PUB NEWS!
HM WOLFE TRAD PUB NEWS!

WELL DESERVED 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 CONGRATS @lunarliteraryagency @escapism.erika @hm.wolfe @simonandschuster @scarlettpress.us #daggermouth #hmwolfe #dystopianfiction #bookrecs


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January Recap is finally here and boy did I have fun!

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Let’s deep dive into my January reads 🫣 grab your drink & let’s get into it!

  • Book of Azrael — okay soooo this was bomb as hell and I knew it would be. I loved the writing style and the progression of the story. This is a series that I am happy has 7 books (I think only up to book 4 has been released as of now) and I cannot wait to read book two

Well, you may have seen my detailed book reviews on the rest of these books soo I won’t go into too many of the details…..

  • Speak of the Devil — this is the continutation of over my dead body. This YA witchy graphic novel with lgbtq+ rep and a diverse cast really captured my heart in book one. It was full of nostalgia similarly to the witchy movies I loved to watch back in the day. However, this follow up didn’t capture me in the same way. Still pretty good but not better than the first.

  • Captured Prey — now this book is the first monster romance I have read and it was okay. The author did an amazing job having consent as the forefront which I appreciate but overall it was just a so-so read. However, I think any other works that focus on fantasy I would definitely read and I think I would love those more.

  • Portal to Pleasure — Deciding to give it another go, I tried another new to me author in the similar category & novella. Now this one? Was reallly good! Consent was definitely front and center — again I appreciate this, AND the personalities and dynamics of relationships were really enjoyable and made me look forward to what happens after this novella. Well good news! Did you know book 2 is out now? It’s automatically on my TBR.

  • Hotel Limbo — Now this graphic novel had an interesting premise of being in purgatory/hell. There were many different artists which really bothered me at first but I ended up liking in the end. The beginning was rough bc it was super hard to read / not legible. It improves, luckily otherwise I would’ve had to DNF this one. The story really comes together and by the end I was sad it was over and again wanted to know what happens next?

  • His and Hers — Now, this one was really good! I enjoyed his&hers and I really enjoyed the limited series. Its not my favorite book nor do I need a trophy but it was really enjoyable. For me, thrillers that make me obsessed and can’t stop thinking about them are a little tough to come by but I would still recommend reading this one.

Do you have any book recs for me?

Here’s what I am currently reading (altho I did just finish The Book of Azrael this morning ☺️)

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January Recap ✨🤩🫣


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Did you know you can request a book recommendation from me?? 👀
Did you know you can request a book recommendation from me?? 👀

Did you know you can request a book recommendation from me on @bindery_books? It’s such a cute little feature and I already love it! Shout out to my book bestie @shelf_love_booklover 💖✨ I hope you enjoy reading this recs! Let me know which one you will add to your library!! 🫶🏾 Enjoy! Want a book rec? Head over to my Bindery (check my bio for direct 🔗) ☺️ #bookrecs #bookrecommendations #addtotbr #bookbestie


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Oathbound Breakdown Part Two: Unstoppable (Chapters 22-31) FULL RECAP
Oathbound Breakdown Part Two: Unstoppable (Chapters 22-31) FULL RECAP

CHAPTERS ◡̈ Ch. 22 - 00:18 Ch. 23 - 03:16 Ch. 24 - 05:17 Ch. 25 - 06:32 Ch. 26 - 10:05 Ch. 27 - 12:42 Ch. 28 - 15:12 Ch. 29 - 16:11 Ch. 30 - 17:07 Ch. 31 - 1956 Part 3 Sneak Peek/Wrap Up 21:05 If you want to see videos FIRST before anyone else, subscribe to my Bindery for FREE. To see all of my bookish content in ONE place (and exclusive to Bindery content) check it out here: https://theskyylife.binderybooks.com ✨ DETAILS ✨ - StoryGraph *my favorite way to track reading progress*: https://app.thestorygraph.com/profile/theskyylife - Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/171165351 - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theskyylife - Threads: https://www.threads.com/@theskyylife - Linktr.ee: https://linktr.ee/theskyylife (you can find all of my links in one place!) 💖 Charm Meet Cute *Curated & customized bookish acessories*: https://charmmeetcute.etsy.com (shop small, support independent) 📚 Bookshop.Org *my favorite Amazon alternative where you can get amazing books and still support independent bookstores*: https://refer.bookshop.org/erika885 (If you use this link, you will save 20% off your first purchase!) 🎧 Libro.FM *my favorite Audible/Everand alternative where you actually OWN the audiobooks you purchase, and credits don't expire*: https://libro.fm/referral?rf_code=lfm785266 (If you use this link, I will receive an audiobook credit when you start a new one-credit membership.) #oathbound #booktok #bookrecommendations #booktuber


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Who did it better — the book or the adaptation? 

