THIS YEAR I’ve decided to read at least one book each month. It’s already been a rollercoaster of emotions. Some books have heavier topics than others, but that doesn’t make them less worthy of reading. Whether it’s love at first sight or the chosen one, all books are good for specific people. Not many people read as much as they used to because it’s “too boring” or they have something better to do. Just go to the library and ask the librarians for a suggestion; they might have some! Anyway, here’s my book list and reviews!

My first book was Dating and Dragons by Kristy Boyce. A girl named Quinn Norton moves to a small town in Ohio after some drama with her old school. She starts anew and meets a group of kids who are running a Dungeons & Dragons campaign. As she grows closer to the group and joins it, Quinn starts to fall for charismatic Logan Weber. Alas, there’s a rule she can’t ignore to keep peace in the DND group, “no dating other members.” It’s an overall good book for people who like a mix of romance and a bit of Dungeons and Dragons. 7.5/10

At the beginning of February, I started Unboxed by Non Pratt. It’s about a group of old friends that got together to open a time capsule they set during high school. There were supposed to be five members, but one had died before the opening. Her last wish? Everyone should be together as they open the capsule. It led to past secrets being spilled and emotions exploding. The end of the book was enough and not enough at once. If you’re into a sad note, bits of drama, a satisfying ending, and want less than 200 pages, read Unboxed. 8/10

Near the end of February, my obsession with Alice Oseman began. Solitaire is about a girl named Tori Springs and her depressing mood. She doesn’t have many friends, but she doesn’t seem to mind. As she walked through school and to her locker, she found a sticky note with an arrow. Tori ends up following the many notes and arrives at a computer lab, where she meets Michael Holden. They, together, get drawn into a mystery about who exactly is behind the prankster blog, Solitaire. Solitaire has many sensitive topics, but it’s worth it as she goes through life with her gloomy self. 10/10

I’m onto my fourth book, which is by Madeline Miller. I haven’t gotten far, but there’s progress! Reading a book in my free time helps pass the time, especially now that phone rules are stricter than ever. Books give lessons, whether it’s to take advantage of your life and enjoy yourself, or to learn to fix mistakes you know you’re in the wrong. All Lancers should read. Fiction or not, it might just help you learn something new.