At last, I have finished the 50 books featured in Epic Reads United States of YA map. It was definitely an interesting journey. There were some excellent books to be found on the tour, along with some not so awesome books. There were a few tearjerkers and a few laughs along the way, and all in all I would say that this literary trip was worth every minute.
I know not everyone has the time or patience to make it through all 50 books, so I am going to give my top 5 not to be missed books, and a few honorable mentions.
1. Divergent by Veronica Roth- It is the hands down winner for my favorite book. Plus you know you need to read the book before the movie comes out in the spring.
2. Deadline by Chris Cutcher- Fantastic characters and story, but have your tissue handy because you are going to need it.
3. The Diviners by Libba Bray- The roaring 20s in New York city, a serial killer on the lose, and a girl that is more that what she seems makes for a great read.
4. The Truth about Forever by Sarah Dessen- A book that everyone can relate to on some level, because who has not had to deal with grief and loss.
5. Obsidian by Jennifer L. Armentrout- Wonderful characters and interesting story that keeps you wanting to read the rest of the series.
Honorable Mentions:
The Splendor Falls by Rosemary Clement-Moore- Because who doesn't like a little bit of Southern Gothic feel in their readings
Arise by Tara Hudson- Probably the only reason this didn't make the top 5 is because it the second book in the series, but I recommend go ahead and reading both.
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