2024 TBR ~ HIGH PRIORITY FANTASY, SCI-FI, NONFICTION, AND MORE

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[@danielleoliver1734]

Some people I follow have what they call a ‘pile of possibility’ instead of a TBR and just list 10 or so books that appeal to them at the moment but might change at a whim which is a good way to show books that your interested in currently without making a concrete plan. Also I loved the Will of the Many, it takes a little while to get into the world but it’s definitely worth it

[@MortMe0430]

I really like "pile of possibility "! It carries less expectation (and inevitable disappointment lol) than a tbr. I'm gonna call it that from now on.

[@run_conquer_prevail_9189]

Oh! I love that! I’m going to start calling it my pile of possibly now, too

[@RebeccasInBookLove]

I love that too!!

[@brooklynkelsey703]

i love the name as well but will continue to plan my tbr because I like planning even if I never read all the books haha

[@just_bea_weird]

Love the name as well. Others call it MBR - May be read. Same concepts. As a viewer I never hold a content creator accountable for not reading the TBR, I always see it as the books they're most excited about.

[@jadeclifton8806]

Oh my god!!! When is your book coming out???🤩. I loved peace and turmoil. ❤

[@RebeccasInBookLove]

I loved Addie LaRue - it’s very character driven and the writing is beautiful. It will always be a favorite for me ❤️

[@michaelaporee260]

I am a mood reader so I have a “tbr” for the year which is really just books I want to read that year or eventually so 🤷🏽‍♀️

[@laura.is.learning]

You really need to promote your book more! I am half way through Peace and Turmoil and good god! This is good and a wild ride and I am glued to it!

[@bisma1352]

Ooh i agree i had no idea she wrote for the longest time. what would you say is the strength of the book? I'm hoping it has good character writing because i care about that most and i think elliot does too from her videos

[@laura.is.learning]

@@bisma1352 ok so I finished it already and I can't wait for the next one! My favorite thing was how there is no good/evil character. Everyone is just doing the best they can under very shitty circumstances. The characters felt extremely real and well developed. I loved the story development. It does feel like this book is a huge setup for what is to come in the world but that does not mean it is boring. It is action packed and full of adrenaline inducing moments. I have seen some people say the start of the book was slow but honestly if you are a fantasy reader that is no different from other fantasy works and it was immersive from the get go. Lastly, i really enjoyed the plot twists and the ending scenes. My heart was ripped out! Anyways go read this ASAP! Ps. For some reason the paperback copy is a sensory experience to behold. The pages are so smooth and the edges of the book are silky and soft and I just kept petting it because of how good it felt.

[@AJ_12-09]

But it's been so long since Elliot has shared anything regarding book 2​@@laura.is.learning

[@maegantaylor5094]

I just finished a reread of The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue. It is one of my all time favorites, very lyrical and character driven. I love VE Schwab's works, but this one is 100% my favorite by her. So many beautiful quotes, definitely made me tear up a few times! Hope you enjoy it!

[@ReadingNymph]

I adored Addie LaRue, very different to V E Schwabs other works but so well done

[@riva7rau]

I loved Addie LaRue. Loved the themes, the premise, Cried through the last several chapters. The Will of the Many is also on my near term TBR, though probably more like February or March. In January I want to read The City of Last Chances by Adrian Tchaikovksy, The Way of Kings, which I haven't read yet (I have read Mistborn Era 1, Elantris, The Soul of the Emperor, and the first three secret project novels), and continue reading the Expanse series. I've loved all three novels in the Locked Tomb series that have been published to date, and I would suggest listening to the audiobook. The same person narrates all of them so far; she's awesome, and her voice is what I will hear any time I think about these books. Just know that they are strange, weird, and complex - all in a way I really enjoy.

[@regulah2125]

I liked Addie Larue a lot but I also expected more from it. I wanted to see so much more of the world explored throughout the flashbacks in different time periods.

[@dutch_blades]

I just noticed the fact that we've got a shelf set up nearly the exact same way :p First Law --> Mistborn --> SA with the same editions of all three series. The only difference being that I have Edgedancer and Dawnshard inserted in between SA.

