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This week's Top Ten is an interesting one. I had some trouble thinking of specific books without listing about 50. Instead, I thought I would list the new to me genres and my thoughts. Previous to this year, I read mostly classics and nonfiction. Because of my reading challenges and following bloggers, I have really branched out.
1. Christian Fiction -- I picked up a few Christian Historical Romance books because I wanted a bit of romance without all the graphic sex. Some I liked and some I found way to predictable and preachy. To me, there has to be balance between the plot and the Christian elements. I don't think this will be a genre that I actively pursue, but I might pick one up here and there.
2. Science Fiction -- J's influence. I've always tended to fall on the fantasy side of the divide. J convinced me to join a scifi reading challenge and gave me recommendations. I have to say that I haven't delved completely into the genre, but I have found some great books so far. I still have four to read for this year and I'm contemplating doing another challenge next year.
3. Young Adult -- Definitely a prejudice from my own young adult time. Then one's choices were Christopher Pike and Sweet Valley High. I'm oversimplifying, but in reality very few actually enticed me. Now, I am finding so many great books. I will definitely be pursuing this genre. I already have a ton of books my TBR list.
4. Mystery -- Other than Sherlock Holmes, I've never read much mystery. I tried a few contemporary mysteries out earlier this year and just wasn't impressed. I think I'm going to have to try and get some recommendations on this one.
5. Contemporary Romance -- I was never excited about the girl meets boys yada yada. I joined a reading challenge this year and have had mixed results. Some good, some bad, some I couldn't even finish. I'm really on the fence about this genre...
6. Historical Romance -- I am a history teacher by trade and have always loved reading history books. This just seemed like a natural progression for me. And I love this genre! I'm definitely reading more this year and going to add this challenge next year.
7. Graphic Novels and Comics -- Again, J's recommendation. And I am loving his choices. I was always very wary of this genre, but now it's one of my favorites.
