I’m not a big reader, never have been but as a kid I blitzed through the Harry Potter books. I really struggle to a) maintain focus while reading, and b) actually finish the book even if I’m pretty far in.
I’ve got a long haul holiday coming up so I’m thinking this is a good opportunity to read something since it’s 12 hours each way.
I’m keen for something that will grab me quickly and doesn’t build up too slowly, but still has good writing and of course a good story.
Pretty vague request but any recommendations would be much appreciated 🙏
by obedevs
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The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo — Stieg Larsson
Gone Girl — Gillian Flynn
The Silent Patient — Alex Michaelides
If you are ok with a bit of horror, Annihilation by Jeff VanderMeer is a great read. It’s also pretty short so not too daunting.
Project Hail Mary. Enjoy!
The Egg – Andy Weir
[The Egg](https://www.galactanet.com/oneoff/theegg_mod.html)
So, I’d like to suggest you get a library card and access Libby or Overdrive, or any of the options they have (mine has a direct Blackstone audiobook option) this way you have the option of checking out samples of books that you want to try before borrowing or purchasing.
This also allows you to try audiobooks.
If you have problems focusing on a book, practicing the “habit of reading” for ten pages a day, or twenty minutes, will definitely help you flex the reading muscles. However you may be more likely to complete an audiobook.
On that note, I will recommend a few options. First: novellas, which are fun and a great read.
“All Systems Red” by Martha Wells
“The Empress of Salt and Fortune” by Nghi Vo
“Every Heart a Doorway” by Seanan McGuire
“Murder by Memory” by Olivia Waite
Physical, ebook or audiobooks these are great stories and all lead to more books if you find they work for you.
Bigger books:
“What you are looking for is in the library” by Michiko Aoyama
“Nettle and Bone” by T. Kingfisher (this is a great author and if you click, she has a whole variety of stories.)
“A Wizards Guide to Defensive Baking” by T. Kingfisher
“The Bone Houses” by Emily Lloyd-Jones
I hope you find something you love.