The theme for the July Book Box Edition is Bibbidy Bobbidy Boo.
This book box is curated for all those who love fairy tales and folklore. I got to tell you, this one really surprised me with how much I loved it. It does have the fairy tale theme spot on but it’s not cliche and it’s not ‘childish’ and it’s most definitely “up-to-date” with it’s awesome books.
NOTE: I have the Cappuccino book box which contains
- BoTM (Book of the Month) Paperback
- Hardcover Book 1
- Hardcover Book 2
- Bookmark and Printable stuff.
• FEATURED BOOKS •
BOOK 1: Gun Island by Amitav Ghosh.
Book Description (From Goodreads):
Bundook. Gun. A common word, but one which turns Deen Datta’s world upside down.
A dealer of rare books, Deen is used to a quiet life spent indoors, but as his once-solid beliefs begin to shift, he is forced to set out on an extraordinary journey; one that takes him from India to Los Angeles and Venice via a tangled route through the memories and experiences of those he meets along the way. There is Piya, a fellow Bengali-American who sets his journey in motion; Tipu, an entrepreneurial young man who opens Deen’s eyes to the realities of growing up in today’s world; Rafi, with his desperate attempt to help someone in need; and Cinta, an old friend who provides the missing link in the story they are all a part of. It is a journey which will upend everything he thought he knew about himself, about the Bengali legends of his childhood and about the world around him.
Gun Island is a beautifully realised novel which effortlessly spans space and time. It is the story of a world on the brink, of increasing displacement and unstoppable transition. But it is also a story of hope, of a man whose faith in the world and the future is restored by two remarkable women.
BOOK 2: The Beast’s Heart by Leife Shallicross
Book Description (From Goodreads):
A sumptuously magical, brand new take on a tale as old as time—read the Beast’s side of the story at long last.
I am neither monster nor man—yet I am both.
I am the Beast.
The day I was cursed to this wretched existence was the day I was saved—although it did not feel so at the time.
My redemption sprung from contemptible roots; I am not proud of what I did the day her father happened upon my crumbling, isolated chateau. But if loneliness breeds desperation then I was desperate indeed, and I did what I felt I must. My shameful behaviour was unjustly rewarded.
My Isabeau. She opened my eyes, my mind and my heart; she taught me how to be human again.
And now I might lose her forever.
Lose yourself in this gorgeously rich and magical retelling of The Beauty and the Beast that finally lays bare the beast’s heart.
BOOK 3: Wicked Fox by Kat Cho
Book Description (From Goodreads):
A fresh and addictive fantasy-romance set in modern-day Seoul.
Eighteen-year-old Gu Miyoung has a secret–she’s a gumiho, a nine-tailed fox who must devour the energy of men in order to survive. Because so few believe in the old tales anymore, and with so many evil men no one will miss, the modern city of Seoul is the perfect place to hide and hunt.
But after feeding one full moon, Miyoung crosses paths with Jihoon, a human boy, being attacked by a goblin deep in the forest. Against her better judgment, she violates the rules of survival to rescue the boy, losing her fox bead–her gumiho soul–in the process.
Jihoon knows Miyoung is more than just a beautiful girl–he saw her nine tails the night she saved his life. His grandmother used to tell him stories of the gumiho, of their power and the danger they pose to humans. He’s drawn to her anyway.
With murderous forces lurking in the background, Miyoung and Jihoon develop a tenuous friendship that blossoms into something more. But when a young shaman tries to reunite Miyoung with her bead, the consequences are disastrous . . . forcing Miyoung to choose between her immortal life and Jihoon’s.
NOTE: Wicked Fox came with not one but TWO dust jackets. The second was specially designed by Diana Work for TBB.
I have to tell you, I flipped out with how absolutely stunning the special dust jacket is…pictures just don’t do it justice. Plus, did you notice the autographed book plate? This booknerd is freaking out! 😍
MERCH 1: Lunar Chronicles character Cards
MERCH 2: Disney Bookmarks
I grew up reading Pocahontas so it’s no surprise that this ⇓ is definitely my favourite of the two.
Side note: I wish people would make more Pocahontas merchandise.
MERCH 3: A Candle
A candle inspired by one of my FAVOURITE book boyfriend? YES PLEASE!!!!
Rhysand from the A Court of Thorns and Roses series by Sarah J Maas.
MERCH 4: A Badge
I say “The more the merrier!”
My badge collection grows daily and this beauty is just what I needed. This badge is so adorable!
TBB is doing a set of four badges, starting with July and ending with November. The next badge of this set is in the next box- the theme is the opposite of fairytales- wicked and witchy!
MERCH 5: Enamel Pin
The badge inspired from Beauty and the Beast is absolutely beautiful!
MERCH 6: Tote Bag
Let me tell you,I have a collection of bookish tote bags and I am so happy to add this beauty to my collection. This tote bag is based on the Lunar Chronicles books.
How beautiful is this?! *Sigh* ❤️
MERCH 7: Bath Salt
You guys…this smell so incredible!
Storyteller Candle Co. always manages to hit the nail with their products.
if you haven’t noticed, they are the same company who made the Rhysand candle.
This bath salt contains dry flowers, essential oils of lavender and rose and natural salts.
Sentranced Jem 