[@callyhale2671]

Ohh I highly suggest taking the Discworld started quiz for where to start. Equal Rites is my favorite. Love Sir Terry!

[@_ashleylh]

I read Addie LaRue back in 2021 before I watched a lot of BookTube, so I had no idea it was hyped. I borrowed it from my library because it sounded interesting and it went back before I could finish it. I loved it so much I had to instantly buy a physical copy. I loved the writing and was very immersed in the book. So I think it's grand that you're going in without expectations. I haven't read the Darker Shades series but it is high priority for this winter season.

[@MacScarfield]

For 2024 I plan to start with «After Rome» by Morgan Llywelyn (set in Post-Roman Britain) and «Alv Erlingsson» by Tore Skeie (about a Norwegian 13th Century Jarl who became a Privateer and Rebel), which I had to push over from my December TBR/MBR. After that, I have «Stonehenge» by Bernard Cornwell (about the Creation of Stonehenge during the Neolithic Period), «Imperium» by Robert Harris (about the Roman Politician Cicero), «Når Landet Mørknar» (approx.: «When the Land Darkens”) by Tore Kvæven (set in the Norse Settlement of Greenland during the 13th Century, winner of the Norwegian Brage Prize for Best Norwegian Novel in 2018), «Egil Skallagrimsson» by Halvor Tjønn (about the (in-)famous 10th Century Icelandic Viking & Skald who became a Bloodsworn Enemy of the Norwegian Viking King Eirik Bloodaxe), «The Dragon Lord» by David Drake (Arthurian S&S), «The Last Light of the Sun» by Guy Gavriel Kay (Fantasy inspired by the Viking Great Heathen Army and King Alfred the Good), «Ash: A Secret History» by Mary Gentle (Alt-Historical Fiction inspired by the Mercenary Wars of the Renaissance) and the «Lyonesse» Trilogy by Jack Vance ((pre-)Arthurian Fantasy)! I also hope to get to «Augustus» by John Williams (epistolary novel about the Eponymous Roman Emperor), «Alamut» by Vladimir Bartok (about the Medieval Order of the Assassins) and «The Long Ships» by Frans Bengtson (the Classic Viking Adventure Story). I will continue with «Wise Mans Fear» by Patrick Rothfuss, the «Bernicia Chronicles» by Matthew Harffy and «Bloodsworn Saga #3» by John Gwynne. I also hope to get to the «Boudica»-series by Manda Scott, the «Gael Song»-series by Shauna Lawless and the «Horatio Hornblower»-series by CS Forester, as well as the next books by Vaughn Roycroft and our dear Professor Philip Chase!

[@laku_u]

Boudica and Gael Song are amazing series! Hope you'll enjoy them when you get to them!

[@mdmtoad2319]

Thanks for your content this year. It has become a habit to listen to your videos while I am working and I really love your recommendations. Thanks to you I found a few new favourites. Merry Christmas to you and your family and happy new year.

[@Laf631]

My goal this year is to finish rereading my entire shelf and decide what gets to keep its spot and what I'm going to sell/donate for more space.

[@catsandbats77]

I absolutely adore Addie LaRue. So far, it's my favorite VE Schwab book. I have only read a few Terry Pratchett books but have loved each one I've read and have more that I own and need to read.

[@arianabanda2201]

The unmaking of June farrow is so beautiful and definitely one of my favorite books this year 😍😍

[@libraryhours585]

I just read Addie LaRue last week, and I loved it. I’m glad I read it after the hype died down, but I do think it was worth the hype.

[@kateeverling3730]

I listened to how to sell a haunted house on audio and I would say it’s mostly creepy not scary. The parts that got me were some of the ending scenes. Also for Addie larue, I loved it!! One of my favorites by VE Schwab, though definitely different tone wise than their other books

[@AmericanaGardens]

Love that your channel is strictly fantasy. It’s my favorite genre and mostly what I read. 🎉

[@kristen7623]

Adie Larue is my favorite VE Schwab book, and feels very different from all her other works. Also, knowing you through your channel, I think it’s right up your ally 😏

[@KT-dg6wo]

Agreed!! The writing is beautiful

[@caragroff1558]

I enjoyed Addie LaRue a LOT, perfectly hyped in my opinion. It gets a lot of hate from some romantasy readers, the pacing does lag at times, but I think it's one of those books recommended to the wrong readers and just isn't for everyone. Wouldn't classify it in the romantasy genre. Getting Will of the Many for Christmas so will be exicted to read and hear your thoughts!

