If you have been following along on my reading challenge, then you know my goal is two read 2 books a month. (one fiction & one non-fiction) I posted my reviews of January’s books yesterday on the blog, and today I am sharing my February book picks.
Eleanor & Park by Rainbow Rowell:
Summary from Amazon:
Set over the course of one school year in 1986, this is the story of two
star-crossed misfits-smart enough to know that first love almost never
lasts, but brave and desperate enough to try. When Eleanor meets Park,
you’ll remember your own first love-and just how hard it pulled you
under.
Why I selected it:
It is February, so I wanted to pick a book that was at least somewhat related to love. (a few friends recommended I go with a Nicolas Sparks book, but I just couldn’t bring myself to do it) I have heard lots of good things about this book from my friends on Goodreads so I figured I would give it a try. I always love a good YA book every now and again. (Don’t judge me, you know you read The Hunger Games, too!)
#Girlboss by Sophia Amaroso:
Summary from Amazon:
In the New York Times bestseller that the Washington Post called “Lean In for misfits,” Sophia Amoruso shares how she went from dumpster diving to founding one of the fastest-growing retailers in the world.
Why I selected it:
I have heard SO much about this book and it has been on my wish list forever. I love motivating books, and since I already consider myself a #Girlboss anyway… I am eager to read about Amaroso’s rise to success.
I would love to hear what you think about my picks for this month, especially if you have read either of these!
I will check out the books you suggest. They look great. I just finished The Expatriates, by Janice Lee. It's about life in Hong Kong among the expat community. It explores motherhood, loyalty, generational perceptions, life stages, loss. I love the way Janice Lee writes.
Someone else was telling me about that book! I need to check it out…
Girl boss is also on my reading list! I highly recommend reading Into The Wild for your non fiction novel next month! It's one of my favorites. I started reading Elenour and Park but after a couple hundred pages in, I still wasn't interested. Let me know if I should give it another try! 🙂
XO, Elly
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it is so good, it was a quick read!
Looks like good choices! I love your reading challenge and can't wait to see what books you pick each month! One you definitely should try is Go Set A Watchman by Harper Lee. Loved it!!
I think I would need to re-read to kill a mockingbird first though.. right?
Yes!!! I have been dying to read Girl Boss. I hope you do a review on it:)
it was a great read, very motivating. I will be reviewing it
I read #GirlBoss and I really liked it. Great story.
yes I enjoyed it! But we are both #Girlboss-es anyway! 😉
I keep hearing about GirlBoss – it's now officially on my list!
It was a great read! I loved how she was so honest…
GirlBoss is absolutely on my list too! You'll have to let us know what you think of it!
I loved it and my full review is coming soon! 😉
I've heard about GirlBoss. I'll look forward to your review! I definitely want to start reading more actual books!
Both of these are on my to-read list as well!
I can't wait to hear what you think of them.
xoxo, Jenny
I haven't read Eleanor and Park, but it sounds so cute! YA novels are great because they aren't typically as trashy as adult novels can be. It just sounds cute. Have you seen Little Manhattan? Reminds me of the same kind of theme. Also, to vouch for Nicholas Sparks, his stories aren't as cheesy as they make the movies to be! I like Safe Haven. And then GirlBoss was great! Sophia cracked me up with her crazy escapades before she became a tycoon, plus she just has this great, gutsy, "just do it" attitude, which was inspiring! Have fun 🙂
yes I really enjoyed it.. and I am still reading Elanor and Park and it is so so sweet!
I haven't read either of these books. They both look like good books to read. Thanks for the tip!
E&P was a fun book club read. While I wasn't fond of the ending, I liked the interaction between the characters, and the 80s feel of the book (mixed tapes!)
I've heard so many people recommend girl boss. I really really want to read it!
Ah, I love a good YA novel so I will have to check that one out! I loved Girl Boss!
xx katie // a touch of teal
I've actually owned E&P for over a year now, but keep putting off reading it. You've convinced me to finally start!! 🙂
I am more than halfway through and it is the sweetest book! The beginning was okay.. but now it is really good.
I really wish I had the time to read 1 book let alone 2!! Girlboss seems like it would be right up my alley. Might have to write that one down and check it out when I get some kid free time 🙂
That is why I put it on my resolution list! I love to read so I make time for it! It was actually much easier than I thought it would be.. I am embarrassed to say!
I've been wanting to read #Girlboss for a while. The other one sounds really cute.
I've been wanting to read Girlboss. Great picks. Happy reading.
I started reading Girlboss a long time ago and could never get into it. I did not find it to be as great as what everyone said. Maybe I can try again in the future to read the whole book. I have never heard of Eleanor & Park.
I enjoyed Girllboss, it was a quick read. Elanor and Park is so sweet.. I am a little more than halfway in. I am really enjoying it.
I love finding new books to read! It's rare for me to find someone that enjoys reading as much as I do besides my daughter. #Girlsboss was an awesome book!
I loved it too! It was a fast read… and very motivating.
Why haven't I heard of Girl Boss until now? Glad you featured it! YA books are my favorite. Love me some brain candy.
It was a GREAT read, you would really enjoy it!
Love Girl Boss– I need to check out the second book. I made a book challenge for myself too.. love it.
i am loving that I decided to put it out there on the blog.. it is totally keeping me committed to the challenge!
Are you in my head? I JUST finished Girl Boss on the way to Chicago! SO good, and an easy read. Reminded me NOT to worry about the 'competition' and focus inwards. Also, have you read Robin Roberts book? SO GOOD! Could not put it down!!
I need to add that one to my list, I love me some RR
I've heard some great things about Girl Boss!! Must be a goodie since I've heard of it and I'm so behind in the times when it comes to this stuff 😉
It is a great and motivating read… you would love it. 🙂
i REALLY need to start reading more… you keep reminding me!!!
I love it, reading just makes me HAPPY!!!!
I have heard great things about Eleanor and Park. I may need to grab a copy for myself!!