everything i read in march + april ☔️ spoiler-free reading wrap up

[@emnabenhamza-j6x]

The range lexi's reading wrap ups have never failed to entertain me

[@whatebonyreads]

Never. I love it.

[@katydid003]

Omg only 4 days since your last video and we’re getting another?? I’m in heaven. I desperately needed this today! I hope you’re doing ok and that you’re currently literate and reading something that sparks joy for you 💚

[@averyreadsbooks]

I like that you're steadily collecting photos of unhinged male love interests on the wall behind you like pokemon cards

[@newlynova]

i still need to put up alex from twisted love to complete my set so far

[@frontingmp3]

I just need you to know that you talk the perfect speed for my ADHD brain and it's ruined every other youtuber for me 😭 thank you for your service

[@newlynova]

an honor and a privilege truly

[@cassandrafortin4684]

THIS. I agree so much ❤

[@sarahlouise11]

@@newlynova honestly, even my dyslexic boyfriend who has no interest in books or people talking about them will put his phone down and just sit and listen and laugh when I play these videos

[@vengefulpinecone1411]

I dunno if you’re straight or not but I appreciate how you review gay books the same as you do straight books. I came out during the mid 00s and the idea that a potentially straight woman could read a book about lesbians and not as some weird dare or like with gross fascination just brings me joy. Thanks bronado! 🤜🤛

[@amyb2589]

Hey! I know you didn't ask but it's me, I'm the straight girlie who will happily enjoy anything sapphic! I was the token straight girl in a group of LGBTQ+ people in high school and still listen to a lot of wlw music and whilst I haven't read that much recently (4 books last year and on my 3rd so far this year 😅) I would fully enjoy a gay romance. I sound like I'm trying to tout my allyship, I'm really not, just want to affirm to you that we exist ❤

[@whatsupwithjosh9666]

The Cole Sprouse pic in the back from the Beautiful Disaster video is *chef's kiss* so good.

[@mollyceskew7414]

I appreciate that you open every video with "hope you're taking care of yourself". It's very kind

[@Ida2170]

instead of just hating/eye-rolling on books that are so ridiculous and objectively stupid, i’ve started reading them with the mindset of ‘this is the kind of godsend material lexi would be pulling so many quips and commentaries out of in her video summaries’ and suddenly my reading experience becomes exponentially more bearable and entertaining. the book i recently read where i implemented this was “stay with me” by nicole fiorina, which i picked up from booktok thinking it was gonna be wholesome. from the premise i knew it was kinda outlandish but still i took my chances - like c’mon it’s essence was abt an emotionally void girl learning to form genuine human connection, or so i thought… the more i delved into the book (and the rest of the trilogy), i realised there is only sm disbelief one could suspend. the plot progressively became SO unserious. while i could’ve simply been petulant by how far off my reading expectations were met, i shifted to my lexi-inspired mindset and so i was able to maintain being a hater but this time the joke’s not on me bc i enjoyed myself in finding entertainment amongst the absurdity of it all (that being said, the book also got pretty problematic - it’s one of those books that kinda takes itself seriously, making it all the more icky tbh but ig this further provides the grounds for important discussions/addressals too lol). personally, i’ve only read the first book but after skimming the second and third, it’s safe to say the plot got even more unhinged. i’m sure there are tons of book recs for videos you already receive but if i could offer an extra option, it would be this. regardless, lexi your book summaries are all bangers (whether these wrap-up kinds or the movie length kinds lol). every time you open/close your videos wishing us to take care of ourselves, i genuinely feel appreciated. so in the same vein, i (as am sure the rest of the newlynova community) send lots of love your way, wishing the best for your mental health and wellbeing during this treacherous time 💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕

[@newlynova]

this is the way. sometimes people are like "why do you read things you hate" this is why. it is fun to roll with the punches and enjoy the process of reading things that are awful and very silly hahaha. 🫶 much love bestie

[@l1k1v1]

UNCLE JACK IS HERE TO STAY FOREVER ✨💅🏼🫂😭

[@emily_kim]

lmao it's uncle jake not uncle jack

[@l1k1v1]

@@emily_kim babes whatever what difference does it makes🤡🤣

[@bareerahbukhari3408]

Lexi's genre jumping has started giving me whiplash

[@bluecheeseenthusiast]

you’re feeding the masses man ✊😌, literally (i watch you when i eat my ramen)

[@newlynova]

spiritual equivalent of the intended wine pairing for my content

[@olliereadss]

“the arctic tundra that is my heart” FELT 😭 you always have phrases that describe me in vibes

[@jeriness]

Your comment about a weaker author spinning the book onto a series is so relevant! Sometimes, the impact is SO much bigger when it's boiled down into one book, that as you said "feels substantial". Such a great point!