[@KT-dg6wo]

Addie is my all time fav ❤ can’t wait for you to read!!

[@Elle_is_in_Wonderland]

Clytemnestra was my second favorite book of the year out of 70 books. Enjoy 💝

[@itsmevicious]

I've found so many great books through your recommendations (the best two of this year being Fireborne and Nettle & Bone). Thanks so much for all the content!

[@jaredcorrell5045]

I just started reading the Shades of Magic series, due in large part to your glowing recommendations, and I'm loving it! I definitely want to read more V.E. Schwab in 2024.

[@latasharenay3890]

I'm so jealous of that copy of Divine Rivals. I want a pretty edition of that beautiful book so bad.

[@sandyokey1019]

I read Addie Larue last January after seeing it in one of your videos. I loved it! It was my favorite book of the year up until September when it was dethroned by ML Rio, but it’s still a closest to the top second. And it was my first by VE Schwab, so there’s that too. Obviously it’s a sentimental favorite for you to read this year😊. Happy holidays to you and your family. I think it’s very sweet of you to dog sit for your mom so she can be with her grandchildren for Christmas ❤️

[@Laf631]

Heads up for you on System Collapse: it picks right up after book 5 (Network Effect) and she doesn't do that thing where characters explain to each other things they know for the benefit of the reader, so you may want to refresh yourself on book 5 if it's been a while.

[@margo_h_bournevaux]

I’ve been wanting to read more and I feel like setting goals like “this month TBR” could really help 🧐

[@intersexcryptid]

Ooooh, Starling House! I just got that as an audiobook! Alix E. Harrow is AMAZING. I've read her novellas, they're so good, so I expect her novels are also fantastic. Also, it's interesting. You're the second booktuber I watch to be like hmm.... maybe I don't like the tbr thing quite so much. I've been feeling the same. It's a little restrictive.

[@TheBookishMom]

I am kinda leaning away from TBRs a little this year myself I think, Ive been mood reading a lot more lately and just going with whatever comes in on my libby holds and it has been great, though I want to really focus on the books I actually OWN this year as well as self published books I think,. I have a copy of Starling House and I think my audio book hold is coming in so I think that may be one of my early reads this year myself so I am pretty curious as to what you think of it too!

[@anikamercier2651]

I’m reading The Will of the Many now and am liking it so far!

[@giuliakenway6500]

Addie LaRue took me forever to finish but I was also pretty caught up with work at the time. At first I thought I'd have to DNF because I couldn't deal with the lyrical writing, but I got used to it eventually. It's a beautiful and interesting story, but to me more like a piece of art that you could dissect in a lot of ways than as a book, if that makes any sense. I think I'd give it a solid 3 stars if I had to give a rating. Wasn't quite for me, but definitely a worthwhile experience. Personally I wish it had more flashbacks to the different historical times and less focus on a certain someone she encounters time and again, but that just didn't seem to be what the book set out to do 😂

[@isawhat8712]

I'm also going to be spending Christmas time away from my partner due to dogs and family but I read predominantly with a kindle so I'm looking forward to diving into Ruthless Vows with less distractions than normal when the 26th rolls around

[@PrinceOfGenovia]

Hey Elliot - I just wanted to say I’ve been watching your channel for literally years at this point and I trust and value your opinion just as much as anyone else on booktube. I also admire all of your consistency, hard work, and transparency with your audience. In short - you’re one of the best around! I was curious though, is there a reason you don’t interact more with some of the other booktubers in the fantasy space? You name drop them sometimes but I’m seeing these collaborative videos from them, especially with some of these end of the year lists, and I’m always so surprised that you’re not included. Just curious! Hope you and yours have a wonderful holiday season and I’m excited to see what you do in 2024 😊

[@e-nev]

June Farrow totally surprised me and easily became one of my favorite reads of the year. I'm so excited to hear your thoughts on it!

[@KT-dg6wo]

Is it a standalone?

