From my bookshelf to yours - all genres and my favorites are highlited by sections:)
Sections
5
All Time Favs
Realistic, Dramatic Fiction
Memoir
Fantasy
Classics Worth Reading
All Time Favs
Honoring my top choices!
My comfort book. A cornerstone in tough times. For lovers of art and beauty.
Just Kids by Patti Smith, Paperback
Vivid storytelling, the characters are so real you want to shake them out of the page and yell at them!
The Secret History by Donna Tartt
Realistic, Dramatic Fiction
I have reread and reread this. I love the descriptive writing!
The Secret History by Donna Tartt
Gripping, edgy, strong characters. Bonus points if you like Shakespeare! ‘The Secret History’ vibes
If We Were Villains by M.L. Rio
History buffs and psych nerds - this one's for you!
The Alienist (Dr. Laszlo Kreizler, #1)
A beautiful story with vivid flashbacks that place the reader in a time of glits, glamor, and heartbreak.
The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo: A Novel
Memoir
Can you tell I like art and music?
This book has gotten me through some tough times. I find it very comforting and Patti is a lovely writer / artist.
Just Kids by Patti Smith, Paperback
Shockingly engaging, inspiring, and thrilling. Was on the edge of my seat the whole time!
The Boys in the Boat - Daniel James Brown
A powerful memoir that truly inspires. I recommend to all.
The Center Cannot Hold: My Journey Through Madness
A moving read that has stuck with me since middle school. TW - see disclaimer
Speak by Laurie Halse Anderson
I have this memorized. I'm not proud, but I do. A cool look behind the scenes that reveals humanity in fame.
The Dirt: Confessions of Notorious Rock Band
Fantasy
Fantasy,
Okay I am NOT a huge Romantasy person but this series is much more on the fantasy side and VERY GOOD! Strong female character and good world building:)
Throne of Glass
This is way more than a kids book. This is art.
Wonderstruck (Schneider Family Book Award
Percy Jackson fans, if you haven't read this yet, this is your SIGN! IMHO, better than the first series :0
The Heroes of Olympus
Classics Worth Reading
They're famous for a reason!
A classic for a reason. A book I have reread and will continue to reread!
The Great Gatsby: Only Authorized Edition
Yes, the book is better than the movie. Absolute humor - nothing has changed…
Pride and Prejudice (Barnes & Noble Collectible Editions) by Jane Austen ...
