Feb, 2008 i have read most of her books, i can recommenf the pact, she has a new one out nineteen minutes which i intend to read. If there is one bookish thing you should know about me, its that im a longtime jodi picoult fan. Elizabeth berg talk before sleep from the publisher. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. My sisters keeper follows the emotional story of a family that has one daughter stricken with a very serious rare form of leukemia and the daughter that. If youre a fan of picoults emotionallycompelling novels, check out these new releases. If you like jodi picoult, try these authors 33 books. Authors to try if you like jodi picoult fuelled by fiction. Kylie ladd goodreads author shelved 1 time as similarto jodipicoult avg rating 3. Popular similar to jodi picoult books showing 150 of 50 into my arms paperback by. See more ideas about books to read, books and reading. If you enjoy her books, you may like the books and authors listed below. My sisters keeper by jodi picoult, the notebook by nicholas sparks, and this charming man by marian keyes. Told in reverse, picoult reveals why a lone gunman has entered a female reproduction clinic and created a hostage situation.
Centered around ethical dilemmas and family dramas, these novels deserve spots beside your picoult collection. Mar, 2012 jodi picoult turns tough topics into bestsellers novelist jodi picoult isnt afraid to traverse morally fraught terrain in her tense family dramas, making her an unlikely fixture on the best. If, like me, the trailer for picoult adaptation my sisters keeper was a little too much for you, make. Anna fitzgerald was brought into this world through ivf so that she could sustain her sister, sophias life who was suffering from acute promyelocytic leukemia. I think that youre a really good writer, and i can see this book going places. Known for tackling tough subjects with humor and sensitivity, her work has earned numerous international, national, and state. Picoults books will make you think and theyll make you cry, but above all else theyll keep you coming back for more. The oysterville sewing circle by susan wiggs check out the weekly recommendation thread. Choose from leaving time, nineteen minutes, andor my sisters keeper. A book s total score is based on multiple factors, including the number of people who have voted for it and how highly those voters ranked the book. This isnt me being a book snob, i want to like her books, as my sister really enjoys them, so itd be nice to have that in common with her, but i just cant make myself love them. But this is one of the most heartwrenching, heartbreaking, most upsetting, sad, miserable, books i have read. Subreddit rules message the mods related subs ama info the faq the wiki this is a moderated subreddit.
Jodi picoult turns tough topics into bestsellers novelist jodi picoult isnt afraid to traverse morally fraught terrain in her tense family dramas, making her an unlikely fixture on the best. She is also the author, with daughter samantha van leer, of two young adult novels, between the lines and off the page. Jodi picoults latest topical novel, nineteen minutes, takes its title from the duration of a highschool shooting rampage perpetrated by peter houghton, a muchbullied new hampshire teenager. For whatever reason, i was intrigued and picked it up. Review of my sisters keeper by jodi picoult good books. A new jodi picoult novel is always something to look forward to, and this year we were treated to both sides of the abortion debate in a spark of light. Fans of jodi picoult know that to read one of her books is emotionally taxing but oh so rewarding. It is our intent and purpose to foster and encourage indepth discussion about all things related to books. Let everyone know about your great taste in books wrap a page from one of jodi picoults bestselling novels around your neck. If you love her books, these selections about family, drama and. Buy a cheap copy of the storyteller book by jodi picoult. Theres a good chance you ll tear your way through her entire back catalog. The genius behind major hits like my sisters keeper and a spark of light, jodi picoult is one of the most popular authors today. If you like jodi picoult, try these authors 33 books goodreads.
Jodi picoult has touched readers deeply with her acclaimed novels, such as keeping faith and the pact. The story is about a year old girl who files a law suit against her parents to earn medical emancipation. If you like her books you may like to try paullina simons. Jodi picoult is the coauthor of the series between the lines. Jodi picoult fans know the ingredients that go into her meticulously researched bestsellers. Paperback jodi picoult books for sale in stock ebay. Authors similar to jodi picoult meet your next favorite book. A guide to jodi picoult books the book thief without words. My sister\s keeper by jodi picoult also by this author.
Gifted with a remarkable ability to make us share her characters feelings people, picoult now explores the complex choices of the heart for a young amish woman the compelling journey of discovery for an urban lawyer who befriends and protects her. I love jodi s books and would love to see what everyone elses favorites of hers are as well. Stories similar to jodi picoults books, stories, and novels like the author, jodi picoults. Feb 07, 2012 this thursday, february 9, 2012, the all good books group will meet to discuss jodi picoults book sing you home at the community of christ church at the corner of 79th street and mission road in prairie village, kansas 7842 mission road. Im still not ready to give up on picoult as a writer, but i just dont get the mass appeal. Keep tissues handy if you pick up my sisters keeper by jodi picoult. The characters are mostly flawed humans with good intentions, making them easy to root for. Like jodi picoult, jill childs doesnt shy away from stories of children in peril. A guide to jodi picoult books so today i decided a post thats kind of interesting and that i hope that youll all enjoy. Jodi picoult received an ab in creative writing from princeton and a masters degree in education from harvard.
