Questions:

1. Most disappointing read of the year
2. Underdog book of the year
3. a book that was overhyped
4. Favorite book couple(s) of the year
5. Favorite main characters(s) of the year
6. Book that surprised you
7. New fav author you discovered in 2023
8. ‘happiest’ read of the year
9. Most frustrating book you read in 2023
10. Best adaptation of the year
11. Longest book you read this year
12. Shortest book you read this year
13. Favorite cover(s) of the year
14. A book you haven’t stopped thinking about
15. Cringiest book you read this year
16. Unpopular book you loved
17. What was the highest and lowest rated books you read this year on Goodreads, do you agree?
18. Favorite quotes of the year?
19. Book with the most unique concept
20. Book you read that you would reread
21. Reading goal reflection + 2024 reading goal
22. After 2023 reading, what are you prioritizing in 2024 reading wise

Answers:

1. Her Ult
   • I really tried to get into this book but I just couldn’t connect. 😦
2. Love Storm/Love Sky
   • This is such a great read and I absolutely LOVE these and I think more people should read them!
3. The Name Drop
   • Don’t get me wrong, I still absolutely LOVED the book but I think that I saw more promotion and people talking about this book A LOT.
4. Gigi and Ryder (The Graham Effect)
   • I think because I am absolutely in love with the Off Campus series, I absolutely loved these two and their stories.
5. Uea and King (Bed Friends)
   • Oh my goodness! The Amount of things that Uea had to endure but still so trusting towards people. King is also just as ridiculous because of how caring he is towards Uea. Yes, does he have his moments, but I mean he proves himself a good guy!
6. Haunting Adeline
   • I was completely shocked on how much I enjoyed this book. It was so creepy and suspenseful. I enjoyed it a lot more than I think I should have.
7. Susan Lee.
   • The first book that I read from her was Seoulmates and I absolutely LOVED it. The story went by way too quick for me.
8. Unexpected 사랑 (love)
   • I remember this one being super cute and left me satisfied. I really enjoyed this book
9. Binding 13
   • There are so many people who loved this book, but for some reason I could not get into it. I just didn’t connect with the characters and in the end it left me very frustrated. Im happy for the readers who enjoyed it, it just wasn’t for me.
10. The Summer I Turned Pretty
    • I thought the adaptation was pretty good, I enjoyed the show a bit more than I did the book but the book was still really interesting.
11. Binding 13
    • It was 887 pages
12. These Deathless Bones
    • 19 pages
13. A Record of My Remnants
    • It is such a simple cover but I find it so satisfying? I love it and one of my favorite book covers.
14. Beyond the Story: 10-Year Record of BTS
    • I have read this book multiple times and I cannot get enough of it. The stories are so captivating and interesting to me. I honestly, think of it ALL OF THE TIME!
15. Hunting Adeline
    • This book was so cringe, but I absolutely love it but also hate myself for loving it because it was not okay!
16. The Fearsome Foursome: Haunted Mansion
    • I know a lot of people look down on Disney and their books, but I absolutely love the Haunted Mansion series and they recently came out with another and I really enjoyed it.
17. If He Had Been With Me/My Encounter With A Superstar
    • I have a lot of five star reads but If He Had Been With Me sticks out to me at the moment.
    • Don’t get me wrong My Encounter With A Superstar is still a fun read and I have other three star reads but this one I completely forgot that I read.
18. “It was a moment, When it really felt like it could turn out like that. The moment that made us feel like, ‘There must be something more’. -Jeon Jung Kook (Beyond the Story)
    • I don’t know why, but like most people this quote really stood out to me and I think of all the hard work they put in to get to where they are.
19. Gender X
    • This was such an interesting read. I absolutely it very helpful with understanding Gender X. It helped me get a better understanding, but some parts I was not expecting. I do suggest checking out these books. They are really interesting in the best possible way.
20. For the Fans
    • This BOOK! I think was my other absolute favorite! I can reread this one so much. I would also highly suggest it.
21. 333/300
    • I have reached my reading goal this year a week or two ago, with the book Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow.
    • For my 224 reading goal I am debating on staying the same as this year BUT I am also trying to participate in more readathons, so I may update it to 330. I also want to create more readathons but we will see. Stay tuned 🙂
22. After my 2023 reading goal I think I am going to prioritize DNFing books. I think it’s a 100% okay to DNF books but I think my OCD takes over and doesn’t allow me to. I may also be a bit more selective in choosing books, instead of just buying but I don’t think I have that much willpower.