Today’s topic is: “Best of 2011!”
I actually have some of my favorites listed on my sidebar. So far this year, only three books I’ve read have made my official list.
The Egypt Game by Zilpha Keatley Snyder is a middle school book that was first published in 1967. I loved it because the kids were just so imaginative and real. I read it aloud with Amber, and she adored it too.
In the Woods by Tana French was published in 2007. In my review I wrote, “Honestly In the Woods had everything I adore – a murder mystery; moody, quirky characters; long, descriptive sentences; a unique setting that becomes a character in and of itself,” which sums up my feelings well.
The Devotion of Suspect X by Keigo Higashino was published in America 2011. It’s more of a thriller than a mystery, since we the reader knows who the killer is from the very beginning, even if the police don’t. The last chapter or two, though, blew me away.
So, what are you favorite books so far this year?
So far; Iron Duke by Meljean Brooke and The Lacemakers of Glenmara..and wait did I read Room this year? Then that one too
These are ALL awesome books. Judging by your list 2011 is shaping up to be a good reading year for you!
I have seen such good reviews for Into The Woods that I’ve got to read it.
Hmm, The Devotion of Suspect X sounds intriguing. Thanks for sharing. I’m curious about In the Woods, as well.
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I’ve been wanting to read The Devotion of Suspect X. Now that I know it made the list of your top three, it must be really good. I own In the Woods, but haven’t got around to reading it yet.
I read The Hunger Games back in March and I really liked it. I’m now trying to make a dent on The Great Book of Amber, so far, it’s kept me turning pages 🙂
I’ll be looking into these, thanks for sharing!
I’ve gotten through the first two of the Amber chronicles – loved them.
It took me a little while to find the flow, probably because it’s such a long read when all the book are together, but the good news is; so far (I’m almost at the middle) it keep getting better! :o)