One thing I like to do, besides spend time with my family, is read. As a child, if I got sent to my room, I didn’t mind. I would just lay on my bed and read for hours. Now, if my books got taken away, that would be a real punishment for me. Thankfully that was not something my parents ever did. I made a goal for myself, at the start of 2017, to read at least 50 books this year. Not only did I read those 50, but I read 28 more! I am currently on my 79th book of the year!
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Besides actually reading, the next best thing is to SHARE those books with others. If you are interested, you can feel free to follow me on Goodreads. I track every single book I read on that site. Since I’ve read 78 books this year AND I like to share those books, I’ve made a list of the best books that I’ve read in 2017! These books are in no particular order.
Best Books of 2017
I absolutely love reading series books. With a series, you get the chance to really get to know the characters and then build upon that from book to book. Right now, my favorite series book to read is A Shade Of Vampire
A Shade Of Vampire
On Her Father’s Grave (Rogue River Novella)Tracks of Her Tears [Kindle in Motion] (Rogue Winter Novella Book 1)Death and Her Devotion (Rogue Vows Book 1)Twisted Truth (Rogue Justice Novella Book 1)
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You really can’t go wrong with any of the series above. They are all quick reads and the characters are likable. Which is important to me! If I don’t like the characters (or at least a few of them), then I probably will end up hating the book.
Top Ten Books I Read This Year
When I start thinking about the books I liked best that I read this year, I think about those that really stayed with me after I finished it. The top ten books I highly recommend you read in 2018 are:
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Each and every single one of these that I read are ones that really made me stop and think. A couple of them grabbed my attention so much, that I was unable to put the book down. When I can’t put a book down, then I know I have to share it and that is what got it on this book list!
Oh I needed this post today! I’ve been looking for a new book to sink my teeth into!
I would recommend the Wheel of Time Series. It’s a long read. There are 13 in the series, but it’s an amazing set of books. They’re so well written.
I’m not sure I have anything to add to this list. I mean, these books are all so good. I’ve read a couple of them, and I’d love to try the rest.
I love this list. I’ve been trying to find some books that I want to read when I go travel and I love getting recommendations first. I will definitely check into these books.
I’m a big Kendra Elliott and Melinda Leigh fan, I’ll have to check out the others on your list!
Do you know I’ve not read much this year, I have years when I read and read and read and then I can go a year without touching much at all. I am going to have to save some of these ideas though for when I next go on a reading rampage!
I hated reading growing up. Now though I love to curl up with a really great book. I don’t have much time for reading these days between working from home full time and homeschooling my daughter. Well, I get to read, but it’s 7th grade stuff for homeschooling. I think I may set a goal for myself this coming year. One a month. May not seem like much, but for someone who would have to make the time to read, I think it’s pretty good.
I really need to get back to reading. Even if it takes longer than expected, I’d like to get into a couple of the books you listed. The Stranger sounds really good!
I have not read in a few years sadly so I am not sure what I would add to your list but I for one will be reading several on your list! I am glad I decided to read more in the new year ahead.
That is such a great list! Awesome choice of books!
I have read a lot of books this year but I didn’t read a single book on your list! I need to check out a few of these for myself!!
If you read any of them, let me know what you think!
All of these books sounds amazing to read. One of my goals for 2018 would be to get back to my love of reading. I used to read a lot but I slack off this year.
I feel guilty that I haven’t been reading a lot! I really appreciate you sharing your reading list for this year! I’d love to check out these books.
These all look like such great recommendations – thank you for the titles! I’m looking to do a 25 book challenge for 2018 so this list is fantastic for me.
Sadly, I haven’t read any of these! I am out of the habit of reading, just because I am so busy. Basically get the kids on the bus, go to work, get them off the bus, and do housework and get the kids to their commitments. And blogging! I did read a little bit on a recent vacation. Since I’m so out of the loop, it is nice to have some suggestions.
Sounds like a great selection of books. I haven’t had much time to read lately. I do love to read, I just wish I could find more time during the day to sit down and read a great book.
I love posts like this! I need to write one for 2017 also. I love seeing what others read during the year and what they recommend. I have not read any of these so I am excited to save this list for my next book trip!
You have a great book list, I really need to start reading more. Maybe this holiday season I should start.
I am a bit sad that I didn’t get to read a ton of books this year. I think that I only read one or two books.
I haven’t heard of any of these books. Sadly, I don’t get as much time to read as I would like.
I will certainly have to check some of these out. I sure love a good book!
These sound like great books and I’ll be adding a few of them to my reading list!
I read Saving Noah and Spilled Milk. I also enjoyed both of those books. Thanks for sharing your list, I have a few books I added to my kindle.
I really enjoyed those two…they stuck with me, long after I finished them.
My husband is a bookworm. I’m not sure if he has read any of these books so I will have to tell him about your list
I haven’t read any of these but I may have to do a round-up post of books I’ve read thus far in 2017. Thank you for sharing.
Not having much time lately to just read for fun has bummed my out. I really need to make some time to relax with a good book more often. I’ll keep your suggestions in mind.
Oh thanks for this list. I am always looking for more good books to read.