For all my plans of reveling in the remaining holiday splendor, I’ve done little celebrating thanks to a minor bout of the flu. However, I did discover that guzzling cups of hot water flavored with ginger and lemon is a good way to speed the recovery process. Since I’m feeling semi-articulate, I thought I’d post some of my favorite books from this year.
Kiss of Night by Debbie Viguie
An unexpectedly intriguing story about a vampire’s search for salvation.
Jane Austen’s Emma by Marvel
The beautifully illustrated graphic novel captures the whimsy of this Jane Austen classic.
The Help by Kathryn Stockett
Thought provoking and even better than the movie.
Charlotte Au Chocolat by Charlotte Silver
A bitter sweet memoir about growing up in a restaurant family.
Wildwood by Colin Meloy
A magical mystery that delights the imagination.
The Name of the Star by Maureen Johnson
A suspenseful twist in the overrun YA paranormal genre.
The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern
A beautiful dream on the verge of a chilling nightmare.
The Distant Hours by Kate Morton
A moody glimpse into the secrets of the past.
What books captured your imagination this year?
Nice post, I was looking for new books – Charlotte Au Chocolat really interests me
The Help is definitely awesome. I would like to recommend Manuscript Found in Accra by Paulo Coelho. It’s also a must must read! I’d really like to read The Night Circus and Charlotte Au Chocolate, they look very interesting.
Happy holidays!
Nadya
http://thedillychic.com
I’m reading The Night Circus right now, and am obsessed with it – definitely one of my favorites of 2012, as well!!
Sorry you have been sick.
The last book looks like a great read. I might just download that on the Nook my son surprised me with for Christmas. I am finishing up Gone Girl – highly recommend it. Feel better, Sweets, and have a wonderful New Year’s Eve!! xo
I did love Kiss of Night.
I must look up Charlotte Au Chocolat.
I’ve had so many favourite books this year! These sound great, and some are already on my to-read list
love them!
xx
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i’ve got to read more in 2013. i was awful this year. thank you for every time you’ve stopped by my blog. xo
Hahaha my fav book was the Fifty Shades series!
Happy New Year!
xo Michelle
Fierce & Fashionable
the help was great!
Xo Megan, http://www.TfDiaries.com
Somehow I missed your move to a new website and name! So glad I decided to go through my blog list and check it out. Good to see your posts again. I’ll have to check out a few of those books like Night Circus. I keep hearing so many good things about it. Hope your flu is done with and you are onto healthier times. Happy New Year!