It's time to start thinking about 2013 reading challenges, and while I'm usually low key about joining challenges, I do enjoy some of the creative themes and concepts some bloggers design.
The one challenge I know I'm up for is one that includes my favorite genre, historical fiction. Historical Tapestry is once again hosting the Historical Fiction Reading Challenge for 2013, a gathering place for all historical fiction enthusiasts to link their reviews and learn about other great HF novels. Click here for information on signing up for this challenge.
I've alread started planning for 2013 by adding all of the books that I am looking forward to reading as they are released in the new year. I'm signing up for the 25+ level (Ancient History Level):
Historical Fiction Reading Challenge 2013:
1. The Missing Manuscript of Jane Austen by Syrie James (Jan.)
2 The Ashford Affair by Lauren Willig
3. A Spear of Summer Grass by Deanna Raybourn
4. The Summer Queen by Elizabeth Chadwick
5. The Firebird by Susanna Kearsley
6. Written in My Own Heart's Blood by Diana Gabaldon
7. Royal Mistress by Anne Easter Smith
8. When Christ and His Saints Slept by Sharon Kay Penman
9. Jean Plaidy*
10. Helen Hollick*
11. Georgette Heyer*
12. Ken Follett*
13. Cynthia Harrod-Eagles*
14. Barbara Erskine*
15. Jane and the Wandering Eye by Stephanie Barron (Jan.)
16. Lady Almina and the Real Downton Abbey by the Countess of Carnarvon (Jan.)
17. The Secret Diary of Anne Boleyn by Robin Maxwell (Jan.)
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*From my TBR pile
Are you in? What new releases in 2013 are you looking forward to reading?
5 comments:
I have most of those on my list to read next year too!
Hope you enjoy the challenge!
I can't wait to see what you read, Joanne! A few of the books you have listed are on my list of must reads, too.
I can't wait to read Diana Gabaldon's new book! I wish it were ready for Christmas. One book that you should add to your list is called, Shadow of the Sun by author Merrie P. Wycoff. This is historical fiction novel that showcases the mysticism/paranormal aspects of ancient Egypt. The author has thoroughly researched the topic and brings the reader back to Egypt during the time of the ancient Egyptian Royal Court.
I enjoyed reading about ancient Egypt and the author did such an amazing job with the story!
I will be paying close attention to your progress on this challenge!! Have fun!
I have a lot of these books on my list of books to read too! I am really excited for the next book in the Outlander series.
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