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Books I Have Read in '09...So far
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The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe (Chronicles of Narnia)The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe (Chronicles of Narnia) by C. S. Lewis
Buy used from: $1.65
Marley & Me: Life and Love with the World's Worst DogMarley & Me: Life and Love with the World's Worst Dog by John Grogan
Buy new: $7.99 / Used from: $0.01
This book is heartbreaking.
WatchmenWatchmen by Alan Moore
Buy new: $13.59 / Used from: $6.99
I am not usually into graphic novels, but this is just brilliant. I recommend it to everyone....well, adults anyway.
Revolutionary Road (Movie Tie-in Edition) (Vintage Contemporaries)Revolutionary Road (Movie Tie-in Edition) (Vintage Contemporaries) by Richard Yates
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Complex, compelling, and heartbreaking.
Towelhead: A NovelTowelhead: A Novel by Alicia Erian
Buy new: $10.26 / Used from: $0.01
Edgy and very sexual
Living Dead in Dallas (Southern Vampire Mysteries, Book 2)Living Dead in Dallas (Southern Vampire Mysteries, Book 2) by Charlaine Harris
Buy new: $7.99 / Used from: $1.50
Club Dead (Southern Vampire Mysteries, Book 3)Club Dead (Southern Vampire Mysteries, Book 3) by Charlaine Harris
Buy new: $7.99 / Used from: $1.55
Save Karyn: One Shopaholic's Journey to Debt and BackSave Karyn: One Shopaholic's Journey to Debt and Back by Karyn Bosnak
Buy new: $10.04 / Used from: $0.01
This is hilarious and smart.
Dead to the World (Southern Vampire Mysteries, Book 4)Dead to the World (Southern Vampire Mysteries, Book 4) by Charlaine Harris
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Water for Elephants: A NovelWater for Elephants: A Novel by Sara Gruen
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This is the best book that I have read this year. Hands down. It is insightful, gritty, and hopeful.
Dead as a Doornail (Southern Vampire Mysteries, Book 5)Dead as a Doornail (Southern Vampire Mysteries, Book 5) by Charlaine Harris
Buy new: $7.99 / Used from: $1.40
The Reader (Movie Tie-in Edition) (Vintage International)The Reader (Movie Tie-in Edition) (Vintage International) by Bernhard Schlink
Buy new: $7.99 / Used from: $0.01
Definitely Dead (Southern Vampire Mysteries, Book 6)Definitely Dead (Southern Vampire Mysteries, Book 6) by Charlaine Harris
Buy new: $7.99 / Used from: $1.79
All Together Dead (Southern Vampire Mysteries, Book 7)All Together Dead (Southern Vampire Mysteries, Book 7) by Charlaine Harris
Buy new: $16.47 / Used from: $6.18
From Dead to Worse (Southern Vampire Mysteries, Book 8)From Dead to Worse (Southern Vampire Mysteries, Book 8) by Charlaine Harris
Buy new: $16.47 / Used from: $3.74
Love the One You're WithLove the One You're With by Emily Giffin
Buy new: $10.04 / Used from: $2.15
I loved Something Borrowed and Something Blue. This one wasn't quite as good as those, but it was still an enjoyable read.
Second ChanceSecond Chance by Jane Green
Buy new: $10.20 / Used from: $0.01
Very good book!
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (Book 1)Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (Book 1) by J.K. Rowling
Buy new: $14.61 / Used from: $1.00
Of course, this book was great.
Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (Book 2)Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (Book 2) by J. K. Rowling
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Awesome.
Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (Book 3)Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (Book 3) by J. K. Rowling
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Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (Book 4)Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (Book 4) by J. K. Rowling
Buy new: $9.35 / Used from: $0.44
The Time Traveler's WifeThe Time Traveler's Wife by Audrey Niffenegger
Buy new: $8.52 / Used from: $3.14
I honestly cannot think of the words to describe how much I loved this book. It has easily become one of my favorite books of all time. It is bittersweet and heartbreaking. Hauntingly heartbreaking; it effected me for days after I was finished. I recommend this to everyone!
The Debutante DivorceeThe Debutante Divorcee by Plum Sykes
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This book was okay. I finished it in about five hours time. None of the characters were really very likeable.
HARRY POTTER And The ORDER Of The PHOENIX.HARRY POTTER And The ORDER Of The PHOENIX. by J.K. Rowling
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One of my favorites in this series.
Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (Book 6)Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (Book 6) by J.K. Rowling
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I would say that this one was maybe might least favorite in the series. It was alittle slower than the others. Obviously, it was still a good read.
The Vampire Diaries: The Awakening and The StruggleThe Vampire Diaries: The Awakening and The Struggle by L. J. Smith
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I had a hard time getting into this one. I think that I was wanting it to be like Twilight, and it is not. That's okay, though. I liked it more and more once I read it for what it was.
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows (Book 7)Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows (Book 7) by J.K. Rowling
Buy new: $10.19 / Used from: $8.99
An amazing end to an amazing series. J.K. Rowling nailed it. I am heartbroken that this series is over.
Sloppy Firsts: A Jessica Darling NovelSloppy Firsts: A Jessica Darling Novel by Megan McCafferty
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This book surprised me with its depth. I expected a fluffy teen read and it is the opposite.
Second Helpings: A Jessica Darling NovelSecond Helpings: A Jessica Darling Novel by Megan McCafferty
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I liked this one the best out the Jessica Darling series. "You. Yes. You." Are you kidding me? Awesome.
Charmed Thirds: A Jessica Darling NovelCharmed Thirds: A Jessica Darling Novel by Megan McCafferty
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As Jessica grows up, the books get smarter. I really enoyed this one.
Dead and Gone (Sookie Stackhouse, Book 9)Dead and Gone (Sookie Stackhouse, Book 9) by Charlaine Harris
Buy new: $14.97 / Used from: $9.95
Bitter is the New Black : Confessions of a Condescending, Egomaniacal, Self-Centered Smartass,Or, Why You Should Never Carry A Prada Bag to the Unemployment OfficeBitter is the New Black : Confessions of a Condescending, Egomaniacal, Self-Centered Smartass,Or, Why You Should Never Carry A Prada Bag to the Unemployment Office by Jen Lancaster
Buy new: $9.75 / Used from: $3.83
This was pretty good. It did drag on a little bit in places. I still plan to read her other two books.
DopeDope by Sara Gran
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The Last Summer (of You and Me)The Last Summer (of You and Me) by Ann Brashares
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This book took awhile for me to get into. It is a little slow in the beginning. Overall, it is pretty good book and it is worth it if you can power through the slow parts in the beginning.
The Bell JarThe Bell Jar by Sylvia Plath
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Beautifully written. Very sad.
Remember Me?: A NovelRemember Me?: A Novel by Sophie Kinsella
Buy new: $7.99 / Used from: $0.91
I loved this book. It was funny and clever. I was not a fan of the Shopoholic series, but I decided to give Sophie another try. I am so glad I did. This was very very good!