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Books I Read in 2005 Pt. 1
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The Crystal Shard: The Icewind Dale Trilogy, Part 1 (Forgotten Realms: The Legend of Drizzt, Book IV) (Bk. 4)The Crystal Shard: The Icewind Dale Trilogy, Part 1 (Forgotten Realms: The Legend of Drizzt, Book IV) (Bk. 4) by R.A. Salvatore
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1 - A good book for this series but I liked the Underdark Trilogy better. I still need to finish this trilogy (as of 2009. OWN - MM
The Bad Beginning (A Series of Unfortunate Events, Book 1)The Bad Beginning (A Series of Unfortunate Events, Book 1) by Lemony Snicket
Buy new: $9.35 / Used from: $0.01
3 - A cute book that's dark but still fun. I feel bad for the Beaudelaire orphans but they're so crafty, I think they'll be fine. OWN - HC
Shadowland (The Mediator, Book 1)Shadowland (The Mediator, Book 1) by Meg Cabot
Buy new: $7.99 / Used from: $0.01
4 - I actually read Book Five first in 2004 because it wasn't labeled as part of a series, but it was really good so when I discovered that it was part of a series I picked up the first. I really liked this book and Jesse the Ghost is hot. =D OWN - MM
Dragonsong (The Harper Hall Triology)Dragonsong (The Harper Hall Triology) by Anne McCaffrey
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5 - First Anne McAffrey book I've read. It's really good and I like all the little dragon lore. Plus they're really cute. OWN - MM
Dragonsinger (The Harper Hall Triology)Dragonsinger (The Harper Hall Triology) by Anne McCaffrey
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6 - See Dragonsong. OWN - MM
Dragondrums (The Harper Hall Trilogy)Dragondrums (The Harper Hall Trilogy) by Anne McCaffrey
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7 - I don't like it when Trilogies change main characters in different books (See Abhorsen Trilogy). I didn't like the main character in this one quite as much as in the previous books but the story was still good. OWN - MM
The Arctic Incident (Artemis Fowl, Book 2)The Arctic Incident (Artemis Fowl, Book 2) by Eoin Colfer
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8 - Not as good as the first but I love Artemis. He's such a cool little genius. OWN - MM
Elegy for a Lost Star (The Symphony of Ages)Elegy for a Lost Star (The Symphony of Ages) by Elizabeth Haydon
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9 - Elizabeth Haydon's Symphony Series is one of my favorite fantasies out there. While not as good as the first three, it was still exciting. Man I love Achmed. <3 OWN - HC
Dragonflight (Dragonriders of Pern)Dragonflight (Dragonriders of Pern) by Anne McCaffrey
Buy new: $11.16 / Used from: $5.56
10 - Another good book this time about big dragons. =D I liked this book. The story was well done and I like the main character. OWN - MM
The Wish ListThe Wish List by Eoin Colfer
Buy new: $6.99 / Used from: $0.01
11 - Found this at the library and picked it up since I like Artemis Fowl. Not as good as the Artemis Fowl series but was good for a quick read to last one sitting. OWN - not sure
CatalystCatalyst by Laurie Halse Anderson
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12 - I read Speak in 2004 and loved it so I picked this up in the library when I saw it. Laurie Halse Anderson has a way with words, she really drew me into the story of these people and made me feel like it could be me. I liked Speak better but what can you do? *Need to Buy
Mister Monday (Keys to the Kingdom, Book 1)Mister Monday (Keys to the Kingdom, Book 1) by Garth Nix
Buy new: $6.99 / Used from: $0.01
13 - This book started an obsession. I absolutley love the creativity put into this world Nix made! I can't wait for the series to finish! Favorite characters: Arthur, Suzy Turqoise Blue *Not sure
Sorcerers of the Nightwing: Book 1: The Ravenscliff SeriesSorcerers of the Nightwing: Book 1: The Ravenscliff Series by Geoffrey Huntington
Buy used from: $1.41
14 - Found in the library. It was very dark but still very good. I need to read the rest of this series. *Not sure
Grim Tuesday (Keys to the Kingdom, Book 2)Grim Tuesday (Keys to the Kingdom, Book 2) by Garth Nix
Buy new: $13.49 / Used from: $10.00
15 - Love, love, loved it! I love this series and Tuesday was a cool bad guy. The world still amazes me. OWN - Not sure
Key of LightKey of Light by Nora Roberts
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16 - My second ever romance novel (Three Fates by Nora Roberts was my first) and I really enjoyed it. I think it was the bit of magic that drove the backgrounf plot but Robert's characters in this trilogy are wonderful. *Need to buy
Key of KnowledgeKey of Knowledge by Nora Roberts
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17 - Another good story for this trilogy. I liked the character in this one better than the first. *Need to buy
Key of ValorKey of Valor by Nora Roberts
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18 - The final book in the trilogy and it wrapped it up really well. I remember this book the most out of the three (four years later). OWN - MM
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the GalaxyThe Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams
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19 - Funny and classic. No one can hold a candle to Douglas Adams with this series. The characters are fantastic and the story and setting is just ridiculously hilarious! The movie was also good. =D OWN - HC Ultimate Collection
The Restaurant at the End of the UniverseThe Restaurant at the End of the Universe by Douglas Adams
Buy new: $11.20 / Used from: $3.23
20 - This book was jsut as funny as the last! And as for the restaurant in question? Yes! I laughed so hard through this whole thing. Poor Marvin. OWN - HC Ultimate Collection
