I love how different reading experiences can be, at different times of life. I've always been curious about this book, it's nice to hear a bit more about what to expect :)
Ooh, this style of video reminded me of Japanese movies and dramas- your beautiful tone of voice in the beginning and throughout and that incredible music reminiscent of not just one J-drama but several! Thanks so much, Kristina - you've made my day :)
My favourite MG books is the Penderwicks series! Um, the last Middle Grade I've read... 🤔Probably, it was the Magic Flower Shop series by Gina Mayer - she's a German author and I was reading these delightful books (11) with fantastic covers in Russian translation, which turned out to be very good and, as one of the readers said, very close to the original. Happy Spring, Kristina! 🌸And Happy Reading! 🥰
Good luck with these books 😃 I feel missing out being the only person who hasn't read His Dark Materials, but glad to know you loved it! I might pick it up in the future too :D
Big Friendship sounds like a book I should read, I have struggled with a couple of my friendships in the past and not knowing how I could keep people close 😂 I think I will pick it up to see what I can learn from it! You just reminded me to read Kim Jiyoung, I have that in Chinese translation, and haven't read yet. Aww glad you have a book that reminds you about your honeymoon in Japan 🥰 that's such a lovely thing. OMG I loved how you describe "M", how society creates monsters and no one stopped him when it was needed, so thrilling and it is still happening now especially in the States. So so so scary. Adding to my TBR list. Such a lovely video, always nice to see your videos popping up Kristina 💕
100% with you on setting not many particular goals to really enjoy reading! And so many things you said are also something I intend to do - reading books in different languages, buying second hand books etc. Happy new year! Wish you the best of everything you may desire too 🥰
Happy New Year, dear Kristina!!! And thank you so much!!! 🥰 Yes! Same here, when I wasn't in a reading mood I didn't force myself. Reading is magic - and let it stay this way! Surprisingly, 74 books is a number of books I had read last year. And most importantly I discovered the 3 all-time favourites! And one of them is with the name "The Book Club" :D I hope the situation with your house will be sorted out soon!!! !!! I was sorry to hear about your health issues during the year and your books and everything you had acquired for your new home being damaged because of the flooding. So sorry. I have a feeling that when summer comes you and your husband will be there, in your new beautiful home!!! Or, most likely, sooner? :)
@@cosynovelniche Thank you so much! :) My most favourites I happened to read at the end of the year 🙂 were: 1. "The Magic of Lemon Drop Pie" by Rachel Linden 2. "The Book Club" by Roisin Meaney (unexpectedly - it was sitting on my shelves for a couple of years because of its unappealing cover. But the story was so beautiful!) 3. "Nightfall in the Garden of Deep Time" by Tracy Higley There, in a later book, was a similar to yours situation with books being stored in a basement of a bookshop the main character was an owner of. Luckily the flooding happened during the daytime and all the possessions were saved! !!! 💗
I think The Song of Achilles is a great choice for your fall TBR! I myself love to read Greek Mythology when it's still sunny but a bit of coolness there already is in the air. I read slower this year and failed to finish My Magnolia Summer during the summer! But it's still very much sunshiny here as well, so I hope that at least a couple of titles that capture summer vibes will make a smooth transition into my this month tbr:) Happy Reading! 🌞🥰📚
I'm so glad you enjoyed this trip so much, Kristina! Loved the video and your sunny description of Greece , such a beautiful place to live or take a journey to! 🥰
Happy Birthday, dear Kristina!!! 🥰I hope you have a fantastic day!! :) Thank you for your life update and travelling tips! I'd like to visit some places in Japan I'm already familiar with because of those beautiful movies I have watched :)
Dear, so sorry for the late answer, but I read the message on the day of my birthday and it made me super happy! You are so sweet for remembering it. I hope that you'll be able to see all those places soon <3
Oh no! I'm sorry you lost your backpack on the plane :( We just came back from a trip and it's so stressful dealing with planes and luggages. The Book that wouldn't burn looks stunning! Fifty Sounds reminds me of a book talking about a person learning English as second language while fall in love (?) called A Concise Chinese-English Dictionary For Lovers by Guo Xiaolu. They maybe very different because I read neither of the books, but the concept intrigues me so much! Look forward to your travel vlogs!
