1.14.2021

Favorite Books of 2020

 


Long Bright River by Liz Moore
This was one of the first books I read last year and the utterly suspenseful and human story of two sisters with divergent lives.
Original review here.

Valentine by Elizabeth Wetmore
Such an impressive debut from Wetmore, I think Valentine deserves a bit more hype! It's pretty bleak, but perfect if you love a tense and compelling read.
Original review here.

A Court of Mist and Fury by Sarah J. Maas
I escaped into this fantasy series last year, reading all four books, which is something I never do. If I DO read a series, I usually take my time. These books were such fun, and ACOMAF was definitely my favorite of the bunch.
Original review here.

Good Talk by Mira Jacob
Over the years I've been discovering how much I love graphic memoirs and Jacob's book was such a unique take on the genre with her collage inspired depictions of her life. The way she uses color and repeating pictures is so clever, and the writing is beautiful.
Original review here.

Go With the Flow by Lily Williams and Karen Schneemann
Speaking of graphic novels, this was my favorite kids read this year by a mile. This book takes on all kinds of issues around the stigma of menstruation and was so uplifting and empowering. A must read.
Original review here.

The Nickel Boys by Colson Whitehead
Yes, I am late to this party! I understand now! I love, love, love a book that turns everything on it's head with an amazing ending. It left me breathless, and enraged, but mostly in awe.
Original review here.

Mexican Gothic by Sylvia Moreno-Garcia
Thrillers or horror are not normally my thing, but the buzz around this book had me so curious. I'm SO GLAD I read Mexican Gothic! So atmospheric, creepy, and with a great build up to a completely nutty ending that had my jaw on the floor. Such a fun ride.
Original review here.

The Undocumented Americans by Karla Cornejo Villavicencio
This was definitely the best nonfiction book I read this year. Raw and eye-opening. A must read.
Original review here.
The hype was REAL with this book! I flew through the pages of this lovely story of an immortal woman who will never be remembered.
Original review here.

The Vanishing Half by Brit Bennett
Last book of the year and one of the best books of the year! I loved The Mothers by Brit Bennett, too, and this one did not disappoint. A great story with thoughtful layers on what it means to be our authentic self.
Original review here.

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