My 2022 Book Recommendations

It’s time again for my yearly list of book recommendations. All of these books listed I have given five stars and highly recommend each of them. As always this is my list of favourite books from the year, some are new, some are old, all are loved.

Of these books there are different genres and lenthgd of books. Something for everyone. I did read some more soul searching, meaning of life books this year than I have before. Books like these can really make you think but There are also some easy read through in a day with little thought books as well.

This year I was two books over my reading goal. It’s easy when reading books that I love. Hopefully you can also find a book that you’ll love on this list. Enjoy.

Inkblot Volume One by Emma Kubert

A graphic novel in which a powerful sorceress tries to destroy her mistake of creating a magical cat that can travel through time, space and reality. The cat threatens to unravel the fabric of the universe.

Limited Truth: A Squad Treble Novel by Kay Bennson

A strange group called Chi Rho Iota Corporation take over Cassie’s high school. Suddenly all of the students are thrust into a state of the art war simulation. Rules become broken, people fight dirty and in the chance of winning. Cassie and her squad are faced with the task of finding out the true intentions behind Chi Rho Iota Corporation.

Chasing Sunrise (The Sunrise Prophecy #1) by Emily Mah

Liana Linacre has always thought of herself as the boring good girl but after a brief tango with a vampire her world is flipped upside down. After her father passed away Liana must move in with her estranged Aunt Cassie in New Mexico. Liana must try and outsmart the ancient evil that wants her dead with the help from new classmate Corban.

The Book of Adam and Eve: Conflict of Adam and Eve with Satan, Books One and Two by Unknown

The story of Adam and Eve and what became of them after they were kicked out of Eden.

Bridge to Terabithia by Katherine Patterson

Jess Aarons has been practicing all summer to be the fastest runner in the fifth grade, when the new student, Leslie, arrives and outruns him they become fast friends. The pair spend most of their time playing in the woods, creating an enchanted land called Terabithia. One day a tragedy befalls Leslie when journeying to Terabithia alone. Jess must use everything in him to overcome his grief.

The Game of Life and How To Play It by Florence Scovel Shinn

A down to earth guide explaining how to use principles regarding success.

Not That I’d Kiss A Girl: A Kiwi Girl’s Tale of Coming Out and Coming of Age by Lil O’Brien

Kicked out of her parents house after accidentally outing herself to her family, Lil finds herself at the side of the road with nowhere to go. A laugh out loud memoir based on a young kiwi girl’s experience in coming to grips with her own sexuality.

The Tibetan Book of Living and Dying by Sogyal Rinpoche

An introduction to Tibetan Buddhist knowledge. A manual that is meant to inspire and comfort while coaching through the perils of life and death.

After We Were Stolen by Brooke Beyfuss

Avery escapes from a cult while trying to flee a fire only she didn’t know it was a cult. In her escape she finds that her entire life has been a lie. While hiding out after the fire Avery and her brother Cole are caught by the police for shop lifting, it is then it is discovered that they were kidnapped fifteen years prior. Cole is immediately whisked away to his family, leaving Avery alone. While grieving and trying to break free from her trauma Avery must learn what really happened the night of the fire to be truly free.

I’m Glad My Mom Died by Jennette McCurdy

A heart wrenching and hilarious memoir from Nickelodeon star Jennette McCurdy that outlines her struggle with family, being a child star, addiction, eating disorders and most of all her struggle with her relationship with her mother.

Just Date And See by Portia MacIntosh

Billie is looking forward to a quiet Christmas but all of a sudden her house is filled with unexpected guests. To find escape from the chaos she signs up for a week of dating events brought to you by a dating app. While it’s not the Christmas she signed up for will she find love this holiday season? She’ll have to date and see.