The Reptile Room - Book 2 of A Series of Unfortunate EventsThe Reptile Room - Book 2 of A Series of Unfortunate Events by Lemony Snicket
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21 - Cute and about the same as the first. Poor Baudelaires. T.T OWN - HC
Ninth Key (The Mediator, Book 2)Ninth Key (The Mediator, Book 2) by Meg Cabot
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22 - Such a good series especially for teen readers. OWN - MM
Nora Roberts Born Trilogy: Born in Fire, Born in Ice, Born in Shame (Born In Trilogy)Nora Roberts Born Trilogy: Born in Fire, Born in Ice, Born in Shame (Born In Trilogy) by Nora Roberts
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23 - A very good trilogy by Nora Roberts. I loved all the characters and read the entire trilogy in a day. *Need to buy
The Da Vinci CodeThe Da Vinci Code by Dan Brown
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24 - I read this because I wanted to know what all the hubbub was about. I was impressed and found the story to be intriguing. I jsut wish people didn't take things so seriously, I mean, it's in the fiction section people, of course it's not true! *Not sure
We Thought You Would Be Prettier: True Tales of the Dorkiest Girl AliveWe Thought You Would Be Prettier: True Tales of the Dorkiest Girl Alive by Laurie Notaro
Buy new: $9.32 / Used from: $0.89
25 - The title got me to pick this up. Out of the humour section, Laurie Notaro made me laugh at an almost constant rate! The sad part is, these stories are supposed to be true! OWN - TP
Through the Looking-Glass (Dover Thrift Editions)Through the Looking-Glass (Dover Thrift Editions) by Lewis Carroll
Buy new: $2.00 / Used from: $0.01
26 - The sequel to the Classic Alice's Adventures in Wonderland was good but I feel the first one had more charm. Don't get me wrong though, it was still good. Plus the Dover editions are super cheap. =D OWN - TP
Goddess of Spring (Goddess Summoning, Book 2)Goddess of Spring (Goddess Summoning, Book 2) by P. C. Cast
Buy new: $10.20 / Used from: $3.99
27 - A different take on the story of Hades and Persephonne (except kind of modern. Hades is super hot too. <3 OWN - MM
The Idiot Girls' Action-Adventure Club: True Tales from a Magnificent and Clumsy LifeThe Idiot Girls' Action-Adventure Club: True Tales from a Magnificent and Clumsy Life by Laurie Notaro
Buy new: $10.08 / Used from: $0.01
28 - The title says everything. Laurie Notaro is jsut too funny! OWN - TP
Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (Book 6)Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (Book 6) by J.K. Rowling
Buy new: $9.35 / Used from: $1.98
29 - Wow. But that can be said about all of the Harry Potter books can't it. This book introduces a MAJOR twist in the story and gets you riled up and ready for the final book! Was it really this long ago that this book came out? OWN - HC
Reunion (The Mediator, Book 3)Reunion (The Mediator, Book 3) by Meg Cabot
Buy new: $7.99 / Used from: $1.87
30 - A continuation of the Mediator series though it's been so long I can't remember the exact plot that drove this one. Again, great series, especially for a teen girl. OWN - MM
The Supernaturalist (Golden Duck Awards. Eleanor Cameron Award for Middle Grades (Awards))The Supernaturalist (Golden Duck Awards. Eleanor Cameron Award for Middle Grades (Awards)) by Eoin Colfer
Buy new: $6.78 / Used from: $1.99
31 - This was a good book with an interesting story. I liked it better than the Wish List and think I actually cried at some point. OWN - TP
Autobiography of a Fat Bride: True Tales of a Pretend AdulthoodAutobiography of a Fat Bride: True Tales of a Pretend Adulthood by Laurie Notaro
Buy new: $10.04 / Used from: $0.01
32 - Laurie Notaro never fails. Her stories make my ribs hurt. OWN - TP
The Waste Lands (The Dark Tower, Book 3)The Waste Lands (The Dark Tower, Book 3) by Stephen King
Buy new: $7.99 / Used from: $1.48
33 - Slow starting but a really good book. Way better than book two but not quite as good as book one. This is why I love Stephen King despite all the books I don't like by him. OWN - TP w/ art
Darkest Hour (The Mediator, Book 4)Darkest Hour (The Mediator, Book 4) by Meg Cabot
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34 - See books 1-3 OWN - MM
The Mediator #6: TwilightThe Mediator #6: Twilight by Meg Cabot
Buy new: $7.99 / Used from: $1.37
36 - A good and satisfying ending to the series! I love Jesse. I'd recommennd this series to a teen girl, or someone who doesn't mind teen books. OWN - HC
Blind Curve (Warner Forever)Blind Curve (Warner Forever) by Annie Solomon
Buy new: $17.94 / Used from: $0.01
37 - Spur of the moment book someone just lent to me so I read it. It was alright. Not one of the best books I've ever read but it wasn't a waste of time either. OWN - MM
Guilty Pleasures (Anita Blake, Vampire Hunter)Guilty Pleasures (Anita Blake, Vampire Hunter) by Laurell K. Hamilton
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38 - Picked this up because it was recommended too me and I fell in love. Anita Blake is a hardass but she's still loveable. Jean Claude and Edward are super yummy. *Not sure
The Perfect ManThe Perfect Man by Jenny Markas
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39 - I read it because it was free. I was short and cute and I've only seen a scene or two from the movie. A quick read, about and hour or two. OWN - Strip TP
What Do You Say To A Naked Elf?What Do You Say To A Naked Elf? by Cheryl Sterling
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40 - I picked this up because of the title. I mean, why wouldn't you want to read a book with this name? Unfortunatly it wasn't as good as I was hoping for. It was cute but cliched in so many places. OWN - Strip MM