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This week’s Top Ten Tuesday is the Top Ten Books That I’ve
Read in 2013. Top Ten Tuesday is hosted by
The Broke and the Bookish. I have kept my list to books
that I had never read previously.
- Between
Shades of Gray by Ruta Sepetys- Between Shades of Gray is not the type I
usually read and I was hesitant to pick it up from the library. I’m so
glad I chose to read it because it’s a seriously amazing book. I loved the
characters and the plot. I had never heard of this part of history, so it
was something that was interesting (and horrifying) to learn about.
- Sweethearts
by Sara Zarr-This book is so simple, but I love it. Although it has been
around for awhile, I never got around to reading it. When my sister got it
for Christmas, she told me I had to read it… and I fell in love! I’m
definitely interested in checking out more of her books.
- Tiger
Lily by Jodi Lynn Anderson- I’m not a huge Peter Pan fan, but I actually
liked this book. While maintaining elements from the original story, Anderson made the
story her own by giving Neverland a more solemn tone. It’s a really cool,
different book that I highly recommend!
- The
Moon and More by Sarah Dessen- Although not my favorite Dessen book, it’s
still pretty good. I think it’s interesting how Dessen gave this book a
more mature tone. The beginning is a bit slow, but the end of the story is
amazing. Check out my review for The Moon and More here.
- Emma
by Jane Austen- I’m a huge fan of the movie Clueless, so I wanted to read
Emma. This year, I finally got the opportunity. I love it! I fell in love
with the characters and the whole plot.
- Anna
and the French Kiss by Stephanie Perkins- Everyone raves about this book,
so I had to check it out. Compared to other YA romances, this isn’t overly
cheesy. I liked the setting a lot!
- Second
Chance Summer by Morgan Matson- This book is so sad! Even though you know
the end is inevitable, you keep flipping the pages and hoping the outcome will
change. You should definitely check this book out.
- Fixing
Delilah by Sarah Ockler- I love Sarah Ockler. Her characters are always so
real. This one is perfect for summer, but it definitely not an easy,
breezy summer read. Check out my review for Fixing Delilah here.
- Bittersweet
by Sarah Ockler- Bittersweet is such a cute story. I like the cupcake
recipes at the beginning of each chapter, and Ockler once again impressed
me with her awesome writing. You need to read one of her books if you
haven’t yet!
- The Scorpio Races by Maggie Stiefvater- This isn't the type of book that I would normally pick up. However, I really did enjoy reading it. It's something different than a lot of other YA books out there today. I would recommend it!
Disclaimer: I am not being compensated for this review. All
thoughts and opinions are my own! All credit goes to The Broke and the Bookish.
