[Rewind] October 2016

12:33 Cilla 2 Comments

I'm excited for November! I'm halfway through my course, it's time for NaNo, and we're moving ever closer to Christmas. All in all, it should be a good month (even with the revision that I'm currently putting off). Looking back, October wasn't too bad either. Once I've pushed past the deadlines, that is. I'm desperate for a proper holiday, but I feel that my life is on the right track at the moment. It's a nice feeling, and I really hope it lasts.

Anyway, onto bookish and blogging matters!

I might have squealed a little bit when I saw Blood for Blood in the bookshop. I've finished reading it now, and it does not disappoint. A review is coming! Also, I went to the library to check out the textbook, but I couldn't just walk away with one book. Hence, A Little Paris Bookshop. It's one of those books whose title has been on my radar for a while, but I don't actually know the story. It sounds lovely though, and I'm looking forward to reading it.

• I reviewed three World War II novels in my second installment of Quick Stops.
• I discussed my mixed feelings about Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.

• Cake Break is a new feature I trialled in October. I wanted to connect more with you guys, so I really appreciated the comments!
• I talked about my favourite lady detectives and why I love them. 
• Aaand I made the decision to join NaNoWriMo this year. Meet the novel here! As I write this, it is Day 2 of NaNo for me, and I'm on 2,828 words.

Watch this space for a review of Blood for Blood! I also would like to continue chatting with you guys over cake, and there should be a bookish discussion post too.

How was your October? I hope life's been treating you well!

Have you had any 5-stars read lately?