Over the years I’ve read so many books. If I was to choose a few of my favourites I would probably list the following:
Lord of the Rings, JR Tolkien. I love the Lord of the Rings, it is a mammoth book but so enjoyable, the writing is excellent, and how can you resist Strider? I also really enjoyed all three of the films and thought they were brilliantly produced.
Twilight, Stephenie Meyers. I enjoyed all of these books. I admit that the fourth book is a little bit ‘out there’ but I think SM was just trying to give everyone a happy ending. Twilight just completely sucked me in (no pun intended) from the beginning, and introduced me to a whole new world of books in the form of young adult fiction. My favourite of the series has to be Eclipse – although I still haven’t seen the film – I suppose I’ll wait for the DVD now.
The Bronze Horseman, Paullina Simons. This has got to be one of the most amazing love stories. The characters are brilliant and that coupled with the setting create a wonderful story. I have read quite a few of PS’s novels, I love Scarlet Leaves and Tully (in fact I actually cried reading parts of Tully).
The Lovely Bones, Alice Sebold, I thought this was a totally gripping book and couldn’t put it down. The start of the book is obviously disturbing and I suppose it’s not the nicest series of events but it’s such an original story and so well told.
After You’d Gone, Maggie O’Farrell. I’ve read all of MOF’s novels and think she is a brilliant writer. Her ability to create such wonderful characters is a real gift. After You’d Gone is definitely my favourite of all her books although I have just read the Hand That First Held Mine and found that really enjoyable as well.
The Name of the Wind, Patrick Rothfuss. For anybody who reads fantasy novels this book is an absolute must read. It is brilliant. I read it quite a while ago and have been eagerly awaiting the next installment. This book has definitely stayed with me.
Philipa Gregory, all her historical novels. Such a great way to read about historical facts – I love the periods covered they are so interesting to read about, and obviously much written about.
CJ Sansom, Shardlake novels, another brilliant set of historical novels. Really interesting and easy to read. I love the character of Barrack.
The Help. This book is one of the most memorable books I have read for a long time. Totally gripping, in fact I read it with an ever increasing sense of impending doom! Based on three characters, in the deep south in the 1960s with all the surrounding prejudices. Really an excellent read, the characters of Minnie and Abeline are outstanding. A must read book.
Rebecca, Daphne du Maurier. I love so many of DDM’s books but this really is my favourite (plus the old black and white film – so atmospheric). DDMs style of writing is magical, her ability to describe things and just create a total picture in your mind is second to none. I love her books.
The Secret History, Donna Tart. I thought this book was brilliant, totally reminds me of Daphne du Maurier’s style of writing which I love anyway. I wish that there were more DT books out there.
Authors I like: Douglas Kennedy, Cassandra Clare, Maggie Stiefvater, Holly Black, The Bronte Sisters, Jane Austen, Joanne Harris, Peter Brett, Kristin Cashore, Ryder Haggard, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, John Connolly.
I could go on.. and on..
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Over the years I’ve read so many books. If I was to choose a few of my favourites I would probably list the following:
Lord of the Rings, JR Tolkien. I love the Lord of the Rings, it is a mammoth book but so enjoyable, the writing is excellent, and how can you resist Strider? I also really enjoyed all three of the films and thought they were brilliantly produced.
Twilight, Stephenie Meyers. I enjoyed all of these books. I admit that the fourth book is a little bit ‘out there’ but I think SM was just trying to give everyone a happy ending. Twilight just completely sucked me in (no pun intended) from the beginning, and introduced me to a whole new world of books in the form of young adult fiction. My favourite of the series has to be Eclipse – although I still haven’t seen the film – I suppose I’ll wait for the DVD now.
The Bronze Horseman, Paullina Simons. This has got to be one of the most amazing love stories. The characters are brilliant and that coupled with the setting create a wonderful story. I have read quite a few of PS’s novels, I love Scarlet Leaves and Tully (in fact I actually cried reading parts of Tully).
The Lovely Bones, Alice Sebold, I thought this was a totally gripping book and couldn’t put it down. The start of the book is obviously disturbing and I suppose it’s not the nicest series of events but it’s such an original story and so well told.
After You’d Gone, Maggie O’Farrell. I’ve read all of MOF’s novels and think she is a brilliant writer. Her ability to create such wonderful characters is a real gift. After You’d Gone is definitely my favourite of all her books although I have just read the Hand That First Held Mine and found that really enjoyable as well.
The Name of the Wind, Patrick Rothfuss. For anybody who reads fantasy novels this book is an absolute must read. It is brilliant. I read it quite a while ago and have been eagerly awaiting the next installment. This book has definitely stayed with me.
Philipa Gregory, all her historical novels. Such a great way to read about historical facts – I love the periods covered they are so interesting to read about, and obviously much written about.
CJ Sansom, Shardlake novels, another brilliant set of historical novels. Really interesting and easy to read. I love the character of Barrack.
The Help. This book is one of the most memorable books I have read for a long time. Totally gripping, in fact I read it with an ever increasing sense of impending doom! Based on three characters, in the deep south in the 1960s with all the surrounding prejudices. Really an excellent read, the characters of Minnie and Abeline are outstanding. A must read book.
Rebecca, Daphne du Maurier. I love so many of DDM’s books but this really is my favourite (plus the old black and white film – so atmospheric). DDMs style of writing is magical, her ability to describe things and just create a total picture in your mind is second to none. I love her books.
The Secret History, Donna Tart. I thought this book was brilliant, totally reminds me of Daphne du Maurier’s style of writing which I love anyway. I wish that there were more DT books out there.
Authors I like: Douglas Kennedy, Cassandra Clare, Maggie Stiefvater, Holly Black, The Bronte Sisters, Jane Austen, Joanne Harris, Peter Brett, Kristin Cashore, Ryder Haggard, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, John Connolly.
I could go on.. and on..
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