Challenge: 50 Books discussion

I only read 15 books in 2019, so here's to reading much more in 2020! :)

#1 I Can't Make This Up: Life Lessons

Loved the audible narration, but I've read much better memoirs.

#2 I Must Say: My Life as a Humble Comedy Legend

Melissa wrote: "I only read 15 books in 2019, so here's to reading much more in 2020! :)"

Good luck on reaching your goal! Looks like you're off to a good start!

#3 Bottle of Lies: The Inside Story of the Generic Drug Boom

Terrifying and informative, this has to be one the the best books I've read. I don't like taking meds in the first place, but I will be hyper vigilant going forward. A must read for everyone.

#4 Take Control of Your Life by Mel Robbins

I love these audible original books by Mel Robbins. Love the coaching sessions and how you can find something in each session that can apply to your life.

#5 Crazy Rich Asians

Loved this book. Was a perfect vacation read :)

#6 Open Book

Loved it!! So candid and moving.

#7 Stay Hungry

1000% read this on audible. It's like watching him on tv lol

#8 What I Know for Sure

Reread; quick and easy to get through. I like to read this book and her other, The Wisdom of Sunday's, whenever I want a feel good book to pick me up.

#9 The Wives

The start of my quarantine reading lol. Kept me guessing and on the edge of my seat.

#10 The Path Made Clear: Discovering Your Life's Direction and Purpose

I wanted something positive and uplifting to listen to and this book delivered. Quick and easy read/listen. I haven't met an Oprah book I didn't like.

#11 Next Level Basic: The Definitive Basic Bitch Handbook

One of the worst books I've ever read. Wow. So glad I read this for free and didn't spend any money on it. Otherwise I would've asked for a refund.

#12 The Tattooist of Auschwitz

Was not expecting to be so moved by this book. I had been wanting to read it for a very long time, and am happy I finally did. Planning on reading the follow up soon.

#13 Attached: The New Science of Adult Attachment and How It Can Help You Find—and Keep—Love

#14 Medical Medium Cleanse to Heal: Healing Plans for Sufferers of Anxiety, Depression, Acne, Eczema, Lyme, Gut Problems, Brain Fog, Weight Issues, Migraines, Bloating, Vertigo, Psoriasis, Cysts, Fatigue, Pcos, Fibroids, Uti, Endometriosis & Autoimmune

#15 Cilka's Journey

Not nearly as good as The Tattooist of Auschwitz

#16 Behind Closed Doors

Decent psychological thriller, but Grace is rather daft. I repeatedly found myself thinking "is she really that stupid?" Glad I finally read it and it only took me a day.

#17 The Awakening Course: The Secret to Solving All Problems

Nothing new or thought provoking if you're not new to the self help world.

#18 I'll Be Gone in the Dark: One Woman's Obsessive Search for the Golden State Killer

Very well written and researched, but it kind of dragged on.

#19 The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari: A Fable About Fulfilling Your Dreams and Reaching Your Destiny

#20 Judgement Detox: Release the Beliefs That Hold You Back from Living a Better Life

#21 As a Man Thinketh

#22 Man's Search for Meaning

#23 Eat, Pray, Love

#24 Bad Blood: Secrets and Lies in a Silicon Valley Startup

#25 You Are the Guru

Underwhelming. Nothing new here. If you've read any of her other books, then you've already heard her mention all these things before. I also didn't care for her political commentary.

#26 China Rich Girlfriend

Loved it! Better than book 1 IMO

#27 Rich People Problems

#28 Own Your Self: The Surprising Path beyond Depression, Anxiety, and Fatigue to Reclaiming Your Authenticity, Vitality, and Freedom

#29 Untamed

#30 The Last Flight

#31 The Soul of an Octopus: A Surprising Exploration Into the Wonder of Consciousness

#32 Lost Girls: An Unsolved American Mystery

Excellent book. Well researched and written. Binge read and finished it in 2 days

#33 Bring Up the Bodies

#34 Crime Junkie podcast

I have listened to hundreds of hours of podcasts this year, so I am counting a couple as books. Normally I would have read a lot more on audible, but I have "read" less since listening to podcast instead

#35 Dr. Death season 1

#36 Dr. Death Season 2

#37 Bad Batch

#38 Outwitting the Devil: The Secret to Freedom and Success

Phenomenal book. Even better than Think And Grow Rich in my opinion.

#39 The Strangest Secret

#40 Think Like a Monk: Train Your Mind for Peace and Purpose Every Day

#41 Notes from a Friend: A Quick and Simple Guide to Taking Control of Your Life

#42 How Not to Die: Discover the Foods Scientifically Proven to Prevent and Reverse Disease

#43 Game of Queens: The Women Who Made Sixteenth-Century Europe

Last book of the year! Didn't make it to 50, but considering how 2020 went, I think 43 is pretty good lol. Will aim to hit 50 in 2021 :)

Melissa wrote: "#43 Game of Queens: The Women Who Made Sixteenth-Century Europe

Last book of the year! Didn't make it to 50, but considering how 2020 went, I think 43 is pretty good lol. Will aim to hit 50 in 2021 :)"

Indeed! What a weird year! 43 is still great! And you have at least two books you called "excellent" and at least one you said you loved, so it sounds like at least a few of your 43 were winners and time well spent!

Tiffany wrote: "Melissa wrote: "#43 Game of Queens: The Women Who Made Sixteenth-Century Europe

Last book of the year! Didn't make it to 50, but considering how 2020 went, I think 43 is pretty goo..."

Yes, I definitely read some good books in 2020! Hope you have a Happy New Year Tiffany :)

And a Happy New Year to you, too!