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2018 Besties

 

Wow, 2018 was a wild year! It was a year of personal challenges that presented some challenges to my reading schedule. But, in the end I persevered (lol) and it was another stellar year for this book lover! 😅 Thank goodness for audiobooks to help feed my passion for Romance books when I don’t have the time to read! Some of the following books have been reviewed on the blog and some of the reviews are still to come. Without further ado, I present my list of 2018 Besties!

#1 – Trailer Park Heart by Rachel Higginson

Stunning, emotional, fulfilling story set in Nebraska! I love this story and these characters!

 

#2 – The Simple Wild by K.A. Tucker

This is the book that I gushed about on All About Books on NET Radio! Just a fantastic, wonderful, emotional, moving story! Definitely check this out!

 

#3 – Wanderlust by Lauren Blakely

This is hands-down the BEST audiobook that I have ever had the pleasure of listening to! The story is phenomenal, but it is made so much better by the incredible narration of Grace Grant and Richard Armitage. This will make anyone an audio lover!

 

#4 – The Kiss Quotient by Helen Hoang

Sweet and stunning. The most unique characters I’ve read in a long time. Heartfelt and hopeful!

 

#5 – My Oxford Year by Julia Whelan

Julia Whelan has long been one of my favorite narrators. But, hearing her narrate her own story and characters was one of my favorite book experiences of the year. This book is exceptional!

 

#6 – The Idea of You by Robinne Lee

This book was as much of a group experience as you can get with a book. It’s fresh and lovely and slightly taboo. I enjoyed the book and am obsessed with Robinne Lee’s narration, but more than anything I have loved talking about this book with other #HayeSolNuts and developing an obsession with Harry Styles!

 

#7 – Royally Yours by Emma Chase

This is the prequel that I didn’t even know I wanted! I adore this series and this is one of my most favorite stories in this series. It’s historical with a modern feel and characters that are absolute perfection!

 

#8 – Banking the Billionaire by Max Monroe (The Year of Max Monroe)

2018 is the year I devoured everything written by the hilarious duo. But with all of the great stories to choose from, I have to pick Banking the Billionaire (#2 in the Bad Boy Billionaire series) because Thatcher Kelly is my most favorite hero ever written. Period. He does it for me. He’s sweet, kind, caring, independent and co-dependent, confident, crazy in love with his heroine, but not so much that he’s willing to sacrifice who he is! He’s AMAZING! I’ve listened to this audio twice this year!!!

 

#9 – Tinfoil Heart by Daisy Prescott

I’m a believer! How about you? This is another complete unique story unlike anything else you’ve read. And, it’s thoroughly enjoyable! This is an absolute gem!

 

#10 – Steadfast by Sarina Bowen  (The Year of Sarina Bowen)

Another “Year of” Author! It started with the amazing Bittersweet and I’ve devoured all of the books in the True North Series, the Brooklyn Bruisers Series and Him/Us, I have a few more on my list to enjoy. Everything she writes is fantastic! Steadfast has stuck with me more than any of the others. Jude broke my heart and mended it back together!

AND Now the Next Besties

I can’t just leave it at 10, so here’s 8 more stellar books to make it an even 18 for 2018!

Hate Note – Penelope Ward and Vi Keeland
https://amzn.to/2Vj5mIv
The Art of Us – Hilaria Alexander
https://amzn.to/2CI4nup
Change of Hart – ME Carter
(Also the Year of ME Carter! I had a hard time deciding between this and Groupie! But love me some Jason Hart!)
https://amzn.to/2BM5xDi
Clover Chapel – Devney Perry
https://amzn.to/2VjuRcP
Switch Stance – M.E. Carter & Andrea Johnston
https://amzn.to/2Rqqqh4
I Don’t – Andrea Johnston
https://amzn.to/2Amk8pd
Pucked Love – Helena Hunting
https://amzn.to/2RtRa06
Burn for You – J.T. Geissinger
https://amzn.to/2LMHo4h
What a great year and I’m sure that there will be many more great reads to come in 2019! I thank you all for following the blog and sharing your favorite reads with me all year long! Books really do make friends, BFF’s!

