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I know that it seems like (well, at least it does to me!) we just celebrated the start of a new year, but I already feel like I have fallen in love with some great books! So, instead of sticking strictly to the subject for this week (books that I enjoyed that weren't my typical genre/type of book), since I am not sure that I read a lot of books out of my comfort zone (I enjoy a wide variety, which keeps me busy enough to not venture to far out in left field, I suppose) to do a whole list.
1. Hope Unfolding
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While this book isn't totally out of my comfort zone, I don't take the time to read a lot of mommy non fiction. This one was just what I needed though! It is an excellent source of encouragement for mom's in all walks of life.
2. The Gathering
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While I would of loved more details/world building, this one is definitely worth picking up as the series is hard to put down!
3. The Giftsnatcher
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This one is out of my comfort zone, since I wouldn't think that I would care for speculative type stories. And yet, this one blew me away! If you read one book of my list, PICK THIS ONE! lol.
4. Where She Belongs
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This one was excellent! I like how the story developed and that it was told from several different characters view points.
5. The Hearts We Mend
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I fell in love with this one, since the main characters are AMAZING!
6. The Indian Family Cookbook
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This one is different for me, since I hadn't really tried very many Indian dishes before receiving it. I know it isn't a book that I read, but it is still one that took me out of my comfort zone.;)
7. Collage this Journal
Another one that I am not exactly reading.;) I have never done anything like this (I've been eyeing the Wreck this Journal set), so I figured it was worth adding to the list! It's a fun way to record life.
8. If I Run
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9. The Ringmaster's Wife
Once upon a time, we went to the circus as a family. There is something magical about it when you are a kid! I can only imagine how it was in the early 1900's. This book is an incredible story of fact and fiction.
10. You're the One I Want
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While the genre didn't take me out of my comfort zone, this book did because I was fairly certain I wouldn't like the hero since he was such a jerk throughout the series.;) Susan works her magic though, and I love the book!
So, what books have surprised you this past year or so?
Gift Snatcher looks really intriguing. I think I'm going to have to check it out!
ReplyDeleteIt was exceptional! I hope you enjoy it.:)
DeleteI love love LOVE the cover to Hope Unfolding! I am a suck for watercolor and flowers :P Great list!
ReplyDeleteMy TTT.
Also, feel free to check out the last week of our giveaway!
It is gorgeous! It makes me wish I was more artistic.;)
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