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So without further ado, here we go.
Oh wait, I forgot some further ado. I don't know why 2019 was a weird year for me and reading books. I finished thirty-one books (not terrible, but definitely not great) and for some reason, I just wasn't feeling it like normal. So while there are several books I would recommend, nothing stands out in a huge way. Except the first one. My absolute favorite. Forever and for always.
The Book of Mormon
I love this book with all of my heart. It changes me every single time I read it. And I've shared a lot on this blog about my deep feelings and gratitude for this book. But this post still touches my heart and soul in a way I can't convey. God is so kind and so loving and so good. And giving His children this incredible book is such a huge evidence of that kindness and love and goodness. I'm so thankful.
The Promise of Dawn, A Breath of Hope, A Season of Grace
I just really love historical fiction books. And this series is no exception. I read all three of these books this year and just loved them. I'm a huge fan of the author and love that her books hold my interest and are so clean and well written. And as a bonus of sorts, in the process of writing this paragraph, I needed to look these books up, to remind myself of their sequence in the series. And just discovered the fourth book is out and waiting for me. Seriously?! What a fun surprise. You can guarantee it will be listed on that right sidebar in short order.
The Hired Girl
I loved the story, the writing and the idea behind this book. It was a good one for sure.
The Statistical Probability of Love at First Sight
This was a cheesy, quick read. And I liked it. Sometimes I just want to be able to be entertained in my reading, without having to think too much. This book fit the bill.
What the Wind Knows
On the other hand, this book took a lot of thought. Which was good for me, but apparently hard on my 2019 brain. So while I really loved it, I want to warn anyone who would like to read it that it includes a lot of history from the time period. And some of it was fabulous and interesting and I truly enjoyed it. But some of it was also a lot and long and a lot. At least to me. But this book was good enough that it felt worth it and I can definitely recommend it.
The Girl with Seven Names
I am beyond fascinated with North Korea. I have been for as long as I can remember. And this book made me even more so. I still can't comprehend what life is like for some people living in certain nations, but I'm grateful to have a little more insight and to feel so thankful for my own life. And so impressed with those who work and fight and conquer really hard situations and experiences and lives.
Okay friends, there you are. An interesting year of reading, but a year of reading nonetheless. And that second part is what matters to me. Because I love books something crazy. And have a feeling this current year will bring back my groove as I spend time doing one of my favorite hobbies in the world.
Happy reading darling people!
PS. For a list of other books I recommend, here are the links to past favorites: