4 Awesome Starter Books You Should Read

These four awesome books were originally listed on a static page (like the pages above), but I figured it was out of place there and should have a home with the rest of my book recommendations.

So I’ve decided to make a post of it.

I call them “starter books” for lack of a better term (if you know of one, let me know!). Three are the first books in their respective series; one of the books being not part of a series, but an introduction into the kinds of books the author writes.

The Thief By: Megan Whalen Turner
The Thief is the first book in a fantasy quartet. The thief in question is the main character, Eugenides (nicknamed Gen). It’s tough with a series like this to review a single book. There are so many plot twists that I’m not quite sure what I’m giving away. There are thieves, political intrigue, love, and more, all set in an ancient Greek/Byzantine-like setting. The stories revolve around the countries of Eddis, Attolia, and Sounis and all involve Gen. Interestingly, they’re all written in different points of view which allows for an in-depth look into Gen’s character.  I read the books slightly out of sequence, but they’re amazing in any order.

Friday’s Child By: Georgette Heyer
Georgette Heyer’s historical romances are different from every other historical romance. I admit to

Peter Pan

In case this story and my booklist didn’t tip you off, I’m a bit fascinated by Peter Pan.

Because of the infinite possibilities of Neverland (I like real food as much as the next person, but nothing beats the wide range of imaginary food).

Because the story is rife with psychological nuances and brilliant insights.

Because who doesn’t want Peter Pan to appear at her bedroom window to fly her (fly!) to Neverland?

Because as fantastical as the world of Peter Pan is, there are pearls of truth strung throughout.