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Heidi
These are my latest boxes - Christmas surprise and my choices from ABOS offers.
I can’t wait to get lost in these .
I’ve not read any of these authors before so it’s a great way to step outside the familiar.
My Surprise boxes are always full of stories I wouldn’t usually choose for myself - and saving books from pulping = added bonus.
Holly
I can't recommend this company enough. So pleased with my purchase
Shaun
Not for me, too unknown authors for the price, could have bought from 4 known writers from Amazon at the same price
Janet G.
It was super exciting, can't wait for my next one!
Robin .
The boxes are great. Personally, I would like one of the books to be a classic - Dorothy l sayers, Agatha Christie, Ngaio Marsh.
Lauren S.
I love that every book I have received so far has been a book I had never previously heard about before, books I may not have ordinarily picked up in a book store or library, but they have all ended up being amazing reads so far!
Heather F.
This box was for a gift and the person loved it. Also I was wondering if you would ever considered doing a romance/ historical fiction box.
Sue V.
Really happy with the books I've received so far. Keep doing what you're doing
Sara M.
The books all look really good - perhaps a bit similar xx
Natasha .
Please do keep prices down
Camille H.
Thank you for holding the price increases for existing subscription boxes
Tiffany H.
Loved my second box, just as much as the first!
Simon K.
Always a good and varied selection, keep on doing what you're doing
Nicola E.
I've not been disappointed with the books I've received so far. If the box could include treats or vouchers for treats to be enjoyed whilst reading that would be good.
Zara P.
Thank you! I have enjoyed nearly every book I have received in my box. I have even started to see what else the authors have wrote. I have now some new favours.
I would also love a theme box - Christmas murder box etc and a book on witches but more dark and scary.
Thank you again for this wonderful boxes and ideas :)
Janine K.
Book selection is always excellent and it is great to read books that I've never been introduced to before
Sabina P.
I love what you guys do, I think it's amazing! Just keep doing it :)
Tiffany H.
Absolutely loved my box, service has been perfect, fast delivery, and I have thoroughly enjoyed the books I've read so far! I started with the ones I thought I would enjoy the least, but they have kept me completely hooked. I already can't wait for my next box!
Louise T.
put in a little card to acknowledge the buyer to say hello and thank you as a nice touch.
Kellyanne B.
Keep doing what your doing as the books selects as always are fabulous surprise to us all and it's gets to get the notification from you letting is know out book is on its way and the extra surprises every 3rd books is a great idea.
Natalie G.
ABOS is the best treat I’ve ever given myself. I anticipate every box with bated breath and love exploring brand new books. Can’t rate it highly enough.
Sue F.
I'm enjoying the variety of authors.
Jacky H.
I love psychology thrillers, 8 have way too many books, lol, but am always buying more. One of my daughters is a book worm too.
Thanks for your service!!
Jacky H.
I love psychology thrillers, I have way too many books, lol, but am always buying more. One of my daughters is a book worm too.
Thanks for your service!!
Annette P.
Please dont send me spy stories as I dont enjoy them
Danielle S.
Great service every time love the variety of boxes and how easy it is to switch it up. Very happy customer. :)
Sheryl B.
Really pleased with every box I’ve received. All books I haven’t heard of and so wouldn’t buy
Deanna L.
I love seeing people receive books in the ABOS Facebook group and rate them really highly, then being so happy receive the books too!
Emma B.
Same as I say every time,ask for feedback after we read the books.
Fiona B.
I'm loving it. When reviewing the boxes, it feels like Christmas for me. I love not knowing what I'm going to get. I then can't wait to look at them, read the back but then comes the difficult choice to which one do I start reading first x
Emma B.
Helpful to see if we actually enjoyed the books once read them. Don’t understand why you only ask at the beginning
Kerry C.
2 books out Of boxes have been war/soldier relay which isn’t my type of book, however 90% of the books I would class as crime/thriller. Is it poss To not send me soldier/war related books in the future. Thanks
Marie .
I loved the choices, even though I don't think I would have chosen them myself. Can't wait for my next box.
Denise M.
I was surprised to receive hardbacks as I don't often buy them myself. Am very pleased with my first bo,x. Thank you
Claire .
Love receiving my books. Most of them by authors I’ve never heard of.
Samantha .
Yes I answered the first question in error as my finger hit the ok button. I was very impressed to receive hard back copies. I read one book in a day. I am pleased I have subscribed.
Marie .
Totally surprised by the choice of books and the value of the box was fantastic.
Anne-Marie B.
Sci fi box non subscription. My initial reaction was I was unsure if they would be good. But read two already and am blown away. Both next and cold July was fantastic
Fiona S.
Absolutely brilliant keep up the good work
Nicole B.
i am so very pleased with my first box and have already recommeded to all my reader friends
Jason H.
glad I joined, fantastic, looking forward to my next (have already brought the date forward
Sue R.
Brilliant idea- looking forward to my next box!
Gillian B.
I love A Box of Stories
Rebekah J.
Fantastic range of books, and very happy that some were hardback as well
Immy S.
I gave say nothing a 1 thumbs up, just because I received it in my last box! Keep up the amazing work!
Jacqueline L.
Love receiving my box of stories. Get to try books I wouldn’t have thought of buying. Sometimes I don’t enjoy a book but we all have different tastes and it’s good to at least give a book a try.
Cheryl D.
Love love love this subscription set - only suggestion is more genre to be available.
Ann C.
I am not a fan of Laura Lipman I often find her writing tedious and one dimensional and having a political axe to grind
Paul S.
