A midweek pause for books, vibes, real life chaos & little comforts
Another week, another Chapter Check-In — and honestly, how are we already here? September has absolutely flown by, and I feel like I’ve been running just slightly behind it the entire time. This week’s check-in is very book-heavy (no complaints), a little reflective, and sprinkled with the usual cosy comforts that are keeping me grounded as autumn creeps closer.
📚 Current Book:
A Court of Silver Flames by Sarah J. Maas
Format: Audiobook & Physical
Genre & Vibe: Romantasy | Emotional healing · Slow-burn spice · Fierce FMC energy · Found family feels
Thoughts So Far: The final book in the ACOTAR series and honestly? It’s exactly how I wish all audiobooks were read.
The narrator carries the main story beautifully, but when it comes to Nesta or Cassian’s parts, their own dedicated voices shine through — it makes everything feel so alive and dramatic. It’s immersive in the best way and pulls you right into the emotions of each scene.
Nesta’s journey has me hooked. She’s fierce, deeply flawed, and feels so raw in a way that’s impossible not to connect with. And Cassian… well, he’s Cassian (enough said). The emotional depth is pulling me right in, and I can already tell this is going to be a favourite.
🌙 Midweek Mood
Where has this month gone already?! Next week it’s October!! 🎃
I swear September blinked past me — and I’m still catching up. My brain feels like it’s already in cosy autumn mode while my to-do list insists we’re not done yet.
✅ This Week’s Goals
- Finish A Court of Silver Flames (emotionally prepare myself 🫠)
🏡 What’s Happening in Real Life
Our theme dinner date last weekend was such a positive success that I’m already eyeing up the envelopes for another one — ready to kick off October in style. 🥂 I clearly cannot leave a good idea alone once it starts rolling.
Work has been hectic too! We’ve been busy preparing food for our Country of the Month — this time: Malta 🇲🇹. We’ve been doing this for a couple of years now and it never gets old. It’s such an eye-opening way to explore different cultures, and each month I find myself trying dishes I’d never usually reach for. I’ve learned so much about flavours, ingredients, and traditions from around the world.
📺 What’s Stuck In My Head
I just finished watching Harlots on Netflix. Three seasons of gripping drama, incredible costumes, and scandal that kept me completely hooked.
But that ending… whew. Let’s just say it gave me serious Game of Thrones déjà vu. Anti-climactic and left me sitting there going, “Really? That’s it?”
🍪 This Week’s Snack & Sip
Snack: Bacon Bite crisps (back on these again — they’re just too good! Straight from the bag or stuffed into a crisp sandwich, I regret nothing).
Drink: Endless cups of tea, as always. The cooler weather is making it flow even more often.
💛 Wrap It Up
This week feels like a quiet build-up — good books, comforting routines, creative ideas brewing, and autumn knocking on the door. I’m leaning into the slower moments where I can and letting the rest be a little messy.
💬 Join Me
What are you reading right now? Are you already in full autumn mode, or still clinging to the last bits of summer? Come chat with me — I love hearing what’s keeping you company this week. 🍂📖
The Reading Nook 