[@sirpufflington8116]

My new favorite hobby is playing Animal Crossing New Horizons while listening to your videos like genuinely nothing compares to this

[@A-kb8kg]

That sounds so wholesome ❤

[@kattinthehatt8292]

I audibly said “YIPEE” when this upload came into my notifications. Thank you Lexi for the serotonin!

[@Pleiades21]

Yes studying for APs is hell I need some happiness

[@kattinthehatt8292]

@@Pleiades21 seriously. I’m currently going through it with final essay planning. Absolutely desd

[@firellamas]

I'm so happy to see more people reading The Spear Cuts Through Water! It was so overlooked when it came out- it definitely should have been nominated for the Hugos last year. His first novel, The Vanished Birds, is equally as unique in its storytelling but is sci-fi instead of fantasy.

[@newlynova]

this is for surreee on my list!!! just so talented

[@grape7892]

the welcome to nightvale reference whipped me back into memories i didn’t know existed

[@carolineforrester9625]

“I don’t want to talk you out of enjoying something that makes you happy.” Love your critiques.

[@erinreads]

THE SPEAR CUTS THROUGH WATER!! ugh one of my favorite books. i feel like i would struggle to describe it the way you did, do you script your videos pretty tightly? you are so articulate my dude also “but simon said no” i’m dead you’re hilarious

[@newlynova]

i script almost everything i do :) don't tell anyone lol (i like having my thoughts together so i don't ramble on forever)

[@aahanachand3062]

A twisted lies video yesssss definitelyyy Also, kind of really wanted to hear your opinion and thoughts on Nov 9 so it'd be great if you could do a video about it!

[@newlynova]

WE WILL SEE

[@cassidyloftis4160]

So sorry you’ve had it rough lately. I was so excited to see you had posted, it made my day! I look forward to your videos more than any other channel! Thank you for posting when it wasn’t easy, and keep taking care of yourself ❤

[@vidyaarunkumar5027]

PLEASE MAKE A RECAP OF THE REST OF THE TWISTED SERIES, omg i just finished watching your last video and I NEED MORE i love your humor so much

[@livvalentine8562]

Thank you for being so transparent about your mental health I just got back into reading again last December and after this month of also being in the trenches and not picking up a book all of April your last vid made me feel brave enough to just finish the two hundred pages i had left in my last read and I already feel those cogs slowing turning again❤ It always helps more then you can know to see others going through it too and that the book will not judge you lol

[@newlynova]

PROUD OF YOU !! we stay fighting hahaha

[@becks_becks]

your self-awareness to name your emotional disregulation and share the seasons, even when you're not feeling 100%, with us is really refreshing. I'm sorry you've been going through a hard time and hope things continue to look up. I followed you on tiktok and found your KZbin when I deleted the app and your longer videos are just as wonderful as the short snippets! your videos make grading my student's work fly by, thanks for sharing with us!

[@rosesthornsandreads]

lexi your vibes are so immaculate all the time i always leave your videos just wanting to be friends bc i have genuinely never in my life seen another book creator so similar to myself and i love it

[@Milatsune]

This video could not come a better time. I’ve been putting your videos on in the background while I crunch on a project and I had just run out of videos last night

[@Brownie928]

That is literally what I do. Her voice just does something to my brain

[@Milatsune]

@@Brownie928 tbh? No other booktubers talk fast enough. She speaks at like the perfect speed for my adhd brain to not have to go ‘ughhhHhHh catch UP’

[@Its_se2]

Everytime Lexi does a wrap up i have the same thought pattern of "Lexi LOVES doing mental gymnastics" and I love and respect that fact about you Lex. ❤ also, really appreciate the little life updates you drop in your videos, its always pleasant to know that you're doing well, i will keep an eye out for your background change through the next videos you drop and good luck!!!❤

[@mayalarson8265]

OUT STALK THE STALKER. Your reviews of Ana Huang’s books are the BEST

[@ErinSmith-w6u]

girl when you were talking about powerless and the twist i read it like a month ago and i had to go and read a summary to remember what even happened. summarizes how i feel about that cough mediocre cough book

[@jessicar2609]

The twist also seemed pretty obvious to me? The writing was so heavy-handed that I would have been more shocked if what was revealed hadn't happened.

