2018 has been a year, there have been many ups and downs. Not only in my personal life, but my reading a blogging life as well. But I was in my final year of university, working 3-4 days a week, and I had an internship.

But that didn’t stop me from reading. As of the 28th of December, I have read 198 books. That is the most I have ever read in a year. And what I liked about this year was that I read a whole heap of different books, and that excites me. A while ago, I wrote about my reading habits changing and as I look back at all the books that I read this year, I can totally see it. I also read a lot of romance this year, and I am not mad at all about it, reading more romance books have been something bound to happen over the last couple of years and I read a lot this year! 

So while talking about all this, today I thought I would share all my favourite books that I read in 2018. There is a mixture of 2018 releases and some back titles. So here we go, like always these are in no order. 

The Cruel Prince by Holly Back: It’s addicting, dark and messes with your emotions. It’s a world of court intrigue and the conflict between fae and humans. It explores the notion of being human and the emotions that come with it. The Cruel Prince has set up a fantastic new series for Holly Black. I received Wicked in the mail this week and I cannot wait to dig in | 4.5 Stars Read Full Review 

Say You’ll Remember Me by Katie McGarry: This one is intense and takes you on a journey. It’s heartbreaking and uplifting. It explores family, social standards and second chances. With classic Katie McGarry romance, Say You’ll Remember Me is an exploration of teen love and it’s ups and downs | 4 Stars. Read Full Review 

Allied (Ruined #3) by Amy Tintera: In the final book of the ruined trilogy, everything comes together in a battle of all forces. It all started when Emelina wanted to save her sister, but now she is fighting her. Emelina and Olivia wanted to bring peace to the people of Runia. But when the meaning of freedom changes for Olivia, everything changes. With Olivia filled with vengeance, Emelina starts to pull away. And tension rises between the two sisters. And it’s not just Emelina seeing the change in Olivia, but the people of Runia as well.  4.5 Stars | 

Starry Eyes by Jenn Bennett: I loved Starry Eyes by Jenn Bennett. It explores what it means to love, have family and friends. It’s a coming of age novel that really grabs you from the start with its honesty and reliability. Zorie and Lennon were such great protagonists that made the story that much better. Plus they were stuck in the middle of the wildness with only each other for company, things are bound to get heated. Starry Eyes is for everyone that wants to be taken away with honest and flawed characters and romance that will warm your heart | 4.5 Stars. Read Full Review 

The Love That I Have by James Moloney: When Margot Baumann reads the letters from people imprisoned in Sachsenhausen concentration camp during WWII her whole life changes. She starts to really understand the horrific circumstances that the prisoners are going through. It’s then how she learns about Dieter Kleinschmidt. Through the beauty of his letters, she wants to save him, help him. Do everything that she can. The Love That I Have is a very confronting novel, it explores a different side of WWII that we don’t let see a lot. And I really enjoy it. But gosh this novel is brutal | 4.5 Stars 

Bright We Burn (The Conqueror’s Saga #3) by Kiersten White: If you haven’t picked up this trilogy please do. Bright We Burn by Kiersten White is intense, brutal and keeps you on the edge of your seat. This book left me a mess but in the best possible way. This gender twist, historical fiction explores family, finding yourself and war. Lada and Radu and some of the most intriguing, captivating and alluring protagonist I have ever read and they will never leave me. It’s about war and betrayal, oh all the betrayal and will leave you gobsmacked right at the end. This books is dark, don’t forget that Lada is the female Vlad the Impaler | 5 Stars. Check out my full review

The Chase (Briar U #1) by Elle Kennedy:It was a great sports romance read that you all know I love. The romance was adorable and I loved how slow burning it was. Fitzy and Summer are adorable together and sometimes even sexy which was a nice combination. The Chase explores trusting in yourself and learning to love who you are. It’s about friendship and family and creating something new. If you are looking for a slow-burn college romance then this one is for you | 4 Stars. Check out my full review. 

The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller: If you haven’t read it and love Greek Mythology, please pick it up. And even if you don’t want to try some, it’s the perfect way to fall into it. The romance is beautiful and heartbreaking. The story will tear you to pieces, but you will be happy when it’s all over. If you are just looking for a fantastic read, then pick this up | 5 Stars. Also check out 5 reasons why I love it.

Queen of Air and Darkness (The Dark Artifices #3) by Cassandra Clare: I loved Queen of Air and Darkness. I didn’t know what to expect going in. I had to think the worse or else, I would have been even more shattered. Queen of Air and Darkness explores family, friend, love, and loyalty to its core. It explores forbidden love and family heartbreak. But with beautiful writing, fantastic characters and a plot that just keeps you guessing, you won’t be able to put the book down. If you have been thinking about picking up this series, please do.  Clare is able to intertwine many different storylines, effortlessly, that just adds another layer to both her world and her characters| 5 Stars. Full Review.

Circus Hearts Trilogy by Ellie Marney: I love these books so much. I had the lovely chance of being Ellie’s beta reader for this series and I have so much love. I’ve now read nearly every one of Ellie’s published books and I have loved each one. This series is intense, full of romance and suspense and always kept me on the edge of my seat. It has the same core themes as other romance novels, but the fact that it’s set in a circus set’s it apart. Please pick this series up. 

The Accidentals by Sarina Bowen:  I loved The Accidentals by Sarina Bowen. It’s an emotional rollercoaster of a book, but it was so worth it. The Accidentals explores grief, family and finding yourself in this massive world. It’s a coming of age story that is explored through music and love. The romance and friendships are adorable and just added another dimension to the novel. The Accidentals also explores new family and sometimes it’s so hard to come together at times, but in the end, you do love each other. If you are looking for a book that may just pull you to pieces this is for you | 4 Stars, Check out my full review. 

KGI Series by Maya Banks: This is a new romance series I started this year and I really, really enjoyed it. There are a whopping 11 books out so far and I have now read all of them now. This series follows KGI ‘A super elite, top secret, family-run business.’ All members have some sort of military background or training. And they just happen to always get into trouble. One of the things I love about this series that there isn’t really any ‘alpha males.’ Yes, they are protective of those that they love, but there is no demanding aspect and gosh I love it. 

And that is it. Wow. As I said before 2018 was a good year for me, genre and readership-wise. I read a whole heap of different books and I just loved that. I hope that I can do the same in 2019, in saying that I am going on a book buying ban, so let’s see how it all goes.

What books did you love reading in 2018? Do we share any that is the same? Are you planning on reading any on my list? Let’s Chat!