I love it! It goes straight on my wishlist :D The linguistic aspect of life fascinates me so much, tank you for the great reccomedation What's the next trip on your list <3
I'm so, so happy for you, Kristina!!! Oh yay for your "couple of couples" books" 😉.Tales from the Cafe" is my favourite from the three books in the series I've read so far. And the fourth one has already been translated into Italian. But, like in my case, I have read the first book in English and am surely intended to experience this series in English further on! Love Kyoto! Ooh, meeting there a Booktube friend while being in Japan - did it happen by accident? I think you might enjoy "Omoiyari" written by Erin Niimi Longhurst, a half-Japanese, half-British writer. I like the way it's written - with all the people in mind. "Even the smallest of considerate actions can make a world of difference". 🥰
This book indeed sounds lovely, Kristina! Friendship - what could be more important than that? I'm glad you enjoyed "Big Friendship" and have discovered yet another favourite book! :)
The title "Half a Soul" made me pondering if it's really possible for a person to have half a soul? Can a soul be divided into parts or fractures... And how one feels with half a soul and where's another half - here on the Earth or belongs to another person... Can they be considered relatives then? Hope you enjoy the book, Kristina! And I'll bet it's a pleasant feeling to hold this book in the hands because of its green spring colour :) I added "The Dun Cow Rib: A Very Natural Childhood" to my list, it looks and sounds like something I'd love to read! Happy Reading, Kristina! And a Happy Spring to you too! :)
And have you heard of band B’z? They're my favourite Japanese musicians. And thank you for introducing me to the Ao Haru Ride manga, so loved being immersed in the world created by Io Sakisaka. Her Art is very inspirational, cosy and warm! Japan, how I love everything about it, so glad we share our love for this beautiful and very special for us for many reasons country! Have a beautiful trip!!!
Hi, Kristina! I'm sorry I've been out of touch lately. And wow! I'm so happy for you! To hear and speak Japanese, and to see all the beauty of Japan, especially now when sakura blooms - that sounds absolutely magical! Happy Honeymoon!!! 💗
A me I suoi libri piacciono veramente poco. Frasi scritte sui cioccolatini baci Perugina. Non capisco cosa ci sia di clamoroso in lui o forse si, marketing a gogo e una lettera scritta a Fedez.
Oooh Emily Wilde's Encyclopaedia sounds so cool. I have Venco and The Last Tale of the Flower Bride on my TBR too. I can't wait for Sarah Penner's new book. Mortal Follies sounds so good too!!!
Aww sorry you got scared by the cat, but it's also cute to have fur visitors XD I don't read a lot of series, but I've always wanted to try Becky Chambers! Didn't know it was a series, maybe this year 😆 best wishes for continue the series!
I hope you'll love it! It has a huge potential, and I was so sorry to not be able to enjoy it at its fullest :( Let me know when you'll read it, I'm curious to know your opinion :)
An Accident of Stars sounds interesting, also Human Kind has piqued my interest as well, thank you for them, Kristina! I love Ireland for its friendly people, too! <3
Happy New 2023 Year, to you too, Kristina! <3 Since the month of last December I'm in a reading slump. Though I read one book this month (re-read of one of my all-time favourites). I didn't join the GR challenge yet, my usual number of books is about 60 :)
Wonderful goals! I love your goal of being gentle with yourself and just enjoy reading without putting too much pressure on yourself. I’m doing the opposite this year because I have a tbr challenge I started but in past years I’ve done what you are doing. It’s the quality and your enjoyment that matters, not the quantity of the books you read.
Hi fellow booktube newbie : ) I’m started a huge tbr project at the beginning of the new year & I’ll be on a low buy year. I’m excited to to see more of your videos. Will you be making progress updates?
Oh I'm so glad you enjoyed the book! I own it and some negative reviews put me off reading it. I'm adding Some Kind of Happiness to my tbr. Thank you so much, Kristina, for the lovely review :)
