Top Ten Tuesday - Books To Read During A Storm

 

Welcome back to another Top Ten Tuesday. Top Ten Tuesday is a weekly bookish meme hosted by that artsy reader girl since 2018. It was born out of a love for books and lists. It intends to bring bookworms together. This week's prompt was books that we'd read during a storm. Honestly, I don't get a lot of storms (other than sandstorms) where I live, but I thought it would be fun to imagine what books I would reach for in those situations. I don't know if I'll get to ten, hopefully, I'll have enough for this list. To make things a little more organized I've decided to sort my picks into books I would read during a rainstorm, snowstorm, and sandstorm. Links will take you to my reviews.

This Week's Topic: Books To Read During A Storm

During A Rainstorm

1. A Curse So Dark and Lonely by Brigid Kemmerer

When I thought of rain one of the first books that came to mind was A Curse So Dark and Lonely. I'm not sure why, but the vibe of some parts of the story feels perfect for stormy weather.

2. Eva Evergreen - Semi Magical Witch by Julie Abe

 

Eva Evergreen Semi Magical Witch is a middle-grade fantasy following Eva, a novice witch, trying to become a full-fledged witch. However, a dangerous magical storm stands in her way, and she must do whatever she can to protect the people around her. I had to include this heartwarming tale here. The rainstorm is so destructive, and it's a major part of the plot.

3. The Hatmakers by Tamzin Merchant

Rather than the atmosphere, the storm in the opening scene in this book is such an exhilarating way to start. I just had to add this book for that storm alone.

4. The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes by Arthur Conan Doyle

I don't know about you, but sometimes what I want to read during a storm is a good mystery. What better way to spend my time than reading The Adventures Of Sherlock Holmes. Strangely reading during a storm makes me want to read the short story collection rather than a novel. Also, 221 Baker's Street is in London, and when I think London I think unending rainfall.

During A Snowstorm

1. The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern 

The first chapter of The Night Circus will always come to mind when I think of snow. Imagining myself waiting for the circus to open just conjures an image of a snowstorm.

2. I Am Half-Sick Of Shadows by Alan Bradley

I am Half-Sick Of Shadows is the fourth book of the Flavia de Luce mystery series by Alan Bradley. I love the series and this book is one of my favorites. Set during Christmas time, nearly all the townspeople are spending time in the delivery Luce Manor when someone is found dead. The storm has trapped everyone in the manor, yet Flavia is excited because she has a killer to catch.

3. A Far Wilder Magic by Allison Saft

One of the best books I read this year. A Far Wilder Magic made it's way on to my list because of its atmosphere. It often feels like a cold wintery tale which makes me think of snow and stormy weather.

4. Murder On The Orient Express by Agatha Christie

The Murder On The Orient Express is one of the first books that came to mind when I thought of snow. After all, the train passengers face quite an inconvenience because of it.

During A Sandstorm

1. Spin The Dawn by Elizabeth Lim

I don't know why but a sandstorm makes me want to read something adventurous, and of course, with a desert. Spin The Dawn immediately came to mind as one of the places the main characters go to on their quest is in the middle of the harsh, scorching desert, where sandstorms are fatal.

2. We Hunt The Flame by Hafsah Faizal

My first desert/Arabian inspired fantasy. When I think of sand We Hunt The Flame is what I want to read.

If you haven't read my review of Powerless by Lauren Roberts yet, you can do so here.

Thanks for reading!