So we come to the latter half of what has been a bizarre year. June was quite the busy month as I spent most of the time preparing our library building for the first phase of reopening. This meant having to implement a new order and collect service and adhering to social distancing measures with my colleagues within the building. So far, the new system is working well, which is a small victory in the grand scheme of things.
In relation to books, The Song of Achilles broke me. It’s one of the most beautifully tragic books I’ve ever read It’s one of those books that quietly moves you and the weight of the emotion in this book was an experience. Since finishing the book, I’ve not been able to even think about diving into my next read, but if you’ve not read this Greek retelling, I urge you to pick it up.
Unfortunately, since it’s been so bust at work, the blog did have to take a step back. However, despite the limited posts, I am proud of the content I put out in June, so if you haven’t checked out some of the posts, you can find everything in the wrap up below.
Book Reviews
14th: The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller – 4.5 Stars
“This tale is a tragedy defined by love…This retelling is loyal to the original source but adds a breathtaking layer of depth to the love story that’s so often overshadowed by the pettiness of war.”
Discussions
- 5th: Ranking – The Marvel Cinematic Universe’s Six Original Avengers
- 24th: Ranking – Every Member of the Six of Crows
- 27th: Ones to Watch – July Book Releases 2020
TV & Film
- 10th: 4 Reasons to Watch Knives Out – A Movie Review
- 17th: Midnight Movies Mini-Review: A War-Time Blockbuster, Chaotic Anti-heroes, and an Intimate Sci-Fi Thriller
- 21st: TV Talk – Gang Warfare and Informative Historical Docudramas
- 30th: Ones to Watch – Must-Watch TV Shows in July
Favourite Posts in June
I’ll be the first to admit that I’ve not been very active this month. However, while my blog hopping game hasn’t been the best, that does not mean I’m not taking note of the brilliant content that’s constantly being produced.
Nick @ The Infinite Limits of Love makes sure that bulk up out TBR pile by spotlighting 90 Romance Books Releasing in the Second Half of 2020.
Kat @ Life and Other Disasters discusses what she’s been binge-watching. Kat also celebrated 7 incredible years of blogging in June.
Briana @ Pages Unbound asks where all the fathers are in YA Books?
Kristin @ Kristin Kraves Books recommends some alternatives to Goodreads.
Marie @ Drizzle and Hurricane Books wonders if a book bloggers work is really valued?
The 24hr.yabookbloog posted this insightful discussion on whether or not book bloggers get paid.
Grace @ Grace Thorough Good Beauty shares her 10 favourite shows to binge during the lockdown.
Lashaan @ Bookidote wonders if audiobooks are for you?
Trang @ Bookidote talked about what she can do as an individual to support Black Lives Matter.
The Orangutan Librarian spotlights great books they don’t talk about enough.
Sophie @ Sophie’s Corner celebrates 3 years of blogging with a 2-part Q&A post.
Yna @ Yna the Mood Reader shares 5 Young Adult Audiobooks you can listen to on Spotify.
July Plans
Despite lockdown measures easing in Wales, there’s still a lot of uncertainty in the country about what happens next. That means that there are no definite plans as of now, but if I’m lucky I’ll be able to fit in a day out at some point.
Realistically speaking, finishing a book would be a great goal to have, but between the years I seem to take to pick a book to read and the time I take to read it, that might not happen. I feel like I need a general life schedule so I can find the time to fit everything into my week.
What was your favourite book/film/TV show in June?
What are your plans for July?
My Midnight Musing 
The Song Of Achilles is a gem, I’m glad you enjoyed it 🥰
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I’m still reeling from the beauty of it all.
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Oh yeah song of Achilles broke me too. So glad you liked it. And thank you for sharing my post 🙂 ❤ I really liked Kristin and Marie's posts as well!
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I’m kicking myself for not reading it sooner. Hope July’s been kind to you so far?
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Yeah *fingers crossed* (I’m scared to say anything is going ok this year, cos that seems to be when 2020 gets crazy again LOL!) Hope july’s going ok for you x
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I think it’s gonna be a long, long time until you are over the heart-crushing something that was Song of Achilles. But wasn’t it also so worth it to read?
I hate how uncertain everything still is because of the pandemic. I feel like my whole life is just in a big freaking limbo …. BUT I am trying to look at the positives and hope that your July (and mine) will be super awesome and bring some clarity! Thanks for sharing my posts 😀
About your questions at the end of the post. I didn’t over the top love any book this last month, but I did appreciate Tyler Johnson Was Here a lot. As for shows, I think it would sound super phony if I didn’t say Stargirl? But I loved the ending of Dark, it was perfect in my eyes. And movie? Probably The High Note, because it’s Late Night (even the same director) but in the music biz. I love women lifting up women.
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It was worth all the heartbreak, the joy, the rage, sadness, and everything in between. How I’m gonna get over it is a mystery to me.
Limbo is a good word to describe the year. Hopefully, we’ll have some good memories to share this month. We deserve a bit of happiness.
I would have been disappointed if you didn’t say Stargirl haha. Dark is next on my watch list, just need to make sure I have the capacity to concentrate from start to finish haha. I’m all for women lifting up women.
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