SantaThingSantaThing Entry #279

LibraryThing member greeneyed_ives

Book tastes

I read mostly romance, history, and general non-fiction, though I am willing to try most genres. I prefer titles on the lighter side, as reading to me is a form of escapism, but don't mind heavier subjects when reading history or non-fiction. In romance and fiction, I like novels with strong female leads. I love complex characters, but I need them to have at least a few endearing traits which make me want to root for them. In non-fiction and history, I tend to gravitate towards books which explore gender, the complexities of the American South, and pop culture, especially music.

Don't get this!

Since having my daughter, I can't read anything with graphic depictions of child abuse or where the loss of a child is a major theme. I am also not interested in anything written by conservative or Fox News personalities, Colleen Hoover, religious titles, poetry, or self help. Lastly, I hate reading series out of order. Please do not get a book which is part of a series unless it is the first book or it is clear I have an interest/plan to read the series (mainly books by my favorite romance authors).

Other notes

My library is very up to date on what I own and what I've read for the past 16 years. I do have a small wishlist on my Goodreads profile if you are stumped.

Secret Santa

greeneyed_ives's Secret Santa was SouthernKiwi!

Purchasing Details

Store: BookPeople (https://www.bookpeople.com/)

Gift Amount: $50 (USD)

Comments/suggestions

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mice_elf: checked (Dec 5, 2023, 11:35am)
SouthernKiwi: Happy holidays, I hope you enjoy these picks! There were several others I wanted to get for you but budget and stock levels intervened so I'd also recommend: Johanna Lindsey, Mary Balogh, Sara Donati (aka Rosina Lippi), Stephanie Laurens and Susanna Kearsley :-) (Dec 2, 2023, 4:30am)