I can't resist recs from other readers so I'madding them all to my To Be Read pile… which is growing a lot. I'm putting them here to keep them organized and would love to hear your review if you've read them.
There's so much hype around this book it's impossible to ignore. But I'm a bit wary of war stories so I'm not naturally drawn to it. Convince me!
The Women: A Novel| Kristin Hannah
Another one I've heard a lot about but am not sure I want to read. a retelling of a classical? I'm more drawn towards new premises. Have you read it?
The Wrath and the Dawn (Wrath and the Dawn Series #1)| Renée Ahdieh
This is one I really want to read. It's the kind of synopsis I'm drawn to.
Broken Country / Clare Leslie Hall
I'm in two minds about this one. If you've read the colors series by Jasper Fforde, you'll know that the plot seems similar. Is it original enough?
Red Rising (Red Rising Series #1)| / Pierce brown
I've read The was of kings and it's sequel by Sanderson but none of the Cosmere books yet. Still, since I like what I've read, I think I'll give this one a try.
Tress of the Emerald Sea: A Cosmere Novel| Brandon Sanderson
This is right up my alley. I'm actually wondering if I haven't started it a while ago.
Assassin's Apprentice (Farseer Series #1)| Robin Hobb
This one also comes with a large number of recommendations. I'm a little bummed that it only seems to be available on Amazon as I tend to boycott them.
The Sword of Kaigen: A Theonite War Story
I usually love dark academia but it has to be really well written. Does this one fit the bill?
Nightshade: Sorrowsong University Book 1| Autumn Woods
This one I think I want to read. Did you?
My Husband's Wife: A Novel| Alice Feeney
Not usually a big fan of dystopia so I don't know. Is it worth it?
Station Eleven| Emily St John Mandel
This one I am drawn to. I'll let you know once I read it. Edited tonadd I started it but have switched to something else. May come back to it but it didn't grip me right away.
Ink Blood Sister Scribe (A Good Morning America Book Club Pick)| Emma Törzs
I like time travel so I'm inclined to want to read it. What do you think?
The Unmaking of June Farrow: A Novel| Adrienne Young
I came across this one in someone's list of overlooked books. The synopsis speaks to me and I hope it is as witty as advertised.
The Unselected Journals of Emma M. Lion: Vol. 1| Beth Brower
A new release advertised as a gripping psychological thriller. I love the idea!
Ask for Andrea: Deluxe Stenciled Edges|Paperback
A historical fiction advertised as being on the Louise Penny investigative level. I love Louise Penny so this is at the top o my list.
The Frozen River - Ariel Lawhon
I love anything around language so this one is also at the top of my list. Edited to add I'm about halfway through and struggling. I find it boring really. It reads like a boring historical textbook, not a gripping novel. I can't connect with the her...
Babel: Or the Necessity of Violence: An Arcane History of the Oxford Translators' Revolution|Hardcover
Am I in the mood for a rom com? Apparently this one is funny, which I like. I think I'll give it a go.. edited to add I've finished it and it's a nice romance, well written and with good dialogs.
Book Lovers By Emily Henry
I've loved the Me before you series so I think I want to read more JoJo Moyes.
The Giver of Stars- A Novel by Jojo Moyes
A retelling of Huckleberry Finn frome the point of view of Jim. I've only seen rave reviews.
James: A Novel by Percival Everett
I've enjoyed the first two books in the Way of Kings series and this is number 3. I've actually started reading it but I read several books in parallel and it took a backseat for a while. Not because I don't like it but because I wanted to make it la...
Oathbringer (Stormlight Archive Series #3) by Brandon Sanderson
Just came across this rec. It does sound intriguing.
Us Against You by Fredrik Backman
Magic and murde in the 1902s. Sounds promising.
The Diviners (Diviners Series #1) by Libba Bray
Just finished it and it was a fun read. There's a lot of witty banter and references and it's a little on the side of parody but still fast paced.
How to Become the Dark Lord and Die Trying|Paperback
Another one in the sarcastic witty recs list. Can't wait!
The Devils|Hardcover
Apparently Parker is a pen name for Tom Holt, whose books I've always enjoyed so this one should be right up my alley.
Sister Svangerd and the Not Quite Dead
Another one for the epic fantasy satiric list.
Orconomics|Paperback
I just came across a rec for this one. I haven't read a classic in a while but it sounds delightful.
Stoner| John Williams
I've just heard about it but iwas a Pulitzer winner so it must be good.
Lonesome Dove
Another intriguing one. Will ́let you know.
Free Food for Millionaires|Paperback
Another intriguing one.
