I read 90 books this year! While a few ended up being disappointing, most were quite enjoyable. But, it is super challenging to narrow down a list of 90 books to a small list of my favorites. Keyword here is "my." There will be plenty of people who disagree with my decisions. However, I created this list by thinking about which books stood out to me and which ones I safely recommend to my friends. Without further ado, here's my list of The Best Books of 2017.
The 16 Best Books of 2017
A Gentleman in Moscow by Amor Towles
A beautiful delightful work of fiction - stick with it even if you think the concept is slow at first. My full review
The Child by Fiona Barton
You will not be able to put down this crime thriller which has plenty of good guys to cheer on.
The Party by Robyn Harding
You will hate the women in this book, but you will love the plot! Juicy and fun fiction. My full review
Just Mercy: A Story of Justice and Redemption by Bryan Stevenson
Eye-opening nonfiction about the unjustness of the criminal justice system following a case similar to To Kill a Mockingbird in the same setting. My full review
Anything is Possible by Elizabeth Strout
One of my favorite writers - she makes the everyday seem extraordinary. My full review
Our Souls at Night by Kent Haruf
The language of the book will sweep you away in this love story about senior citizens.
American Fire: Love, Arson, and Life in a Vanishing Land by Monica Hesse
This was my favorite audiobook of the year. I was completely drawn into the chaos and her investigative journalism.
Love and Other Consolation Prizes by Jamie Ford
It's got a world's fair, a brothel, and a tragic love story. My full review
Young Jane Young by Gabrielle Zevin
A political affair told from the viewpoints of the mistress, the mother of the mistress, and the wife.
Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng
Thought-provoking, incredible fiction about the choices women make as mothers.
Beasts of Extraordinary Circumstances by Ruth Emmie Lang
This book was different than anything I've read before featuring a boy raised by literal wolves. It will make you feel warm and fuzzy. My full review
When We Were Worthy by Marybeth Mayhew Whalen
A heartbreaking story for fans of the show Friday Night Lights (or small towns where football rules).
The Almost Sisters by Joshilyn Jackson
Comic books, biracial relationships, the South, long-held secrets.
So You've Been Publicly Shamed by Jon Ronson
Nonfiction piece about the ways social media and the internet have become the new public stocks where people earn their Scarlet Letters.
Braving the Wilderness: The Quest for True Belonging and the Courage to Stand Alone by Brene Brown
Maybe the most convicting book I have ever read - and the most difficult to apply in real life (but all the more reason to try)
Turtles All the Way Down by John Green
He's still got it. My full review
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