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December 4, 2018 By Ricci 22 Comments

What I’m Reading – November 2018

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Alright guys…it’s time for one of my favorite posts of the month…my monthly “what I’m reading” post!! Today I will be talking about all of the books I read in the month of November. Last month was so dang busy I felt like I didn’t get to read much but really I just read some pretty long books but somehow still managed ot get nine books in for the month!

If you have been keeping up, one of my New Year’s Resolutions was to read 100 books this year. Las month I was at 98 and with my nine this month I hit 107!! I did it!!!!!

I always get a lot of questions on how in the world I read so much and I feel like I need to tell you that I don’t spend the month curled u on my couch reading….HA! In reality I listen to a lot of audiobooks. I “check them out” via my local library’s website and download them to an app on my phone. I listen to books when I’m getting ready to go to work, when I’m driving, when I workout, when I’m cleaning the house, etc. I guess most people listen to music but I prefer to “read”. #BookNerdFoLIFE

So anyway, enough of explaining how I read so much and let’s get to what I actually read!

ONE. Warcross by Marie Lu. In a world where gaming is a way of life Emika Chen, world class hacker and bounty hunter, is a threat to the Warcross way of life. This book follows Emika as she goes from hacking into the game of Warcross to becoming one of it’s most well known players in the blink of an eye. However she’s not just playing the game, shes also working as a spy to help discover the person behind several glitches in the game. I loved this YA book and got sucked into the world of Warcross and couldn’t wait to read the next one!!

“A vibrant, action-packed shot of adrenaline. Lu delivers characters with heart and determination, then sets them loose in a luminously conceived world of infinite possibility.”—Leigh Bardugo

TWO. Wildcard by Marie Lu. This is the second book in the Warcross series and is a continuation of the first book and delves even deeper into the world of Warcross and the “dark world”. Seriously amazing series!!!

“Lu’s futuristic world, with its immersive technology, feels dangerously within reach in this action-packed escapade with a thoughtful, emotion-driven core.”—Publishers Weekly

THREE. I Owe You One by Sophie Kinsella. This book doesn’t come out until February 2019 but I got an advanced reading copy as a part of a blog program. This book is about a girl named Fixie. Fixie’s family motto is “family first” and it’s a motto Fixie takes very seriously, so seriously in fact that she has put everyone in her life first except herself. In this book Fixie has to fix the most important thing in her life, herself as well as solve everyone else’s problems and save the family store. Can Fixie do it without losing her mind??

“[A] fun story about family, loyalty, and taking charge of your own life . . . Kinsella creates a charming story full of quirky characters and laugh-out-loud dialogue. . . . [Her] many fans will devour this warm and hilarious read.”—Kirkus Reviews

FOUR. The Lying Game by Ruth Ware. From the author who wrote The Woman in Cabin 10 comes another psychological thriller, They Lying Game. This book is about four friends who hold each other’s deepest, darkest secrets and the biggest one is about to come out in the open. I didn’t see the ending of this book coming, it was super dark and twisty and I loved it!

“So many questions….Until the very last page! Needless to say, I could not put this book down!” —Reese Witherspoon

FIVE. The Trapped Girl by Robert Dugoni. This is the fourth book in the Tracy Crosswhite series and I have to say that I am loving it! This series follows Tracy Crosswhite (duh) who is a detective for the Seattle Police Department and solves some pretty graphic homicides as well as cold cases on the side. If you are into murder mysteries then you have to check out this series. It’s FREE on Kindle Unlimited if you subscribe!

“Well written, and its classic premise is sure to absorb legal-thriller fans…The characters are richly detailed and true to life, and the ending is sure to please fans.” —Kirkus Reviews

SIX. Close to Home by Robert Dugoni. This is the fifth book in the Tracy Crosswhite series.

SEVEN. A Steep Price by Robert Dugoni. This is the sixth book in the Tracy Crosswhite series.

EIGHT. A Court of Mist and Fury by Sarah J Maas. This is the second book in the Court of Thorns and Roses which I read last month. I love the twist this book took and the ending was pretty spectacular. The main character really finds herself and comes into her own as well as protecting all of the people she loves. Side note- there are some pretty graphic sex scenes so I’m not sure if I would qualify this as “young adult” anymore…maybe more just adult? LOL!

“A gorgeously written tale as lush and romantic as it is ferocious. Absolutely spellbinding.” ―Alexandra Bracken

NINE. The Break Down by B.A. Paris. If you like psychological thriller then B.A. Paris is your girl! Since I read this book I have finished another book of hers and am currently reading a third….LOL!! This book is about a woman who questions every decision she makes after a woman she saw in car on the side of the road was found murdered the next morning. Her mother suffered from early onset dementia and she finds herself forgetting every little thing as well as being on the receiving end of some pretty disturbing phone calls since the murder. I never saw the end of this book coming and can honestly say I was shocked!!

