Top Ten Tuesday: New to me authors of 2013
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Jeni's picks:
1. Stephanie Bond: I read her Body Movers series and loved it. It reminded me a little of the Stephanie Plum novels but I actually think I liked these more. I hope the 7th book comes out soon.
2. Rhonda Pollero: The Finley Anderson series were a fun read. They got better with every book. My sister introduced me to this author after I made her read The Body Movers series.
3. Gayle Forman: I actually bought her book If I Stay a long time ago but it sat on my shelf for awhile. When I finally read it I was kicking myself for not reading it earlier. It was one of my favorite books of the year.
4. Huntley Fitzpatrick: My Life Next Door was a great read. It reminded me so much of my large family.
5. M.L. Stedman: The Light Between Oceans. I was so excited to read this book. I bought it while I was in England on vacation. It is a bit melancholy so beware you might need some tissues while reading it.
Emily's Picks
1. Susan Dennard: Something Strange and Deadly Series. This popped up on my TBR list and having a hard time deciding what to read next, I picked this up. I liked it and bought the next book in the series, A darkness strange and lovely. The third book doesn't come out till next year, but I thought this was interesting. It was recommended for those that liked the Clockwork Angel.
2. Maggie Stiefvater: Lament was the only book I have read of hers, although I understand her werewolf series is popular. I have yet to read it. I loved this book. There was something haunting and strange about this faerie tale. And I would love to have her write more about the story line, I know there is another book, but I understand the story follows another character.
3. Julianne Donaldson: Edenbrooke. This was a fun read, and honestly, it wasn't something that I would have picked up on my own, but having it recommended, by someone I trust, I read it. And liked it. So, I would have missed out on a fun adventure if I hadn't listened.
4. Teri Brown: Born Of Illusion. I picked this book up on a whim in the YA section in my library. And was surprised by the results. Magic, illusion, seance, romance, all combined in this nicely written story. It's too bad I have to wait until next year sometime for the next instalment. I enjoyed this book.
5. Veronica Roth: so, I was really late in the game on this one. I was a little burnt out on the whole dystopian world idea. How many more are coming? ugh. And I wasn't impressed by Divergent, at first, until half way through, when suddenly this book grew. And then I wanted more. But please, please, please, Hollywood, stay true to the story! Thank you. (Hunger Games, you came close)
Emily's Picks
1. Susan Dennard: Something Strange and Deadly Series. This popped up on my TBR list and having a hard time deciding what to read next, I picked this up. I liked it and bought the next book in the series, A darkness strange and lovely. The third book doesn't come out till next year, but I thought this was interesting. It was recommended for those that liked the Clockwork Angel.
2. Maggie Stiefvater: Lament was the only book I have read of hers, although I understand her werewolf series is popular. I have yet to read it. I loved this book. There was something haunting and strange about this faerie tale. And I would love to have her write more about the story line, I know there is another book, but I understand the story follows another character.
3. Julianne Donaldson: Edenbrooke. This was a fun read, and honestly, it wasn't something that I would have picked up on my own, but having it recommended, by someone I trust, I read it. And liked it. So, I would have missed out on a fun adventure if I hadn't listened.
4. Teri Brown: Born Of Illusion. I picked this book up on a whim in the YA section in my library. And was surprised by the results. Magic, illusion, seance, romance, all combined in this nicely written story. It's too bad I have to wait until next year sometime for the next instalment. I enjoyed this book.
5. Veronica Roth: so, I was really late in the game on this one. I was a little burnt out on the whole dystopian world idea. How many more are coming? ugh. And I wasn't impressed by Divergent, at first, until half way through, when suddenly this book grew. And then I wanted more. But please, please, please, Hollywood, stay true to the story! Thank you. (Hunger Games, you came close)
I need to catch up on Gayle Forman. I haven't read the big one making waves this year, but enjoyed IF I STAY! Oh, I need to read Huntley Fitzpatrick, too! I also need to read my copy of BORN OF ILLUSION. Veronica Roth, love! I think that I fell in love with her trilogy by the end of INSURGENT. When DIVERGENT ended, there were other first books I enjoyed more. But oh...such a good, powerful, lasting story! I hope they don't change things!
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