The Innocent Smiley: Top Ten Tuesday #39

Tuesday, January 13, 2015

Top Ten Tuesday #39

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Top Ten 2014 Releases I Meant To Read, Buuut Didn't

I ended up reading all 2013 releases instead though, so does that count for anything?

Dangerous Boys by Abigail Haas - I did read Dangerous Girls this year though, so I guess that does count for something. But yeah, because of that AMAZING story, I want to see what Dangerous Boys is about.

Words of Radiance by Brandon Sanderson - I didn't have the time to fit in another 1000 page read, even if it IS about Kaladin and Sarane (The Way of Kings), but I don't have the time for that! This year though, I will get to this.

Messenger of Fear by Michael Grant - I don't know why I really want to read this, except that it has to do with a messenger? I just think the topic and concept is cool.

Stolen Songbird by Danielle L. Jensen - Everyone was raving about it early last year and I just never got on the bandwagon because what did I know about blogging back then? (I still know nothing but that's okay). If I get the chance, maybe I'll pick it up this year.

Clariel by Garth Nix - I STILL NEED TO READ ABHORSEN, I AM DISAPPOINTED IN MYSELF.

The Winner's Curse by Marie Rutkoski - Just because The Winner's Crime is also coming out this year and I'm planning to buy it. I'm also buddy reading this with AMBER! And I think Holly as well but I've lost track.

The Deep End of the Sea by Heather Lyons - Also was supposed to read this but just never found it anywhere.

We Were Liars by E Lockhart - I really want to read this for myself because I've heard both good and bad and I don't know. I'm not that motivated, but I just want to see what everyone is talking about.

Talon by Julie Kagawa - I really wanted to read this before it came out. Now? Not so much. But that doesn't mean I won't pick it up from the library or something.

Apple and Rain by Sarah Crossan - Again, I really wanted to read this because of good things, but I'm getting less and less motivated. Ah well. One day it will happen.

What do you think? Are you being distracted too much by shiny, new 2015 releases? Because I am.

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Shannon @ ISAM 71p · 533 weeks ago

Dangerous Boys! That is one I forgot on my list, I need to read that one too. And Apple and Rain. If it helps, We Were Liars is a short book? I mean, I didn't love it, but it was short!

Also, I love how most of this list, you don't even really want to read anymore hahah. You make me chuckle, Val. Great list though, I do want to read quite a few of these myself!
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Abby · 533 weeks ago

I heard that The Deep End is quite angsty and emotional (+ greek gods!! omg gimme). I intended to read Dangerous Girls and Dangerous Boys last year, ugh, but I always forgot to find a copy. I heard nothing but good things about Haas' books. The Winner's Curse was an awesome read for me! Hope you get to read these soon! :D
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melanieymr 70p · 533 weeks ago

Reading all the 2013 releases totally makes up for missing the 2014 ones ;) We Were Liars, Dangerous Boys and Apple and Rain all got five stars from me and I love them all so dear. I hope you decide to read them soon, Val! xD

Great list <3 3
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anabutterfliesoftheimagination 57p · 533 weeks ago

I read We Were Liars, and it was so good. The style of the prose was so unique and it had such an unpredictable ending. I kind of felt a little bit distant from the characters, just because of the way the writing style was, but other than that, it was an awesome book. I hope you like it!
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jazmen · 533 weeks ago

I really wanted to read Apple and Rain. Totally part of my TBR is on here!

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allielittlebirdiebooks 75p · 533 weeks ago

We Were Liars must be read! Lockhart has such a simple, whimsical way of writing and OH THE TWISTS

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Erica · 533 weeks ago

Don't worry Val I haven't read these yet either!! Though they all seem very good! I am being distracted by the shiny, sparkling new books!! I think that a book is like a new car, love it, love it, that NEW CAR SMELL! All the old car versions are behind that amazing new car! Get my meaning? I love all these books (that I haven't read) and great post!
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kaylasanchez2 69p · 533 weeks ago

We Were Liars definitely deserves a read at least once, even just as a library book, but I wouldn’t say you have to RUSH to get to it.

But you MUST rush for The Winner’s Curse! It’s still a standout for me from last year, and the politics are so so intriguing. Plus - Arin <3 Be still my heart.
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mel1704 86p · 533 weeks ago

I am reading Dangerous boys at the moment and it's SO GOOD. I also lovelovelove Stolen Songbird. I definitely need to get started in Garth Nix series (and I MUST read something from Sanderson this year) Talon is on my reading list and I quite liked The winner's curse.

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iclaudy 36p · 533 weeks ago

We share a few in common: Stolen Songbird and Talon! I think I'm going to pick up Talon before Stolen Songbird though because I absolutely love dragons ha ha! Are you aiming to read any of these any time soon?

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afterwritten 30p · 533 weeks ago

Oh I completely forgot about The Winner's Curse haha. I bought a copy of that ages ago and haven't read it yet. Well...
I started reading it, but I got distracted.

I'm worried about Clariel, because reviews for that have been so mixed! ): But I will probably read it at some point anyway.

