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Books to read depending on your mood!
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items As a mood reader myself, i know what it’s like trying to find the right book before falling into a complete slump; Here are some of the books I’ve read, either on e-book or my physical library, they are very diverse!
Sections
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Dark Romance
Billionaire romance
Fantasy
Psychological
Classics
Erotica
Dark Romance
This is my favorite genre so there’s more recs in this section.
If you’re in the mood for some mafia and arranged marriage!
The Sweetest Oblivion by Danielle Lori, Paperback
If you’re in the mood for revenge, serial killer, justice, moral ambiguity. It’s a very compelling series, also one of my favorite dark romance.
Mindf*ck Series (5 book series) Kindle Edition
If you’re in the mood for a bully romance and a group of masked men who run a secret society with strict rules, brutal traditions, and a terrifying initiation process.
The Ritual (L.O.R.D.S., #1) by Shantel Tessier
If you’re in the mood for a dark, and intensely seductive romance series centered around revenge, obsession, and morally grey antiheroes
Devil's Night Series by Penelope Douglas
my first mm dark romance to have read and literary my favorite book in the series.
God of Fury (Legacy of Gods, #5) by Rina Kent
She has to marry this mafia boss in order to pay for her father’s debt, very fast paced but so worth reading!
Broken Whispers (Perfectly Imperfect, #2) by Neva Altaj
In the mood for a dark mafia romance with possessiveness, forced proximity and a slow-burn love story.
Bratva Bride (Bratva, #1) by T.J. Maguire
If you in the mood for a dark romantic comedy which also has some heavy thriller elements
Butcher & Blackbird (The Ruinous Love Trilogy, #1) by Brynne Weaver
Y’all this book made me question my morality but I’d be lying if i said I didn’t enjoy every single bit of it.
Little Stranger: Dark Taboo Romance (Web of Silence 1)
The whole series was a 10/10. The writing was raw and beautiful. If you liked the made man series than you’ll love this one.
Sinners Anonymous Series by Somme Sketcher
The spinoff of the cat and mouse duet.
Where's Molly eBook : Carlton, H. D.: Kindle Store
a light and funny stalker romance.
Lights Out (Into Darkness, #1) by Navessa Allen
I honestly think it’s best if you go into this book blind but it’s steamy, suspenseful, emotionally intense.
Pen Pal by J.T. Geissinger
love at first sight—literally. A mafia romance.
Nero (Alliance, #1) by S.J. Tilly
The title should be self-explanatory but it’s a mafia romance, enemies to lovers, revenge plot, and very steamy lol.
Hunter (Hunting Her, #1) by Eden Summers
If you’re in the mood for a bully romance, enemies to lovers, teacher x student, then read this series.
Redwood Kings Series by Nelia Alarcon
If you’re in the mood for dark, emotionally volatile romance with morally gray character.
God of Ruin (Legacy of Gods, #4) by Rina Kent
if you’re in the mood for dark romance with moral complexity and twisted fairy tale.
Never After Series by Emily McIntire
If you’re in the mood for some spicy romances with boxing and mafia conflict.
Distance (Beneath the Mask, #1) by Luna Mason
If you’re in the mood for predator/prey, obsession, psychological manipulation, art, trauma, and power.
There Are No Saints (Sinners, #1) by Sophie Lark
If you’re in the mood for a psychologically charged thriller deep on dark romance; this book has some unsettling content so be prepared y’all.
Does It Hurt? by H.D. Carlton
You’ll either really hate this duet or really love it; it’s really not for everyone but if you’re into dark, psychological, and emotionally devastating romance, then dive right in lol.
Cat and Mouse Duet (2 book series) Kindle Edition
If you’re in the mood for a suspense-filled romance with strong emotional arcs, it’s also arranged marriage.
Silent Vows (The Byrne Brothers, #1) by Jill Ramsower
If you’re in the mood for best friend’s brother, suicide pact and slow-burn. This book is not a light romance, think of it as a long and emotional romance that delves into how real grief can shape and heal us.
