annual birthday book unboxing!! 📦📚🫶🏼 [book haul!]

hello my sweet friends!! one of my favourite videos of the year!!
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[@eviemaydavis]

I read Dance of Thieves last year and it was amazing!!! I didn't read the other trilogy before it and understood everything completely fine so it's definitely not necessary!!! Hope you love them they're amazing💕💕💕

[@hannahkay6964]

I didn’t realise there was another one before it! 😮❤

[@khalilahd.]

That’s been on my TBR list forever ! Now I have to read it ❤😅

[@hannahkay6964]

@@khalilahd. girllll your TBR list has me stressin. No more 24 hour readathons plz 🥹🫶🏽🫶🏽🫶🏽🥹🥹🤣🤣🤣🤣 jokes I love them but your sleep schedule is sacred 🤍🤍

[@keirstyn99c]

Yep I completely agree that you don’t need to read anything before Dance of Thieves! I loved this duology

[@sfstock1]

I agree that you don’t have to read the Remnant Chronicles first but I kind of wish I had. I honestly loved all of these books!

[@khalilahd.]

I absolutely love this birthday tradition! You have so many great new reads I can’t wait to hear your review on them ❤

[@tahlia4189]

Yay!!! Absolutely LOVED this book haul - what an incredible collection of books! Love the Bible verse at the beginning of this video and absolutely ADORE your outfit! You are the most beautiful, glowing girl, Rach! You really do bring me so much joy 🤍 Hope you had the most lovely, blessed and fun filled birthday! Praying that the year ahead will be drenched in the favour and blessing of God 🥰 x

[@reganlol]

I feel like no one wants to read the Caraval series and it makes me sad🤣 Like Caraval the book is defo not the best in the series but Legendary and Finale are fantastic and you gain such a better understanding of Jacks as a character which I think enhances the reading experience of Once Upon a Broken Heart so much more! Donatella is such a babe and it makes me sad that so many people aren’t getting the chance to know her :/

[@c22d22]

Literally!! If you can get past the plot building and ugh Scarlette, then the trilogy is so good😅

[@reganlol]

@@c22d22 hahaha yeah , honestly I blame Scarlette for putting everyone off the series🤣🤣

[@carolenie]

I personally didn‘t like caraval at all (because of the whining main character) and everyone was super psycho to me, instead of magical. But I want to read Once Upon as well, and just hope it will be better. Also thinking if I should still continue the Caraval series… You make me think there is still hope ❤

[@reganlol]

@@carolenie i defo understand where you’re coming from!! personally i think donatella is a way better main character than scarlett and she is way less whiny!! I also think the backstory on Jacks is really valuable! it’s totally up to you what you want to do but there is some good story in those books

[@carolenie]

Uh you convinced me to give it another try :) thank you!! BTW: I can reaaally recommend the Prison Healer - Triology. I LOVED it, so many twists and turns. And here I really liked the characters and their dynamic. I am basically advertising this book and want everyone to read it :D

[@naomi.x2005]

i would love a bookshelf tour with your new collectors editions! and happy belated birthday 🫶🏼

[@shannonrose1473]

I read the Caraval series two years ago and it has always been my absolute favourite and Stephanie Garber is my favourite author, I’m halfway through Once Upon a Broken Heart and I’m loving it even more than Caraval which thoroughly surprised me but I could not be happier that I bought the second book prior!

[@nicol540]

If I'm being honest, I have read the Once Upon a Broken Heart series first without the intention of reading Caraval. Girl was I wrong! I loved it even more and it's one of my favourite series now! I'd definitely give it a try

[@carolenie]

I personally didn‘t like caraval at all (because of the whining main character) and everyone was super psycho to me, instead of magical. But I want to read Once Upon as well, and just hope it will be better. Also thinking if I should still continue the Caraval series… Is there still hope?

[@nicol540]

@@carolenie if I'm being honest... it's rare I like books because I'm a critical reader and everything is so weird to me. But for some reason I absolutely fell in love with Caraval. But if you didn't like the first book you probably won't like the rest. But it is from the POV of the sister But I believe you could like once upon a broken heart more, it's different and doesn't really have anything to do with caraval. That's my opinion! 😊😊💞

[@carolenie]

Oh thats great advice! Thank you

[@nicol540]

@@carolenie thanks! I have to try it. I think I have it on my e-reader but I've never given it a try haha

[@readingwkatelyn]

yesss I love hauls! I read that Kiss Deception before Dance of Thieves and was really glad I did! I fell in love with the characters and the story was pretty good!!

[@readingwkatelyn]

I originally read dance of thieves first and was confused but then I read the remnant chronicles and re-read dance of thieves and loved it more and understood it more!

