This might be one of my favourite blog tours I've participated in and definitely have to hype up all of my fellow hosts because, DANG. Pure fire. The Shadows Between us is a stunning release and posts like Tricia Levensellar's Guest Post on Crafting a Slytherin Romance over at Novel Knight have got me all kinds of hyped. (And, I mean, really, we could all use more Slytherin Romance Vibes. It's a term that Levenseller excels in.)

This weeks TTT topic is a delight! What fictional characters would *Penn Badgley voice* YOU follow on social media? Oh, there are so many! (Which is funny because I never actually considered this topic until I saw it on the prompt list.)

I solemnly swear that I'm not still studying the cover for Rogue Princess like it's a priceless piece of art. (It is, okay?)

I adore historically based memoirs. You can definitely guess why I was anxious to get my hands on a copy of The Watergate Girl. (And I'm SO glad I did.)

I went into The Authenticity Project expecting to love it. But, I totally underestimated how much I'd really love it.

We've still got a way to go re: diversity in literature, but I'm so glad to see books such as Remembered pop up.

Spoiler alert: Mercy House is deeply moving and an emotional journey. It is all about women. And those who help others.

As intimate and moving as her previous releases, Courtney Peppernell impresses once more with I Hope You Stay.

I'm completely consumed by all of these wonderful historical releases. Whether they are non-fiction or fiction, you have to admit we're seeing SO much greatness. Which is why I jumped at the chance to review Wolf.

Nothing says 'this was a good read' quite like being so hungover, you can barely stomach looking at another book for weeks. Right?

Can you believe that not only is today my birthday, but my tour stop for one of my favourite YA releases? HELLO, Night Spinner. It's time to let darkness consume. (Also, HOW BEAUTIFUL IS THAT COVER? I'm swooning. Always.)

Start the new decade with Amanda Lovelace's latest: Break Your Glass Slippers. Her prose is just as magical as ever.

To Have and to Hoax promised me romance and comedic value, and HOO BOY, Martha Waters sure did deliver.

Resistance Women is just as enthralling and rich with history as I'd hoped! Jenifer Chiaverini is a true gift.

Such a Fun Age was fantastic! This is another review duo for me--I read along in a physical copy and listened to the audiobook.

Belle Révolte was one of my most anticipated upcoming 2020 release. You can't go wrong with a YA fantasy that has representation!

If you've been following Booked J for years, you already know that because of my origins in reading old Lurlene McDaniel novels, I will forever adore YA contemporary novels that explore grief. The Lucky Ones is one of those novels.

King of Lincoln Park had me at the fact that it takes place in Chicago. And I love knowing areas in which it takes place.

There's no lack of retellings when it comes to the Arthurian Legend. They are never-ending and the legend itself is a classic. Once & Future is one of many but it is also one in a billion and the big standout. All I know is that this series is one of the best spins on the legend--unique, lively, action packed and full of so much heart. It's also severely underrated and I need to convert all of you into fans, so I can yell at you about how fantastic this world that Amy Rose Capetta and Cori McCarthy have created.

Early last year, I was able to read an ARC of Once & Future and ever since then I've been craving more from this dynamic duo. I have only just traded in my bookish hangover. For, you know, another bookish hangover.

Because, the ARC of Sword in the Stars, that's why.

We still have a few months left of anticipating when it comes to the official publication of Sword in the Stars, but until then, I figure, well, it's time to chat your ears off about this series. Or, er, eyes. Type your eyes... off? Okay, okay, none of that makes sense. BUT, I swear to you, this series is totally worth your time and any babbling on my part.

Ah, I'm going to be real: The Roxy Letters was mostly one of those books I requested because of its cover. (And synopsis, but mostly its cover because clearly I'm shallow.)

Nothing* to see here, folks. Just Jessica burning through her Rick Riordan binge read and crying about Percy Jackson. It's fine, we're fine.
*Kind of a lot, TBH. 

I'm only mostly devastated that this book wasn't published sooner. Get ready to devour Only Mostly Devastated and blast Grease for all to hear. (Shout out to my neighbors who had to hear me singing Grease very loudly after finishing this book because I'M A BIG OLE SOFTIE, OKAY?)

Obviously The Majesties by Tiffany Tsao had me at its comparisons to Gillian Flynn AND Crazy Rich Asians. Like, could it be anymore intriguing in that alone?

Did someone say MAGICAL TATTOOS? *Packs bags and runs to the nearest bookstore because this book is that good* (Seriously, though...)

Taking note from Chandler's birthday celebration, I decided for the week of my birthday I'm going to reread a few favourites. (Or, at least, attempt to.) And that week is this week! With my birthday on Saturday, I'm feeling a bit indulgent and like I want to revisit some favourites. So, this week's topic for Love Freebie is just that!

Are you ready to join the crew? All the Stars and Teeth dazzled in the most vicious of ways. I'm completely smitten with this stunning debut and cannot wait to read more by Adalyn Grace in the future.

If you think I'm forever Melissa de la Cruz trash who ADORED The Queen's Assassin... you would be absolutely correct.

Peter Swanson's been on my radar for a long time--Before She Knew Him was my first, but certainly not my last of his backlist!

Home Truths was such an interesting and engrossing read--and definitely a sign that I need to read more from Susan Lewis, ASAP! (Which I definitely said when it came to One Minute Later.

There are so many books headed our way that I'm 98% sure will be 5-star reads. I hate making early predictions because sometimes I get ahead of myself and overhype something in my mind and then get letdown by it through no fault but my own.

A Love Hate Thing was an entertaining and a truly lovely debut novel! If you love YA contemporary romance, you'll definitely enjoy this one.

Every Other Weekend packs a serious punch and brings on ALL THE FEELINGS. Bring on the tissues.