Have you seen the housemaid in theaters? Who did i
Who did it better — the book or the adaptation? Have you seen the housemaid in theaters? Who did i

Who did it better — the book or the adaptation? Have you seen the housemaid in theaters? Who did it better, the book or the movie? #thehousemaid #thehousemaidmovie #freidamcfadden #movieadaptationsofbooks #bookreview


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26 Releases to add to your 2026 TBR
26 Releases to add to your 2026 TBR

In no particular order, these are just SOME of the books that are being released this year that I cannot wait to read. 📖Are any of these on your TBR? ✨I have the ARCs to some of these and can’t wait to share my thoughts. I have read a couple off this list (🔗 goodreads, storygraph, and bindery gets all the bookish reviews & tea) 🗒️Please note: the publication date is subject to change. These are what I was able to find so far as of last week (bc I forgot to post this 🤣🤗) #bookrecommendations #diversereads #bookstagrammer #2026bookreleases #tbr


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Will I finish this series OR will it finish me? The Stars Are Dying
Will I finish this series OR will it finish me? The Stars Are Dying

Will I finish The Stars Are Dying, or will it finish me? I share my thoughts as I read "The Stars Are Dying" by Chloe Peñaranda. Blurb: "The brightest star needs the darkest night." In a world abandoned by the celestial guardians and left to suffer a tyrant king’s reign, all Astraea knows is safety in seclusion. With fragmented memories of only five years of her life, she’s determined to discover more about her past, even if that means fleeing the cruel arms that hold her safe from the wicked vampires rumored to roam the land. But when Astraea stumbles upon the mysterious Nyte, she soon realizes determination alone isn’t enough to guard her heart. He lingers like the darkness that expands between the stars, and soon she discovers her captor’s wicked means of control weren’t based on a lie to keep her under locks after all. In her desperation, Astraea accepts Nyte’s help before she can decide if she might have sold her allegiance to one of the bloodthirsty beings the people of her world fear. Once their bargain is struck, Astraea’s chance to escape comes in the form of accompanying her best friend Cassia to the King’s Central. There on royal territory it’s the centenary of the Libertatem, a succession of trials hosted by the king in which five human lands compete for a cycle of safety from the vampires seeking blood, claiming souls, and savaging after dark. So when tragedy strikes, Astraea must decide if taking the place of a murdered participant for the safety of her kingdom is a ruse worth dying for, or if protection—and the answers to her past—really are her strongest desires. ------------------------------------ Looks like we will continue the series (wish me luck) and read "The Night is Defying". If you want to join me in a readalong on Storygraph (free) you can join me here: https://app.thestorygraph.com/readalongs/b703213c-8535-40cb-b2da-525350162332?redirect=true If you want to see videos FIRST before anyone else (and bookish blogs), subscribe to my Bindery for FREE. To see all of my bookish content in ONE place (and exclusive to Bindery content) check it out here: https://theskyylife.binderybooks.com ✨ DETAILS ✨ - StoryGraph *my favorite way to track reading progress*: https://app.thestorygraph.com/profile/theskyylife - Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/171165351 - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theskyylife - Threads: https://www.threads.com/@theskyylife - Linktr.ee: https://linktr.ee/theskyylife (you can find all of my links in one place!) 💖 Charm Meet Cute *Curated & customized bookish acessories*: https://charmmeetcute.etsy.com (shop small, support independent) 📚 Bookshop.Org *my favorite Amazon alternative where you can get amazing books and still support independent bookstores*: https://refer.bookshop.org/erika885 (If you use this link, you will save 20% off your first purchase!) 🎧 Libro.FM *my favorite Audible/Everand alternative where you actually OWN the audiobooks you purchase, and credits don't expire*: https://libro.fm/referral?rf_code=lfm785266 (If you use this link, I will receive an audiobook credit when you start a new one-credit membership.) #booktube #booktok #bookrecommendations #booktuber


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