“A story with a ratcheting sense of unease ― a tale of friendship and love, sanity and the terrible unraveling of it.” ―USA Today

And that, my friends, is what I’m reading in the month of November. If you want to catch up on my previous month’s book posts here are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October!

What books have you been reading lately??

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Hi! I'm Ricci and let me be the first to welcome you to Ricci Alexis, my lifestyle and beauty blog! I am a 36 year old single lady and am currently living in central Arkansas. My current obsessions include my dog Sophie, McDonald's frappes, the smell of DryBar hair products, the Royal Family, anything leopard print and celebrity gossip. Read More…

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  1. candy says

    December 4, 2018 at 7:06 am

    Several of these caught my interest and will be checking them out. Especially the Trapped Girl like a good detective book.

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  2. Jeanette says

    December 4, 2018 at 7:09 am

    WOW you have a lot of books here! I am excited to try out a few of these books! I love to read, especially when traveling!

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  3. Amber Myers says

    December 4, 2018 at 7:14 am

    Reading is the best. Congrats on making your goal! I need to check out these books you mentioned. I’m currently reading Pieces Of Her by Karin Slaughter.

    Reply
  4. Tasheena says

    December 4, 2018 at 8:40 am

    I always look forward to your “ what you’re reading posts”. You always have so many wonderful reads.

    Reply
  5. Shaliece Felder says

    December 4, 2018 at 8:41 am

    I have set my book goal for 2019 and have been seeking recommendations so I will definitely be adding some of these to my list. I do cheat a bit by adding a few audio books in the mix.

    Reply
  6. Melissa Chapman says

    December 4, 2018 at 9:56 am

    I admit it I have not read recently but it is always good to have these to consider. It really seems like that Robert Dugoni series is a great place to start.

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  7. Melanie says

    December 4, 2018 at 10:07 am

    I need a new book to read. I am almost finished with the one that I am currently working on. I will have to check into this.

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  8. Tomi C says

    December 4, 2018 at 11:02 am

    Lots of thrillers on your reading list this month. Me? Well, I just picked up my copy of “Becoming” by Michelle Obama. It’s a very inspiring read

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  9. Jenn@Engineermommy says

    December 4, 2018 at 1:07 pm

    A bunch of these titles sound really interesting. I really would love to start reading some of these types of genres.

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  10. Pam says

    December 4, 2018 at 4:49 pm

    Congrats on making your goal for the year! My daughter just read A Court of Mist and Fury and she loved it.

    Reply
  11. Alan @ MorePassportStamps.com says

    December 4, 2018 at 6:34 pm

    Thanks for sharing. Well done on hitting your target too!

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  12. Heather says

    December 4, 2018 at 6:34 pm

    I love these posts. I always discover new books! Though I rarely have time to read anymore.

    Reply
  13. Christine says

    December 4, 2018 at 8:21 pm

    I wrote down so many of these! You know I love to read!!

    Reply
  14. Alvin Adarne says

    December 5, 2018 at 4:38 am

    Thanks for sharing this awesome list of books. I love to read but “adulting” took free time away from me. Thank you for giving me an idea on what my new years resolution be.

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  15. Kasey says

    December 5, 2018 at 5:38 am

    Congrats on passing the 100 mark! There are a couple books that you mentioned that sound interesting. I’m going to put them on my Holiday wish list.

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  16. bohemian babushka says

    December 5, 2018 at 8:33 am

    Wow and woah. BB hasn’t read that many books in her lifetime! Liking the audio idea, so 2019 will be full of “reading”. BB2U

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  17. Teresa says

    December 5, 2018 at 8:39 am

    THat is so impressive you commit to reading! I used to be an avid reader and then, well, three kiddos and a very demanding hubbie☺ I’m impressed you read 107 books!!

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  18. Sara Smith says

    December 5, 2018 at 11:26 am

    I am surprised to see you are still reading books that are simply amazing because the trend of reading is declining. I am saying it because now most people use the internet to readout whatever they want instead of buying books. As a student, I personally like to read books because the retention power is very high and you get grasp more knowledge.

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    • Ricci says

      December 6, 2018 at 1:55 am

      I love to read…always have and always will. I also have tons of friends who read and I don’t see the trend in reading declining at all. It will be a sad day if it does though.

      Reply
  19. Melissa says

    December 5, 2018 at 12:36 pm

    Great tips for reading! I am not an avid reader myself but my sister is. These tips would really help me to pick up a book more often.

    Reply
  20. Lisa Favre says

    December 5, 2018 at 12:54 pm

    I absolutely adore Sophie Kinsella and I hadn’t heard of this book of hers. I am trying to fill up my reading list for next year so that will definitely go on there!

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    • Ricci says

      December 6, 2018 at 1:56 am

      That book comes out next February and it is such a great read!!

      Reply

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Ricci is a 39 year old digital content creator from central Arkansas. She is passionate about skincare, travel, reading, and being an advocate for women's health issues. She is dog mom to Sophie, cat mom to Rooster and Poppy and an aunt to 10 amazing kiddos. riccialexis83@gmail.com

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