[@reynajo669]

I'm literally reading "someone who will love you in all your damaged glory" right now,, that's been on my tbr for like,,, a year, so I just love that I finally got to it and then find out you read it recently too!! How fun lolll I am definitely enjoying it so far

[@pichie6897]

Lexi’s description of Christian Harper is spot on LMFAO

[@snoitcudorpiwik5723]

I just finished the spear cuts through water after your recommendation, and I think it’s my favorite book now. Thank you so much!!!

[@b1tchycats]

I’m going through a really big period of change in my life right now and your videos are always such a comfort! Wherever I am it’s always so easy to relax and watch these and it always inspires me to pick up another book on my tbr :)

[@finniganalicia1224]

usually i just lurk on your channel, but i just wanted to send you so much love bc you always brighten my day, you will get through this

[@newlynova]

🫶🫶

[@elodieart]

WHEN LEXI POSTS🎉

[@GraeBeifong]

I swear I need a video on just your sweatshirts one day. I'm always trying to find them online, they all look so comfy but stylish

[@kwhundredk]

Beautiful disaster movie is worth checking out if not simply just for how vastly different it is from the book. the book makes the movie look like the notebook

[@damiahmar]

no because why was i also physically shook at the part of your world connection to just for the summer

[@juliafrances454]

catching up on your last 3 vids as i unpack from finals and moving out of college is an excellent experience 10/10 would recommend

[@afox3.07]

Oh my gosh I was so happy to see this, I was just gonna rewatch a bunch of old ones xD

[@REDACTED_24]

Just popping in as someone also in their mid twenties going through it feeling all kinds of lost and scared and desolately hopeless (not that i'd presume to know what you're going through thats none of my business), it's really nice seeing you post and seeing you read and I genuinely hope things get a little easier soon. Keep it up.

[@Rozenaut]

Completely agree on The Spear Cuts Through Water. I read that a couple of months ago. The narrative style is so unique. At first I was confused, then I started to understand how it worked... and then I was absolutely entranced by it. Absolutely brilliant. This book is definitely going to be in my top 5 for this year.

[@neviins]

i loved the spear cuts through water aswell!! soooo underrated

[@ketterdamned]

Just finished up Notes on an Execution and it was great, very poignant in terms of navigating womanhood and it was interesting how Ansel’s POV toward the end just became more unhinged the angrier he got. Congrats on moving!! Good luck! Thanks for the rec

[@weabug]

i needed this! lots of love!

[@mallorygarcia6756]

i hope everything gets better for you lexi 💞 you are my fav!!!

[@Ash1111-b8p]

It’s so nice to hear someone talk about the welcome to nightvale podcast. I LOVED it.

[@mira-ce1jb]

LOOKING FORWARD TO THE NEXT VIDEO watching ur videos is like coming home it’s like catching up with a good friend i love them so much im so glad ur life is feeling at least a little bit better since ur slump last month good luck on the move !!!!

[@Elena-cj8xr]

My mental health has plummeted so badly since last month but seeing your videos brings me so much happiness i literally love to just put your videos on while i paint and rot away 8hours everyday 🫠and hearing how you are feeling makes me feel less alone and a bit more motivated to getting out of this dark hole, I hope you will have brighter days lexi you truly deserve it❤

[@newlynova]

🫶 so do you!! keep your head up :)

[@genevieveduflock5835]

Wow I’m almost embarrassed to admit this but I connected on a spiritual level to your mental state in the last video and when I saw your care of sponsorship I IMMEDIATELY signed up like I’ve never in my LIFE signed up for a booktube sponsorship until this moment right now but I’m actually feeling hopeful so like thanks Lexi love your videos btw I’ve seen literally all of them

[@Lama-xe2jd]

Never expected a welcome to nightvale reference but I’M HERE FOR IT! Also thanks for the notion presentation; I find it really usefull. Had a lot of random notes on my phone that are finally organized.

