22 Best Books of 2022
Hello readers! I have finally made the list of 22 Best Books of 2022. I was going to publish this post last week but couldn’t because of many reasons. Anyways, this list is in order of month so first is the first five star read of the year and last is last five star one. There has been many other five star books but these books were, to me, the best books of the year. You can read full review by clicking on the title.
22 Best Books of 2022
1. Bound by Firelight (Wickery #2) by Dana Swift
This was action packed YA fantasy, a little darker than first book, filled with suspense and interesting twists.
2. The Siren of Sussex (Belles of London #1) by Mimi Matthews
This was a little (very little) slow paced but I loved this especially representation of part Indian hero in the Victorian era.
3. Illuminae (The Illuminae Files #1) by Amie Kaufman, Jay Kristoff
This whole series was amazing so be ready to seeing all three in this list.
4. A Perfect Equation (The Secret Scientists of London #2) by Elizabeth Everett
STEMinist historical romance in the Victorian era. I think that’s more than enough description to read this. I bet you wouldn’t regret this.
5. The Keeper of Stories by Sally Page
Lots of stories within story. This was a hidden gem I discovered in 2022.
6. Gemina (The Illuminae Files #1) by Amie Kaufman, Jay Kristoff
This was the best in trilogy and Nik and Hanna is my favorite pair of the series. If I make an OTP list of 2022, they would be on the top.
7. Obsidio (The Illuminae Files #1) by Amie Kaufman, Jay Kristoff
I didn’t exactly like the ship of Asha and Rhys but what an absolute thrilling rollercoaster ride this was. I so much miss AIDAN (did I tell you it is my favorite AI).
8. The No-Show by Beth O’Leary
I almost didn’t like this because of Joseph but wow… I’m glad I stick with this till the end as the author gave mind-blowing surprise that changed my opinion.
9. The Mad Girls of New York (Nellie Bly #1) by Maya Rodale
Motivating and inspiring historical fiction on real historical figure of New York City’s Gilded Age. I always love historical fiction on real person and this was really amazing and well written.
10. Out of the Clear Blue Sky by Kristan Higgins
I loved this for being different than cheating husband books I read before and also for perspective from the other woman.
11. For the Love of the Bard by Jessica Martin
Second chance romance in Shakespearian town with many literary references was super refreshing.
12. It Happened One Summer (Bellinger Sisters #1) by Tessa Bailey
A very hot and sexy romance with amazing character, setting, and development.
13. The Dead Romantics by Ashley Poston
Poignant, touching, heartwarming romance. I loved the theme of death and grief and the concept of character who can see ghosts.
14. Raybearer (Raybearer #1) by Jordan Ifueko
Lots of themes and layers and an amazing detailed world with remarkable characters. This was full package. I also gave the sequel 5 stars but I think this was the best.
15. Some of It Was Real by Nan Fischer
I loved the concept and theme and characters. There was so much depth and emotions here. I think this was another hidden gem of 2022.
16. The Map and the Scissors by Amit Majmudar
An Indian historical fiction on two historical figures that played part in India’s freedom and partition. This was beautifully written and very thought-provoking.
17. The Belle of Belgrave Square (Belles of London #1) by Mimi Matthews
Another book, part of series that turned out better than first book and also most romantic book of the year.
18. Love on the Brain by Ali Hazelwood
Swoonworthy, hate to love, and refreshing STEMinist romcom.
19. Donut Fall in Love (Donut Fall in Love #1) by Jackie Lau
heartwarming, swoonworthy, delectable romcom with celebrity falling for normal person trope.
20. Legendborn (Legendborn #1) by Tracy Deonn
Arthurian mortal instruments that has lots of layers, depth, and action. I’m sure getting the sequel this year.
21. The Sunbearer Trials (The Sunbearer Duology #1) by Aiden Thomas
Diverse, engaging, adventurous Mexican-inspired YA fantasy.
22. King of Scars (King of Scars #1) by Leigh Bardugo
intense and spectacularly written YA fantasy. Yes, you cannot compare this with Six of Crows but fans of author and Nikolai wouldn’t want to miss this.
Now I always feel it hard to name only one The Best Book of The Year out of the list so this time, I used this reading bracket I found on Pinterest. I chose the best book I read in a particular month for the bracket. There have been months in which I read lots of 5 stars books while in some months I didn’t like many books but one or two were really good in comparison so you might not see those in my best books list above.
Thank you for reading! Let’s chat..,
Which was the best book you read in 2022?
Has any of these been on year best book list?
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Hi, I'm Yesha, an Indian book blogger. Avid and eclectic reader who loves to read with a cup of tea. Not born reader but I don't think I’m going to stop reading books in this life. “You can never get a cup of tea large enough or a book long enough to suit me.”
