I decided to do things a little different this year...I have broken down my top reads of 2016 in a way that is probably just as confusing as can be. I beg of you to just roll with it! This year has been fantabulous when it comes to books and narrowing it down made my brain hurt! I can not believe the incredible books that I have read, the authors that I have discovered, the friends that I have made through blogging/reviewing.
Today I am listing my favorite FICTION books that I read in the year 2016. Listed alphabetically by genre, author, and then by publication date - because I am weird like that.
Contemporary
Historical
Dance Over Me - Candee Fick
Close to You - Kara Isaac
Can't Help Falling - Kara Isaac
Love Everlasting - Julie LessmanHistorical
The Thorn Bearer - Pepper D. Basham
The Ringmaster's Wife - Kristy Cambron
Undaunted Hope - Jody Hedlund
Forever Safe - Jody Hedlund
Newton and Polly - Jody Hedlund
An Elegant Façade - Kristi Ann Hunter
Love's Faithful Promise - Susan Anne Mason
An Elegant Façade - Kristi Ann Hunter
Love's Faithful Promise - Susan Anne Mason
Anchor in the Storm - Sarah Sundin
Playing the Part - Jen Turano
The Governess of Highland Hall - Carrie Turansky
Young Adult
Even though there are many books that hold a special place in my heart, there are two books that have impacted more than any of the others this year. These books have made me cry multiple times, not just while reading, but months afterwards. These books are the ones that have moved my soul in such a way that I can't get their message out of my head, the characters out of my heart. They have impacted my life in ways that I can't even begin to describe. I fell so in love with these books that I created a new star rating in their honour. Pepper Basham and Jody Hedlund have completely blown me away this year. They have raised the bar considerably high and I can not wait to see what they bring us next.
Wow, that an honor to see The Governess of Highland Hall on this amazing list! I loved your top two as well. I listened to Newton and Polly and was so touched by the story. Thanks for sharing your reviews and encouraging your friends to read great books! Blessings to you in the new year!
ReplyDeleteThank you Carrie!
DeleteI'm thrilled to see Pepper Basham on this list! I'm one of her many fans!
ReplyDeleteOh Claire!!! Thank you! Thank you!
DeleteYay!!! More Pepper fans!
DeleteI'm so proud of you for having some contemporary choices ;)
ReplyDeleteHehe aww shucks!
DeleteOh Rachel, thank you so much!! I'll totally fangirl with you over The Thorn Keeper. I'm thrilled you fell in love with Catherine and David's story too. #swoonoften
ReplyDeleteAnd to have ALL THREE books listed??? WOW! Thank you. I'm so thankful for you
Well..they were just THAT good hehe! <3
DeleteAwesome list, Rachel! So honored to be on it!
ReplyDeleteI truly adored Love's Faithful Promise Sue! Thank you for writing!
DeleteLooks like a whole bunch of books I need to make time for :)
ReplyDeleteThere were so many good books this year! I would have put almost all the books I read on this list if I could. And this year looks to be even more exciting!
DeletePersonally, I really like how you broke up this list. It was simple and beautiful. :D
ReplyDeleteOh thank you so much! I was seriously stressing out over the format!
DeleteThank you so much, Rachel! I'm honored to see Anchor in the Storm in such fine company :)
ReplyDeleteAnd I have no doubt that your books will continue to be on my list in the years to come! <3
DeleteFabulous list! I still need to get to mine!! =)
ReplyDeleteI still have to get my nonfiction list together and a special post too hehe
DeleteThank you, Rachel! I'm so glad we were able to connnect you with the books of The Everstone Chronicles! ❤
ReplyDeleteLOVE The Everstone Chronicles! Can't wait to read your next books ;)
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