[@belindachisholm9088]

I know you loved Evelyn Hugo and City of Girls, so if you’re looking for something similar I highly recommend The Show Girl by Nicola Harrison! It’s very glamorous and set in a similar time period. The main character is a talented dancer/singer and she does shows on stage. It’s super fun and there’s a love story involved. I think you would really like it! 🥰

[@111peopleperson]

literally the second I saw the City of Bones (and then Clockwork Angel) 10th anniversary editions at the shops I bought them, I couldn't walk away without it. It was my comfort series when I was younger, I still have a shelf dedicated to the shadowhunter-verse.

[@abigailhaller1091]

Can you show us you putting your new books on your shelves! I just think that would be so satisfying and I so badly want to see where you put them on your shelf!!

[@Chloexoxox]

I’m sooo excited for you to read Once Upon a Broken Heart!! The second book in the series is one of my favourite books! 💖💖

[@user-bi2zp6he6u]

I just got back into reading (I haven't read a non-textbook book since I was about 16) and my first one back is Exes and O's - I am obsessed with the book and reading again! I love watching your videos, especially the book-themed ones! :)

[@lindsreads]

I read dance of thieves dueology first, and then read the remnant chronicles after and totally wish I would have read TRC first! DoT takes place like 7-8 years after the events in TRC and some of the characters in TRC are in DoT and so if you like character focus books, it might hit a little harder in the feels. And it helps understand more so the light magic that is in it ☺️ hope that helps!

[@Daimondsky96]

I just finished This Woven Kingdom and loved it!!! It's a little harder to tead than Shatter Me but soooo good!! 😊

[@julie5897]

Firstly, from one April birthday girl to another, happy birthday Rachel 🎉🎂🎉🎂. I haven’t read the Caraval series either but just finished Once Upon A Broken Heart in 2 days. Couldn’t put it down. Hope you enjoy it as much as I did. Love the book haul. Can’t wait to get your take on a number of these books. Happy reading 😍 P.S. I’ve read Set On You and I too wasn’t super excited by the blurb on the cover but ended up quite enjoying it.

[@Cmoore-Books]

I would read The Remnant Chronicles first. I think you’ll enjoy Dance of Thieves and Vow of Thieves so much more if you do. Characters and places are referenced in the duology. It’ll make some of the scenes and people you meet so more joyful and exciting. I’m trying not to spoil anything, but it’ll make it so much better if you do. I was so happy when I got to parts in the duology because I knew places and characters from the OG trilogy.

[@asandabintolo2914]

That Throne Of Glass collectors edition is just stunning.😍👌 I need it in my shelf.🥲

[@booksandteas]

love this haul. awh and you wear your new cloth from the last video. so perfect for a book haul. 🤍

[@lotsoflovedisha727]

YESS MY FAV TYPE OF VIDEOS

[@ellieneufeld8514]

I haven’t read once upon a broken heart yet, but I recently read the Caraval series and it’s probably one of my favourites. I think the second book is better than the first though. It probably has the best written romantic tension moments ever, and the writing is so good

[@tasmynhadden1380]

I’m so excited 🥹🥹🥹

[@carlydonais1738]

For dance of thieves - the ending of the kiss of deception series will be spoiled if you read this series first. I also think the kiss of deception tripling is better!

[@addypark8497]

as much as i loved loved the remnant chronicles, i know some people didn’t as much. the first book is interesting in that you don’t know which male character pov is who because it’s a bit of a love triangle where u genuinely don’t know which she’ll choose. but i’d say read dance of thieves duology first and if u love the world and the writing then to jump into the triology after because there’s so many connections you’ll realize after, but it’s not necessary! either way i hope you fall in love with dance of thieves :))

[@clary1120]

Adore youu Rachel!! The scream I let out when you brought out the Velaris tee!! Can't wait to see you wearing it!! Also, the special edition of Clockwork Angel had me screaming as well because I just love that series so very much!! Glad you had an amazing birthday! Books and bookish merch are the best gifts! Lots of love! 💜💜

[@graceweiss4725]

Not even kidding, I had the same idea for my kindle. I bought two clear cases just like the one you have and two pop sockets to have on the back and a bunch of stickers to decorate so if I get tired of having one case on, I can switch it or just take it off entirely

[@shelleylawrence8397]

Loved this and your joy.

[@trinityhill4586]

Your sweater is so cute!!!

[@sydneyholifield2987]

I have been wanting that Throne of Glass edition forever and just haven’t ordered it. I gasped when you pulled it out of the box. It must be a sign!!

[@bridgetteh3843]

Yay! Hope you had a lovely birthday ☺️💐

[@juliakoczor]

oo you should do a blind date with a book reading vlog!! they're all over etsy and seem so fun :)

[@hannedecavel1670]

This video made me so happyyyyy!!!!