New york times bestselling author jodi picoult is widely acclaimed for her keen insights into the hearts and minds of real people. She bases her books on very hushed topics that can easily cause controversy when discussed. Shreve writes leisurely paced novels that focus on complex characters. Nov 26, 2018 the genius behind major hits like my sisters keeper and a spark of light, jodi picoult is one of the most popular authors today. I have read most of her books, i can recommenf the pact, she has a new one out nineteen minutes which i intend to read. In jenna, jodi picoult has created an unforgettable character who will easily endear herself to each and every reader. The bestselling author of 23 novels offers readers unflinching insights through her richly layered characters, pageturning plots, and gripping moral dilemmas. Jan 15, 2017 a guide to jodi picoult books so today i decided a post thats kind of interesting and that i hope that youll all enjoy. Get cozy and expand your home library with a large online selection of books at. This thursday, february 9, 2012, the all good books group will meet to discuss jodi picoults book sing you home at the community of christ church at the corner of 79 th street and mission road in prairie village, kansas 7842 mission road. If you love jodi picoults heartbreaking novels, check out this list of new books for your. Her books are an incredible blend of ethical dilemmas and complex family relationships, all the while delivering heartwrenching emotion and surprising twists. My sisters keeper book by jodi picoult thriftbooks.
The only book of hers i have read was my sisters keeper, and while i liked it enough to get through the whole thing, as soon as i finished i knew i would never read another piccoult book again. Sep 23, 2014 if there is one bookish thing you should know about me, its that im a longtime jodi picoult fan. Picoults books are best read with a box of kleenex at your side. Readalikes for jodi picoult if you like jodi picoult. I think you can consider my books literary, because they make you think, admitting of course that they are also at least a little commercial because they are a compelling read. Nineteen minutes, the storyteller and house rules were my favourites. Here are some question and ideas that may generate some discussion for thursday night. Laurie halse anderson is the new york timesbestselling author who writes for kids of all ages. The girl in times square is really good, in fact it is excellent. These books do the same and cause just as much mayhem.
A lot of white people in my country are being horrified by something that people of colour knew has been there all along. So decided to read the book and find out if it was as good. I remember walking through my middle school library and seeing my sisters keeper on a shelf. Her work has been translated into more than fifty languages and has more.
Cautious, conventional anne shares a deep bond of friendship with the outspoken and eccentric. With jodi picoult as my favourite author, i understood that this book wouldnt be anything less than. A books total score is based on multiple factors, including the number of people who have. Picoult s books are best read with a box of kleenex at your side. Jodi picoult writes wonderful stories of ordinary people thrust into extraordinary situations. If youre looking for more novels featuring this same addictive. But no matter what, you will get a good pageturner. Leaving time published by simon and schuster on 20040406 genres. I started reading at age 3, and i was so excited when, for my birthday. Jodi picoult s my sisters keeper is brilliantly executed, it speaks truth to the hardships of illness, family sacrifices, and the extent one must go to for love. Anything jodi picoult has ever written can be summed up in.
The fictional series of novels was released for public consumption for the first time in 2012 thanks to the fellow efforts of author samantha van leer. She works through the night, preparing the days breads and pastries, trying to escape a reality of. Jun 09, 2019 picoult s books will make you think and theyll make you cry, but above all else theyll keep you coming back for more. Just like picoult, you could pick up one of her books and find yourself immersed in the past, or maybe a legal thriller, or maybe a story of family. What are good quotes for the pact by jodi picoult answers. Chat with other jodi picoult fans at the official uk facebook fanpage. Readalikes for jodi picoult if you like jodi picoult try. What she reads if she loves jodi picoult she reads. To tide you over until picoults october release of small great things. If you like jodi picoult, try these authors score a books total score is based on multiple factors, including the number of people who have voted for it and how highly those voters ranked the book. Oct 20, 2008 she might not be the best author or her books might not be page turners but she is a good author. Books to read if you like jodi picoult newinbooksnewinbooks. Jodi picoult is the author who stole our hearts with my sisters keeper.
If you love jodi picoults heartbreaking novels, check out this list of new books for your reading list. You will if you read my sisters keeper by jodi picoult this is the second book i have read by this author, and it has to be by far the most emotional book i have read this year, maybe ever. Jodi picoult is my second favorite author right after markus zusak, and ive read the majority of her work, illustrated in the picture up. Theres a good chance youll tear your way through her entire back catalog.