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Books I Love
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items I am an avid reader and book reviewer. I partner with multiple publishing companies to read and review books ahead of publishing dates. The books that are included on this list are books that I would recommend because I think that others would greatl...
Sections
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Thriller/Mystery
Romance
Dark Romance
Romance/Mystery - Romantic Suspense
Historical Fiction
General Fiction
Thriller/Mystery
These are my 5 star, or close to 5 star, thriller reads!
This book was really enjoyable, but for me the ending is what made this book. I've never had a thriller make me cry.
That's Not My Name by Megan Lally
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This book is a debut and it is FANTASTIC! Superb writing that keeps you on the edge of your seat!
Karma Never Sleeps
Kiersten Modglin is a fantastic indie author or writes really good thrillers (and a few fantanstic romantic suspense books as well!). This is one of my favorite of hers. If you haven't read this one yet, or haven't heard of her, you really need to ch...
The List by Kiersten Modglin
This is hands down one of my favorite books by Freida McFadden. This one is so twisty and had an ending that I didn't see coming from a mile away!
The Boyfriend by Freida McFadden
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This was sort of like reading a criminal minds type book but not exactly. It was less about profiling (but there is a bit of that in there), and more about following the evidence and using the skilled thinking of a trained agent to know where to assi...
Head Cases (PAR Unit, #1) by John McMahon
While there are a ton of podcast thriller books, this one is VERY different. The concept is fresh and it’s just written so well. From being able to get into the Poe’s psyche, to finding out Poe’s actions, to questioning if she had the correct person,...
Tell Me What You Did by Carter Wilson
Coates does a great job of keeping you in suspense from the very first page and keeping up that suspense throughout the entire book.
Dead of Winter by Darcy Coates
There are tons of schemes and twists. You can’t trust anyone in this novel, and you don’t know how to root for. The book was so well written, and so intelligently written. I mean, where did they even come up with some of these twists/story lines?! I ...
The Next Mrs. Parrish: A Novel: Constantine, Liv
This book is SO good and nothing like I have ever read before. The brilliance of this author’s mind is absolutely amazing. This author has such a way with words.
Kill for Me, Kill for You: A Novel
This is NUTS! In the best way possible. I don't know where she comes up with these things, but it's mind blowing. Check triggers.
One in Four: A Thriller|Paperback
This is another fantastic installment in the interconnected Eddie Flynn series. You don't have to read the other to read this one. It's a GREAT book!
The Devil's Advocate: A Novel|Paperback
One of my favorite thrillers I've read so far this year!
It's Not Her: A Twisty Thriller about Two Families and a Chilling Lake Resort Crime from the Author of Local Woman Missing|Hardcover
Megan Lally did it again with another suspenseful book and a somewhat touching ending!
What We Did to Survive|Paperback
This series is hands down one of the best series I have read. Dingle is so original in his writing!
Wings of Madness|Paperback
I discovered this author last year with this book, and it took me by surprise! It was SO good!
Woman Missing: A totally addictive psychological thriller with a shocking final twist|Paperback
This book blew me away last year, it's a must read!
Haven't Killed in Years|Hardcover
Romance
These are my 5 star, or close to 5 star, romance reads!
This is a fantastic Rom-Com that made me smile from ear to ear.
Blindly Yours - Lenore, Anna: Kindle Store
This was easily a 5 star read for me! Sweet, spicy, and fun!
A Spicy Enemies To Lovers Romance, Book 3
A book that is filled with so much love.
Books - Only Love Can Hurt Like This: Toon, Paige
The romance in this book was spot on. The yearning between the two characters was fantastic. The flirting, the banter, the touches, getting their inner thoughts, all of it was awesome. I enjoyed getting both Daphne’s and Cameron’s perspectives. I fel...
Close Knit (The Hastings Book 1) eBook
The description of this book doesn’t do it justice. This book will make you laugh and it will make you cry. Some of the things that Ben says will make your heart skip a beat. You’ll get frustrated that things aren’t working out the way that you want ...
Let's Call a Truce by Amy Buchanan
The build up, the history between the two characters really made everything that happened between them feel raw, honest, and real. There was no instalove. There was no falling at someone’s feet. The characters were mature and learned to be vulnerable...
PS: I Hate You by Lauren Connolly
This book was so wonderfully and so beautifully written. The ASD representation in this book was perfect. It showed that some didn’t understand Annabelle at all and tried to take advantage of her. But the book also showed Ryan understanding who she w...
The Thief Who Saved Christmas eBook
I love love loved this book! The chemistry between Rowan and Kyleigh leap off the page and it’s more than just the physical chemistry. Though that is HOT HOT HOT! This is one spicy book, so be prepared for that. But I knew from early on that there wa...
Mr. Heartbreaker (The Nest Book 1) - Kindle
This book broke my heart and then put it back together, it's a must read romance in my book!
Shattered Love (Blinded Love Series)
Be prepared to have your heart break and then be put back together again with this one!! It's amazeballs!
That Girl & This Guitar: Alternate Cover Edition|Paperback
This is a fantastic 5 star romance book. This is a grumpy sunshine trope, virgin MMC, and just all the feels. Two unlikely individuals falling for each other.
Hold The Line: A Small Town Romance
This book made my heart swoon and put a smile on my face!
