Another year is almost gone, so it's time to look back at all the books I read. According to my Goodreads profile, I read 25 books this year and I'll probably start #26 tonight or tomorrow. It's probably been more than 15 years since I've not been in the middle of a book.
And since I'm an engineer by trade, I love all kinds of stats. Of the 25 books, 21 of them were unique authors. Of the 21 authors, 12 of them were new to me this year. There were five non-fiction books (which is high for me), six e-books, and one audiobook.
It was a pretty good year for quality, there weren't any stinkers (like one from last year) and only a couple I wished were better.
Favorites of the Year:
Fun and Games by, Duane Swierczynski
California Fire and Live by, Don Winslow
Right as Rain by, George Pelecanos (review forthcoming)
Not bad, but hoped for more:
The Black Echo by, Michael Connelly - A lot of people love Connelly. Maybe I shouldn't have started with his first book. Will definitely give him another shot, though.
The Children of Men by, PD James - As I mentioned, I was a fan of the movie. I knew the book wasn't going to be as action packed, but I hoped for a little more. Still an enjoyable read.
Spade and Archer by, Joe Gores - Looking back, I'm starting to feel my 3 star review might be a bit generous.
Looking forward to 2012, I see more new authors on the horizon and more non-fiction. In the past, it's been one or two non-fiction a year, but five felt like a good amount. Maybe I'll shoot for the same number or even more.
What was your favorite read this year?
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