Top 17 Books to Read in 2017!

My Reading List: 17 Books I Want to Read in 2017

I've been wanting to read "Americana" by Kate Elliott for a while now, and since it's the one book I own, I thought it would be a good starting point. The book focuses on relationships, both romantic and platonic, which I'm excited to dive into because all I've heard are fantastic things about her writing.

The next book on my list is "The Weight of Feathers" by Anna-Marie McLemore. This is a YA fantasy novel that's been compared to "The Night Circus" countless times, which is exactly why I want to read it. From what I understand, the story follows two families who are both traveling performers and have a rivalry between them. A girl from one family and a boy from another end up meeting and falling in love, but they have to navigate the conflict between their rivaling families. The premise sounds like a retelling of Romeo and Juliet, although it's not explicitly stated. I've heard fantastic reviews from people I trust, and if it's anything like "The Night Circus," I'll absolutely adore it.

My next priority is reading more books by Patrick Ness. I own three of his other books, including "A Monster Calls," which I adored last year. I've been meaning to pick up more of his work, but somehow, I haven't gotten around to it yet. This year, I'm making a point to read more Patrick Ness because I adore his writing and storytelling. His books have a way of captivating me, and I need more of them in my life.

The next book on my list is "Slate House" by David Mitchell. Although I've already started reading this one, I'm really loving it so far. The story is unique because it's kind of like a novel with multiple narratives that all tie into each other. Each chapter offers a different perspective from a character who lives in Slate House, which is supposedly haunted. The writing is exquisite, and the story itself is incredibly compelling. I'm hoping to finish it soon because I have a feeling it's going to be a favorite.

Next up is "Jane Eyre" by Charlotte Brontë. As much as I love "Wuthering Heights" by Emily Brontë, which is one of my all-time favorites and possibly even my all-time favorite classic, I've never read anything else written by the Brontë sisters. This year, I'm making a point to catch up on their works, starting with "Jane Eyre." I've heard great things about this book, and I'm excited to see what I think of it.

Finally, there's "Jane Steel" by Lindsay Fairstein. What makes this book interesting is that it's essentially a retelling or satirical version of "Jane Eyre," but with a twist: the main character, Jane Steel, is a serial killer. I've heard fantastic reviews about this book, and I'm excited to read it after finishing "Jane Eyre." I also have plans for a potential buddy read with one of my friends, which adds to the excitement.