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Book Club recommendations to cozy into this Autumn

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The recommended books for the book club are excellent choices for both reading and sparking discussions. These bestsellers are perfect for enjoying in a cozy corner. Please add comments and insights for each book. Note that these links are affiliate ...
 
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A great page-turner with a romance triangle to keep you on your toes.
The Summer I Turned Pretty
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Beautiful lyrical story. One I can read again and again.
“Autumn leaves don’t fall, they fly. They take their time and wander on this their only chance to soar.”
“She laughed for his sake, something she’d never done. Giving away another piece of herself just to have someone else.”
Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens, Paperback
 
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This book has so much magic wrapped into it that you can't help but believe in more.
Where the Forest Meets the Stars by Glendy Vanderah ...
 
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A story of healing and strength. The characters allowed space for healing and light to shine through.
Bring Me Back by Micalea Smeltzer, Paperback
 
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Lifelong friendships while navigating family life, love, careers, and self-love. 
Tully Hart and Kate Mularkey have a special bond that helps them grow and heal.
Firefly Lane by Kristin Hannah, Paperback - Barnes & Noble
 
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A love story of two young magicians.
"The circus arrives without warning. No announcements precede it. It is simply there, when yesterday it was not. Within the black-and-white striped canvas tents is an utterly unique experience full of breathtaking amazements. It is called Le Cirque d...
"I would have written you, myself, if I could put down in words everything I want to say to you. A sea of ink would not be enough.' 'But you built me dreams instead.”
The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern, Paperback
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A reminder that planning for the future has no guarantees as there will always be curveballs.
In Five Years: A Novel by Rebecca Serle, Paperback
 
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Another great read by author Glendy Vanderah. I enjoy her views on nature and its healing powers.
The Light Through the Leaves: A Novel
 
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A beautiful story of love with life's lessons.
Before Us by Jewel E. Ann, Paperback
 
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Glendy Vanderah writes with such heart and crafts her stories so beautifully.  A must-read!
The Oceanography of the Moon: A Novel
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I have read All the Bright Places multiple times for the inspiring storyline and lyrical quotes. “Even when we weren’t wandering, even from the floor of your closet, you showed the world to me.”
“You are all the colors in one, at full brightness.”
All the Bright Places by Jennifer Niven, Paperback
 
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Beautifully written about grief, self-discovery, and having trust in yourself to keep going.
 “I was amazed that what I needed to survive could be carried on my back. And, most surprising of all, that I could carry it.”
“How wild it was, to let it be.”
Wild: From Lost to Found on the Pacific Crest Trail
 
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Kristin Hannah's compelling storytelling fosters stronger relationships among women.
Nightingale (Paperback) (Kristin Hannah)
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Cheryl Strayed's writing is relatable and heartfelt.
Tiny Beautiful Things (10th Anniversary Edition) - by Cheryl Strayed (Paperback)
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Emily Henry consistently delivers in this delight-filled, emotional rollercoaster of a story.
Book Lovers - by Emily Henry
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It is a beautiful story about inner beauty, family, and community while overcoming hardships.
The Four Winds - by Kristin Hannah (Hardcover)
 
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I just finished "The Let Them Theory" by Mel Robbins, a practical, science-backed guide built around a simple two-word habit: "Let Them." It features clear exercises and real-life examples that teach you how to stop people-pleasing, set stronger boun...
Let Them Theory - by Mel Robbins (Hardcover)
 
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I finished reading "Sandwich" over the weekend and cannot stop recommending it; it’s hilarious, heartbreaking, and exactly the type of book you would share with a friend.
Sandwich: A Novel|Paperback
 
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I loved Carley Fortune's One Golden Summer; it is a warm, sun-soaked lakeside romance about a photographer who rediscovers herself and falls for the charming, green-eyed Charlie Florek, and you should definitely buy a copy.
One Golden Summer
 
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I couldn't put down Lucy Foley's The Midnight Feast; its slow-burning tension, eerie seaside setting, and jaw-dropping twists kept me reading all night and convinced me that you need to buy a copy.
The Midnight Feast: A Novel
 
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Reading Margo’s Got Money Troubles felt like eavesdropping on a messy heartfelt family dinner and I loved every minute of it.
Margo's Got Money Troubles: A Novel