Top Ten Tuesday – 10 Favourite Reads for 2020

Posted December 29, 2020 by elzaread in Top Ten Tuesday / 68 Comments

 

Greetings! Can you believe it’s the last TTT for 2020? Not sure if we should be happy or sad about it. Aaah well, it’s still the prompt we are all waiting for the whole year, of any year. Your favourite reads!

Me and Mommy has read 75 books this year (still counting, as I’m sure we can fit in at least two or three more), but our favourites weren’t hard to pick. 

Just for a bit of fun, I’ve asked a few gorgeous fellow feline kings and queens to present our best reads for 2020. We can all do with a bit of glitz and glam and wearing a crown sure does add some sparkle to the last few days of this dreadful year. 

So without any further ado, I present, on the Elza Reads Catwalk, our Top Ten Books read in 2020. As with any other countdown, we will start with Number 10 and work our way down to the winner. 

Skarlaken deur Irma Venter – One of the best plots in a long time. So sorry it’s not available in English yet, but just be patient, it’s coming soon! 
Ninth House by Leigh Bardugo – Chills and thrills and ghosts to spare.

The Aviator’s Wife by Melanie Benjamin – Best History lesson this year.
The Kind worth Killing by Peter Swanson – That bit of crazy that keeps us sane.
The Ickabog by J.K. Rowling – We all needed a “Once upon a time” Fairytale this year.
City of Girls by Elizabeth Gilbert -“The world just happens to you sometimes, is what I think. And people just gotta keep moving through it, best they can.”

Vywervrou Trilogie deur Chanette Paul – My other Afrikaans selection for 2020. I couldn’t choose between the three. I do hope that one day they will be available in English. Delightful mermaids. 
The Alice Network by Kate Quinn – Okay, this is our cheat book. My Mommy is not exactly finished with it. She still savors it and it will linger for some time to come.
Miss Benson’s Beetle by Rachel Joyce – Up until Boxing day, this was our number one choice for 2020. I cannot recommend it enough. Such a brilliant book. 
The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse by Charlie Mackesy – And in the last days of this year filled with fear, turmoil and uncertainties, a little book arrives that filled us with hope, love and peace for a better tomorrow. 

Thank you, beautiful Jana @ That Artsy Reader Girl for hosting Top Ten Tuesday in 2020. We are looking forward to all the new and fun prompts in 2021!
What were your favourite books for 2020? 

We wish you all a Happy New Year!
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68 responses to “Top Ten Tuesday – 10 Favourite Reads for 2020”

  1. Lynn

    Lovely looking list. I've only read Ninth House but I've added Mrs Benson's Beetle to my wishlist given your strong recommendation.
    Lynn 😀

  2. thecuecard

    Nice list. You have me wanting to read The Aviator's Wife and Rachel Joyce's new book — which I hadn't even known had come out this year …. wow! I did like her Harold Fry book years ago. You must have really liked her new book … so I will seek it out ! thanks.

    • Elza Reads

      If you've enjoyed Harold Fry, you should read The love letters of Miss Queeny Hennesy as well. I think you will love Miss Benson's Beetle!

      I'm so glad you spotted some books you think you might enjoy reading on here.

      Happy reading in 2021!

    • Elza Reads

      HI Dedra! Thanks! It was so much fun doing this one!

      Hope you will also have a wonderful 2021 with the greatest books coming your way.

  6. Hanna @ Booking in Heels

    I LOVED Ninth House, and it made it onto my Best Books of 2019 post last year. I can't WAIT for the second book to come out!

    Miss Benson's Beetle is on my TBR and I'm actually excited about it. I've read two of the author's previous books which I liked an okay amount, but this one sounds perfect.

    • Elza Reads

      Hi Hannah! Miss Benson's Beetle is somewhat different than the other books by Rachel Joyce. Utterly delightful.

      I know!!! I also can't wait for the rest of the series of Ninth House!!!

      Happy New Year and thanks for stopping by.

  7. IzaBzh

    I just had The box, the mole etc in my hands yesterday and… bought another. I know, I know. I need to read Leigh Bardugo and The aviator's wife, Miss Benson's beetle… I'll get to them come what may. Great choices !

    • Elza Reads

      Hi IzaBzh! I'm not upset with you at all my friend. Mark my words, you are going to pick it up somewhere again and then it will go home with you. It's short and lovely and you would want to see it on your book shelf.

