February was a short but extremely busy month. I was honestly surprised that I got any reading done at all. Between everything going on, I leaned even harder into picking up whatever sounded comforting or exciting in the moment.
One of my biggest highlights was receiving an eARC of one of my most anticipated March releases, Across the Vanishing Sky (thank you Bloom Books for the free ARC). As the first book in the Starlight Grove series, it completely delivered! It had everything I was hoping for and more! I loved spotting the Easter eggs and getting to know a new cast of characters. There is something special about diving into the start of a series and knowing you have an entire world ahead of you.
I also finally caved and started the Game Changers series. I am genuinely kicking myself for waiting this long! I am usually hesitant to pick up books or shows that are heavily hyped because they tend to be hit or miss for me. But this series turned out to be a comfort I did not know I needed! The characters, the emotional arcs, and the sense of found family made it such an immersive reading experience.
I am about halfway through The Long Game, but here are my rankings so far:
- Heated Rivalry
- Role Model
- Common Goal
- Tough Guy
- Game Changer
I am not sure whether The Long Game will top Heated Rivalry or bump Role Model out of its second spot, but I am excited to find out.
Overall, February reminded me that even during busy seasons, reading can still carve out space for comfort and connection. I did not read as much as I might have in a quieter month, but what I did read truly worked for me. And at this point, that matters more than the number.
Asha Reads 