Top Ten Tuesday is a weekly meme hosted by That Artsy Reader Girl.
This Week's Top Ten Tuesday Topic:
Favorite Feel-Good Reads
This week's topic is favorite "aw" moments in books but I'm broadening that and sharing some of my favorite feel-good reads. The low-angst, low-drama books that put a smile on your face. I actually had to dig deep for some of these because apparently I prefer books that break my heart and make me suffer. LOL
Have you read any of these books?
I am glad that you loved all of these here. I don't really read illustrated books, but I do want to read that Sarina Bowen though. Definitely will check that one out soon.
ReplyDeleteRenee - I'm surprised at how many illustrated covers there are on my list because I tend to avoid them like the plague. I know you're not supposed to judge a book by its cover, but illustrated covers are an instant turn-off for me. There is rarely anything about one that makes me think the book is for me. I'll be so glad when the trend goes away.
DeleteOh yes I am like that too. I think part of it is they are everywhere and the ones I have read weren't impressive and not the type of romance I go for ya know? And plus they tend to be so popular so I know the authors aren't struggling too much for readers haha And I know that saying but I totally judge a book by its cover. Yeah I will be happy when the trend goes away too.
DeleteI loved In a Holidaze and was pleasantly surprised by Well Met. Usually with books that have a lot of hype, I tend to dislike!
ReplyDeleteI find the same sometimes, but both of those were surprise hits for me. Glad they were for you, too!
DeleteWell you managed to come up with some that apparently didn't break your heart! :) I'm with you though, I seem to tend toward the grim and suffering as well but if they end up with a dash of hope or joy at the end, that does make me happy. :) - I agree with the earlier comments about book covers too - seeing that illustrated style makes me immediately think it's too cute and sweet for me.
ReplyDeleteTerrie @ Bookshelf Journeys
Same here, Terrie. I see an illustrated cover and I typically just pass on by. It's like an obvious "this book is not for you" sign. Too cute, too sweet, too light.
DeleteI prefer books that break my heart too LOL! But I love low angst books when I'm in the mood, especially holiday ones! Just like In a Holidaze, that perfect was so fabulous and just what I needed!
ReplyDeleteJen - Sometimes I need a low-angst books in between all the big emotional ones. Like a palate cleanser. lol
DeleteWhen in Rome! Good Boy! I love it! Those are comfort reads for me, too.
ReplyDeleteDeanna - To this day I am still bummed that we only got two books in the WAGs series.
DeleteHi Tanya! I haven't read any of these no... Is When in Rome the same as the movie one? I did love that movie!
ReplyDeleteWill take a closer look at these, I'm also up for a feel-good read.
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Mareli - No, the When in Rome book isn't tied to the When in Rome movie. But the main character is obsessed with the movie Roman Holiday so there is kind of a movie connection. :)
DeleteI loved Radio Silence by OSeman but haven't read that one. In A Holidaze looks fun ! :)
ReplyDeleteGreg - I haven't read anything by Oseman beyond the Heartstopper books but those have been wonderful.
DeleteAttachments had so many AWWW moments. Just Lincoln alone made my heart explode many times
ReplyDeleteSame here, Sam. I just loved Lincoln!
DeleteI have only read two of these but I think the rest of this list is on my tbr. Heidi's Guide was fun and I don't remember too much about Attachments.
ReplyDeleteCarole - It's been a looong time since Attachments! I wish Rowell would write more adult contemporaries.
DeleteI love all of the books you picked, especially Simon and Playing the Palace. It still annoys me that book doesn't get more love.
ReplyDeleteSuzanne - I so agree! I don't know why Playing the Palace didn't get more attention.
DeleteHeartstopper has been all over this topic, I may need to look into this one.
ReplyDeleteKel - The Heartstopper series is great!
DeleteI've read a few of these and totally agree they are feel good books. Great post, Tanya!
ReplyDeleteThanks Wendy! :)
DeleteThat's a great list of books! I enjoyed both Attachments and In A Holidaze.
ReplyDeleteThanks Lucy. Both of those were a lot of fun. :)
DeleteI've only read Well Met and I loved it.
ReplyDeleteBut I also love books that tear my heart out! lol
Alicia - LOL I can understand. I enjoy both, too.
DeleteI have read Simon Vs. and Playing the Palace. I'm like you though - give me some angst! LOL
ReplyDeleteLauren @ www.shootingstarsmag.net
I haven't read any of these books, but I have a few of them on my TBR list. I love a feel-good book!
ReplyDeleteI have read Well Met and Heartstopper but I'd also add The House in the Cerulean Sea!
ReplyDeleteI absolutely loved Well Met, and I just checked When in Rome out of the library. :D
ReplyDeleteLoved Josh & Hazel and In a Holidaze so much!
ReplyDeleteThese are my favorite kinds of books and Heartstopper, Simon, Josh & Hazel gave me those moments.
ReplyDeleteKaren @For What It's Worth
LOL!! Yes, I'm kind of the same as you I think. I haven't read any of these. I've been wanting to read Heartstopper though.. But something is stopping me from buying it everytime.
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