I'm a couple of days late, but this week's discussion is "do you have a go-to comfort book?" and the answer to that is a definite yes!
I am a firm believer in rereading. In fact, if I had to pick between never rereading and never reading a new-to-me book, I'd give up new books in a heartbeat. I love the excitement of a new book, of course, but the comfort and certainty of an old favorite can't be beat.
Agatha Christie is a long-time comfort read for me, especially on audio with Hugh Frasier narrating. Even when I remember the plot well, it's a pleasure to follow along and see what clues I've missed in previous readings.
The Anne of Green Gables series is another I reread for comfort. I'm currently rereading the first on audio now, and may continue through the whole series again. The beautiful descriptions, the easy-to-love characters, and the sweet plots bring me such joy.
Jane Austen is my other comfort read. There's no need to try to explain how wonderful an author she is, others have done it far better, but it was love at first read when I was introduced to her in high school. (I'm currently in the middle of a leisurely reread of Emma, with lots of notetaking and highlighting.)
How about you? Do you reread for comfort?
Hello! I just found your blog via Instagram (@ladybookishblog) and we have so many shared books. Glad you are getting a chance to reread. I reread Jane Austen books, The Blue Castle by LM Montgomery (honestly most LM Montgomery books but this is my fav)favorite, Little Women (and most Alcott books), and My Life in Paris by Julia Child. I am sure there are others but cannot think of any.
ReplyDeleteSame as you, Agatha Christie is my number one comfort-reads. And I'm glad there are more and more audio versions of her books. I prefer David Suchet's narration than Hugh Fraser, but both are delightful!
ReplyDeleteAny adventures by Enid Blyton are also a welcome refuge from daily craziness of the world.
I always read for comfort, even if it's a non-fiction book about bad situations. But classics are definitely my biggest comfort read and I absolutely love Jane Austen. I intend to re-read all of her main books next year because it will be her 250th anniversary.
ReplyDeleteHey Lady Bookish here! My comfort reread are Jane Austen novels, Little Women, An Old Fashioned Girl, Little House in the Big Woods, The Blue Castle to name a few!
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