Favorite Books of 2016

In terms of reading, this past year was an improvement! I still have trouble focusing when I first pick up a book and sticking with books, but I'm working on it. I'm also hoping to listen to more audiobooks in the coming year.

Where'd You Go, Bernadette? - Maria Semple


Funny and out there in a perfect way. I like books about lost people.








Kindred - Octavia Butler

I can't believe I hadn't read this before last year. Looking forward to reading more Octavia Butler.

Code Name Verity - Elizabeth Weinstein

This book broke my heart, and I liked it. I love historical stories, and I love that this one revolved around the bond between two female protagonists.

Postcards from the Edge - Carrie Fisher

I ordered an audiobook from my local library before Christmas. It didn't come in until the 29th, two days after Carrie Fisher died, and when I went to pick it up, I decided to browse the shelves, which I don't typically do. This has been on my to-read pile for a while, but when I saw it that day, I knew the time to read it had come. It was lovely and dark and did exactly what the best fiction does--make me feel a little less alone.

Under the Banner of Heaven - Jon Krakauer

I am unusually fascinated by religions as well as true crime, and this was an interesting, well-written look at one time those two interacted.