The first thing that comes to mind when I
think about 2012 is the fact I read far less books than I wanted. I ventured in
to a new job at a kiddie daycare and while I love working it has taken a big
chunk out of my reading time. I can whine about it, which I have in Sunday’s
Brunch posts, but I have come to terms with it. Also my blogging has become so
erratic, it’s something I’ve(somewhat) come to terms with as well. I’ve always
said to others who dealt with the same situation; “It doesn’t matter that your
online life has changed, it’s the love for reading and books that truly
matters!” Yeah, that wisdom bit me in the ass in 2012, as I too had to accept a
change in my online life.
I’ve read thirty-five books in 2012 and I
have re-read on occasion.
I’ll give you my top ten in random order:
Kele Moon – Defying The Odds ****. I *love*
the characters and romance that Kele Moon writes. Emotional depth and great
storylines are just about synonym with this author!
Sylvia Day – Reflected in You *****. The
Crossfire trilogy wow-ed me so far with emotional turmoil, flawed characters
and sex play. The stamina of Gideon is not of this world, I tell ya. The
energizer bunny has nothing on him!!
Kresley Cole – Poison Princess ****1/2. The
world building, Lore and character Kresley breathes to life is awesome. I’m
completely absorbed by her storytelling gift! While my body is here on earth my
mind travels into her world for a fantastic adventure.
Joey W Hill – Bound By The Vampire Queen ****1/2.
Ever since I discovered this author she has made my top 10/20 lists with one or
more books. Her imagination, her layered characters and profound emotions allow
me completely connect with her characters.
Tiffany Reisz – The Angel *****. I already
mentioned it in one of my reviews that 2012 is the year of Tiffany reisz.
Absolutely fell head over heels for her voice and characters. She brings
erotica to a whole new level with Nora, Søren and Kingsley.
Carrie Lofty – A Little More Scandal ****1/2.
I’ve also read more historical romances in 2012 and this author is one of the
reasons. She gave me romance with a capital R.
Kristin Callihan – Firelight ****1/2.
Another surprise I found in 2012. I picked up Firelight because of the blurb
and was blown away. The storyline surprised the hell out of me and I instantly
loved the characters. I want to re-read it every time I talk about this novel.
T.J. Klune – Bear, Otter and the Kid
****1/2. I know there has been much controversy around this novel. When
Dreamspinner Press offered this novel for free on their website I picked it up.
I read it and loved it. I also watched the movie; Shelter of which T.J. Klune
supposedly based allot of his novel on. I have to concur that movie and book
have a lot of similarities but while Shelter didn’t impress me one bit I loved
Bear, Otter and the Kid.
J.P. Barnaby – Aaron ****. I love J.P.
Barnaby for the fact she is able to let her characters endure some of the most atrocious
acts known to mankind but make it all about the healing power of love. Aaron
grabbed me, made me cry and made me believe in the resilience of the
characters. I hope we get more of him in 2013.
Laura Wright – Eternal Captive *****. I’ve
been absorbed in this series from book one, Eternal Hunger but it was Eternal
Captive which emotionally resonated with me on a very intense level. Can’t wait
where she’s going to take the overall story arc!
Personally if I never see anything
regarding the Fifty phenomenon I’ll be a happy me. We, in the Netherlands, also
had to endure a Fifty movie month on a local network and a sort of documentary
where Dutch celebrities read from the book(s) and discussed the Fifty phenomenon.
I did get a good LOL moment where a cabaret performer named; Guido Weijers read
a part from Fifty and did it in such a way that my sis and I laughed so hard and
so long we had belly aches!
2012 was also the year I battled and most
important, concurred Mono. The company doctor put me on a tight leash and
ordered lots of rest. Which I didn’t get in my LoveLetter Convention weekend.
But of the fun we had. In the fall of last year I also got my contract renewed,
not for as much hours as the first one but I was happy. These days any kind of work
contract in the children’s daycare field is a miracle. The economy isn’t doing
well and we’re all getting slapped by it :(
With my x-mas bonus I bought an Ipad 2,
thanks to Janna I could afford one! *smooch* Thanks hon!!
2012 was an exciting year and I look forward
to what 2013 may bring me. I wasn’t happy when I heard that Sylvia Day’s
release of Entwined With You is pushed back to May 2013. But hey, a few more
months until Lover At Last. I also look forward to Kristen Callihan’s
Winterblaze and various more releases from authors I love.
2013 is also the year for my second
LoveLetter convention where I have to give brownies to the crew there. Cause
Delilah Marvelle from my list is coming YAY!
What are you looking forward to in 2013?
I had the opportunity to meet Joey at AADNOLA this past year and I really want to read her Vampire series. It looks fabulous!
ReplyDeleteI am looking forward to LOVER AT LAST more than anything this year... QHUAY!!
Here is to a healthy 2013!!
May 2013 bring more great books and way fewer nasty germs.
ReplyDeleteYeah, enough with the 50 shades already. Although hearing Gilbert Gottfried read it is so funny and disturbing. LOL
Great list :D I wanna read some of those.
ReplyDeleteAs for 50...big SIGH
Happy New Year to you as well Leontine. I hope 2013 brings you a bit more great books to enjoy. And of course we are looking forward to Berlin LLC 2013! Save a brownie for me please ;)
ReplyDeleteNice picks!
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ReplyDeleteGreat mix of books for 2012, I also loved 'The Original Sinners' series by Tiffany Reisz and 'The Crossfire Series' by Sylvia Day.
I'll have to add the other ones you've recommended to my 'To Be Read' pile!
Thanks
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Hey Mama:)) Laura Wright here. Thanks for putting Luca in with your faves! He appreciates it. Well, no he doesn't. But that's part of his charm, right? :))
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