Ive been a book lover since the 3rd grade, and one of the first books I ever by myself without my mothers help was this book of short stories and songs from like the 50's. Sadly I dont remember the name, or id order it again for nostalgia purposes. But since then I have had a serious soft spot for used books. I love the thought of others having read and enjoyed the books I have. I have a new desire to build up my classics collection in all used editions. Different editions that all speak to the specific story. You will see some of that in this little haul.

The Books-
The Lies of Locke Lamora- Scott Lynch
The Woman Who Stole My Life- Marian Keyes
Wuthering Heights- Emily Brontë
Pride and Prejudice- Jane Austen
Once Were Warriors- Alan Duff (This was a rec from my very best friend who said I needed it in my life ASAP)
ParaNorman- Elizabeth Cody Kimmel (This one is for story time with my babies, the artwork is just incredible!)

I might have a new addiction with second hand books which lets be real, im all about that life. Anyone have some other diamonds in the rough I need to hunt up on my next used book hunt?

Ulta Beauty Haul

Ive found that shopping for one thing just isnt possible. True, I always intend to just get one thing, but if im in store or online its a guarantee my cart is going to be filled. So this is one of those so times. Recently I wanted an SPF for my face, and it all kind of snowballed from there.

The Products-
SPF 30 Sport Sunscreen by Juice Beauty
Aqua Prime Base Spray by Makeup Revolution
Pro Fix Oil Control Makeup Fixing Spray by Makeup Revolution (This was actually for my mother. Im a dry baby and she isnt even a little bit. I had given her my elf setting spray but it broke her out. So this is our second go at finding her one that works for her.)
Vegas Nay Classic Charm Lashes by Eylure
Rose Gold Lipstick by Makeup Revolution - Chauffeur
Soft Matte Lip Cream by Nyx Cosmetics - London
Butter Bronzer Murumuru Butter Bronzer by Physicians Formula - Bronzer

I havent had a chance to play with everything yet but reviews on my favorite will likely come soon. If theres anything I need to try right away do let me know. Or any other gems from these brands I should be on the lookout for? Do let me know beauties!

Beauty and the Blitz ~ Review

Beauty and the Blitz

Sometimes you find a book at the perfect time and it speaks to you in amazing ways and is just perfect for you. That's exactly how I felt about Beauty and the Blitz. This is the first Arc I've ever requested to read and it was simply an amazing experience from beginning to end.

Firstly the title gives us a serious play on words and gives a nod to a fairytale retelling that I'm totally a sucker for. So we were off to a good start. The cover art is .... Distracting in all of the ways I love. My friend teases all the time about my love for books with abs on the cover and I simply cannot help myself.

The characters of Cole and Piper I instantly loved and their dynamic was one I was a huge fan of. Both stubborn and head strong in very different ways you couldn't help but root for them in their lives in every aspect. Not to mention this book gives us one of the best written easy going interracial relationships I've seen in a book. It's not a topic they need to focus on at all and you see daily dynamics that also don't focus on it like some cliches can lead people to believe.

The writing itself was easy to read, quick and fun not ever yanking you from the story. This could be a perfect beach or poolside read. Or just a relax day when you really want to chill and take a break in someone else's world for a bit. There was steamyness and sweetness as well as sassyness so really id say Sosie Frost gave it all to us in this book.

On goodreads I gave this a happy 5 stars because I rate on the feels of a book and this one really hit all the spots. Today I got an email that Once Upon a Halftime had been released and instantly ordered my copy so I can continue on with this football team (Ironfield Rivets) and their lives.

Once Upon A Half-Time

Of your looking for fun and easy summer reads I'd say give these bad boys a try! Any romances I need to get my hands on for the steamy summer months? Leave me some recommendations!