Best Books of 2017 Challenge Wrap-Up

[Sheila]

Debbie wrote: "Okay. Just back from seeing the latest Star Wars flick. If you haven't seen it, go. It's AWEsome!

Now... back to my list:

- Heartstone by Elle Katharine White

- [book:Love Unsou..."

I want to go see that movie. Just have not had a chance.

[Debbie]

Well, I was all set to see The Man Who Invented Christmas and Murder on the Orient Express 2 weeks ago, but events conspired against me and now both are gone from the local cinemas. I was determined not to miss this one, too!

[Debbie]

I'm pleased to report that Mark Hamill is a MUCH better actor now than he was in the original 3 Star Wars movies!

[Debbie]

Jeannine wrote: "My favorites from this year:

1. An Ever Fixed Mark by AMarguerite at: http://archiveofourown.org/works/8523...

2. A Man With Faults by Lory Lillian

3. The Lectrice by Fredrica ..."

Glad you posted these, Jeannine. I hadn't come across An Ever Fixed Mark before reading your list. Looks really interesting!

[Debbie]

Mary wrote: "These are my top ten reads of 2017-

1. The road to understanding. R.Jeffers.
2. Darcy's Hope-beauty from ashes. G.Monette.
3. Darcy's Hope at Donwell Abbey. G.Monette.
4. Duty demands. E.Owen. ..."

I'm finally catching up on reading all the posts here. Nice list, Mary! And I'm in full agreement about WadeH. Not sure I've read every one yet, bit I'm making my way through his stories.

[Debbie]

Kirk wrote: "Great idea and such fantastic lists already posted!!!

While 2017 was amazing for non-fiction Austen...it was also interesting for fiction.....

Longbourn Library -Truly Wallis
Heartstone -Katherin..."

Added Persuaded to my TBR pile based on your recommendation here, Kirk. Thanks for sharing!

[Debbie]

Jenny wrote: "I've read so many books this year but my absolute favourites are:

1. Haunting Mr Darcy
2. Mistaken by Jesse Lewis
3. Miss Darcy's Companion by Joana Starnes

There could be so many others but thes..."

Great choices, Jenny. I'd reread any of those, too!

[Debbie]

Barb wrote: "These are the stories I gave 5 stars in 2017 that I had not read previously.

Mr. Darcy's Christmas Present: The Madness of Mr. Darcy Continues
[book:On Equal Ground: A Pride and P..."

Love your list too, Barb. Looks like 2017 was a good year for your JAFF choices.

[Debbie]

Sheila wrote: "For those of you who love Brenda Webb's books or for those who are looking for a great story you might want to follow her latest @ https://forum.darcyandlizzy.com/index......"

I'm going to wait and hope she prunes before she publishes. It's already too long for me. The last couple of Brenda's books have disappointed me, largely because of too many different plots stacked on top of each other. The lady can write, but sometimes I feel like she doesn't know when to stop!

[Patricia]

I do have to mention a couple non jane austen books

[Sophia]

Patricia wrote: "


[bookcover:Believing in Darcy: A Pride..."

A few of those were favorites for me, too. Oh, nice possibilities from your non Jane Austen's too.

[Anna]

I love this post! You've all added tremendously to my TBR! ;)

Here are my favorites from 2017:

Darcy by Any Other Name by Laura Hile
The Honorable Mr. Darcy by Jennifer Joy
The Best Part of Love by A. D'Orazio
A Lie Universally Hidden by Anngela Schroeder
The Darcy Monologues edited by Christina Boyd
These Dreams by Nicole Clarkston
The Particular Charm of Miss Jane Austen by Ada Bright and Cass Grafton
Attempting Elizabeth by Jessica Grey
Darcy's Hope at Donwell Abbey by Ginger Monette
Mendacity & Mourning by J.L. Ashton
A Most Handsome Gentleman by Suzan Lauder

[Sophia]

Anna wrote: "I love this post! You've all added tremendously to my TBR! ;)

Here are my favorites from 2017:

Darcy by Any Other Name by Laura Hile
The Honorable Mr. Darcy by Jennifer Joy
The Best Part of Love ..."

LOL! I know the feeling, Anne. If it wasn't already on my TBR, it will be now. Great list. I have so many wonderful books for which I can anticipate. :)

[Sheila]

Anna wrote: "I love this post! You've all added tremendously to my TBR! ;)

Here are my favorites from 2017:

Darcy by Any Other Name by Laura Hile
The Honorable Mr. Darcy by Jennifer Joy
The Best Part of Love ..."

Great list, some match mine and I did enjoy all of them. I have added to my list also.