This book meme is hosted by Yvonne: book bloggers share the first paragraph or (a few) of a book you are reading or thinking about reading soon. This week’s excerpt is from A Curse so Dark and Lonely.
First Chapter:
“There is blood under my fingernails. I wonder how many of my people I’ve killed this time.
I thrust my hands into the barrel beside the stables. The ice-cold water bites at my skin, but the blood clings. I shouldn’t bother, because it will all be gone in an hour anyway, but I hate this. The blood. The not knowing.”
I’ve been post-poning this read for a week now. I don’t want to be disappointed, and frankly, I want something that is quick to read. I think I’d end up reading this slowly– the writing sounds amazing!
What do you think? Would you keep reading?
Cal's Reading Corner 
I actually just finished this. I had super low expectations because I have been super slumpy lately but I’m also not a huge fan of romance plots. But this book surprised me and grabbed my attention really quickly.
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Do you have a review!? I’d love to read it! Romance is my all time favourite (and essential) feature in my reading explorations. I just don’t want to have a dear ol’ trope, Beauty and the Beast, ruined!
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I dont have my review live just yet but I will soon. I think it was a brilliant way to retell beauty and the beast! Felt original yet familiar and was so much better than I thought. It was a solid 4 star for me and one of very few books that have captivated me in this terrible slump.
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I predict this will be a 4 star read for me too! I look forward to your review.
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I am on the hunt for a five star read but they seem to be so few lately!
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If you don’t mind YA dystopia + feminism, read the Grace Year! That was my latest 5 star ❤️
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Ahhh I read that when it came out. I gave it 5 stars too. Lol
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Ohh creepy for sure; hope you enjoy it.
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I love the cover and the opening makes me curious.
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The cover is to die for! I am very impressed by Bloomsbury’s choices 😀
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I find the title and opening paragraph compelling. I’d definitely read on.
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I really liked this one – I hope you do too!
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Thank you, Paige! The pressure and expectations are on
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Great teasers! Sounds like a good read!
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Thanks, queen ❤️❤️
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Yes, yes, yes and yes please. I would turn that page, and then the next until it was finished. Not sure if I would call it a slow read…
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