[@JodiWong]

in the 8 days after i finished watching your video i ended up reading the entirety of just for the summer and when i tell you i GASPED when i realized what emma’s connection was to the characters to the rest of the series

[@hamhampter]

oh it's so exciting to hear you talk about the spear cuts through water !! i read it last year, and it was hauntingly beautiful. i couldn't stop thinking about it for weeks

[@saturnsophie]

i have not heard the words 'welcome to night vale' spoken to me since i was 13. this video has given me a new book to read (notes on an execution) and a new desire to go and listen to welcome to night vale again

[@scipio5522]

I get so happy when these get posted 🎉

[@nonbinarybard]

the gravelly quality in your voice just scratches something in my brain and i just love listening to you talk. i'm having a bit of a rough go of it health-wise but i put this video on to crochet to and i must say it was time well spent. thanks for sharing your book thoughts with us

[@HoodwinkFalls]

i have never seen someone online talk about she gets the girl. I love it so much, its one of my favourite trashy sapphic romcoms and it makes me so happy you read it

[@kylafish]

i just finished the Caraval series and i feel like you could do a whole unpacking video on that series, it was so bad 😭😭😭

[@abiade9614]

I can't figure it out but ever since I found your channel you seem like one of those characters in a comfort movie that would be your favourite. It's so strange but thoroughly enjoyable regardless.

[@clairehope]

these videos are the best! we’re always here no matter what, take care of yourself 🫶

[@rosywatkins8786]

Watching this with my TBR open in another tab bc I’m always adding things to it after your videos 😭

[@Zephyr-vu4qj]

YESS a reading wrap up, thank you Lexi! These genuinely make my day 💜 I’ve never really watched long book recaps, but after starting that beautiful disaster video there was no way I was leaving lol the way you explain books is honestly amazing

[@newlynova]

🫶 thanks for being here :)

[@NewLeif]

26:15 I also had to run to get my copy of Part of Your World to confirm! The gasp I gaspedd

[@JaceEncinas]

Your videos have really gotten me back into reading, I've been able to read one book a week so far!! Keep up the cool content or whatever makes you happy 😊

[@rebekkak3858]

im so serious, i was in the worst mood in a while this morning and then i realised u had uploaded two new videos since i last checked and now im watching this one (the 2nd) and i already feel way better!! love your videos

[@newlynova]

🫶 keep your head up

[@gingerquinn]

The only two Lisa Jewell books I’ve read are The family upstairs and The night she disappeared. I LOVED the night she disappeared much more than The family upstairs, highly recommend 💖

[@KerriB]

Twisted Lies video please! ❤ My mental health has actually been the best it has been in years so definitely sending hugs and good vibes your way!

[@Abby-jc2hp]

Hope moving goes well for you!! Just wanted to say I finished Betty recently and WOW I 100% see why you love that book so much. Thematically it reminded me a lot of demon copperhead in the best way possible!

[@newlynova]

yesss i am so glad you loved it

[@Cbaxcar]

Lexi, I'm grateful for these videos, they're filling my post-semester hole of boredom and restlessness

[@sergioribeiro5469]

I hope you start feeling better soon. I started watching your videos about two months ago and they really make my day, so thank you!

[@newlynova]

🫶

[@CoolcatzCorner]

Thank you for the reminder to take care of yourself. It’s nice to hear it every now and then because I, don’t want to speak for others, but I feel like it’s something we don’t hear enough. Hope things look up for you soon! :)

[@bluestrawberry8412]

i love how you can see travis's pic in the backround :)

[@koi4513]

when we needed book recs the most... lexi came and saved us

[@pjizzle3569]

Best KZbinr in my opinion 🔛🔝

[@hannahdavis6223]

These videos are helping me crawl out of my reading slump. Excited to add some of these to my too long tbr!

[@Goatygalaxy]

I love how you posted right before my lunch break! Thank you VAV

[@sillygoosefrompluto]

Congrats on figuring it out and finding a new place!! I read "The spear cuts through water" after I saw your tiktok and purposely waited to watch this long-form video until after I finished it and I loved that book more than words can describe. It had an incredible and profound impact on me but the big boy...

