The book courtship tag

I actually wanted to do this tag for such a long time because I love the concept of structuring the questions according to the different stages of courtship, and I've finally come around to it, so let's jump right in!

Phase 1 - Initial attraction: A book you bought because of the cover?

I absolutely LOVE the cover of Six of crows by Leigh Bardugo. It looks so stunning, so when I saw it in the bookstore, I couldn't help but buy it immediately despite having no clue what it's about. Since the story is amazing as well, I luckily have no regrets.

Phase 2 - First impressions: A book that you got because of the summary?

Can you keep a secret? by Sophie Kinsella sounded based on its summary like a fun and quick read, so I bought it and wasn't dissapointed at all. I had such a good time reading it because it's a sweet and hilarious story at the same time.

Phase 3 - Sweet talk: A book with great writing?

The writing in Warbreaker by Brandon Sanderson is amazing and it's definitely one of the biggest reasons why I enjoyed this book so much. I really plan on reading another book by Brandon Sanderson this year because if his other books have writing that's as fantastic as the one in Warbreaker, you can't help but have a good time reading them.

Phase 4 - First date: A first book of a series which made you want to pick up the rest of the series?

Shadow and bone by Leigh Bardugo as well as Throne of glass by Sarah J. Maas are the perfect start for the two series and definitely made me long for more!

Phase 5 - Late night phone calls: A book that kept you up all night?

Since I mostly read at night anyway, I could answer this question with a lot of books, but I'm just gonna go with Carry on by Rainbow Rowell because this book is amazing and reading it was certainly worth being tired in school the next day.

Phase 6 - Always on my mind: A book you couldn't stop thinking about?

If you've read any of the other book tags I did so far, you'll know there's only one answer to this question: the A song of ice and fire series by George R.R. Martin. I've read it for the first time nearly a year ago and I've honestly been so obsessed with it ever since. I just can't stop thinking and talking about it and I'm spending way too much time searching for any kind of theories and discussing them with other readers. You have no idea how much I'm looking forward to rereading these fantastic books in (hopefully) about one or two months.

Phase 7 - Getting physical: A book which you love the way it feels?

I love touching and hugging books no matter what (that sounds kind of weird, but you know what I mean), but my paperback copy of Ice like fire by Sara Raasch feels really nice. The texture feels good and it has the perfect size for hugging.

Phase 8 - Meeting the parents: A book you would recommend to your family and friends?

I think my parents (epsecially my mom) as well as some of my friends would really enjoy The night circus by Erin Morgenstern. Honestly, I'd recommend it to everyone, because I just love everything about this story and reading this book is such a special experience, so I wouldn't want anybody to miss it.

Phase 9 - Thinking about the future: A book or series you know you will reread many times in the future?

Like I mentioned before, I'll definitely reread the A song of ice and fire series, not only because I love it so so much, but also because you need to read it at least two or three times before you understand every single connection between characters and events, since the books are just so complex and detailed. I'm already looking forward to seeing all the foreshadowing and details I missed on my first read!

I hope you enjoyed this tag and you're having a nice day!

Leah