While stuck in the house, there are only truly so many hours you can spend in the great online world without getting bored or feeling completely lazy. So, we often turn to books. Now, before our province went into quarantine we were able to snag a couple of books from the library, purchase a series from Indigo and get a load of free books from a friend.
During these crazy times, we're thankful to have a huge pile of books we can occupy ourselves with, and hopefully these books can take your mind of off it too.
1. The Chaos Walking Series by Patrick Ness
This series is absolutely MIND-BLOWING. It ranks as one of my favourite dystopian series, and that's saying something. The plot is character driven and the voice is so unique, I binged this trilogy.
2. 90 Days of Different by Eric Walters
With this book, Eric Walters delivered a sweet contemporary book about self-discover and self change. The main character was complex with many layers, and also quite likable.
3. Wildwood: Book one by Colin Meloy
The first book in this high-fantasy series was absolutely amazing. The lyrical and fantastical writing style emitted a sense of suspense that kept me awake. And the main story overall was so wonderfully crafted, with each chapter ending on a cliff-hanger, I couldn't put the book down.
4. Loser by Jerry Spinelli
Jerry Spinelli delivered a contemporary middle-grade book where the word Loser had a whole other definition. The dialogue and unique character had me cracking up. This sweet novel was perfect for to read in one sitting.
5. Wonder Woman by Leigh Bardugo
Wow... this book was a great one. This was a DC icon retell and the way Bardugo wrote had me flipping the pages at furious speeds. The personalities were so diverse and unique and the plot was infused with twists and turns.
6. The Witches by Roald Dahl
The Witches brought me straight back to my childhood! The simplicity of this book is what made it so fun to read. The nonchalant remarks and comments as well as the determined characters made it a book that readers of all ages can enjoy.
7. The Willoughbys by Lois Lowry
Looking for a dark-humour read? Then this is what you're looking for. This book reminded me much of Daniel Handler's (Lemony Snicket) writing style with dark themes masked to make an interesting children's book. The plot was filled with adventure, and overall a fun read.