The Worst Books I’ve read in 2022
With just a few days until Christmas and two weeks until the new year, I have started reflecting on the books I have enjoyed this year out of the 90 books I’ve read. And although I have read some brilliant pieces of literature, there have been some that have made me angry, disappointed me or just have been wrong. Here is a list of books that I do not recommend you give as presents to your loved one, and I do recommend you do to your enemies.
Princess of Souls - Alexandra Christo
As I have spoken before in this blog, this book was the year's biggest disappointment. From the lack of character development and just a boring plot, this was an outstandingly easy 2-star review from me.
Galatea - Madeline Miller
Although the writing in Galatea wasn’t too bad, this one was just a work of rubbish. It felt like a waste of time on my part and a brilliant way to get money from those who did enjoy Miller’s other stories. Galatea isn’t the best Greek mythology out there so do not waste your time reading it.
The Love Hypothesis - Ali Hazelwood
Oh, TikTok, you have done it again. You have failed me. A genuinely boring and disappointing read that although it took me from my surgery recovery misery, it just created a new misery all on its own!
Franny and Zooey - J.D. Salinger
I genuinely love the Catcher in the Rye, but this book felt way too self-absorbed and self-involved.
The Cat Who Saved Book - Sosuke Natsukawa
The message behind this book was sweet and moving; however, the execution… I felt like I knew what this book was trying to do, but I also felt like it was trying to create a new Petit Prince, and it just didn’t sit right with me.
Brave New World - Aldous Huxley
Am I the only one who doesn’t like this book? I did not enjoy the writing; however, the classic does have a fantastic ending so I will give it that.
How To Kill Your Family - Bella Mackie
This was murderously boring. From the most extended chapters, I have ever read to the most boring descriptions to a book that should have been fun!
Hopefully, you get an idea of what books to buy for your enemies!