I had such a good year in 2019 releases reading! I want to say thank you to all of the publishers and authors that gave me an ARC to review! (Not all of these were read as ARCs) Here are my Top 5 2019 Releases!
I read a total of 18 2019 Releases! It might not seem like a lot, but when I have so many backlist reads that I was trying to focus on, I think its a great number. There were many 2019 releases I was not able to get to so look for a 2019 releases TBR coming soon!
In no particular order!
Top 5 2019 Releases
Rules For Vanishing by Kate ALice MArshall
” Don’t leave the road.
When it’s dark, don’t let go.
There are other roads. Don’t follow them.”
A creepy horror story told through interviews, written statements and video documentation in which lead you down the wrong path continuously due to unreliable narrators.
I do not want to say much because you really want to go into this book with as little information as possible. This book had me screaming at it like I do with horror films, telling the characters not to go through that door or trust that person. There were twists and turns all over the place and you never really know what is true and what is not. When I thought I had it all figured out I was proven wrong, right up to the last page.
The Storm Crow by Kalyn Josephson
“You were always meant to rule the sky”
Josephson does not shy away from action, sass and covering a topic in my opinion consumes many teens, but is really talked about. The Storm Crow starts right off with the action and throws you right into the political intrigue and drama.
I thought this was a unique and fun fantasy story, it showed all types of fierce female character representation and the world was so creative. I thought there was a lot more focus on characters than in typically fantasy, but I enjoyed the banter, sharp tongues and diverse representation. There were many twists and some unexpected moments. The book also leaves you on a big cliff hanger that had me throwing the book across the room because I needed to know what happened next. I believe this book is perfect for fans of Tamora Pierce and Rae Carson.
Wild and Crooked by Leah Thomas
” I wasn’t wrong to think our lives the story. I was simply wrong about which genre we belong to.”
Thought to be destined as the sidekick, outcast and disabled kid, Gus never envisioned himself to be anything more. In this heartwarming book about accepting yourself and not letting anyone make you feel like you aren’t good enough or capable of more, Wild and Crooked focuses on those kids on the outer edges of the high school crowd. Thomas created a book that highlighted the underrated characters with some great representation and platonic relationships!
Stain by A.G Howard
” It was power you sought. And as a woman, yours is already immeasurable.”
In a world where the moon and the sun were strangers, the fate of two kingdoms sits on the shoulders of a princess and prince who do not quite fit in with those around them. This “Princess and the Pea” inspired fairy tale really is a unique story all of its own with an unexpected twist and tale much different than one might presume. In true fashion, A.G Howard takes an element of inspiration from another work and makes something so magical, atmospheric, imaginative and completely extraordinary.
Let Me Hear A Rhyme by Tiffany D Jackson
” You shouldn’t have to be famous first for brothas and sistas to recognize your shine”
If you were born in the 90s then this book is going to speak to you! Jackson did a fantastic job creating a story that is relevant and relatable to this day and age, but has the influence and references from the 90s. This book is heavily layered with 90s hip hop references and the brings a sense of nostalgia to being a kid growing up in this decade.
Honorable Mentions
What were your favorite 2019 Releases? Did you read any of my Top 5 2019 Releases?
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