I always recommend you on my bookstagram. I will be sharing my books there. I think I have found the box for me. Thank you.
Lesley F.
Great job you are doing ,can't wait for the next box.
Deanna L.
I love getting these boxes I get them every 2 months and I look forward to it every time. So far I have enjoyed all the books. There is the odd one that’s not the best, but I still read every page! It’s so nice not spending ages having to choose what books to buy. All the hard work is done for you, and you really do find amazing books!
Pat H.
I bought this for my mums birthday and pat loves it thank you
Liz M.
A great surprise and looking forward to reading the books
Justine M.
Such a fantastic idea and service. Have told all my friends who enjoy reading about you and what you do.
Andrena .
After reading the books it appears they are very similar in their story telling as in each 2nd chapter goes back in history describing how the character has got to where they are now. This is great to add depth to the story but when you have 3/4 books in the box which are written the same way it gets a bit monotonous. Thank you
Lachlan J.
I didn't get the vipers kiss I got it should have been me. Some of these books I wouldn't have chosen myself but I am looking forward to reading them. I like scary things too.
Shelley H.
I absolutely love this idea and was so excited to receive my first box. It's great to discover books I wouldn't necessarily have picked up myself. My only criticism would be that when you are gifting a box to someone it would be nice to just do the one box instead of having to sign up for two although my mum has enjoyed the first box and is looking forward to the second!
Brendann B.
Keep up the good work.
Louise M.
I really enjoy receiving my box every couple of months and I have received one book that I have read and have discovered new favourite authors
Lisa M.
Thought I would only get the 1 box but definitely going to be keeping my subscription going for the forseable!
Mary M.
Your service (?) was initially a gift to help me through lockdown. I'm an avid reader but inclined to favour authors I know. Your boxes have extended my boundaries
Jenna C.
Best subscription box! I get so excited for a new box & I have really found my love for reading again. It has branched me to new authors and new writing styles that lets my imagination run wild
Camille H.
Better communication on delivery times after ordering -its all i see on the Facebook group and I did wonder where my books were as they did not arrive on the initial specified day which was worrying and a little frustrating
Maryon H.
Loving the books
Kellyanne B.
Keep doing what your doing. It's a brilliant thing your doing and it's so exciting waiting for the next box to arrive.
Laura W.
Would love to see a horror category box.
Amy M.
love the box and will definitely be ordering on a regular basis once i have got through these books
Lynn A.
Brilliant first box, I had read one of them but read it again anyway :)
Alice R.
Really looking forward to reading these
Sandra W.
All the books are in amazing condition. It truly is exciting when the box is on the way and you get to see what books you get. There always different and just amazing
Pat T.
I've had five boxes of books and haven't had a single book that I haven't enjoyed
Kamila W.
I'm happy thank you
Chloe B.
Honestly I loved it and I love all the books and can’t wait for my next books! I think the best part about abos is that you can connect your goodreads account ! Which helps it stand out from the rest of book subscriptions
Danielle L.
It’s only my first box and I’m so excited about the whole concept. I’m glad I’ve found you and looking forward to receiving my next box. I’m a slow reader, otherwise I would up my subscription and make it more frequent
Margaret M.
Opening the box is a great delight and very good value for money
Kelly A.
Extend Goodreads integration so that you don't send books we already own but haven't yet read (although this hasn't happened to me yet)
Alison S.
All looked great to me and my daughter who are sharing the box
Amy P.
Thank you!
Michelle S.
Live my first box and started to read the books straight away. Hope the rat are as good and exciting as this one. I’ve already recommended to friends and family!!
Malcolm S.
Although some of these books are not what I would choose I will read them and then make an informed decision. The good news is that I have 4 new books to read.
Natalie F.
This was a present for someone who wanted to try new books. They loved it, 4 books they’ve not read before, from authors they’d not read any of their books, yet all 4 sounded like they will be good reads!
Kimberley R.
I love it!
Meg E.
I think this is the perfect way to find new books to read, especially if you're super indecisive, like myself
Lucy B.
Loved having a box full of female writers this time around!
Stacey .
Love the books, keep doing what you are doing
Claire L.
Loved my first box - thank you!
Kellyanne B.
I love the idea and concept of ABoS. I love readying and being able to link your good reads account to your ABoS account to ensure that you don't receive an book you've already read is amazing. I received 2 of these books for Christmas off my brother and love them so had to subscribe. The variety of book options is good too but you can't beat a crime thriller for me.
Rachel O.
I’ve already suggested this sight to other book lovers that I know. I was happy with my first order, can’t wait to start reading my books. It’s a nice variety of authors to try. Happy customer
Stacey M.
Very impressed
Miss S.
I'm pleased with the books I received 3 are book I think I would have picked up if out shopping 1 is not but its great to try something out with my comfort zone
Sarah D.
Wonderful
Steph B.
No, I love you!
Charlotte K.
Thanks for another intriguing box!
Kate C.
Loved my first box of stories, it will be one of many.
Stephen G.
My favourite modern authors are William Boyd, Sebastian Faulks, John Le Carré, Robert Goddard. I'd prefer something similar if possible. Thanks and best wishes.
Jake P.
Love the company. Love the products. Thank you
Susan N.
Amazing concept!
Yvonne R.
Just to say, I love box of stories and love the surprise of not knowing what books will be in there. Sometimes I may not be keen on one, but it opens up my mind to books I wouldn't normally chose.
Sharon C.
Ive already ordered a box of books to be sent to my sister. I think it’s a fantastic idea.
Steph W.
I look forward to my box every month.