A Tale for the Time Being|Paperback
I finally managed to find recs from an older woman rather than very young adults. The synopsis of this one has many things Iove like time travel and mystery so it's going to the top of my pile.
The Book of Lost Hours (GMA Book club pick) - Hayley Gelfuso
Another rec from a not-YA person. Sounds interesting.
Legends & Lattes: A Novel of High Fantasy and Low Stakes| Travis Baldree
I've just come across this rec and had never heard of it but the plot seems interesting.
Pines (Wayward Pines #1)|Paperback
I haven't read a good romance in a while and this looks like it could be one.
Summer in the City (Deluxe Limited Edition): A Novel|Hardcover
4.6 on Goodreads... this one is actually getting me excited!
The Will of the Many (Hierarchy Series #1)|Paperback
Intriguing. This was in a Bestsellers list and I'm not always attracted to these as a rule but it said “word of mouth bestseller” so it made the cut.
Theo of Golden - Allen Levi
Sounds promising and I've read good reviews. One mentioned flowy solid prose which is important to me in these times when very young writers often mistake an interesting plot for a good book.
The Maid and the Crocodile: A Novel in the World of Raybearer|Paperback
I've read a mix of rave reviews and mixed ones but I think I like the idea.
An Arcane Inheritance (Standard Edition)|Paperback
Since I've loved Cogman's Invisible Library series, I'm quite sure I'll like this one. Next on my reading list.
Scarlet| Genevieve Cogman
Wow, I finally found a rec reel with something else than YA fantasy. This looks right up my alley!
Same Bed Different Dreams: A Novel|Paperback
Can you believe I've never read it? Yeah, me neither.
Catch-22| Joseph Heller
A romantasy advertised as well-written and with a complex dystopian plot.
A Forbidden Alchemy| Stacey McEwan
Ooohhh I'm excited to read this one. Found it in a recs for books to read before the movies come out video and it does look good.
Margo's Got Money Troubles: A Novel| Rufi Thorpe
Also to be read before I see the movie. I like the synopsis a lot.
Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow| Gabrielle Zevin
Sounds interesting.
This Story Might Save Your Life: A Novel| Tiffany Crum
Also sounds interesting. Was advertised as fun.
The Girls Before: A Novel - Kate Àice Marshall
I read Affinity and found ot interesting so hopefully this one will be too.
Fingersmith|Paperback
Ooohhh, I've just realized the second book in the Dark Lord series is out. Can't wait! - Edited to add I've finished it, it was a quick but enjoyable read. I'm going to read more Django Wexler.
Everybody Wants to Rule the World Except Me| Django Wrexler
I've loved everything from Alison Goodman so far so I have to read this one too.
Eon: Dragoneye Reborn (Eon Duology Series #1)|Paperback
Another rom com which sounds interesting.
Summer Fridays: A Novel|Paperback
I don't necessarily want one more fantasy with magic serie but it has good reviews.
The City of Brass (Daevabad Trilogy #1)|Paperback
You had me at quirky.
The Legend of Uh|Paperback
I've seen some good reviews.
Numbers (Numbers Series #1)|eBook
Back to thrillers. I think this one is promising.
To Die For: A Novel| Joyca Maynard
I just saw a rec saying it was the most fun read of the uear. Worth a try!
Birnam Wood - Eleanor Catton
This has so many stars on Goodreads!edited to add I finished it and it was fascinating but weird.
Yesteryear (GMA Book Club Pick)|Caro Claire Burke
I've always loved Egyptology novels so I have high hopes for this one.
What the River Knows by Isabel Ibañez | Waterstones
This is apparently one of most read books in 2026 and got a yes from someone so maybe worth it.
Heart the Lover
Another most read in 2026 which is apparently good.
The Wedding People: A Novel
I've just been listening to a literay show on the radio and they recommended this one.
Wild Dark Shore (Reese's Book Club Pick)
I have great hopes for this one!
Sworn to Silence (Kate Burkholder Series #1)
Sounds funny.
I See You've Called in Dead: A Novel
This one looks promising
Assistant to the Villain (Special Edition Hardcover): A Cozy Fantasy Romantic Comedy from a TikTok Sensation
I just saw a rec by an Oxford fantasy litt teacher and this was in his top five. Will read next.
The Weirdstone of Brisingamen
Recs from FB friends. Sounds good!
Just One Damned Thing After Another (Chronicles of St. Mary's Series #1)
Also in the list of recs from FB friends. More magic!
Crow Investigations: Books 1-3
I'm going to need a second life to go through all of these...
The Shadow Key
Recommended by a friend who's not usually into fantasy so it sounds promising.
