This December I am doing an end of the year feature with not only my picks as the best books of 2011 but also 20 other blogger’s picks. Today I present to you 5 more awesome bloggers’ choices!
Favorite of 2011: Imaginary Girls by Nova Ren Suma. This is one of those books where sure, you can predict some of what’s coming, but that’s because you’re meant to, because it’s not the focus. But this book has astounding characterization, a phenomenal story, and the writing blew me away.
Favorite book of 2011 – Daughter of Smoke and Bone by Laini Taylor. Laini Taylor struck literary gold when she wrote this book. Not only is this my favorite book of 2011, but it is, without a doubt, one of my top three favorite books of all time. With it’s dark, gritty world, imaginative characters, inventive plot, enchanting romance and a dash of oddness that rivals some of the work of Tim Burton.
2011 #1 for me is:
A Need So Beautiful by Suzanne Young
Reason:
While reading this book I had so many emotions. With a very remarkable set of characters. Charlotte was so strong & determined. Embracing her destiny, doing what she needed to do. Harlin, was such a great male role. As Charlotte’s boyfriend. He was loving. Understanding. And above anything gorgeous. His heart was made for Charlotte. Even though the ending was heartbreaking. I felt SO amazing after reading this book. It will always have a place in my heart.
The Near Witch by Victoria Schwab. This book has stayed with me over the many months since I read it. It has such haunting paranormal elements and it has a strong message about fear and ignorance.
Best book of 2011: Shatter Me by Tahereh Mafi, because the author has given the characters such a strong voice in the story.
Favorite book of 2011 – Daughter of Smoke and Bone by Laini Taylor. Laini Taylor struck literary gold when she wrote this book. Not only is this my favorite book of 2011, but it is, without a doubt, one of my top three favorite books of all time. With it’s dark, gritty world, imaginative characters, inventive plot, enchanting romance and a dash of oddness that rivals some of the work of Tim Burton.
2011 #1 for me is:
A Need So Beautiful by Suzanne Young
Reason:
While reading this book I had so many emotions. With a very remarkable set of characters. Charlotte was so strong & determined. Embracing her destiny, doing what she needed to do. Harlin, was such a great male role. As Charlotte’s boyfriend. He was loving. Understanding. And above anything gorgeous. His heart was made for Charlotte. Even though the ending was heartbreaking. I felt SO amazing after reading this book. It will always have a place in my heart.
The Near Witch by Victoria Schwab. This book has stayed with me over the many months since I read it. It has such haunting paranormal elements and it has a strong message about fear and ignorance.
Best book of 2011: Shatter Me by Tahereh Mafi, because the author has given the characters such a strong voice in the story.