10. The Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde Great concept, but failed in execution for me. Very slow moving. Couldn't actually finish it, as I honestly didn't care for any of the characters. I guess 1 star. As a DNF, still better than the other fiction book I read which doesn't make the list!
9. The Alchemist by Paulo Coehlo A self-help "parable" that just didn't land for me. I appreciate what it tried to do, so maybe 1.5 stars.
stars. A generous 3 if it didn't end the way it did.
7. Dracula by Bram Stoker A nice classic. More of a love story/crime drama than a horror story. Unique "found footage" format.
6. Seeker of Time by J.M. Buckler Fun YA fantasy adventure which sets the stage nicely for the rest of the trilogy. 4 stars.
stars. Sets the stage for the next book in the series.
4. The Outsider by Stephen King A crime mystery with a dash of horror. 4.5 stars because the ending was a bit week, but everything leading up to that emotionally engaged me more than any other book I've read in a very long time.
this before seeing the movie, as it took some of the edge off having a general idea of how things would resolve. Would be 5 stars if I read it before seeing the movie.
2. Doctor Sleep by Stephen King An under-rated and satisfying sequel to "The Shining." I would say it was more creepy than full-on horror. A power and beautiful exploration of a man battling alcoholism. Was sad to see it end. 5 stars.
could. Has likely taken over the #1 spot for my all-time favorite novel.