[@lublue32]

so excited to watch this video and i hope you’re feeling okay 💜

[@gabrielaabarca5233]

im trying to read more classics this year and the experience really suits the broccoli metaphor

[@casblueeye]

i literally screamed when it was revealed in part of your world how Emma is connected to the other books. Jaw on the floor because it had been a MINUTE since I read the others. Also def gonna check out someone who will love you in all your damaged glory. Mentioning it feels like listening to wtnv was enough said!

[@bye.7613]

hi

[@newlynova]

🫶 thank you bestie

[@sakoulas1253]

Back at it again with the serotonin!! What an icon.

[@BethB2010]

I just want to say I genuinely you're okay. It's good seeing you posting.

[@SainabouSaye]

Lexi! Thank you for uploading so soon again! I recently read a ridiculous book and instead of DNF’ing I decided to fully dive into the unhinged and I had a great time. Thank you for teaching us your ways 🥰 I hope you are taking care of yourself and good luck with the move x💜

[@clarestubbe4842]

hi! love to see all your reads, and also how open you are about your struggles…it’s refreshing. i would love to see a video showing how you use notion! i would like to start, but it feels a little overwhelming.

[@Beeinamber]

Sapphic book on a well-rounded list?? A list that isn’t all romance?? Thank you!!! Found my new fav KZbinr ❤ (also your hair is beautiful)

[@estheruvi3540]

I have loved all your recommendations, love the content, and the lack of spoilers! 🤓❣

[@casualcascade]

the fact that i read the family upstairs a few years ago and apparently didn't even care enough to realize it ended on a cliffhanger let alone seek out the sequel...

[@tabbysilberman7446]

that short story collection sounds a lot like 50 beasts to break your heart by gennarose nethercott. similarly weird, fantasy adjacent, beautiful writing, explorations of relationships and love. i really loved it, highly recommend!

[@svfthyune]

one of the biggest struggles for me since i began really getting into reading was the underlying pressure i put on myself to finish a book fast. i made myself think that once i start a book i have to finish it in like less than a week or else i didnt really count as an actual reader. ive been in an off and on book slump for the past month and getting through a 6 book series is very difficult, especially for the fact that i only want to read one book at a time and i wouldnt let myself start another book without finishing the series. i try my best to not let this mentality affect how i enjoy a book because the book series im reading is still truly amazing, i just keep having no effort to finish reading, leading to going days without touching my book.

[@newlynova]

yeah this is real, i also struggle with reading things quickly enough (and with not finishing books i don't like). but reading will be there for you when you have time. it is not a race!! and sometimes it can be better to absorb things over a longer period of time - it gives them room to breathe

[@Errrial]

I'm glad you like The Spear Cuts Through Water! It has been on my mind ever since I read it.

[@taykay422]

I just realized this morning that I had finished all videos in your YT lineup and felt sad and now I’m CURED

[@kwhitbrke]

I usually skip past the sponsors section of videos for others, but you always have the best stuff. The care/of vitamin site was really nice and something I've been looking for. Appreciate you tailoring your sponsors to fit the chill reading/book vibes ❤❤

[@buttercups_nosering]

Im so glad life is getting a little better for you and i hope it continues!! Your book reviews are always my fave. definitely going to pickup notes on an execution and make everyone in my life read it too 😂

[@lilirose4387]

Aww sweetheart, I hope you feel better soon. I'll be waiting for your videos whenever you feel like posting. 💞

[@Brownie928]

You saw the Ig post too❤️‍🩹😭

[@lilirose4387]

@@Brownie928 Yes it's sooo sad 😭😢

[@nicoleedwards5708]

when i read notes on an execution it vaguely reminded me of marlon james’s brief history of seven killings. polyphonic, posing questions of morality & life/death, beautifully descriptive writing. it’s so heartbreaking and it’s SO good- highly recommend

[@newlynova]

📝📝

[@kuromi_xo]

I save most of ur recs on storygraph for when the end of my tbr pile starts catching up :p

[@RDawn]

Congrats on moving out! GL on getting 5% more settled :)

[@colomeramonica]

LEXI! I love you. Take care of youself. Thank you for all of your serviceeeeee

[@vose3491]

My yapper is back!!