This week's question is:
What were your favorite books of 2011?
I've been thinking about the exact same thing since Monday morning and I'm still clueless. There were so many great books I read this year, I don't even know how I should list them all in one post. I'll tell you what. I'll try to narrow it down to the best five.
#1 The Brightest Star in the Sky by Marian Keyes It's not a surprise, is it? I've been fangirling over this book for months now and I'm still in complete and utter show. It was just amazing. I know many people who like Marian's books but this one didn't work for them - well, it did for me. It's true, it's a bit different from her other novels but for me, it was her best book so far. It's mysterious, witty, funny and emotional at the same time - it made me bawl my eyes out by the end. If you like chick-lit or romance, make sure to pick it up in 2012, it's really good!
My review | Goodreads | The Book Depository
#2 How to Eat a Cupcake by Meg Donohue
This one was provided for review by Netgalley and I have to say, it's been my favourite ebook this year. I loved the story, I loved the characters, the setting, and ... well, everything. It literally made me want to pick up some biscuits or cupcakes while I was reading it, though! Meg is currently working on her second novel (which is not a sequel to How to Eat a Cupcake, unfortunately) and it's going to be released in 2013 if I remember correctly. I wish we didn't have to wait that long!
#3 Seeing Cinderella by Jenny LundquistSomething for the fans of middle grade fiction out there. :o) I got this book for review from Jenny herself and I enjoyed every minute of it. It's been a long time since I read any middle grade fiction (well, in middle grade, to be exact) but I fell in love with the story right away. Don't be put off if you don't normally read MG - I don't, either. It doesn't matter where you live or how old you are, you will be able to relate to this story and its characters.
My review | Goodreads | The Book Depository
#4 Farsighted by Emlyn Chand
I'm sure you remember this one, right? I've never really read paranormal fiction before so Farsighted was literally the first such book I've ever read - and it made me fall in love with the genre. It was a real page-turner and I just couldn't wait to find out what was going to happen! Seriously, if you haven't read it, pick up a copy and do - you'll love it. The sequel, Open Hearts is on its way and is going to be released in late spring in 2012!
#5 The Secret of Lies by Barbara Forte Abate
The Secret of Lies was the biggest surprise for me this year. It's a captivating and very emotional story and the writing style is pure brilliance. I have a soft spot for literary fiction and this book just left me speechless. I had an instant connection with Stevie, the main character, which made me want to find out what was about to happen even more. A great tear-jerking coming of age novel with relatable characters and an excellent storyline - I loved it.
I could probably list a bunch more but these were the ones that really stood out for me this year. :o) Have you read any of them? What were your favourites? x x x
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