Hello everyone!
It's been a while since I've posted and for that I am really sorry. At this point I'm not going to promise to try and post consistently because I don't think that's going to happen. But I can promise to post when inspiration hits and I will still do monthly wrap-ups. Anyways, I wanted to share 20 books that I want to get to in the year 2020. These will all be books that I've been highly anticipating reading for a while with a couple new releases mixed in.
The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern
I feel like I'm the last person to get around to reading this book, but I'm determined to make it happen next year. I've heard nothing but good things about this book, like seriously no bad reviews. I'm trying not to have high expectations, but it's almost inevitable with how much this book is talked about.
Stain by A.G. Howard
I've been anticipating reading this book ever since it was announced but still haven't read it. It's a Princess and the Pea retelling from what I've been told and I'm so excited. I love A.Gl Howard's writing style and her books are so whimsical. I can't wait to dive into this story.
War Storm by Victoria Aveyard
I've been meaning to read this book since it came out last year. I think my sister is eagerly anticipating to get her book back as well. I've been holding it hostage for months on the off chance I get the urge to pick it up and that IS going to happen next year. I think I decided to get myself into the mood to read the conclusion to one of my favorite series, I just need to reread the series. It doesn't help that I also got spoiled for the ending, but it's one of those books that I just need to buckle down and read because it's been months in the making.
Catwoman: Soulstealer by Sarah J. Maas
So far, I've LOVED the first two books in the DC Icons series but haven't gotten around to the last two yet. I'm worried to read Catwoman because I haven't liked what I've read from Sarah J. Maas in the past (please don't hurt me) but if the story is anything like the first two books, then I have nothing to worry about.
Crown of Feathers by Nicki Pau Preto
To be honest, I'm not quite sure what this book is about but I am so hyped to read it. First of all, the cover is STUNNING! I love the phoenix and the color scheme. It looks like an epic story and I can't wait to read it.
Heartless by Marissa Meyer
I've owned this book for years and I think it's about time I read it. I've heard it's an Alice in Wonderland retelling about the Queen of Hearts which intrigues me. I wasn't a huge fan of the Lunar Chronicles but I have a feeling I'm going to love this story.
The Diviners by Libba Bray
Like Heartless, this book has been on my shelf for years. The trilogy is finally all published so what is holding me back now? This story sounds right up my alley and I'm ready to be spooked. I hope I like it as much as everyone else.
The Raven Boys by Maggie Stiefvater
Same case as the previous two books, owned it for years and just finally want to get around to reading this book. I've mentioned reading The Raven Boys so many times now that I just need to finally do it so I don't have to talk about reading it anymore and hopefully start talking about how amazing it is.
Crystal Blade by Kathryn Purdie
I have such high expectations for this second installment of the Burning Glass trilogy since I enjoyed the first one so much. I felt so connected to the main character and I can't wait to dive back into this story. The writing style is phenomenal and the character development is amazing. Kathryn Purdie just might be one of my new favorite authors if I continue to like her books.
Little Women by Louisa May Alcott
I grew up watching Little Women and now I really want to read the book. I feel like it's just one of those books everyone needs to read at least once in their lifetime, but I'm hoping I like it.
The Archer King by Reyna T. Lorele
I picked up this book over the summer and have been excited about it ever since. I really want to get to it in 2020 because it just sounds so good. It's a Robin Hood retelling and I feel like 2020 is going to be the year of all the retellings.
The Last Song by Nicholas Sparks
I've liked the two books I've read by Nicholas Sparks and I know I'm going to love this one. The movie just pulls at my heartstrings and I expect the book to be just as good if not better. I will be prepared with a box of tissues and ready to cry my heart out.
The Dragonbone Chair by Tad Williams
I very recently bought this book from Barnes and Noble because it caught my eye and once I read the synopsis I was hooked. Don't ask me what it's about because I don't remember, all I know is I'm very excited to read this story. I've also never heard anybody talk about it which makes me very intrigued to read it for myself.
The Will of the Wanderer by Margaret Weis and Tracy Hickman
I found this book last year at a library sale at my library and have since collected the rest of the trilogy because I am sure that I'll love it.
The Passage by Justin Cronin
I don't remember a whole lot about what this book is about but I do know that I really want to read it hence why it has made it onto this list.
Resistance by Jennifer A. Nielsen
I loved The False Prince trilogy by Jennifer A. Nielsen and have been wanting to read more books by her ever since. This is a historical fiction novel and I think I'm going to love it. I hear it's not an easy read, but I'm so ready for it.
Where She Went by Gayle Forman
I read If I Stay years ago and just never got around to reading the sequel. Well, I think it's about time I got around to reading it. I need to know what happens.
Gone With the Wind by Margaret Mitchell
This book might be a bit ambitious to be putting on this list since it is over 1,000 pages, but if I at least start it next year I think I'll be happy with myself. I've always loved the plot from the movie and am excited to read the book hopefully next year. (Fingers crossed)
Queen Immortal by Kaci Morgan
I received this book from a local author over the summer and am so pumped to read it. All I know is it has to do with a queen. But can we just stop and admire the cover for a minute? It's beautiful.
The King's Trial by M.L. Farb
This book is by another author from my area. It just sounded too interesting not to pick up. I hope to read it in the early months of next year because I'm just that excited. I love supporting self-published authors, especially if their books are amazing. I hope this book meets my expectations.
Have you heard of or read any of these books? If so, what are your thoughts on them? I'd love to know. I really hope I'm able to complete this list next year. I'm genuinely excited for each and every one of these books.
Thanks for stopping by. Have a wonderful day.
~Abby
