While I read a lot of sequels and books by authors I know and love, I also ended up reading a lot of books by new-to-me authors last year. There are some I loved and am excited to read more of their works, but there are sadly others who I’m not sure if I’ll be returning to.
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1) Claudia Gray (Defy the Stars) – This was my favourite book of 2018 so I’m really glad I was introduced to this new author last year.
2) Sarah J. Mass (Throne of Glass) – I can’t believe it’s taken me so long to read one of Mass’s books! I absolutely loved the first two books in the Throne of Glass series and I can’t wait to read more by her.
3) Marie Lu (The Young Elites) – Another author that’s been around for a while and I’ve only just read. The Young Elites was another favourite from last year.
4) James Bowen (A Street Cat Named Bob) – I pretty much never read non-fiction, autobiographies or memoirs, but I love cats and loved the film adaptation of this. I’m glad I read the book as I found it really interesting.
5) George R. R. Martin (A Game of Thrones) – Finally started reading this series. One of the great things about it is Martin’s writing, I was really drawn in by his prose style.
6) Richelle Mead (Vampire Academy) – I’d heard of Vampire Academy but not really thought it would be my thing, but I was pleasantly surprised. I’m actually reading the sequel, Frostbite, right now.
7) Pittacus Lore (I Am Number Four) – I’ve watched the film many times so it took me a while to get round to reading the book (it’s never the same if you watch the film first). While I did enjoy it, I’m not sure if I’m going to read the rest of the series.
8) Melanie Cellier (The Princess Companion) – I didn’t have great expectations for this book, but was pleasantly surprised, and wouldn’t rule out reading more of Cellier’s books.
9) M. A. Bennett (S.T.A.G.S.) – I found this book disappointing, but recognised a good storyteller in Bennett, so I would give another of her books a go.
10) Meg Clothier (The Girl King) – I applaud Clothier for writing about such an unknown historical period. It was interesting to read about 12th Century Georgia. However the book didn’t meet its potential.
The Last Book On The Left 
Yes, A Street Cat Named Bob was a very good read.
This is my Top Ten Tuesday post.
I was pleasently surprised by it. Although I perhaps shouldn’t have been since I love anything about cats!
The Young Elites series is on of my all time favorites. :)
Lauren @ Always Me
I’m looking forward to reading the rest of the series!
I’ve wanted to give Sarah J. Mass and Marie Lu a try for a long time now. Hopefully I’ll read some of their books this year. Great list!
They’re great, definitely worth a read!