Like to read?

Okay all you bookworms and English nerds out there, here is a test for you. The test will list the first line of 13 different classic novels, and you have to name the novel and author who wrote it.

I scored a 10/13. Not bad. Take the test here.


I always say that the first line of a book is the most important. It is the very first thing your readers will read. Often, when I'm debating whether or not to buy a book, I will open to the first page and read the opening line. Good line - I buy it. Bad line - I put it back.

See if you can name the book that holds these famous first lines.