[@sophielenton1484]

you will love exes and o’s!!! it was so cute and trevor is 💞💗💘💕💗💝💗💝💖💕

[@Sullysrager916]

I just finished Highly Suspicious and gave it 3.5 stars. It was ok just a lot of back & forth. Hope you enjoy your books! And happy late birthday

[@kansxlibrary]

ONCE UPON A BROKEN HEART IS SOOOOOOO GOOD !!!!! and you don't need Caraval at all !!!! I am so excited for you, I wish I could read it for the first time 😭

[@imogenkate509]

Happy Birthday 🎉❤ I absolutely loved this video! Definitely making me feel like I need a book shopping spree soon! 🥰

[@kaylaleblanc8584]

Just wanted to say, the t-shirt actually has a photo of Banff, Alberta, Canada in winter at night. If you google “Banff at night” it shows up! Regardless, Banff is just as magical 😊

[@madisonsmith014]

the first book in ex’s&o’s talks about the sister !

[@Siobhancaitlynbooks]

the bookmark with the house on it legit looks like the cover for some kind of happiness by Claire Legrand!!

[@madelineheinle4131]

The clockwork angel cover is stunning. I have the mortal instruments and city of bones series in paper back, but that hard cover is so beautiful. And the pictures on the inside. I might have to add it to my birthday book list!!

[@marynbooks0622]

Happy belated birthday! It’s a bbb video! Belated birthday bookish video!

[@shannonrakes226]

Loved this book haul.!You’ve definitely got me wanting to try a fantasy book too. I’ve been thinking of getting a kindle and doing the same with stickers 😁 Enjoy your new books! 📚

[@AdrianasWonderland]

i love maps in books

[@kissedintoruins]

I have just finished the Caraval series and really loved it so I personally think it’s worth it to read it first. I’m about to jump into Once Upon a Broken Heart so I don’t know how much you NEED to read Caraval before but what I can say is that Jacks - who, I believe, is one of the main characters in OUABH - is introduced in Legendary and is also in Finale (from the Caraval series). I personally love having that backstory going in to the next series so maybe you do too. Also, I read the Remnant Chronicles before Dance of Thieves and, although I preferred DOC and I do think you can read it without reading the previous series, I think I might’ve been a bit lost in the world building and some characters’ backstories if I would’ve started with DOC. Hopefully that helps 😊

[@perlahernandez4778]

happy belated birthday!!! I hope you enjoy your books 📚💗🥳🫶🏽

[@kellyirwin4311]

Biggest of happiest birthdays for the other day!

[@Books.868]

Omgg !! Amazing video rach

[@clare6924]

Thankyou for all the great vids lately! Loving them! Ps. I love the green jumper, target is slaying lately 🥰🤎

[@laceyrobinson5994]

I feel personally the Caraval series is honestly right up there with the Once Upon a Broken Heart series you might enjoy it more than you would believe!

[@sweetxtea27]

I read Once Upon a Broken Heart first, and then learned that a certain character is part of Caraval and couldn't resist. I wasn't very interested and then the further I dove into the series the more addicted I got! Once Upon a Broken Heart and the Ballad of Never After are my favorites of the bunch though!

[@madisonsmith014]

If you want to read the other trilogy, I’ve heard that if you read the dance of thieves it will spoil some of the stuff that happens in that other book series!

[@valenshakarmilah6672]

I read the dance of theives books 2 weeks ago and LOVED, it is YA no spice and I didn’t read the other books and still loved them

[@whynot_simp]

Aww we have the same birthdays!!! 💕❤️☺️🤩

[@Maroon58]

You need to order The Ballad of Never After! Trust me, you will want to read it after you read Once Upon a Broken Heart. Both are so good but the second is amazing! Happy birthday from another April girlie!

[@laceygomez]

Happy Birthday Rachel!!!🎉❤ Those collector editions are gorgeous 😮

[@tarcielemaria5045]

I absolutely loved this video! I am excited for your next birthday already🤭❤

[@Chelseamayxxx]

Happy belated birthday Rachel you got some amazing books 📚 xx

[@lindseygoulld]

i love the bible verses at the beginning of the video 😊

[@christinacroal2773]

You absolutely must read the Remnant Chronicles first! It became one of my all time favorite series EVER and the Dance of Thieves duology was the perfect continuation. You won't be completely lost if you don't read the trilogy first BUT there is a LOT of key information that will help make it a much more enjoyable read and a better appreciation for the world building that goes on :)

[@gabbysteed9562]

rach this is making me want to buy new books!!! absolutely loved this video so much ❤ your special editions are gorgeous

[@julietteabbott4047]

I read the remnant chronicles before the dance of thieves duology and I would say you definitely don't need to read the first trilogy to understand anything however it definitely makes for an more enjoyable reading experience and I would recommend it! Also This Woven Kingdom and These Infinite Threads are absolutely amazing! I just finished the second book and I'm obsessed. If you like Shatter Me, I think you'll also like her new series 😊

[@ambercastleberry9879]

Loved this! I just picked up the Dance of Thieves duology from the library and am so excited to start reading it!

