- 114 Books Read
- 32 eGalleys
- 33 ARCS or finished copies sent by publishers
- 18 library books
- 22 audio books
- 16 personal copies
- 12 non-fiction
- 19 kids books
Favorite Reads for 2015
When I first decided to read this book, I thought that the cover image was a terrible choice, however, after finishing this 700+ pp book over the course of a few weeks, I now think the image is perfect. It so accurately depicts the emot...
Aquarium is an addictive read that hooked me early on, shocked me as the story progressed and made me wonder whether emotionally wounded individuals can ever truly heal. The story opens in 1990's Seattle, where 12-year-old Caitlin live...
When I saw that readers who enjoy Murakami and Atwood would likely enjoy this book, I knew I had to give it a try. It's a great choice for book groups with plenty to discuss. After being out of work for way too long Joseph and Josephine...
Ghostly, was a pleasant surprise, an awesome collection of short ghost stories. Each story can be completed in a short sitting, preferably by a nice warm fire or glowing candle with something warm to drink. Each story begins with a sma...
Just who is Eileen? In a town only referred to as X-ville in Massachusetts lived 24 year old Eileen Dunlop. Some might see her simply as a lonely young woman with low self esteem who cares for her alcoholic ex-cop father. To me, Eileen w...
What I Remember Most was a terrific story and one that kept me wondering as I eagerly turned each page. Part mystery, part contemporary fiction, the only thing that the reader knows for sure is that the protagonist, Grenadine Scotch Wild...
I loved this audiobook narrated by Mark Bramhall. The story left me feeling a bit sad, and with a thought that I often ask myself these days -- "Why can't people just live and let live?" The story is a pretty simple one and involves two...
It took me a while to write this review because it covered so much important information, I wasn't sure possibly write a review that would it all the credit it deserved, as I'm sure I will have glossed over lots of important information....
This is Your Life, Harriet Chance is a wonderful story told through the POV of Harriet, a 78 year old widow who had been married for 55 years. After her husband Bernard passes away, Harriet learns he had planned an Alaskan cruise for ...
While many people choose not to think about death and dying, 20-something author Caitlin Doughty was obsessed by it at an early age. At the age of eight she performed a ritual the she believed would help keep death at bay. After growing ...
Sheila of Book Journey is once again hosting this fun event. Pop on over to her blog to check out the friendly faces of your fellow bloggers and, see what each has picked as their first book of 2016. (I actually started this one a few days ago, but the review is posting tomorrow. I highly recommend this sometimes sad but, lovely story.
- Post reviews for Like Family; Giordano and The Guest Room; Bohjalian
- The Opposite of Everyone; Joshilyn Jackson
- The Bazaar of Bad Dreams; Stephen King
- Between the World and Me; Ta Nehisi-Coates
- My Name is Lucy Barton; Elizabeth Stout
What are your reading plans for 2016?
It looks like you had a great year in reading! here's to another great one! Happy New Year!
ReplyDeleteThank you Pat. I always get excited when thinking about a new year in books LOL
DeleteGreat year! I'm heard good things about Like Family and I'm reading Lucy Barton right now and really loving...but only 30% in.
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to try Lucy Barton - enjoy
DeleteI love your picture, Diane! And I think I'm going to tackle A LITTLE LIFE this year. Maybe over a longer time period or a little at a time. We'll see.
ReplyDeleteOh Kay, I hope you will read A Little Life.
DeleteWhat a wonderful reading year you had! I think A Little Life made everyone's favorite list this year (mine included). I see a lot that are on my backlist, too.
ReplyDeleteKathy, I hope you like A Little Life.
DeleteA great year and a great photo, too. I want to read Like Family, but A Little Life may be too much for me. Happy 2016, Diane!
ReplyDeleteThanks JoAnn. I hope you give both books a chance. Happy New Year.
DeleteLots of good reads going on! Happy New Year from all of us!
ReplyDeleteThank you Brian, same to you.
DeleteFun to be able to match picture and reader on Sheila's blog this morning. I have seen A Little Life all over. Guess that is my hint to read it. I have joined a TBR Triple Dog Dare: to read only books already on my bookshelf until April 1st. I am sure I can manage that! Happy New Year Diane!
ReplyDeleteThat's a great idea read your own books through 4/1/2016 Happy New Year
DeleteI really want to read Paolo Giordano's book! By the way, these are great stats on your blogging. You are such a well-rounded reader, getting your book from different sources.
ReplyDeleteThank you Laura. I try to read a variety of genres.
DeleteAquarium made my favorites too. I've heard Like Family is fantastic. Happy New Year!
ReplyDeleteGlad u loved it as well Kathy.
DeleteWhat great books! It seems everyone has "A Little Life" on their Best of lists. I own the book, but just haven't felt quite ready to read it yet. I think I should probably just put on my big girl panties and dig into it!
ReplyDeleteLOL - it does require "big girl panties".
DeleteLike Family has a gorgeous cover and blurb. Thanks for sharing...I also loved the Cathy Lamb book. Have a wonderful year....and thanks for visiting my blog.
