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2019 Reading Challenge

10 out of 10 books

By Kristen BarenthalerPublished 7 months ago • 1 min read

Whiskey in a Teacup by Reese Witherspoon ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Amazing book with a true insight into the life of one of America's favorite actresses. Also, I want to try everything in this cookbook while also becoming Reese's best friend... just a thought.

The Tattooist of Auschwitz by Heather Morris ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

You’ll cry, you’ll cry some more, and you’ll finally understand. “The Tattooist of Auschwitz” will draw you into a world that will fascinate, terrify, and destroy you. But in the end, you’ll finally understand what it was truly like for the people forced into a war they wanted no part of. While this may seem like a depressing review, I wholeheartedly suggest this read to anyone who wants to spend time better understanding the world around them. We need to learn from our histories.

Feed by M.T. Anderson ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

In a time when computers and technology already run our lives, whose to say Anderson’s vision won’t soon be coming true. “Feed” lets us see the pros and cons of such a bleak future coming to fruition. Beware...

A Short History of The Troubles by Brian Feeney ⭐⭐⭐

While grammatically well written, this book is a better read with some previous background on Irish history and The Troubles. If you’re looking for something easy as a beginner historian, look elsewhere. If you’re invested in Irish history and are looking to brush up on your Troubles, give it a go.

Five Feet Apart by Rachael Lippincott ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

That once-in-a-lifetime, totally unimaginable, scarily beautiful love that everyone secretly dreams of having comes to life with Stella and Will’s relationship. Sure, there’s ups and downs, but love (in its own way) always triumphs. ❤️

To All the Boys I've Loved Before by Jenny Han ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Even if you’ve seen the film, read the book too! The book is always better than the movie and Jenny Han’s tale of teenage romantic angst isn’t any different. ❤️

Flowers in the Attic/Petals on the Wind by V.C. Andrews ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Twists, turns, scandal, and intrigue will keep you enthralled throughout.

More Badder Grammar! by Sharon Eliza Nichols ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

For those of us who love to correct everyone’s grammar, you’ll be in heaven.

Before We Were Yours by Lisa Wingate ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

Follow along as Avery begins the investigation of a lifetime. This glimpse into the past through the eyes of those who lived it and their family’s future generations will keep you enthralled throughout. Forcing you to need to know what happens next. So grad your fishing pole and jump aboard the Kingdom Arcadia for the adventure.

Booked: A Traveler's Guide to Literary Locations Around the World by Richard Kreitner ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

For those literary lovers looking to expand their horizon of the world, grab this book and never let go!

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Kristen Barenthaler

Curious adventurer. Crazed reader. Librarian. Archery instructor. True crime addict.

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  • Peter Hayes7 months ago

    You've got some great book recs here. I loved "To All the Boys I've Loved Before." The movie was good, but the book really brought out the characters' emotions.

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