After years of swooning over Owlcrate unboxing videos, bookstagrams, and blog posts, this fangirl finally decided to get an Owlcrate of her own! I admit that I get nervous when it comes to book subscription services in case I’m not a fan of the book being included in that box. However, I know that Owlcrate includes both quality books and merchandise, and I have some of their merch from Book Con and Book Expo. For my birthday, I asked for the August 2018 box, Ruthless Royals. I was really intrigued by their social media hints for this box, especially since there was an exclusive Throne of Glass item and a never-before-seen item inspired by The Cruel Prince. I also wanted an exclusive edition of this month’s book, which I guessed correctly!

Grace and Fury by Tracy Banghart Exclusive Edition- Grace and Fury is one of my favorite books of 2018. I have an advance copy that I read and reviewed, and I knew that I wanted my own finished copy. I absolutely love the Owlcrate exclusive edition, which is signed by Tracy Banghart. The box also includes a note from the author and a bookmark.

The Belles Inspired Pocket Mirror (Catarina Book Designs)– I haven’t read The Belles yet, but I love the design on the mirror and know it will come in handy.

Throne of Glass Tea Towel (Little Inklings Design)– I’m a sucker for any Throne of Glass merch and I really like the quote. I have plans to turn the tea towel into a wall hanging.

Gemstone Ring (GeoCentral)- This was an unexpected item, but I really like this ring and I can see myself making it a statement piece in some of my outfits. Or a nice bookstagram prop. I really like how the ring’s color/pattern was unique to each box.

The Cruel Prince Inspired Book Tin (Stella Bookish Art)- Owlcrate hinted that The Cruel Prince inspired item was something that they’ve never done before, and I really like the uniqueness of the book tin. The artwork throughout is absolutely stunning! I think this will also make a great bookstagram prop and I might keep some bookish things in it for my dorm room. Or maybe for my love letters (can you tell I’m still on a To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before high??).

Villanious Queens Bookmarks (Craftedvan) –I can’t get over the adorableness that are these magnetic bookmarks, featuring the Queen of Hearts, Maleficent, and the Evil Queen.

Before She Ignites Artwork/Quote Card- I haven’t read the Before She Ignites series, but I like this quote and plan on hanging it up in my dorm with my photos.

As always, the box also included a Owlcrate pin, a Ruthless Royals guide, and a teaser for  next month’s theme, Masters of Disguise.

Overall, I loved the Ruthless Royals box! My favorite items include the Throne of Glass tea towel, the magnetic bookmarks, and Grace and Fury. I’m not really interested in the Masters of Disguise theme, but I can definitely see myself ordering from Owlcrate again in the future.

Do you subscribe to Owlcrate? Did you get the Ruthless Royals box? Share in the comments!