[@e-nev]

@@KT-dg6wo Yes! Making it even better haha

[@deadlightlabyrinth]

I have tried and fallen in love with almost every book rec of yours I've read this year. Thank you so much for taking the time and effort to create and post your content. ❤ Just wrapping up Red Country to tee myself up for Age of Madness, which I'll read prob Q1ish 2024. Looking very forward to it!

[@suzannademey2679]

The Will of the Many was such a mind-blowing read!

[@navvygray]

January looks like a great reading month! I will be starting Oathbringer, but hoping to get to The Will of the Many and Ruthless Vows as well.

[@Tim_with_Tomes_and_Tales]

The Book Leo did a recent video about 2023 trends. In it she hypothesized why Romantasy has become so big. She theorizes it comes out of YA fantasy readers who have grown up but still want the romance in their fantasy... just with more sex and mature themes.

[@judycarol8304]

You could meet Shawn in the half way point between your moms your house. I used to do that between my city and my daughters. We would have lunch and visit and only have to drive an hour each way

[@LucyDisco]

Invisible life of Addie larue is so so good.I finished shades of magic series this year and also fragile threads of power. VE Schwab has become one of my fave authors. Planning to read the villains duology in 2024

[@monicamoskovics8686]

I enjoyed Addie LaRue and Pratchett is a big hit in our home - so many Wee Free Men quotes!

[@johndavis6280]

My wife loved Eddie and she buys every Grady hendrix book she can. She said there is some graphic horror, but also a lot of humor mixed in to each book. There might be triggers for you. Family death is involved.

[@LucyDisco]

Was so great to discover your channel this year ❤

[@HeadsAndTales]

Excited to see what you'll think about The Will of The Many!

[@heatherm561]

I really liked Addie Larue. Such a great idea and execution. I still think about it

[@FreyaWarr]

I read The Shadow of What Was Lost trilogy which is also by the author of The Will of the Many. It was a great trilogy so I’m definitely going to pick up this new one.

[@serenity8910]

I'm so excited for the sequel of Divine Rivals but I think I'll reread Divine Rivals first!

[@brittanywalker5079]

Hi! On patron, which membership should I choose if I want the book club selections? Thanks!

[@jonassevin9950]

Please add Creatures of Conquest to one of your TBR lists! Thank you in advance!

[@tinagarcia3571]

Addie LaRue was good, Grady Hendrix books can be a lot but they have comic relief, I loved loved loved The Unmaking of June Farrow.

[@vanessalamontagne4443]

Of the ones you listed, Addie Larue was the only one I read (first read of 2023) and I gave 3.5/5. I think if I read it again I could rate it a bit higher. I did like it a lot, but my tastes have changed a bit since then. Keeping it vague since you prefer to go in without expectations.

[@Olphas]

I was a bit sceptical about The Will of the Many, as I always am when something gets this amount of hype. These things tend to develop a life of their own. But I finished it a few days ago and it is easily in my Top 5 this year.

[@dontfretreadbooks]

I enjoyed Starling House a lot! I won't say anything about the plot or whatever but I think Alix E. Harrow's prose is stunning. A lot like V.E. Schwab

[@sbayles5593]

I don’t read horror at all and thought How to Sell A Haunted House thinking it was going to be mostly funny. It was scary to me, but I did it as an audiobook so no skimming. Having said that, I’m really glad I finished it and will say I did end up liking it. I haven’t rushed out to read any other horror. But, maybe some day. I liked Addie LaRue but it does drag in some parts. Again, glad I finished it but probably a 3 1/2 for me. I’m reading the Shades of Magic trilogy by the same author now and really enjoying it.

[@oliviaelliston786]

How to sell a haunted house is more petty and childish than scary. I dnf it at page 114. 2 stars and I was being generous. 😂 Thanks for the recommendation❤.

[@tonkabeanicecream5698]

I really love that you are what I would call a middle of the road reader. There are many female reviewers whos opinions I always habe to question because they love what I would call "Books for women". My friend reccomend books for me that I deem books for women, books heavy in romance and sex scenes to which I have tried a couple and I just really dislike them, I have tried to explain this and that theyre written mostly by women, for women and thats great but theyre not interesting to me at all yet I still get reccomended more. Luckily my wife has more middle of the road tastes like you and so I can trust her reccomendations. Just in case anyone tries to say anything bad about me, my favourite series ever is written by a woman.

