TGIF at GReads is a feature by the fabulous Ginger, who asks us a fun question to answer every week. It's always a joy to be a part of this, and I think everyone certainly should try it out!
Which books do you go to for comfort and familiarity? Is there a type of book you seek out when you're needing that extra bit of comfort in your life?
There are a couple of books that I definitely turn to when I want to find myself among familiar places and friends and stories. Most of these books have been in my life since I was a child and first started reading, and it warms my heart that until today, I still feel they're relevant, fun and some of my favorite books.
Apart from these five books, when I'm in need of a bit of comfort, I also turn to my historical romances. These stories feature swoon-worthy heroes and happily-ever-afters, and I always feel like it's just the thing to make me feel better when I'm down.
I definitely agree about Harry Potter. Not too sure about Narnia.. I feel very ambivalent about the series. :/
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Okay, I LOVE all of the books that you listed. They are all spectacular go to comfort books. I guess it's because they remind me of childhood and innocence? Fantastic choices.
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YEEES to A Little Princess and Harry Potter! Both major parts of my childhood.
ReplyDeletegreat choices! love anne & harry, of course! also, VERY jealous of your currently reading book! have a great weekend!
ReplyDeleteGreat choices, Alexa. I love Anne of Green Gables and just recently bought a new copy :) Can't wait to be able to read Harry Potter with my boys :)
ReplyDeleteAnne Shirley is a pretty delightful character to spend some time with-- she always puts a smile on my face! Great choices!
ReplyDeleteAgreed! I always felt like I could relate to Anne, especially her nature.
ReplyDeleteI can't wait to someday share Harry Potter with my kids. My cousin, who loves the series as much as I do, has offered to buy each of my kids their own set of Potter books, which is the BEST GIFT EVER.
ReplyDeleteI was very lucky - my friend Estelle lent her ARC to me. I read it in one sitting. It was really good! My first experience ever with Echols - and now I know why everyone loves her :)
ReplyDeleteI used to read and watch A Little Princess over and over again when I was younger!
ReplyDeleteI didn't actually pinpoint that, but that's spot on! I always search for the innocence and reminders of my childhood when I'm reading books, especially when I want to be comforted :)
ReplyDeleteLoved Harry Potter books too. I'm not someone who re-reads much, but these would definitely be high on my list.
ReplyDeleteOh I adore Little Princess and Anne! And those covers, I want to get them all :)
ReplyDeleteHarry Potter novels are good comfort reads as well :)
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Great choices! I love Anne of Green Gables.. and Gilbert <3
ReplyDeleteGreat picks! I really need to read some of these ... especially the rest of the C. S. Lewis books -- I've only made it to #3 or #4!
ReplyDeleteI wish I had some childhood comfort reads. Harry Potter is definitely at the top of my reread someday list.
ReplyDeleteOh gosh, I absolutely love the Little House books. And while I've never read Anne of Green Gables, I adored the tv miniseries. Excellent choices!
ReplyDeleteHarry Potter is good for every type of read!! :D Great list I'll have to check a few of these out!
ReplyDeleteGreat choices! I love HP of course, and I totally forgot about A Little Princess! It's actually one of my favorite childhood movies too! :)
ReplyDeleteI reread the HP series every so often. I think I've read Book 7 the most though, because I love that one!
ReplyDeleteThere are so many pretty covers of the classics! And I absolutely adore them all <3
ReplyDeleteYou're very welcome! And Harry Potter <3
ReplyDeleteAnne and Gilbert were one of my first ships, even before I knew to call them a "ship"! Haha.
ReplyDeleteOoh, read the rest of the Narnia series. I absolutely adore them, especially #7!
ReplyDeleteI love the books for Anne of Green Gables. They're so fun to read!
ReplyDeleteThanks! And yes, Harry Potter is good for reading at any time!
ReplyDeleteI've seen that movie so many times! :)
ReplyDeleteThose new covers for A Little Princess and Anne of Green Gables are gorgeous! I seem to be the only person who didn't read Harry Potter growing up although I was the perfect age when it was released.
ReplyDeleteI always tend to reach for favourites from when I was a teenager like the Virgin Suicides or Breakfast at Tiffanys when I'm feeling down.
I think, if you have the time, you should definitely read Harry Potter. It's a lovely series!
DeleteI couldn't agree more with Harry Potter! And I really should do a reread of the Laura Ingalls Wilder books - they were such a fave of mine growing up but I haven't read them in forever! Great choices :)
ReplyDeleteThank you! And HP will always have my heart <3
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