Books I’ve Read This Year

Reading isn’t just a hobby. It’s part of my mental health. Getting lost in a good book is good for the soul. I love being entertained. And I love the perspective I gain when I read about someone else’s path. Bonus: It’s a great example to my children. I read to learn. And I read for fun.

My dear friend Michelle once shared how she recorded the books she had read during that year. I loved that idea! And what a fun thing for my children to see what I was reading and at what age. Since then I have kept a note on my phone and I’ve begun recording the books I’ve read.

1. Mr. Darcy’s Diary by Amanda Grange
2. Bossypants by Tina Fey
3. The Hidden Oracle by Rick Riordan
4. The Dancing Master by Julie Klassen
5. Ross Poldark by Winston Graham
6. The Billionarie’s Sweet Valentine by Laura L. Walker
7. Alex and Eliza by melissa de la Cruz
8. Demelza Poldark by Winston Graham
9. Jeremy Poldark by Winston Graham
10. Warleggan by Winston Graham
11. The Black Moon by Winston Graham
12. The Four Swans by Winston Graham
13. The Angry Tide by Winston Graham
14. The Stranger From the Sea by Winston Graham
15. The Miller’s Dance by Winston Graham
16. The Loving Cup by Winston Graham
17. The Twisted Sword by Winston Graham
18. Bella Poldark by Winston Graham
19. The Masqueraders by Georgette Heyer
20. Friday’s Child by Georgette Heyer
21. Super Fail by Max Brunner
22. A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman
23. Lilac Girls by Martha Hall Kelly
24. The Virtual Missionary by Greg Tremble
25. The Coming Revolution inside Mormonism by Greg Tremble
26. The Happiness Project by Gretchin Rubin
27. Is Everyone Hanging Out Without Me? by Mindy Kaling
28. Paper Towns by John Green
29. The War That Saved My Life by Kimberly Brubaker Bradley
30. The War I Finally Won by Kimberly Brubaker Bradley
31. Captain Wentworth’s Diary by Amanda Grange
32. Secrets of a Charmed Life by Susan Meissner
33. Love & Secrets at Cassfield Manor by Sarah L. McConkie
34. Pistols For Two* by Georgette Heyer *
35. Magnus Chase by Rick Riordan
36. The Hammer of Thor by Rick Riordan
37. The Incorrigible Children of Ashton Place: Long Lost Home by Maryrose Wood
38. The Red Tent by Anita Diamant
39. The Ship of the Dead by Rick Riordan
40. Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan*
41. The Sea of Monsters by Rick Riordan*
42. The Titian’s Curse by Rick Riordan*
43. The Battle of the Labyrinth by Rick Riordan*
44. The Last Olympian by Rick Riordan*
45. The Lost Hero by Rick Riordan*
46. Road to Rosewood by Ashtyn Newbold
47. Slave Stealers: True Accounts of Slave Rescues Then and Now by Tim Ballard
48. The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society by Mary Ann Shaffer*
49. The Secret from the India Orchid by Nancy Campbell Allen
50. The Tollgate by Georgette Heyer*
51. Spring Muslim by Georgette Heyer*
52. Black Sheep by Georgette Heyer*
53. How To Train Your Dragon 1 by Cressida Cowell*
54. How To Train Your Dragon 2 by Cressida Cowell
55. How To Train Your Dragon 3 by Cressida Cowell
56. Devil’s Cub by Georgette Heyer*
57. Four by Veronica Roth
58. Divergent by Veronica Roth*
59. Veneita by Georgette Heyer*
60. Book of Mormon (Get a free copy here)*8

*Read Before

This is probably the most books I’ve read in a year. I did have quite a few rereads. But after reading the Magnus Chase series (which my oldest has been bugging me to do) I kinda wanted to reread Percy Jackson. And after reading Four I had to reread Divergent. And sometimes I grab book from my favorite regency author, Georgette Heyer, because they are so light and fun.

Now I want to share my favorites! I really enjoyed reading the Poldark series! Just when you think nothing else could go wrong it would. My hubby and I loved watching the series together. I just made sure I was way ahead on the books so I wouldn’t have any spoilers. And props to me for not giving away spoilers to my hubby. He couldn’t believe I kept so many secrets. (It’s one of my talents)

Also I love the diaries from Mr. Darcy and Captain Wentworth. My two favorite Austen books! And I love when you get the guy’s perspective. I totally recommend them!

Slave Stealers was a really good read! I finished it in about a day. I love how they tell the story of Operation Underground Railroad and compare it with African American slaves. I love reading more about Harriet Jacobs. It was definitely heartbreaking to learn about the heartache and sorrows that come from slavery. The stories weave together and leave you with hope that good people exist. And together we can fight slavery.

I loved The War That Saved My Life and had my oldest read after me. We both loved the story and learning more about England during the war when children were sent to live in the country. Beautiful lessons on bravery and loving ourselves and others. The Secrets of a Charmed Life also talked about sending your children to the country. I love reading about everyday people who show courage during difficult times.

And probably my favorite book and the book that has had the most influence in my life is the Book of Mormon. I can’t remember how many times I’ve read it. But when I do I feel closer to my Savior Jesus Christ.

You can find book reviews here and here for two of the books above. And I was able to interview the author of Superfail last year. My kids are big fans and I’m glad I was finally able to read it myself. I loved the story!

I would love to hear what YOUR favorite read was this year! Share it in the comments below. And check out my favorite reads from the year before.

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