Advance warning this will contain spoilers (I'll be going through everything in the box, but I've added warnings further down)
So a few short facts about illumicrate if you're haven't already heard about it:
~illumicrate is the UK's first ever YA subscription box.
~boxes are delivered quarterly (three months apart).
~boxes contain a book (so far they've all had signed bookplates)...
~and exclusive bookish items.
~and the genius behind the idea is Daphne behind @WingedReviews
My Thoughts (Spoiler Free):
I was really impressed with this Quarters box the book is intriguing and I love that it has a signed bookplate!
I really like that the items are exclusive and if those listed below I think all but one are completely exclusive.
Daphne is really organised: not only has she managed to create lovely exclusive bookish boxes for the masses of book lovers out there, but she's still customer centred. I had a slight problem with my Box and she was really quick to get in contact to help sort it out, which I really appreciated.
I feel like illumicrate is definitely something people should try as a UK book lover its: new, exciting and such a nice trimonthly present to arrive at your door.
*SPOILER ALERT*
Inside the Box:
1) Truthwitch by Susan Dennard (with signed Bookplate)
I really like that the books selected so far have included signed bookplates and aren't books I would normally buy. To elaborate that's more because I am naturally quite particular in my book buying genre, but I love that I'm introduced to new books diversifying my reading.
2) Bookshelf Pencilcase by Elena Illustration *EXCLUSIVE*
LOVE IT! I'm pretty sure this was one of the first things I saw in the box and it's just super! It also looks really well made with a good strong zip so it should last.
3) Loveboat Magnetic Bookmark Set *EXCLUSIVE*
I've been admiring magnetic bookmarks on etsy for realistically much too long so I was really pleased to find some in my box!
4) A Darker Scent of Magic Candle *EXCLUSIVE*
Things I love besides Pop Vinyls and Netflix: books and candles. Well combining two in one and with such an amazing smell sold me completely. I only wish it could be bigger!
5) Book Quote Pencils *EXCLUSIVE*
I had a problem with one that Daphne was quick to respond to. Ignoring that, Overall the quotes and colours were lovely. I do love quote pencils so was pleased to see they were a feature of the box.
6) Threadsisters Bookmark by Daydreaming Designs *EXCLUSIVE*
I'll be honest this bookmark was so coordinated with the book I presumed it was made by the publisher so great job!
7) Added goodies:The It Girl bookmark and tote & The Dark Days Club badges and bookmark
Added goodies are always an added bonus. I adore book totes so that was a particular favourite.
So that's the box. I'd definitely recommend it if that wasn't already apparent, and I'll definitely be waiting by the front door eagerly for next quarter's box!
Note: the lack of pictures was due to my not so cooperative technology this week, but I'll be posting lots of photos on Instagram and hopefully adding some too. (@brokefrombooks)
I'll see you next week for my review of The Island by Olivia Levez, until then HAPPY READING!
