Best books of 2008

[Dincrest]

We've talked about the best music, movies, and games of 2008, so how about books, huh?  What were peoples' top picks for '08? 

I haven't read very many 2008 books, but if I had to pick one I'd pick The Watchmen. 

[Eusis]

Wait, are you going by books you read in 2008 or were written (or at least translated to English) in 2008? Because I'm pretty sure Watchmen's disqualified by a full 20 years. :P

There's only two I'd choose and I still need to read through both - An Evil Guest by Gene Wolfe, and Anathem by Neal Stephenson.

[Dincrest]

I was going for written/published in '08.  I could disqualify Watchmen, but my copy of the book has a 2008 copyright date and is totally awesome, so I'll let it slide :P

Other than that the only 2008 books I've read are The Automatic Detective and Too Many Curses by A. Lee Martinez.  I have a soft spot for that author and I did enjoy both books.