Rating Every Book I’ve Read This Year – So Far
Rating every book I’ve read this year including one of my favorite books that I will now recommend to everyone, even if they don’t read.
I can’t believe it’s already the end of June! I’m honestly shocked how fast this year is going by. I’m happy to report that I’m on track to read 12 books this year. I know that’s not a lot, at all, but I literally haven’t read a book in so long. Since it’s mid-year I thought I would review and rate all the books I’ve read so far.
quick note: I always share which book I read at the beginning of the month on my Instagram stories, in case you want to read along with me. Then I review and rate them when I’m done. Follow me here if you want to stay updated!
also: check out this reel I made for a quick glance into these books!
Big Magic
ELIZABETH GILBERT
This book teaches you what it means to create, why we should create, and to never stop creating. Each section tells a different story about the Big Magic that happens in every one of us, even if you think you don’t live a creative life. It honestly opened my eyes to creativity and why we should just go for it despite the outcome. So many other life lessons in this book. Highly recommend it if you’re a writer, blogger, or content creator.
rating: 10/10
The Guest List
LUCY FOLEY
The ending came together so well! I was honestly shocked by how many twists this had. The last 100 pages had me saying “WTF” like six times lol. If you love murder, thriller, and drama stories, then this is for you!
The perfect couple is getting married on the perfect Island and everything is going well until someone shows up dead. It’s a “who done it” and who died kind of book with so many plot twists!
rating: 9/10
Verity
COLLEEN HOOVER
I finished this book in two days because I wanted to know the ending so bad! Every chapter kept me wanting to know more. It was really good and I would recommend it to everyone, even if you don’t like to read!
Lowen is asked to finish a series of books by her favorite author Verity. She soon finds out Verity has been hiding something very disturbing, but should Lowen share these dark secrets?
I gave it a 9/10 because some parts are disturbing to read and there is an unnecessary amount of sex scenes (lol).
rating: 9/10
You Are Not Alone
GREER HENDRICKS & SARAH PEKKANEN
Not my favorite but still entertaining and a good plot twist that I did not see coming! A girl named Shay meets the Moore Sisters and her life takes a complete 180 for the better, so she thinks. She soon realizes the Moore Sisters are not who they perceive to be but it may be too late for Shay to walk away free.
rating: 7/10
The Four Agreements: A Practical Guide to Wisdom
DON MIGUEL RUIZ
The Four Agreements is a book I wish I read in high school. It has such great life lessons and wisdom to live by. It’s a great self-help book if you are on the journey towards more self-love and inner peace. I had to learn these lessons the hard way, so if you have a chance to pick this up I promise you won’t regret it. It’s only 160 pages and less than $6 on Amazon!
rating: 8/10
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The Midnight Library
MATT HAIG
A unique story about depression and the regrets we have in life. Nora Seed is in a place called “The Midnight Library” where she gets to experience every life she could have had. It’s a modern fantasy fiction filled with life lessons and existential questions (and answers). It’s a nice and happy read, something totally different than what I usually read so I was happy with this one.
rating: 8/10
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My favorite book so far was definitely Verity. It’s a book where you’ll be hooked from the beginning. Let me know in the comments which book you’re currently reading or which one you’re adding to your reading list!
Until next time,
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Wow, you have dont a lot of reading this year! Reminds me to pull out the books I want to read and have them in a spot I see them. I also need to create a reading nook with a comfy chair. And I love the Four Agreements. So good.
I always think I don’t read nearly as much as others but it’s better than nothing! haha I would love a comfy reading nook, but my bed will have to do for now. Also, the Four Agreements is a must-read!
A few of these are on my TBR list. I’ve seen lots of reviews about The Mightnight Library and the plot is so intruiging to me. I’ve also hear good things about The Guest List and purchased it for a friend. I’ll have to read it too!
Both The Midnight Library and The Guestlist are so good! I recommend both!
Thank you for sharing your reading list! I can not wait to read the Midnight Library.
Oooh we love an avid reader! Those books look extremely interesting, I read Big Magic as well and that completely changed up my perspective on creativity! Thank you so much for sharing 🙂
Thank you for sharing this list
You made me decide what to read next!
Great suggestions! I love curling up with a good book.
I’ve heard so many good things about The Midnight Library but haven’t read it yet!
I’m going to take this post a sign to pick up one of my book (from a very large pile) and start my summer reading! I might have to pick up one or two from your list though, they seem right up my ally~
You have read an interesting assortment of books. I can’t wait to read The Midnight Library.
Thank you for this list! I love the diversity of the content.