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Hooked By That Book
I also really enjoyed It Happened One Summer. What a great list.
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That’s amazing! Thank you 😃
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Sumedha @ the wordy habitat
Raybearer is such a good book and I’m glad to see that it made it to your best books list! It was one of my favs in 2021 (I think?) as well. Unfortunately, I didn’t like book 2 as much which was a bummer.
I love how you created a chart showing which book won out of the 22. I meant to make a similar one but forgot about it when the time came to write my post haha.
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I loved sequel too but somehow it didn’t feel like the best like I felt for first book. But I have to say end of duology was the best. I haven’t seen something like that happening in fantasy a lot.
I hope you can make that bracket this year then. I have copied it in my journal so don’t forget too.
thecritiquesofafangirl
I have heard so many good things about so many books on this list!
I am so happy that you has such a great reading year and hope that 2023 is even better
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Thank you! I hope you can add many of these to your TBR and enjoy them. Wish you amazing 2023 in reading and life as well.
Lashaan Balasingam @ Roars and Echoes
I’m amazed that you got so many 5 star reads throughout the year. I think I only had 2 myself hahah Love the list though and I won’t lie that I had a feeling Gemina would win it for some reason. 😀
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I hope you get many five star this year then. Gemina is easy win. I’m definitely getting more books by Jay Kristoff this year.
Rosepoint Publishing
Love your 22 best books monthly tree graphic, Yesha. So unique and very imaginative!
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Thank you, Virginia! ❤️
Susy's Cozy World
How many interesting books!! I have only read The Illuminae Files and I loved that series, so I am glad to see that here!
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It’s really amazing series. It made me wish to read more sci-fi. Thank you, Susy!
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Carol @ Reading Ladies
The only one I’ve read is Belle of Belgrave and I enjoyed it! 🙌
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That’s great to know. I hope you find one from this list to add to TBR.
Carla
I have read several of these books and enjoyed them, Yesha. I still need to read the Mimi Matthews books. Nice list.
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Thank you, Carla! You’ll love Mimi Matthews books.
Laurel Ann Nattress
I am glad to see both of Mimi Matthews’ book on your best of 2022 list, Yesha. I am looking forward to the next two books in the series.
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Me too! I can’t wait to see Anne and Felix’s love story.
WendyW
I like how you did the bracket! I loved many books on this list and some I want to read. King of Scars is now on my TBR.
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I loved this duology. The sequel Rule of Wolves is even better than King of Scars.
Jo
What a great list, and I love that bracket diagram!
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Thank you, Jo!
Claire 'Word by Word'
Very original the bracket at the end, I too do One Outstanding Read of the Year, usually I know during the year when I’ve read it, it lodges in my mind and doesn’t let go and if nothing else pushes it aside, then Voila, it becomes my One Outstanding Read of the year.
I haven’t read any on your list, but a few of them sound intriguing. My Top Read was Drive Your Plow Over the Bones of the Dead by Olga Tokarczuk translated from Polish. An amazing read.
Happy Reading in 2023 and enjoy your tea! 🍵
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Thank you! My problem is I often come across many outstanding books during the year that makes it hard to chose just one. I also love this idea of bracket and I ‘ll use if for 2023 as well. I ahven’t heard about that.. I need to read more translated books. I will sure keep that in mind. Thank you and wish you fantastic reading in2023 as well.
Lady Tessa
I love the bracket! I have one in my new book journal that I’m going to try this year. Excellent post 😊
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Thank you, Tessa! I copied this in my journal as well. It’s super fun to compare books at the end of the year and see which one wins.
radiosarahc
Brilliant list, I loved The Keeper of Stories
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It was perfection. Thank you!
Reading Tonic
Fabulous post, Yesha! I love the bracket of the best books and the winners- couldn’t agree more! Redemptor was a bit short, but Raybearer was in a league of its own.
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Thank you, Toni! I loved the sequel, it answered many questions but Raybearer is just amazing. It’s funny how some duology are overall amazing but we find only one of them the best.
nickimags @ Secret Library Book Blog
Fab list Yesha! I want to read or listen to The Keeper of Stories as I remember how much you enjoyed it!
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I can’t wait to see what you think about it. I’m sure you’ll love it too. thank you!❤️
Eustacia | Eustea Reads
What a fun list! Love the bracket at the end – congrats to the winning book!
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Thank you! It was fun to see which will win.
Nehal Jain
Aaah, this list!! I wanna read all these so bad now, especially since I’m in a slump. Illuminae has been on my tbr since forever, good to know it’s in this list.
Awesome post!
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Iluminae will be perfect to cure slump. What a thrill ride and don’t have a single dull moment. It will be my all time fav series now.