I never got around to posting mid-year reading reflections this year, but I've seen this reading questionnaire circulating online and thought I'd do that instead. Let me know if you decide to play along!
1. Best book so far in 2026? Whistler by Ann Patchett
2. Favorite Sequel of the 1st half of 2026? The Unselected Journals of Emma M. Lion: Volume 8 by Beth Brower
3. A new release that you are excited for but haven’t read yet? Kin by Tayari Jones
4. Most anticipated release of the second half of 2026? The True Confessions of First Lady Freeman by Deesha Philyaw
5. Biggest (reading) disappointment so far? Villa Coco by Andrew Sean Greer (set aside at 20%, probably a case of bad timing)
6. Biggest (reading) surprise so far? The Death of the Heart by Elizabeth Bowen
7. Who is your favorite new-to-you or debut author this year? Allegra Goodman (This is Not About Us)
8. Your favorite character so far this year? Eddie Triplett (Whistler)
9. A book that made you cry? none so far this year
10. A book that made you happy? Dolly All the Time by Annabel Monaghan
11. What is the most beautiful book cover you have bought this year? Whistler by Ann Patchett
12. What book(s) do you want to read by the end of the year? Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen, the annotated edition this time
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