After weeks of trying to narrow this list down I’ve finally come up with my top reads of the year. It was really hard, as of today I’ve read 268 books so picking a handful of my absolute favorites was difficult for me. Originally I had planned on choosing a top ten, but I was really struggling so I decided to do a top 16 of 2016 and I STILL had a tough time. These are the books that I feel should not be missed, they are all standouts for me, for a variety of reasons. I also want to point out a few to watch for in 2017 as well.
(In no particular order)
I was totally blown away by this book. It touched me deeply and I still find myself thinking about Andy.
God this book was so compelling, it had one of my very favorite endings ever.
The plot twist in My Girl was insane and I loved every minute of this dark and twisted tale.
This was such a powerful and important read. I’m sure most of you have read it by now, but if not get cracking!
This had one of the BEST plot twists that I’ve ever read, totally gasp worthy.
I love domestic suspense and this one delivered on all levels.
Another amazing book from Orenda Books makes my list and this atmospheric psychological thriller was unlike anything I’ve ever read.
Yet another one with a brilliant plot twist, this one totally fascinated me.
This had everything I want in a psychological thriller and it kept me up late at night, I HAD to find out how it all would end.
This debut novel was unique and McDaniel’s lyrical prose was so moving.
My favorite character of the year comes from this one. If you’ve read this then I’m sure you’ll guess that I’m talking about Manny.
This was one of the best YA novels I read all year and the friendships here were beautiful.
This was a warm and heartfelt story of family and I still think about Nina today.
I had a hard time picking between this one and Jensen’s debut, The Sister but ultimately this one really grabbed me a tiny bit more.
I’ve become a huge Buchanan fan and this is my favorite of hers thus far. It had a fantastic twist that I loved.
This is the latest installment in my absolutely favorite series, so I had to add it. If you’re looking for a really well written and compelling new series to read, check out this one.
Books to watch in 2017:
This was a provocative thriller that kept me guessing, amazingly fun read.
I totally loved this one, but now that I’ve discussed it with some others who have read it as well, I see that not everyone was as satisfied with it as I was. It is definitely a wholly unique type of book and it was very unexpected in many ways.
This one was gorgeous and I think it will be huge next year.
What do you think of my picks? Are they any that you agree with? Disagree with? What are your top reads of the year? If you have a post link me so I don’t miss it!
A few of these books are now on my TBR list!
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Awesome!!
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Some good books, which I’m sure all had good reviews.
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Thank you!
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I have been looking around these lists by every blogger I follow to get more books for my TBR and your list made me realise that I had already added these books on my TBR after reading your reviews 😁😁
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That’s so awesome!! Did you post a list?
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No , i haven’t read many great book . I have only read 32 books and most and out of which 20 books belong to a series or another. Rest of what I have read are graphic novels and i think it’d be cheating to include graphic novels in such a list 😦
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Ahh that makes sense!
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I haven’t read many of your picks! I’m definitely getting to The Survivor’s Guide to Happiness and Everything You Want Me to Be as soon as my new reading glasses get here:) Daisy in Chains is making my list as well. I hope to have it up Friday
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I think you’ll like all of them. 😄
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Well any of these that were not in my tbr pile just officially made it! 😘
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Yay!!! Did you post a list? That I missed 😂
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Haha no! I am avoiding lists like the plague right now 😂 you don’t help much, continually writing reviews that make me add to this massive pile..
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😂 sorry! 😘 I’m gonna try and make it to the PO by Friday to send your book. It’s been crazy with the holiday stuff.
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You do not even have to rush or worry about that!
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Well I really want you to read it haha
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Well I really want to read it haha.💟 I don’t think you normally read the genre, but I have a copy of Gilded Cage by Vic James if you happen to be interested. If so you can message me your address on Twitter. I am going to squeeze in a nap before dinner. The lights at work have wrecked my head again..sigh.
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I’ll check it out, thank you! Poor thing feel better ASAP 😘
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Great list! I really liked Behind Closed Doors, too. The Bird Tribunal was also a really fun, creepy read.
Happy New Year!
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Thanks Susie! Same to you
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Reblogged this on Angie Dokos and commented:
Most of these are on my to-read list, or I’ve already read them and loved them. 🙂
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So awesome! That’s for reblogging 😄
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You’re welcome. I really enjoy your posts.
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I appreciate that so much!
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A great selection – including some that are very likely to make my top ten too!
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Thank you! Can’t wait to see yours.
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Haha I’m still contemplating an incredibly tough choice this year!
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It is SO hard!!! Good luck
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I still have two days 😏
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Haha you do! I’m honestly surprised I was able to get done a little bit early
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😊 I have five definite picks and then… you did well!
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I did cheat by going with 16 but oh well haha
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I love end of year lists! I have some of these on my TBR, and have added the others!
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Great list! I’ll keep these in mind for 2017!
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Thank you!
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Thank You for expanding my TBR LOL!! Lovely year for Mysteries I just added some on my tbr 🙂
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Haha so welcome!
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Not that I need any more books to put in my queue but some of these do sound amazing, well done for narrowing it down so much!! 🙂
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Thank you, it was tough!
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It Ends With US was such an important story for this year. Great choice!
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Thank you I think so too!
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I loved Phantom Limbs (best giveaway win ever :p ).. It is in my top picks too – https://bookmyopia.wordpress.com/2016/12/28/when-threes-not-a-crowd-my-top-reads-of-2016/
I am dying to read Caraval!!!
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Oh can’t wait to check that out! It’s amazing you’re gonna love it.
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Gosh I love McDaniel’s too!
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I couldn’t have said it better about A Suitable Lie, The Gift and The Summer that Melted Everything! 🙂
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Yay love that you agree haha! Did I miss a list from you?
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Half of the other books are on my TBR, I can’t wait to see if they have the same effect on me! I finished my top ten last week 🙂 https://chocolatenwafflesblog.wordpress.com/2016/12/23/hype-or-like-friday-best-reads-of-2016/
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Oh awesome gonna check it out now!!
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Some great titles and many I already have but still need to read. Too many books, too little time. 😦
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Sigh, isn’t it always that way? 👎
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Impressive list! I’ll be adding quite a few of these to my own reading list – especially looking forward to reading The Summer That Melted Everything.
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Thank you! I hope you enjoy it.
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Ah! I can’t believe I haven’t read The Summer That Melted Everything! Thanks for the reminder (especially if it’s on your top 16!).
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Oh yes it’s so good, definitely not to be missed.
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Ohhhh 😀 We share some! I’m publishing my list tomorrow (and I’ve been changing things for a week hahah)
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Haha can’t wait to see yours!!
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It Ends With Us was definitely a top read for me this year as well. It was so good, heartbreaking, and just all around an important read. I haven’t read any of the others on your list but I’m really excited for Caraval. I hope you have a fantastic New Years and 2017, Amy!! ♥😊
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Thanks so much same to you!!
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I’m so happy to see The Summer That Melted Everything on this list!! It was one of my top books as well.
I have a few of these on my TBR already. I actually have a signed copy of It Ends With Us, but have yet to pick it up… I have never read a CoHo book ((hides under rock))
Excellent post Amy! I cannot wait to read these books 🙂
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Ahhh read it ASAP!!! Thanks so much. I had to include TSTME, it was so awesome I still think about it.
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PS – did you redesign your blog?! or am I just oblivious? Either way I love it!
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I just made a new header photo/logo! I’m awful at that stuff so thank you so much.
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This list has given me a chance to add so many more books to my TBR list 😀
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