Whichbook
Whichbook helps you select your next read depending on what kind of mood you're in . . . and all without magical fairy dust. You simply choose 4 different combinations from a list of 12 and set the little slider scale thingamabob to which extreme you feel like. For instance, here's what I chose:
On the Expected / Unpredictable line, I moved the slider all the way over to unpredictable. I put it in the middle for Gentle / Violent and Short / Long. And I moved it pretty dang close to the absolutely No Sex end of the spectrum. Then I clicked "Go" and it brought up a page of 20 suggestions. Here are the top 4 that interested me the most . . .
Lighthousekeeping by Jeanette Winterson
Darkness and bright light are shifting like the tide in this complex story, told by the young girl Silver. The wavy rhythm of the storytelling and the lyrical swell of the language made it a delightful and slow read. I could almost taste salt water and smell candle wax while turning the pages. The last part puzzled me. I think I have to read the author’s next book to look for answers.
We Were Liars by E Lockhart
Psychologically chilling fairytale of the Sinclairs, the offspring of an oligarchy, spending halcyon summers in four houses troubled by the pressures of wealth, broken promises and filial strife. Sharp words wound as fragile, lovelorn Cady recounts the schemes and dreams of the ‘four liars’. What happened during their 15th summer? What dark secrets lie beneath the sugarcoated surface? You won’t be expecting the final electrifying crunch.
The Uninvited Guests by Sadie Jones
Fascinating account of the Torrington family's near destruction; an elegant mix of ghost story and Edwardian costume drama that never fails to surprise. Emerald's 20th birthday party takes a completely unexpected turn as the house and party are invaded by mysterious travellers in various decomposed states. Young 'Smudge' and her Great Undertaking lend an unusual twist and humour to a surprising but rather menacing evening and night.
The Fates Will Find Their Way by Hannah Pittard
When 16-year-old Nora Lindell goes missing at Halloween it affects her male contemporaries for the rest of their lives. None can resist speculating on her fate. These imaginings form the greater part of the novel and one of the challenges for the reader is that it’s sometimes difficult to separate reality from fiction. The minutiae of life for the group and the atmosphere of a small Midwest town is utterly convincing. A brilliant novel!
There you have it. Which one should I read? Not that I have the time, but if you're looking for something to read, I highly recommend Whichbook. It's super easy to use and has a wide variety of books to choose from.