Favorite Reads from 2021

I read quite a few books this year. Some of the books I read were rereads. Many of them were new to me. Here are my favorites from this year.

The Library Book by Susan Orlean
This book explores the history of libraries as well as the place that modern day libraries hold in our communities. Libraries have been a part of my life for so long, this felt like I was reading about one of my friends.

Say Nothing by Patrick Radden Keefe
This book focuses on some of the key players in Northern Ireland during The Troubles. While I was vaguely aware of some of the history before I read this book, I really didn’t know much about this time in recent history. What an absolutely fascinating read!

The Poisoner's Handbook by Deborah Blum
Another non-fiction book that I really enjoyed this year. If you want to learn more about the rise of modern forensics, prohibition, the FDA, and medical examiners, I highly recommend this book.

The Nature of Fragile Things by Susan Meissner
Set against the backdrop of the 1906 San Francisco earthquake, this novel explores the meaning of family and home.

A Church Called Tov by Scot McKnight and Laura Barringer
What does a healthy church look like? What does healthy leadership in a church look like? This book tries to answer those questions.

The Hobbit by J. R. R. Tolkien
I convinced my book club to read this book this year. I really enjoyed the reread (as well as the discussion of Bilbo’s adventures). I was reminded again of how much I love Tolkien’s writing.


Any books you read in 2021 that you recommend? I'd love to hear your recommendations.

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