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25 Comments Categories: #SmartGirlsReadRomance, Audiobook, BFF K Favorite Author, Blog News Tags: 2018 Bestie List, 2018 Besties, Andrea Johnston, Banking the Billionaire, Bestie, Besties, Burn for You, Change of Heart, Clover Chapel, Daisy Prescott, Devney Perry, Emma Chase, Hate Note, Helen Hoang, Helena Hunting, Hilaria Alexander, J.T. Geissinger, Julia Whelan, K.A. Tucker, Lauren Blakely, M.E. Carter, Max Monroe, ME Carter, My Oxford Year, Penelope Ward, Pucked Love, Rachel Higginson, Robinne Lee, Royally Yours, Sarina Bowen, Steadfast, Switch Stance, The Art of Us, The Idea of You, The Kiss Quotient, The Simple Wild, Tinfoil Heart, Trailer Park Heart, Vi Keeland, Wanderlust December 30, 2018

Comments

  1. Rochelle Spaccamonti says

    January 1, 2019 at 7:06 PM

    ❤️❤️❤️ some amazing books listed!!!

    Reply
  2. Candy Box says

    January 1, 2019 at 8:13 PM

    My all time favorite book I read in 2018 was Verity by Colleen Hoover!

    Reply
  3. Kelli says

    January 1, 2019 at 8:20 PM

    2018 flew by. I blinked and I think I missed alot of it. I’m glad I didn’t miss Dylan Allen’s The Legacy. Its amazing.

    Reply
  4. Wendy West says

    January 1, 2019 at 8:29 PM

    2018 had so many wonderful books. But Verity by Colleen Hoover was definitely one that stands out.

    Reply
  5. Melanie H says

    January 2, 2019 at 6:27 AM

    So many good reads! I loved Long shot and Block shot by Kennedy Ryan.

    Reply
  6. Melissa Jones says

    January 2, 2019 at 7:20 AM

    I read and LOVED The Kiss Quotient and My Oxford Year! So many from your list on my TBR. Happy New Year!!

    Reply
  7. Amy says

    January 2, 2019 at 9:15 AM

    Loved the Kiss Quotient!

    Reply
  8. Ashley S says

    January 2, 2019 at 1:33 PM

    That’s a great list! My unforgettable read would be Verity by Colleen Hoover for 2018.

    Reply
    • bffbookblogcom says

      January 15, 2019 at 9:09 AM

      Ashley – you’re the winner of a book from my shelves! Send me an email or FB message with your address and your top 3 choices of books from the shelves! <3 BFF K.

      Reply
  9. Anita madden says

    January 2, 2019 at 6:03 PM

    Audrey carlan calendar girl

    Reply
  10. Saira Mendoza says

    January 2, 2019 at 8:04 PM

    Love the line up. My fav this year was a duet by Jewel E Ann they were Transcend and Epoch.

    Reply
  11. Kate Bobb says

    January 2, 2019 at 9:57 PM

    These look awesome

    Reply
  12. Michelle Monroe says

    January 2, 2019 at 11:41 PM

    One of my favorites is Hate Notes!

    Reply
  13. alisha woods says

    January 3, 2019 at 8:49 AM

    One of my favorites was Born to be Wilde Eloisa James

    Reply
  14. alisha woods says

    January 3, 2019 at 8:50 AM

    Eloisa James Born to be Wilde

    Reply
  15. H dee swan says

    January 3, 2019 at 12:30 PM

    I loved look the part by jewel e Ann

    Reply
  16. Amber Goodwin says

    January 3, 2019 at 6:45 PM

    Some great books in 2018! I loved All the Right Moves by Becca Taylor along with so many others!!

    Reply
  17. Awilda Melendez says

    January 3, 2019 at 7:51 PM

    One of my favorite book of 2018 was hate notes

    Reply
  18. Awilda Melendez says

    January 3, 2019 at 7:53 PM

    My favorite book of 2018 was hate notes

    Reply
  19. Chrissy says

    January 3, 2019 at 9:06 PM

    My Torin by K Webster was my top read for 2018.

    Reply
  20. Misty McLemore says

    January 4, 2019 at 1:15 AM

    Wow so many good books. One of my most favorites was Cliche by Ryleigh Sloan

    Reply
  21. DeeAnn Buck says

    January 4, 2019 at 12:44 PM

    All your perfects by Colleen Hoover was one of my favorites.

    Reply
  22. Brandi Duncan says

    January 4, 2019 at 5:57 PM

    It’s not on your list but I loved The Beautiful Hearts duet by Emma Scott. Both books were great!

    Reply
  23. Jeanette Haupt says

    January 5, 2019 at 11:18 AM

    Thanks for posting this list. Lots of great books.

    Reply
  24. Michelle Garrett says

    January 5, 2019 at 1:42 PM

    All these books look awesome. Adding them to my TBR. My favorite book this year was sunshine and bullets by CoraLee June.

    Reply

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