Darling Venom by Parker S. Huntington
if you in the mood for age gap, father’s ex boyfriend and some spice
Birthday Girl by Penelope Douglas
Billionaire romance
My broke-self will always indulge in some billionaire romance.
he’s a billionaire but would literally kill someone if they touch her.
King of Envy (Kings of Sin Book 5) - Kindle
If you’re in the mood for grumpy × sunshine, hidden identity, office-based, with emotional depth.
The Fine Print (Dreamland Billionaires, #1) by Lauren Asher
Another one of my favs, I mean… he’s a billionaire, boxes for fun and is Italian!
King of Wrath (Kings of Sin, #1) by Ana Huang
In the mood for billionaire but not too grumpy, literally obsessed with fmc, and spoiled the heck out of her!
Bentley (Vested Interest, #1) by Melanie Moreland
If you’re in the mood for Enemies-to-lovers, forced/arranged marriage, billionaire revenge, with sharp humor.
My Dark Romeo (Dark Prince Road, #1) by Parker S. Huntington
arranged marriage, grumpyxsunshine but she will put him in his place every time
Terms and Conditions (Dreamland Billionaires, #2) by Lauren Asher
this was a 5 star read for me, the writing was just so lyrical, and the story so enticing. It’s an arranged marriage, betrayal and a lot of angst.
A Vow Of Hate: An Arranged Marriage Romance
In the mood for fake dating, stripper and sister’s rival!
Wreck Me (The Beckett Brothers, #1) by L.A. Gallagher
If you’re in the mood for a witty, emotionally grounded workplace romance with a touch of family warmth and don’t mind a stubborn hero. Very rom-com too.
Grumpy Romance: Romantic Comedy eBook
If you’re in the mood for arranged marriage, enemies-to-lovers, it also dives into into trauma, healing, and the transformative power of love.
The Unwanted Marriage (The Windsors, #3) by Catharina Maura
If you’re in the mood for a grumpy × sunshine, office dynamic and a dramatic billionaire rom-com.
Luxe: A Billionaire Romance (Baxter 1)
grumpyxsunshine. I love the entire king of sins series but this one is personally my favorite.
King of Sloth (Kings of Sin, #4) by Ana Huang
If you’re in the mood for arranged marriage, mafia, enemies-to-lovers and love triangle.
The Kiss Thief by L.J. Shen
This was such a refreshing book to read, especially when the fmc was the grumpy one!
Tangle Of Obsession: Reverse Grumpy x Sunshine
Fantasy
I’m new into this genre so I really try to avoid high fantasy.
If you’re in the mood for reverse‑harem, Omegavers and some spice.
Psycho Shifters (Cruel Shifterverse, #1) by Jasmine Mas
This series was my first fantasy book, and it was so addictive, i know it seems like a lot but once you start getting into the twins world you won’t stop!
Zodiac Academy (12 book series) Kindle Edition
If you’re in the mood for romantasy with dragons, college trials, and a little bit of enemies to lovers.
The Empyrean Series by Rebecca Yarros
If you’re into alpha dynamics, strong heroine, it’s also fast paced.
The Bounty: A Why Choose Romance eBook
Psychological
Most of those books I’ve read for learning purposes, just for me to understand my characters and be able to write them the way i like.
Understanding attraction, manipulation, and psychological influence.
The Art of Seduction: Robert Greene - Books
This book illuminates hard truths about how power corrupts, how abuse can hide behind glamour, and how the voices of young Black girls are often dismissed.
Grown by Tiffany D. Jackson
Listen, this book had my attention in the first page and I’m glad to see that he got what he deserved
Diary of an Oxygen Thief (Oxygen Thief Diaries)
This book was chilling; it’s exactly what can happen when extremism and misogyny are institutionalized, which remains deeply relevant in today’s society.
The Handmaid's Tale by Margaret Atwood
Get in the habit of being proactive. It’s very repetitive.
Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones
Whether you’re seeking to gain influence, defend yourself, or simply stay informed, it’s a compelling read.
The 48 Laws of Power: Greene, Robert
Classics
Literally chef’s kiss.
This honestly has much deeper meaning then the character turning into a bug. It shows how easily you can become forgotten once you are no longer useful or not being able to contribute in any way.
Franz Kafka's The Metamorphosis
Very dystopian like, very sad.
1984: 75th Anniversary: George Orwell, Erich Fromm
I personally feel like everyone should read this at least once in their life
Animal Farm: 75th Anniversary Edition
Erotica
no plot just smut lol.
The fmc’s husband stole money from this company, and to avoid going to prison, the boss—a woman— demands for his wife to go live with her for six months.
Don't Tell Me No (Forbidden Tastes 1)
if you would like to explore bdsm, this is the one!
Highest Bidder Series by Lauren Landish
the popular girl lost a bet to the school freak at a party, and she has to do everything he tells her.
The Dare: Harley Laroux: 9780578909141 - Books
Young adult
If you’re in the mood for suspense, treasure hunts wrapped in family secrets and just a touch of romance
The Inheritance Games Series by Jennifer Lynn Barnes
if you enjoy upbeat YA romance with a sprinkle of suspense and don’t mind a dash of trope-heavy shortcuts.
Close Protection by Eden Victoria
Small town
I’m not a fan of small town romance, it’s more about the setting than the story for me and those were great stories.
If you’re in the mood for small-town, grumpy × sunshine, nanny/single‑dad, age‑gap.
Heartless (Chestnut Springs, #2) by Elsie Silver
If you’re in the mood for single dad, celebrity, forced proximity.
Wild Eyes (Rose Hill, #2) by Elsie Silver
If you’re into rivals-to-lovers, second chance and like every Lauren Asher books, the banter is there.
Love Redesigned (Lakefront Billionaires, #1) by Lauren Asher
If you’re in the mood for a second-chance romance, it’s not just about reclaiming lost love, it’s also healing from pain and embracing changes.
Final Offer (Dreamland Billionaires, #3) by Lauren Asher
Sport romance
I don’t really like sport romance either but i read them now and then.
If you’re in the mood for a light-hearted romance rather than plot-heavy.
Sunny Disposition (Mendell Hawks #1) by Deanna Grey
if you’re in the mood for polygamy and a bit of hockey.
Pucking Around: A Why Choose Hockey Romance
Poetry
i swear I’ve read more poetry books, i just can’t remember them right now.
Such short read and daily life reminders. Read a chapter each day before work.
Learning To Love Myself: Aubrey, Alex - Books
Thriller
My first horror has traumatized me so I tend to be really alert when it comes to thriller, Freida McFadden is the only author I’ve been reading from.
she got offer a job as a maid, took it since she needed the money but little did she know what she was getting into.
The Housemaid: McFadden, Freida: 9781538742570
Pregnant woman got into a car crash in the middle of nowhere, but ended up getting rescued by a couple but they refused to take her to a hospital. Being injured and with child she keeps trying to find ways to escape the house.
The Crash by Freida McFadden
My first Frieda McFadden book to read and I’ve loved the plot.
The Boyfriend (spoilers and ending explained) | Freida McFadden
This book got me out of my slump. I love the pace, it’s such a short and easy read.
The Teacher: McFadden, Freida: 9781728296210
Historical
there’s not much in this section but so glad that I’ve picked these books and read them.
the women during the Vietnam war, the medical field specifically.
The Women: A Novel - Hannah, Kristin: Books
Horror
This was the only horror book that I’ve read, probably my last too; it was a good book but i was in pure disgust while reading it, maybe horror isn’t for me lol.
A mother stop to put gas, went inside the store for some snacks then came back to find a stranger inside her car with her children, and he had a gun.
No One Rides For Free: An Extreme Novella by Judith Sonnet, Paperback