June Top 5

July is tomorrow. Which means summer is going way too fast. Also - it means I didn't get a ton of reading in this month. It's been crazy busy, but awesome. I love summer in New York. I've been reading mostly NA lately - they read so quickly and I can't get enough! Which really makes me wonder how I've read so little lately. But oh well, here are my top 5 from June - or my top 4 and Jackie's top read. 

1. Crown of Midnight by Sarah J. Maas

Duh. Of course this is my number one. Crown of Midnight is brilliant. This series is just so incredible and Maas is definitely writing on another level here.

2. Star Cursed by Jessica Spotswood

I love Jessica Spotswood's world and her take on witches. In the second book in this series, she just brings your emotions out. I was so tense and frustrated (but in a good way) through the whole book. And the end.... Read my review here.

3. Bad Rep by A. Meredith Walters

I think A. Meredith Walters is one of the best NA authors out there right now. Her books are so intense and she really knows how to write relationships. Bad Rep just got me so worked up and it kept surprising me. And Jordan...is just freak-out worthy. It's so good. If you haven't read A. Meredith Walters yet, I suggest you get on that. 

4. Wait for You by J. Lynn

I started this and didn't expect to like it. It seems pretty typical - normal sheltered girl literally runs into the hottest guy on campus and he starts pursuing her... Yeah, I was a little worried. But it was amazing how it swept me away and I cared so much about these characters, I just hope they'll be happy forever. 

5. Falling Kingdoms 

Jackie says: I was in the mood for a good fantasy book when I picked this up, and I was not disappointed. The world in the book was SO great. I absolutely love how the author doesn't hold back--even when I think I want her to. The characters are complex, and the whole story is excellent. Stay tuned for my review on this one. 

What were your top reads this month? 

June Top 5

Wow. I totally spaced that June was over. Seriously. What happened to June? So a couple days after the fact - here are my top reads from June!

1. Velveteen by Daniel Marks 

Just. Whoa. This book. Keep your eyes open for this one. So much awesome I can hardly stand it. I've never been so fascinated or found such dark things (or gross things) so beautiful.

2. My Life Next Door by Huntley Fitzpatrick

Ever get the feeling you've been holding your breath for a long time, but didn't realize it? Yeah, this book was like taking a deep breath after you realize you need one. I wish I had some Garretts hanging out next door. I'll have my review for this one up tomorrow.

3. Tiger Lily by Jodi Lynn Anderson

I love Tiger Lily and Tink and Pine Sap and Peter and...I just love them all. Except Wendy - I don't like Wendy anymore. Still this book is so beautifully written and it's hard not to fall in love with it, even though it breaks your heart. Read my review here.

4. Hemlock by Kathleen Peacock

Yay werewolves. Yay for awesome werewolf stories. I loved Mac and Kyle so much. Read my review here.

5. Something Like Normal by Trish Doller

This book just feels important. It's a different point of view and it's a different voice than your typical YA novel. It's sad, but hopeful. It's just one you NEED to read. Read my review here.

What were your top reads in June?