Away We Go: Sweet F1 Sports Romance
This is hands down a 5 star read. It's my favorite book of the year (so far) and a book that will stay with me. It's my favorite from this author and I can't stop thinking about it!
Sounds Like Love (B&N Exclusive Edition)|Paperback
4.5 Stars - This book had me swooning!!!
Unraveling Rain: A Small Town, Who Hurt You, Sports Romance.|Paperback
This book gave me all the feels. And I LOVED how vulnerable the MMC was in this book, underneath it all.
Dream On (Deluxe Edition)|Paperback
If you like romance mixed with music, and second chance romances, this book is perfect for you!
(Not So) Simple Lyrics|Paperback
This is one of my favorite reads so far this year!
First-Time Caller|Paperback
This book is funny, sexy, and very honest. With blind representation and great character growth.
Take Me Down (Face the Music)
I absolutely loved this book! This is a multi-POV, second chance romance, dual timeline book and it had absolutely everything you could want in a book with those tropes.
Love Letters for Other People|Paperback
Paige Toon can do no wrong. She writes beautiful romance books, and this is a new one that is amazing!
Don't Fall in Love With Me|Paperback
Dark Romance
These are my 5 star, or close to 5 star, dark romance books!
Hands down, the best book of 2024 for me!
Carved in Scars: A Dark High School Bully Romance
I'm not a mafia romance person, but this book is amazing! It has just the right mix of mafia action, dark romance, and sweetness.
Broken in the Dark (The Alarie Heirs, #1) by Ashley Elizabeth
This was a good book and a step into a bit darker romance for me. A masked man, stalker, knife play… if that's your thing check it out!
Lights Out (Into Darkness, #1) by Navessa Allen
This is one of my favorite books so far this year!
Love Me Stalk Me: A Novel|Paperback
I read this ebook, but got the special edition with the sprayed edges because I loved this book that much!
Tourist Season (B&N Exclusive Edition) (The Seasons of Carnage Trilogy #1)|Hardcover
Romance/Mystery - Romantic Suspense
5 Star romantic suspense books!
When an author can build up the banter and the chemistry between two characters in such a way that when they finally have their first kiss, MY body tingles, that author has me as a reader FOR LIFE! Then there's the mystery aspect… you won't be able t...
I Did Something Bad by Pyae Moe Thet War
KMOD takes the fake dating trope to a new height in this book. Even as strangers first meeting, Maggie and Tucker have automatic chemistry. Chemistry that makes your heart flutter. My heart certainly soared with Maggie and Tuck’s second encounter. In...
Hemlock by Kiersten Modglin
Historical Fiction
Once in a while, I'll find a really amazing historical fiction book. Here is where you'll find those recommendations!
This is hands down my favorite Historical Fiction book! It's a story centered around adoption in the United States. It's SOO good.
Before We Were Yours: A Novel|Paperback
This is one of my favorite Kristin Hannah books. Set during the Vietnam War, it's a beautiful story!
The Women: A Novel|Hardcover
This is set in the United States and taught me about the blue people of Kentucky!
The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek|Paperback
We Fly Beneath The Stars is one of the most beautiful, brilliant, heartwarming, gut wrenching historical romances.
We Fly Beneath the Stars: An utterly heartbreaking and powerful WW2 novel based on a true story|Paperback
This is one of the best WWII historical fiction books I have read!
The Girl with the List: Emotional WWII Fiction
General Fiction
Genearl Fiction Book Favorites
This is a wonderful fiction novel about finding yourself through music
The Secret Song of Shelby Rey: A Novel|Paperback
I was SO skeptical before I read this book and then I LOVED it!
Remarkably Bright Creatures (B&N Exclusive Edition)|Paperback
This is such a beautiful book!
This Book Made Me Think of You|Hardcover
Kids Books
Here you'll find kids books that I love to read to my kids!
This book really brought on a fantastic discussion about career paths, what these careers mean, and what they want to be when they grow up.
STEM Day: The Hannah Banana & Mary Berry
This is such a fun book for kids of all ages (mine are 4 and 8). Michelle is such a talented children’s book author!! We are so excited to see what she comes up with next!
Sprinkletopia: A Whimsical Wonderland
This is such a great way to teach the lesson that we are all unique and that we should all be accepted. It also helps show kids to welcome anyone new who may or may not have a hard time fitting in.
The Spotless Giraffe by Millett & Hawkins
My 4 year picked this book out at the library not knowing what it was, but it was such a cute book. I loved the messaging about eating better for your health.
Nana's New Soul Food: Discovering Vegan Soul Food
My 8 year old loves these books. Any book that keeps his interest so he reads it is a great book to me!
The Last Kids on Earth: Monster Box (1-3)
This is a really cute book about a dragon who overindulged in candy!
Baby Dragon Who Loved Candy
These Pigeon books are so cute, Mo Willems is one of our favorite children's book authors, we have a few of these books!
Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Sleigh!
If your child likes video games, then this is the series for them!
Trapped in a Video Game: The Complete Series
This is hands down one of my favorite children's Halloween books. It's really cute!
Tiny Boo
This is a really fun and interactive book for kids!
Seeking Snowball (Hannah Banana & Mary Berry)
I LOVE these Bear books. I keep taking them out to read to my son. The rhythm is awesome!
Bear Snores On|Hardcover