As the year comes to a close, it becomes clear that there have been so many amazing reads I've picked up in 2014. To celebrate some of my favourite books, in this feature I'll be sharing my best picks from various genres.To fit in with this year's theme, each book will have a description of 14 words. Today I'll be sharing some novels from Australian authors that I loved:
The Intern by Gabrielle Tozer
Josie Browning’s adventures are both
hilarious and fun to read about in this series.
Walking On Trampolines by Frances Whiting
This shows how friendships can last a lifetime, leaving an impact on our lives.
Hate Is Such A Strong Word by Sarah Ayoub
A book with a character that challenges
cultural stereotypes and stands up for herself.
Cooper Bartholomew is Dead by Rebecca James
A gripping psychological thriller where one
death holds more than what meets the eye.
Masquerade by Kylie Fornasier
Kylie Fornasier has captured the mystery,
intrigue and opulence of Venice in the 1750's.
Razorhurst by Justine Larbalestier
This doesn't shy away from the mob warfare
and criminal undercurrents of the time.
The Accident by Kate Hendrick
Unique insight into a tragedy and how it
has an impact on everyone involved.
The Road to Gundagai by Jackie French
As I've said before, Jackie French never
ceases to impress with everything she writes.
Disruption by Jessica Shirvington
The shiny cover is only a glimpse at the
amazing story the pages hold.
As Stars Fall by Christie Nieman
YA fiction with a strong environmental
focus, bird symbolism and three very different characters.
What are some of your favourite Aussie books you've read in 2014?
Oooh, how intriguing. I've got a similar post tomorrow for Top Ten Tuesday, but we've only got two the same! The Intern and Disruption :) I'll definitely have to put these all on the TBR :)
ReplyDeleteThose two are a couple of my absolute favourites of the year, but yes - I'd definitely recommend the others as well! :)
DeleteDEFINITELY MASQUERADE AND DISRUPTION!!!!! OMG I LOVED THOSE BOOKS!!!
ReplyDeleteActually I still need to read Corruption...
CORRUPTION IS SO GOOD! Seriously, if you loved Disruption, Corruption will blow your mind with its awesomness.
DeleteI haven't heard of any of these besides Disruption! My Australian co-blogger would be so ashamed :P I'm really liking the sound of Masquerade and Walking on Trampolines!
ReplyDeleteHope you get to check those ones out sometime Alise - they're both really good reads in their own genres!
DeleteIt's been an incredible year for Aussie authors hasn't it, Jessica Shirvington makes my list too (have one going up next week as part of my bookish series). I haven't actually heard much about Hate is such a Strong Word. I love diversity and ballsy characters that learn to stand on their own two feet. I'll have to check it out. I can't wait to start The Intern soon, all you guys keep gushing about it and starting to feel really left out :D
ReplyDeleteBrilliant list poppet, and here's to our Aussies having an even BIGGER 2015! <3
Can't wait to see your picks Kelly :) Hate Is Such A Strong Word definitely surpassed my expectations, and the author is so nice in person too! If this year is anything to go by, next year will be an amazing one for sure.
DeleteI've only read two of these - I feel SO bad!! I absolutely loved both Razorhurst and Masquerade though. I have to agree with Kelly's comment - I need to get to The Intern since everyone seems to love it so much :)
ReplyDeleteGlad to find more fans of historical fiction written by Australian authors - those two really got the atmosphere right. The Intern is a fantastic light contemporary read which in my opinion lives up to the hype!
DeleteSO MANY GREAT CHOICES HERE EUGENIA! Especially Razorhurst, I absolutely adored that book. I love how you only used 14 words to describe them all, so smart!
ReplyDeleteThanks Joy! Razorhurst definitely ticked all the right boxes for a gritty YA historical fiction, and Justine Larbalestier did such a great job in recreating the 1930's setting.
DeleteDude, I'm horrible with Aus fiction. Like horrendous. I think I read like one author and an eighth of another. So all I can say is Ellie Marney! But fantastic recs! I must give Razorhurst a go though.
ReplyDeleteAw Jess it's never too late to check out some more! I've got Every Breath and Every Word sitting on my shelf staring at me right now - I'll definitely be getting to them this holidays now that you've reminded me of it :)
DeleteOoh, I own Disruption and Razorhurst, and I definitely want to get onto them sooner than later! I really need to read The Intern, Hate is Such a Strong Word and The Accident!! :D Cooper Bartholomew is Dead and Masquerade were VERY enjoyable. I don't think I've read a whole lot of Aus YA fiction this year, but ELLIE MARNEY. <333333 Thanks for sharing some wonderful recs, Eugenia!
ReplyDeleteYes! Hope you do get to reading them soon - they're both amazing :) Ellie Marney is an author I definitely have to check out - I've got a copy of Every Breath/Every Word which I hope to get to this holidays :)
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