Since finishing University I’ve had a lot more time on my hands to read, and the freedom of spare time means I have essentially been devouring stories! To aid me in my new favourite addiction I am the owner of a basic Kindle. Sometimes I miss the tangible aspects of books (does anyone else like the smell?) but this little gadget allows me to access books quicker, and more cheaply, than their printed counterparts. Today, as a bit of a break from beauty, I would like to present my top 3 kindle reads of August.
1. The Pact, Jodi Picoult. I’m sure you’ll have all heard of Jodi Picoult, the author behind cult classics like My Sisters Keeper. I purchased The Pact on a bit of a whim and this turned out to be the most deliriously addictive book of the bunch. The story is a murder/romance/mystery hybrid with a seriously engaging plot. I couldn’t put it down, reading before work in Starbucks, on my lunch and as soon as I got home. If you’re after a juicy tale, this is the one for you!
2. Gone Girl, Gillian Flynn. I’d seen various tweets about this book and decided to give it a whirl. The plot is narrated from two perspectives…with a bit of a twist. A psychological murder mystery laced with secrets and deceit, this book will have you shouting ‘whaaaat?!’ and leave you with a heap of unanswered questions to boot. The ending has been reported as a bit of an anti-climax, but I think there’s a hidden meaning behind it. A good one to try if you’re up for playing mind games.
3. We Are All Completely Beside Ourselves, Karen Joy Fowler. This story is centred on a family who have lost both their sister and son, with a surprising twist. An honest and painful look into lives torn apart and left behind, this tale is both a tear jerker and an eye opener. A cult classic that’s definitely a conversation starter.
What books have you been loving this August?
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