[@agohl85]

Defiant is so good!

[@lindsayrenee1063]

I really liked starling house and that cover is awesome ❤

[@vr00mie87]

System Collapse audio is on Everand! (Aka Scribd)

[@Tonlocaj]

I would not have wanted to read How to Sell a Haunted House in my empty parent's house since that's where the scary stuff in the book takes place... especially if your mom has any dolls or your childhood stuffed animals around.

[@melsbookshelves]

As a horror reader, Grady Hendrix is typically much more campy and ridiculous than he is scarier. However, there are some disturbing scenes involving puppets/dolls in this one. I loved it but I’m not sure if non-horror readers would.

[@thelazystitcher]

I loved Starling House. It kept me sucked in the whole time. And it’s not very scary or anything (I am also very wimpy about scary things). I also enjoyed June Farrow. It wasn’t quite as good, but it’s a solid book that’s worth reading imo.

[@viktoriabazyk8193]

have you already read all of murderbot?🤯 i must've missed you talking about that :(

[@mathewchan6327]

Since you mentioned puppets I highly recommend The Shadow Glass by Josh Winning 👀

[@faeesmoonpalace]

I didn't find How to Sell a Haunted House to be that scary, but I know some people who were absolutely freaked out by it. And I hated Addie LaRue which made me really sad... it was incredibly annoying. I am however in the minority I believe. Great books on your list; I'm planning on reading The Will of the Many quite early in the year as well.

[@JayGTheAwkwardBookworm]

Yes I need to read starling house too!!

[@fcsolis]

Please show us a glimpse of the cover of the sequel to Peace and Turmoil. Thank you.

[@caitlinl2750]

I’ve read seven of these!!❤

[@mmorgan1980]

I thought The Will of the Many was great. I'm sure you'll like it. I'm curious to see your thoughts on The Future, since it's synopsis made me roll my eyes.

[@serenity8910]

How to Sell... is not that scary. But if you're home alone and you have an attic then maybe... 👀

[@mirela2608]

I liked all the books l read by your recommendation and by that l would say we have pretty similar taste so l would be quite surprised if you like How to sell the haunted house as it's only book in this year l just couldn't finish. I quit like at 60 percent. I was okish until perspective change but after that really l just couldn't. Addie was good book to me personally.

[@angelaholmes8888]

Good luck with reading nonfiction in 2024 😊

[@danielle7127]

Grady Hendrix books in general are not very scary so I think you’ll be fine. I’ve read Horrorstor, the southern book clubs guide, and my best friend exorcism and none of them were particularly scary.

[@dylanpowell1434]

If your mom has any old dolls/puppets/toys displayed in the house I might put off How To Sell A Haunted House. Not terrifying but if if you’re in the same situation as the MCs in could be. It’s a wild ride.

[@taylorraseta2695]

I thought Addie LaRue was an amazing concept & I was so excited because of the great reviews I had seen, but it was a big disappointment for me. I think their other books might be more to my taste! Also, I’m excited to read The Will of the Many soon as well but like you said, I’m trying to stay away from the reviews & have an open mind.

[@lululala4658]

Exact same here!

[@dastandesanta7565]

Hey i would like to recommend the bound and tge broken series by ryan cahill.. its a dragon fantasy series it is soo good.. i think you would love it..and merry christmas by the way

[@morganthomas3111]

I was not a huge fan of Addie. I read a lot of VE Schwab so I do feel like if it had been a standalone by another author I would’ve enjoyed it more potentially just because I have high standards for Schwab’s books but I just didn’t really connect to it. I can see why others do like it but it wasn’t a story meant for me

[@starlasell5698]

❤📚❤️

[@JohnJohnson-ys6tp]

Your husband Shawn? Sniff. ;)

[@sarahhansen8004]

I find Addie LaRue to be overhyped 🥹I loved the first third then got very bored. The past scenes seemed repetitive and the love interest was meh to me. But I hope you like it anyhow 😂