ReplyDeleteThanks Laurel. I do love how Cathy Lamb writes.
DeleteHau'oli Makahiki Hou. Have a great reading session.
ReplyDeleteThanks Stefanie - same to you.
DeleteI may try Little Life in 2016. Thank you for the recommendation.
ReplyDeleteHope you love it Deb.
DeleteHow lovely to see you and your first read of the year Diane - I like your breakdown of your reading in 2015 too... Wishing you a Happy New Year with lots of great books!
ReplyDeleteThank you Cleo. Happy New Year to you as well.
DeleteLike Family looks like a good read. I've heard fantastic things about Cathy Lamb and A Little Life. I'd like to read both of them this year.
ReplyDeleteHope you enjoy both Katherine. Happy New Year.
DeletePlease try it sometime Vicki. Happy New Year
ReplyDeleteI am seeing a lot of sad reads, which I love, look forward to your review. Aquarium has me intrigued.
ReplyDeleteMarch, It's funny or (weird) I do gravitate toward sad reads.
DeleteEnjoy your 1st read of 2016!!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much and hope 2016 is a special year for you.
DeleteIt's always nice to look back over the year to see which books we really liked. I haven't done that yet. But who knows, maybe someday soon I will look over what I read and say, Hey! I remember that book...Happy Reading.
ReplyDeleteHope your 2016 books are enjoyable too.
DeleteI'll look forward to your review. It looks good. Thanks for the 5 star reads. I'll have to take a closer look.
ReplyDeleteIt was a good read Heidi - pleasant surprise.
DeleteHmm, Ghostly caught my eye. I love ghost stories, may have to save it for next October though... Happy New Year, Diane!
ReplyDeleteGhostly is the Perfect choice for October reading.
DeleteThere are a couple books in your list to tempt me, including Being Mortal and This Is Your Life Harriet Chance.
ReplyDeleteBeing Mortal is a fantastic NF read. Loved the other as well.
DeleteHappy New Year, Diane! What a great number of books! Wishing you a great reading year ahead.
ReplyDeleteThanks Iliana - hope your 2016 is filled with good fortune and good books.
DeleteYay for Cathy Lamb! The one you are reading for the 1st book of the year looks good even with parts of it sad. Happy New Year.
ReplyDeleteI do love how Cathy Lamb writes. Happy New Year!
DeleteI like the idea of breaking down the book according to their origin. I may borrow that for next year. Happy New Year.
ReplyDeleteThanks!! Some bloggers get so very specific with stats - that's the best effort I could expend. LOL
DeleteHappy New Year, Diane! I will be reading Like Family as well, although I haven't received it yet. I haven't chosen my First Book of the year yet. My selection may not take place for a few more days. I hope to read more, and post more, in 2016!
ReplyDeleteI hope you'll enjoy Like Family as much as I did. A Happy & Healthy 2016 to you.
DeleteAs always, I am amazed at the amount of books you read, and you have a job, and you have grandchildren!
ReplyDeleteNan, actually, I'm retired now, but still pretty busy LOL
DeleteI feel out of the loop because I think this is the first I've heard of Like Family. I'll watch for your review. I like your First Book pic :)
ReplyDeleteThanks Mary - Like Family is a great story, but a bit sad.
DeleteHappy New Year! Glad to hear you've enjoyed your first read of 2016!
ReplyDeleteThanks Bev; hope your New Year is special as well.
DeleteEnjoy that first book!
ReplyDeleteThank you Sheila; it was good and Happy New Year.
DeleteLooks like you had a great reading year - Happy New Year!
ReplyDeleteIt was a very good year for enjoyable reads. Thanks for stopping by. Happy New Year.
Delete114 books is a great reading year. A Little Life has had such good reviews I've finally put it on my to-read list. Perhaps audio is the way to go - I never seem to want to commit to huge print novels.
ReplyDeleteI sure hope that you try, A Little Life.
DeleteGreat list! I have GOT to get my hands on This Is Your Life, Harriet Chance! I loved the author's book, The Revised Fundamentals of Caregiving, on audio, although I was supposed to review it and I don't think I ever did. Hoping to be a better book blogger in 2016!
ReplyDeleteI need to do a better job at keeping stats - I always enjoy seeing everyone's at the end of the year!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous cover.
ReplyDeleteGreat to hear your first read of the year was good.
Great stats!! 114 books read is amazing. CONGRATS!!
Happy New Year and Happy Reading in 2016!!
Elizabeth
Silver’s Reviews
My First Book Of The Year
I haven't read any of these, but thanks to you, I have Harriet on my shelves!
ReplyDeleteLove your new header, Diane!
ReplyDeleteDefinitely a very good year of reading. I, too, enjoyed Our Souls at Night and Being Mortal (although, perhaps "enjoyed" is the wrong word). I'm hoping to read A Little Life one of these days. Maybe when I'm retired! I really want to read This Is Your Life, Harriet Chance. It sounds like just my kind of novel. I read Like Family earlier this month and while I thought the writing was very good, I didn't love it. I'm anxious to read your review and see what you thought.