WWW Wednesday is a tag currently hosted at Taking on A World of Words. The three W’s are:
What are you currently reading?
What did you recently finish reading?
What do you think you’ll read next?
I had a ton of books I wanted to finish before the end of the month (I’m serious about sticking to my TBR!) so I read quite a bit again this week. I also found some new favorites, so that’s a huge plus! I hope you’ve all found some great books recently as well.
Currently Reading:
Daughters of Smoke and Fire by Ava Homa
Daughters of Smoke and Fire is the first novel published in English by a Kurdish writer. This debut novel follows Leila, who dreams of making films to show the stories of the oppressed lives of the Kurds. Her brother Chia becomes an activist as well because of their father’s wrongful imprisonment and torture, but one day this leads to him going missing. Leila sets out to find out what happened to him and where he’s gone, but after posting Chia’s writings, she finds herself in danger too.
I’m a third of the way into this book, but I’m already recommending this to everybody. The Kurds have been facing persecution for so long and it’s something that never even seems to get as much as a mention. This is an extremely powerful debut (and the first to be published in English by a female Kurdish writer), and I want to keep talking about this book already because I really want to spread more awareness of this book and what’s going on (and what’s been going on).
Recently Read:
Mexican Gothic by Silvia Moreno-Garcia
Mexican Gothic follows Noemí, who is sent a mysterious letter from her newly wed cousin that she is in danger. This letter summons her to High Place, a mysterious and distant house in the Mexican countryside – and Noemí finds herself in an unfamilar place that will be difficult to leave behind.
This book was so good! I’m a fan of gothic novels and if you are as well, I think you’ll love the way the elements of the genre were portrayed in this novel too. Or if you’re new to the genre, I think you’ll like it quite a bit!
You can read my full review on my blog here.
Why I’m No Longer Talking to White People About Race by Reni-Eddo Lodge
Why I’m No Longer Talking to White People About Race started as a blog post where the author wrote about her frustrations with the discussion of race in Britain and how it is commonly led by people unaffected by racism. This book provides the reader with information on how to identify and counter racism.
This was a very helpful resource and even in the past few days since I’ve read it I’ve been referencing what I’ve learned in conversations so much. If you haven’t picked up this book yet, I highly recommend it.
You can read my full review on my blog here.
The Rules of Magic by Alice Hoffman
The Rules of Magic follows siblings Franny, Jet, and Vincent during the 1960’s.
I enjoyed the story overall and am considering continuing with Practical Magic at some point. The only thing I found was that sometimes it was difficult to connect with the characters. Otherwise, this was a good summer read!
You can read my full review on my blog here.
Up Next:
Cinderella is Dead by Kalynn Bayron
It’s been 200 years since Cinderella found her prince, but since then, things have changed. Teen girls are now required to attend the Annual ball where men choose a suitor. But those who are not chosen from are never heard from again. This story follows Sophia, who would rather marry her childhood best friend, and flees the ball. During her escape, she encounters one of Cinderella’s descendants – and together they attempt to bring down the kingdom.
I think Daughters of Smoke and Fire will be my last read for this month. I wanted to do a little more but this week has turned out to be busier for me than expected. I’m expecting my copy for Cinderella is Dead by the beginning of the month, so I think I’ll be reading this one next! I’m looking forward to reading this Cinderella retelling.
That’s all for this week’s WWW Wednesday. Leave a comment if you participated this week too so I can read your post – or let me know what you’re currently reading below!
-Julie Anna
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I think Cinderella Is Dead will be next for me as well. Happy reading!
My WWW Wednesday post.
That’s awesome! I’m looking forward to hearing your thoughts on it.
Daughters of Smoke and Fire looks very intriguing. Happy reading!
Thank you! I can’t wait to continue reading it tonight.
I have been seeing Mexican Gothic everywhere, so now I’m curious. Thanks for sharing…and for visiting my blog.
If you’re an atmospheric reader I think it’s a very good pick for fall as well 🙂
I finally started Mexican Gothic yesterday and I’m loving the atmosphere!! The spotify playlist really adds to the vibe.
https://dearbookshelves.wordpress.com/2020/07/29/www-wednesday-july-29-2020/
I had no idea there was even a playlist and I just rushed to open Spotify. This is awesome! I’m glad you’re enjoying it <3
I loved Practical Magic and I had the same problem. The witches kept themselves just out of my reach which made it difficult to root for them. I really need to pick up Mexcian Gothic – it is everywhere!
Have a great week! Here is my WWW: http://silverbuttonbooks.com/2020/07/29/www-wednesday-july-28-2020/
I’ll have to keep that in mind if I read Practical Magic. I see so much praise for the movies over the books and I wonder if that’s a part of that. And yes! I hope you like it if you do <3
It was great to read your full thoughts on Mexican Gothic. I’ll definitely have to check it out sometime. Happy reading!
http://musewithmeblog.com/2020/07/29/www-wednesday-july-29-2020/
Thank you Ryan! I hope you enjoy it when you do pick it up!
I have added Daughters of Smoke and Fire to my TBR – that sounds so interesting and important! I really do need to read Why I’m No Longer Talking to White People about Race as well. It’s good to see these kind of books widely read.
I’m glad you added them and I hope they’re some of your favorites this year, too! As much fun as it is to read books that provide escapes for us, I think some of the best books I’ve read were more serious and educational – both in fiction and non-fiction!
I definitely agree with that. I love books that make me feel like I have learned something new at the end of it. Being a bit wiser is never a bad thing.