Let’s chat about those books that should have had a sequel, but for some reason did not.
Julie:
I tend to read a lot of series, or very tied up standalone books that really can’t call for a sequel anyway. But here are some I can think of that could go on.
School Spirits is a spin-off in the Hex Hall world, but is a standalone. There’s a ton more that can be done in this world following Izzy and I’d certainly read some more by this author.
Also, Eleanor and Park could really use some closure.
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Lynn:
I really need to start posting before Julie. She steals all my ideas!
I tend to read a lot of series as well. It seems like stand-alone books are few and far between.
Sticking with the Rainbow Rowell theme, I’d pick Landline. I need to know that Georgie and Neal work everything out and live happily ever after.
I loved The Yiddish Policeman’s Union. And having another mystery for Landsman to solve would be right up my alley.
And who else is hoping for a sequel to The Chemist? Me. That’s who!
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Any stand-alone books that you would want a to have sequel? Let us know in the Comments!
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Stephenie Meyer’s THE HOST! I’ve been waiting for a sequel for years—she originally had one planned—but I don’t think it’s going to happen. Sigh.
Nice blog post idea. I agree good books should always have sequels if possible!
I totally agree about Eleanor and Park. Loved the book- but the ending was not enough. I have had Landline on my list- but now I worry that ends without closure too. I need closure. Great list!
Great picks, ladies! One book that NEEEEDS a sequel is Rites of Passage by Joy Hensley. I need more of those characters, more of the world.
Eleanor & Park for sure needs a sequel. I hope Rowell actually writes one one day. I’d love to see those two several years down the road.
No argument here, Tanya!