My first Secret Santa exchange did not disappoint! I read a lot, and that is not an an exaggeration, so I was afraid I might get something that I’ve read before or that I wouldn’t give my Santa enough information to really choose a good book.

I told my Santa to pick me books that they like. They didn’t leave me a note, but I think they definitely chose books with me in mind that they themselves like/love. So, Santa delivered. Both books look great, are different genres, and I’ve never heard of either.

Book 1: The Wedding Date, by Jasmine Guillermo, is a light romantic read. Who doesn’t love a good book that you can sit down, fly through, and makes you feel happy?

Book 2 : Jonathan Strange & Mr. Norrell, by Susanna Clarke is massive, just about 1,000 pages. It’s the fantasy genre, but has romance and strong historical elements. It basically checks off all the boxes for a good novel.

Thank you Santa, you made my week! I can’t wait to spend the weekend reading. For once I’m not sad that my bf works (don’t tell him though!).