I’m a big fan of reading. That sensation of getting swept up in an epic story is a feeling I chase again and again. This year I’ve enjoyed some truly exceptional books. Here are the 19 best books I have read this year and won’t stop recommending.
Best Books I Have Read This Year
When in Rome by Sarah Adams
Other Birds by Sarah Addison Allen
The Beach Trap by Ali Brady
The Bodyguard by Katherine Center
The Wedding Veil by Kristy Woodson Harvey
Book Lovers by Emily Henry
The Veteran’s Vow by Jill Lynn
I Guess I Haven’t Learned That Yet by Shauna Niequist
The Lady’s Mine by Francine Rivers
The Unsinkable Greta James by Jennifer E. Smith
Best Audiobooks I Have Listened to This Year
If you’re looking for some great audiobooks, here are the best ones I’ve listened to. Last night I finished The Measure and it is incredible! A book with characters I’ll be thinking about for a long time.
No Cure for Being Human by Kate Bowler
The Measure by Nikki Erlick
The Hotel Nantucket by Elin Hilderbrand
Duke, Actually by Jenny Holiday
Nora Goes Off Script by Annabel Monaghan
Let it Snow by Michelle Stimpson
Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt
Sunburst by Susan May Warren (the entire series is an epic page-turning adventure! I highly recommend reading or listening to all 3 books)
Thank You for Listening by Julia Whelan
Final Thoughts on the Best Books I Have Read This Year
I’m sharing an honorable mention because even though I haven’t finished yet, the writing is fantastic! The concept is thought-provoking, and as a mother and a working creative, the subject matter is relatable. I’m so grateful for my friends at Sorta Awesome who recommended this one.
This Is Not a Book About Benedict Cumberbatch by Tabitha Carvan
Also, I can’t create this post and not include Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin. It is also living up to the hype, but I refuse to rush just so I can say I finished it before the end of the year. It’s a beautifully written novel and I’ll savor every chapter.
These are just a few of the many great books I’ve read this year. If you’re looking for something new to read, I highly recommend adding any of these titles to your 2023 to-be-read list. I’m pleasantly surprised and a little proud of myself for embracing magical realism and animal fiction. Who knew that books about strings, birds and an octopus would add so much enjoyment to my reading life?
Sharing my favorite books and offering recommendations is one of the most delightful parts of marking the end of the year. My favorite books of 2021 are listed here. If you’d like to read in-depth reviews of any of the books I’ve read, I’d love for you to follow me on Goodreads.
This year I also created a quiz designed especially for readers. It’s fun and short and the results include…you guessed it…more book recs. Take the quiz and find out what type of book lover you are.
Thank you so much for taking the time to read my list. What’s the best book you’ve read in 2022? Leave a comment and let me know. I’m always looking for recommendations.
*The boring fine print: Please note that I received complimentary copies of some titles included in this blog post. Also, if you purchase anything on Amazon via the links I’ve included, I might receive a small commission.
