Likewisers’ Picks for Best Books of 2021

Likewise said Best Modern Fiction 🏆 "Simply put...this is the best novel -- of any genre (and let's face it: this novel fits into many) -- that I have read in 2021." - Aaron P.

Likewise said Best Fantasy 🏆 "Everything this author touches turns to gold. The character depth is phenomenal and she hits you with the perfect balance of love, suspense, danger, and anticipation. This series is fantastic!" - Jal G.

Likewise said Best Historical Fiction 🏆 "I love the multiple storylines and perspectives. It's brilliantly organized, not chaotic like you'd think. The story is incredible. So raw, real, yet captivating in an entertaining way. Bits of humor, too." - Alexandra C.

Likewise said Best Horror 🏆 "LOVE LOVE LOVE! This book is insanely fast-paced and I absolutely could not put it down...HIGHLY recommend." - Lauren F.

Likewise said Best LGBTQ+ Book 🏆 "Absolutely loved this book! Super witty and funny with great characters and character development. I loved the romance and the little hint of sci-fi as well. Highly recommend!" - Maddy

Likewise said Best Mystery 🏆 "Such a funny murder mystery. It had me laughing out loud!" - Kelsey F.

Likewise said Best Romance 🏆 "I loved this book! I finished it and immediately wanted to reread. It has been years since I felt that way about a book. It's funny, it's charming, and boy does it have women in STEM!" - Alien

Likewise said Best Science Fiction 🏆 "This book is pretty much perfect...great dialogue, action-packed, emotionally draining, hilariously funny, and the science completely works from a layman's viewpoint. Weir has outdone himself." - Robena B.

Likewise said Best Thriller 🏆 "Captivating from the beginning. The character development is amazing and you really connect with the two main characters. The ending was not a cliché but well-tied together." - Erynn H.

Likewise said Best Young Adult Book 🏆 "I LOVE THIS BOOK. I read it over the weekend and I just could not stop. Literally everything about it: the badass protagonist, the romance, the betrayal. I could go on and on. READ IT!" - Elise

Likewise said Best Nonfiction 🏆 "This was an extremely emotional memoir and was really beautifully written." Olivia H.