Yeah, We Were Liars... I don't know, it just really doesn't seem like my type of book anyway? I kept reading excerpts that people had posted from the book and it just didn't appeal to me.

The Stolen Songbird is on my list too! I have a copy of that as well. Just need to get round to it at some point...

But yeah, I'm too excited about 2015 releases so want to read other books right now. I just keep being like WHY AREN'T ALL THESE SHINY BOOKS OUT YET, I WANT TO READ THEM, while completely neglecting all the books I already own... T__T
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journeythroughfiction 50p · 533 weeks ago

Yep, you've summed up exactly how I feel about Talon! I still want to give it a chance, but I'm not as enthusiastic about it now. Plus, I've seen a few people mention they were disappointed with it... I really hope we both love it, though!

And Dangerous Boys! I really need to read that book! I read Dangerous Girls last month, and it's a really good book [even though I did figure out the killer very early on, unfortunately :( ] And We Were Liars! I actually own that book, I just need to actually remember to read it... LOL, that's why I prefer physical books - they don't get ignored as I can potential trip over them! Once they go on the iPad I forget they exist, lol! Hope you love them all when you read them, Val!
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aperfectioncalledbooks 76p · 533 weeks ago

Yes to the Winner's Curse SO MUCH. I really want to read Stolen Songbird too :D

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caitdrews 124p · 533 weeks ago

I've read 5 of these! YAY FOR ME. lol But seriously, if you caught up on the 2013 releases then you get a cookie. (Have you read Throne of Glass yet? *shifty eyes*)

We Were Liars and Messenger of Fear are AMAZING. Like both got 5-stars and some insane flailing from me...although maybe I flail about everything so that's not so special?! XD

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Erica · 533 weeks ago

I want to read many of these books as well! We Were Liars is also something I need to read, and all the others too! AHHH so many books I have yet to read! GAAAAA
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acps927 52p · 533 weeks ago

I borrowed We Were Liars from the library, so that might be the route to go. I ended up being more in the middle than most people. I'm just weird like that. Looking forward to hearing your thoughts on The Winner's Curse once you do read it!
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Katrina · 533 weeks ago

OH MY GOODNESS VAL READ STOLEN SONGBIRD! I'm so proud that I've actually read one that you haven't, forgive that little outburst. Normally you comment on my posts like 'I CAN'T BELIEVE YOU HAVEN'T READ THIS' haha! I love your other picks too, The Winner's Curse and The Deep End Of The Sea look great!

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readrunstudy 14p · 533 weeks ago

As a huge fan of the Abhorsen trilogy, I would definitely recommend giving it a try before you start Clariel. I really liked Clariel, but I think the other books give a stronger picture of the world. The Winner's Curse also made my list and Words of Radiance probably will be after I start that series.

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pabkins 66p · 533 weeks ago

I was able to read four of those. Words of Radiance, Stolen Songbird, Clariel, and The Winner's Curse. I think the only other one I want to read in that bunch of yours is Talon. I hope you're able to get to all of them this year!
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dvasso 64p · 533 weeks ago

Don't feel bad, I still need to read Garth Nix's series too!

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nabanreviews 63p · 533 weeks ago

A big yes to Dangerous Girls, Stolen Songbird and Apple and Rain. But seriously, it's so hard not to get distracted by all the shiny new releases. Anyway, I hope you enjoy reading whichever book you decide to read.

Lovely list! <3 3
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amengelhart 68p · 533 weeks ago

Stolen Songbird was great!! I LOVED it and totally can't wait for the next book (although I read a synopsis and it worries me...). And I did read The Deep End of The Sea, I think I bought an ebook version when it was cheap. I think I gave it a 3/5 -- it was good, but had too much "how will we be together?!" drama for me.

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hitormissbooksblog 54p · 533 weeks ago

We Were Liars - UGGGGGGH
The Deep End of the Sea - Nice but did not like the modernity of it
The Winner's Curse - SUPERB writing!!!
Stolen Songbird - wonderful and so original!
Talon - meh, very meh.
Dangerous Boys - Not as great as Dangerous Girls at all but nice enough

I want to read Apple and Rain too :D
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hitormissbooksblog 54p · 533 weeks ago

We Were Liars - UGGGGGGH
The Deep End of the Sea - Nice but did not like the modernity of it
The Winner's Curse - SUPERB writing!!!
Stolen Songbird - wonderful and so original!
Talon - meh, very meh.
Dangerous Boys - Not as great as Dangerous Girls at all but nice enough

I want to read Apple and Rain too :D
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Nobody@TheStoryGoes · 533 weeks ago

Shiny 2015 releases are way too distracting! The only from your list I've read is We Were Liars and I think it's probably one of those that the hype kind of almost ruins just a little bit?

Winners Curse and Stolen Songbird also made my list, but there's so many more too that I missed out on in 2014 and still need to read! I think my new goal in life is to get to the point where I can spend a whole year doing nothing but reading, then maybe I'll catch up on at least most the books! =)
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