Top 18 Favorites in 2016

 

Can you believe tomorrow is officially a NEW YEAR! Where the hell has 2016 went! This year was full of some amazing novels, I would be here forever if I listed all of my favorites so i compiled a list of my top 18 reads.

1. Something So Right by Natasha Madison

Something So Right is Natasha Madison’s debut novel.  I freaking loved this novel and honestly I thought. Oh Sh*t how is she going to top this book, because it was so freaking amazing. Well let me tell you something Natasha Madison did something that is not often done when it comes to debut authors, she released a second novel called Hell and Back. My Review

2. Hell and Back by Natasha Madison

Hell and Back  by Natasha Madison is one of the most brutally honest novels I have ever read.  I really felt for Bella and Jackson, my heart though….my heart broke for Lilah. No child should have to witness the things she witnessed at her age. I know..I know, it’s just fiction….but this novel felt so real. I honestly could see this story happening on the evening news. It felt so freaking real and that is why it holds a place on my top 20 list!
My review

3. What Might Kill Us by M.N. Forgy

What Might Kill Us by M.N. Forgy is my favorite MC novel that was released in 2016. I loved Bull and Anahi’s story. I was intrigued from the very first page. What Might Kill Us is book 5 in the Devil’s Dust MC series. I loved the feel of a brutal MC world and that is exactly what the Devil’s Dust MC brings, Brutality. FREAKING LOVED THE ENDING!! My Review

 

4. El Diablo by M. Robinson

One thing I can trust to get when reading a novel written by M. Robinson is pure angst. El Diablo is the holy grail of all angst novels. This novel made me fall in love with an asshole…an asshole named Martinez. I loved the mobster style of El Diablo. This novel had so many twist and turns, it literally almost gave me whiplash…but i wouldn’t change a thing about it! My Review

5. Road To Nowhere by M. Robinson

Road To Nowhere is another angsty novel that has made my top 20 list. This novel made me cry on repeat. So much emotion was poured into this novel. Creed’s story is heartbreaking. Mia is the ray of sunshine to Creed’s dark storm cloud. Even though Road To Nowhere ended with a HUGE cliffhanger, it still made my top 20 list because of the fact that this was a novel that stuck with me and is still in my head even after having read it a month ago.  My Review

 

6.  Unplugged by L.K. Collins

I loved the concept of Unplugged. This novel was like nothing I have ever read. A retreat between friends where cell phones and electronics are not allowed for a weekend. Of course you have the typical rule breaker bad boy that sneaks an iPad into the mix. Unplugged is also a very sexy read. Unplugged was low on the angst scale. I loved Merritt and Quinn!!! My Review

7. Torrid Affair by Callie Anderson

Torrid Affair..This wonderfully emotional novel deserves a spot on every freaking list in the world. HOLY HELL. I’m still reeling from this book and it released in September. If Cheating is a strong trigger for you I recommend you go into this novel with eyes wide open. I know i said this about other novels on this list, well i’m going to say it again. Torrid Affair is freaking BRUTAL! I cried so freaking much throughout this novel. Damn. The emotional turmoil i’m still feeling makes this novel one of my favorites of the year. My Review

8. Knockout by CJ Martin

Knockout is a kick ass story about a sexy as hell fighter with a vendetta and a secret. Knockout had me hooked from beginning to end. I’m in Awe of CJ Martin’s writing! AMAZING. MUST READ!!

9. Anti-Stepbrother by Tijan

Anti-Stepbrother is one of my favorite New Adult novels. I loved Anti-Stepbrother. It was everything i was looking for in a novel and everything i expected from Tijan. The storyline was addicting and flawless. The characters were intriguing. I loved everything about this story.. My Review

10. Pay For Play by Victoria Ashley and Hilary Storm

Pay for Play is one of the hottest novels I’ve read this year.Have you ever wanted to unread a book just so you could read it and experience it for the first time all over again? Well that pretty much sums up how i feel about Pay for Play!
Lynx is by far the hottest alpha male i have ever read! There wasn’t a single page in this book that didn’t have me hooked.  Loved every bit of it. My Review

11. Black Swan Affair by K.L. Kreig

Black Swan Affair had every single emotion of mine running through the ringer.This novel had me on the edge of my seat from start to finish. Black Swan Affair is an incredible emotional roller coaster and i loved every moment of it! This novel had me on the edge of the seat praying for the best but preparing for the worst. Black Swan Affair is another novel that has stuck with me since i finished reading it. My Review

12. Until Harry by L.A. Casey

I loved Until Harry. I loved the raw emotion poured into the characters, the brutality of the hidden truths, and how it all came together at the end!
My heart broke for Lane and the devastation and lose that she encountered over and over again. I feel like this novel hasn’t received the recognition it deserves. It’s honestly a Must Read! My Review

13.  A Thousand Boy Kisses by Tillie Cole

A Thousand Boy Kisses by Tillie Cole repeatedly broke my heart. This novel is so breathtaking and heartbreakingly beautiful. I loved Ruin and Poppy’s relationship, even through the times i wanted to slap Ruin upside the head. When i finished this novel I just stared off into space thinking about life. It had that much of an impact on me. This is a book that will always stick with me no matter what i’m reading it will always be at the back of my mind. Yes it’s that amazing! My Review

14. Ravage by Tillie Cole

Ravage by Tillie Cole is the darkest novel i’ve read this year. Holy hell. this was an intense ride. Ravage is so intense that i had to put down my tablet and walk away! It was literally consuming me. I remember yelling WTF several times. I love novels that make me shout random things out loud! My Review

15. Legend by Katy Evans

When i heard Katy Evans was coming out with a sixth book in her REAL series i was beyond thrilled but to be honest i was a little nervous due to the fact that Remington Tate is my number one book boyfriend and Legend is based on a different boxer, but I found I loved Legend just as much ‘if not’ a little more! This is now one of my favorite fighter romance novels!

16. It Ends With Us by Colleen Hoover

There is nothing I can say about It Ends With Us that someone else hasn’t said yet. Just know this novel has opened my eyes. It Ends With Us is emotional and will no doubt have you crying as it did me. My Review

17. Wide Open Spaces by Aurora Rose Reynolds

Wide Open Spaces is another 2016 favorite that is high up on the favorites list. I loved Shelby and Zach’s second chance romance. I loved the strong family vibe and the country feeling this novel gave off. Wide Open Spaces had me swiftly flipping the pages and I actually read this novel in one day, that is how addicting i found it! My Review

18. Furious Rush by S.C. Stephens

Furious Rush is  a modern day Romeo and Juliet. With motorcycle racing. I was intrigued by the synopsis and read this book in a day. I loved the adrenaline i felt through the pages. Furious Rush is everything i was hoping for and expecting of S.C. Stephens. My Review

I didn’t expect this to be as difficult as it actually was. This year was an amazing year for some great novels. What novels made your top favorites of 2016 list?

I hope everyone has a safe New Years Eve!

Peace Love and Happy Reading,
Alecia (The Staircase Reader)