[@jenniferrivers1561]

I just finished final offer. its my absolute favorite of the series!!

[@aileechristian3653]

Redbubble has a lot of cute stickers!

[@lambbees104]

Happy belated birthday!!! 🥳 And Happy Easter!

[@salmahamdy4025]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY QUEEN. LOVE YOU

[@misskikikat]

You should share your wish list so some of us can also buy you books; since you give us such amazing videos to enjoy with honest reviews and hauls, etc. 💝

[@rachellister4521]

PLEASE read Dance of Thieves!! it was one of my first books that kicked off me reading again after finishing my MBA and i fell in love with the duology! i didnt even know there was a series before it until a few months ago and i was not confused at all!

[@shelleylawrence8397]

Where did you find that version of Tomorrow and tomorrow and tomorrow? It’s stunning. Love to hear you talk about books.

[@Sof_rha]

Happy belated bday! Å hope you had an amazing day❤❤ I’m def gonna be adding all of these books to my TBR:))

[@haileysherman9668]

Okay but where did you buy that version of Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow? I want one lol also HAPPY BELATED BIRTHDAY!! 😊🥳

[@c22d22]

I read dance of thieves first, and recently read the kiss of deception series, and honestly, you don’t need to read kiss of deception first. They are their own stories and the only crossover is kind of mind blowing if you read it in the order I did 🤭

[@kansxlibrary]

I read dance of thieves without reading any prior books before and its totally fine!!! I absolutely love the duology ahh I hope you read it soon 👀💘

[@avam7632]

Happy belated birthday!

[@fallonturner7441]

Happy belated Birthday 🎂🥳

[@tomie1308]

Happy belated birthday Rachel!

[@DisneyLissy]

I love this haul! Happy birthday 🎊🎁🎈

[@lilylambert7318]

Happy belated birthday Rachel !!!

[@TrainingWithTheKoenigs]

Exes and Os is so good! Very funny. Don’t take it seriously lol. You don’t have to read Set On You, but I loved that one too. It’s 🌶️🌶️🌶️

[@camillebrun1085]

This woven kingdom is soooooo good you'll like it

[@katelynnmounts9745]

Since you love the calamity Montana series you would probably also love the Jamison valley series by Devney perry as well 😊

[@vickiquinn1196]

That top looks great on you❤❤❤ Great haul! ❤

[@Jordanakern]

I read exes and os first and didn't feel like I was missing anything! The first one is good but I prefer exes and os!

[@ryanfrisby7389]

Happy birthday Rachel!!

[@Jordan_throws1]

You don’t need to read the remnant Chronicles before you read dance of thieves, but the remnant Chronicles is so good that I think it’s worth a read

[@edwardleecaliforniausa]

Hi Rachel good morning happy Thursday morning and I hope you having amazing day today and I loved your vlogs and you are amazing Supporter and I'm proud of you

[@SophieJayne]

Tell me why I want to order them all

[@EileenVDMerwe]

Happy belated birthday, can you maybe link the clear case please.😊

[@RachelCerys]

Don't think you need to read Kiss of Deception first but I would highly recommend that trilogy anyway, its one of my fav fantasy series

[@SuperSweetfrog]

Happy Birthday!

[@elissajohnson23]

PLEASE read the Caraval series. It is soooo goood!!❤️❤️❤️

[@heroiisa2]

You don’t need to read the Kiss of Deception before Dance of Thieves but Dance of Thieves has some pretty big spoilers about the love triangle in the Kiss of Deception so if you are interested in reading the Kiss of Deception and don’t want those spoilers then you should read it before Dance of Thieves :)

[@avajenkins2916]

okay FINE i’ll go purchase my whole wishlist even though my physical tbr is massive 😭 if you INSIST xoxoxox

[@ellieisreadingx]

Happy Belated birthday! I recently started watching ur channel and I literally love u

[@sarahdeyoung665]

You totally don’t have to read Remnant Chronicles before Dance of Thieves! I would still 100% check Remnant out though, it’s an awesome series!!

[@katherinesklaykreations9483]

I don't think you need to read the trilogy before Dance of Thieves AT ALL! Dance of Thieves and Vow of Thieves are still to this day my #1 favorite book(s) of all time! I read The Remnant Chronicles after the duology, and I honestly didn't like them as much.

[@hannakerrigan1297]

can we have a bookshelf tour!!!!!

[@JulEnglefaris]

I read Once Upon a Broken Heart and it was so amazing I ordered the whole Caraval series lmao

[@shannonrose1473]

Never realised you were an Ariessss

[@rrawdha]

HAPPY BDAY OMG