      Hope you get to these ones soon! But remember, reading is for fun and don't ever let it become anything more!

      Happy New Year!

  8. Shannon @ It Starts at Midnight

    Your graphics are so cute I cannot even handle it! And no, I cannot believe that it is almost 2021, my goodness! I have not read any of the books on your list, but I swear one day I will get to Ninth House hah. Hope you have a wonderful New Year!

    • Elza Reads

      Hi Shannon! So glad you like them, aim achieved! Yes, in just a couple of hours it will be 2021! I think most people are a bit apprehensive and not quite sure if we should be excited or not.

      At least we know we can look forward to some great books and that makes all things bearable!

      Happy New Year Shannon!

    • Elza Reads

      Hi dear Heather! I'm sure there's one or two on here that you might find enjoyable.

      Hope you are well and that 2021 will treat you like a queen!

  12. Deb Nance at Readerbuzz

    To see what you have read this year on Goodreads, go to your profile page. Look down on the right hand side of the page. You will see 2020 Reading Challenge. Below that is your Year in Books. Click on that and it will show you stats about the books you read last year.

  14. Greg

    I can't believe it's the last TTT of 2020! Not gonna miss this year though, truly. So… your books look good! The Aviator's Wife looks nice, and I like books set during WWII as well.

    Hope you have a happy New Year!!!!

    • Elza Reads

      We are back on a very strict Lock Down Level 3. So the new year is just gonna come and go. I've started with my new planner and everything on Monday, but now I've lost speed again. Maybe tomorrow!

      I'm going to read now…

    • Elza Reads

      Thank you Laura! Blogging is nothing if it isn't loads of fun. Miss Benson's Beetle is a delightful read. I'm sure you are going to love it.

      Happy New Year!

    • Elza Reads

      Hi Jessica! Different tastes for different people! But I hope you can find something that you will really like on our list. I'm hopping over to you now and see if I can topple by TBR pile even more….

      Happy New Year!

    • Elza Reads

      Hi there Maya! We are also quite proud of ourselves and it does appear as if we will get to a few more! So glad you enjoyed our Catwalk.

      Happy New Year!

    • Elza Reads

      Hi Rachel! Thanks, I had so much fun making the graphics. The Kind worth Killing is a great read and I would read a few more of Peter Swanson's books if I get the change.

      Thanks for returning the favor and happy new year!

    • Elza Reads

      Hi Lindsey! I saw yes!! It was a great read. The Alice Network is the first book by Kate Quinn that I'm reading and I find it highly enjoyable. Will most probably read a few more if I can get my hands on her books.

      Happy New Year Lindsey!

  28. JadeSky

    All of these reads look really good! And I loved all the cat pictures you put next to the covers. That's so cool that you can read in another language…I've never been able to do that. 🙁 Have a Happy New Year, filled with many more good reads! I am so, SO glad that I've found your blog and have been able to read all the lovely posts you put on here!

    My post: https://steppingstonesbookreviews.blogspot.com/2020/12/top-ten-tuesdays-favorite-books-of-2020.html

    • Elza Reads

      Hi there JadeSky! Aaaah, what a lovely compliment! I'm so glad you enjoy our little blog and that it brings some smiles and joy.

      I wish you a lovely New Year as well with tons of really great reads.

  30. Lydia

    Yes, it blew my mind to realize this was the last TTT of the year!

    Your cat pictures are divine. Thanks for stopping by earlier.

    • Elza Reads

      Hi Nicci! I'm sure you are going to love it. It's a good old fairytale and those are always nice!

      Thanks for stopping by and Happy New Year!

  32. Lexlingua

    You know, I think I first discovered The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse on your blog. I just also finished reading it. I wish it could be longer, because I could just keep flipping through the art and the quotes. It was lovely.

    Miss Benson's Beetle looks really awesome and I'm eager to read the Irma Venter too.

    Happy TTT and Happy 2021 in advance!
    ~My Top 10 Tuesday Post @Lexlingua

    • Elza Reads

      The boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse is a book that will linger for ever. You can read it over and over as many times as you want. I'm so glad you find it enjoyable!

      Miss Benson's Beetle is one of those books that I will recommend to just about everyone. It's a wonderful read.

      Thanks for stopping by and Happy New Year!

  33. Lory

    This is the second time I've seen The Boy, The Mole, the Fox and the Horse. Seems like an excellently reassuring read for this time. Thanks for the great list!