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It took me a little longer than usual to get this month’s reading list posted. Somehow it’s already the middle of March and I’m halfway through my third book. Clearly, my reading time has been put to good use lately.
My reading habits tend to move in phases. Quite often, I follow the seasons and holidays when choosing what to read next. During the fall months, I usually lean toward spooky reads or mysteries. Around the holidays, I like cozy stories that fit the season.
At other times, I get completely wrapped up in true crime. When that happens, I can spend weeks reading nothing but case files and investigative stories. Eventually, though, I circle back to familiar territory like classic mysteries similar to Murder, She Wrote.
This month, however, my reading mood shifted in a different direction. Right now, I’m enjoying a historical romance, cowboy-style phase. Think small towns, dusty roads, ranch life, and second chances. If you look at this month’s reading list, you’ll probably notice a clear theme.
Her Second Chance in Texas
One of the first books I picked up this month was Her Second Chance in Texas.
This one pulled me in right from the beginning. The storyline moves quickly and the characters are easy to root for. Before long, the pages start turning a little faster because you want to see how everything works out.
The book also isn’t overly long, which made it an easy weekend read. In fact, it was finished in about a day and a half. If you enjoy stories that include struggles, growth, and a well-earned happy ending, this one fits the bill nicely.
His Texas Mail-Order Family
Next up was His Texas Mail-Order Family.
This one moved quickly as well. The pace kept things interesting, and it ended up being one of those books that’s hard to put down once things get going. At several points, the tension had me wanting to keep reading just one more chapter.
Because of that, it didn’t take long to finish. It turned into a bit of a nailbiter, which made the story even more enjoyable.
Crumpets and Cowpies
Right now, I’m reading Crumpets and Cowpies.
My reading momentum has slowed down slightly this week, mostly because time has been a little tighter than usual. Even so, the story has been building nicely and it feels like things are about to get really interesting.
Sometimes those slower build-ups end up leading to the best parts of a book, so I’m definitely looking forward to seeing where this one goes.
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Thimbles and Thistles
Once I finish my current book, Thimbles and Thistles will be next on my list.
Based on the theme I’ve been enjoying this month, it should fit right in with the rest of my March reading picks. Stories like these tend to be perfect when you’re in the mood for something light, engaging, and easy to settle into at the end of the day.
Cowboy for Annabelle
My final planned read for the month is Cowboy for Annabelle.
Given the cowboy theme running through my March reading list, this one seemed like a natural choice to wrap things up. A good western romance always makes for a relaxing and entertaining read.
Will There Be One More?
At the pace I’ve been going, there’s a good chance another book might sneak onto the list before March wraps up. If that happens, I certainly won’t complain.
That’s one of the best parts of reading. Sometimes a book grabs your attention so strongly that the next one is already being picked out before the last page is even finished.
For now, though, these are the books making up my March reading list. If you enjoy historical romance, cowboy stories, and small-town settings, you might just find your next great read somewhere on this list.
Lisa Crow contributed to this article. She is a true crime junkie and lifestyle blogger based in Waco, Texas. Lisa is the Head of Content at Gigi’s Ramblings and Southern Bred True Crime Junkie. She spends her free time traveling when she can and making memories with her large family which consists of six children and sixteen grandchildren.
