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Books I've Read This Past Year

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Just a book nerd getting back to her roots — falling in love with reading all over again
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The Plot Thickens...

Stories that will keep you up way past your bedtime!
 
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2.5 ⭐️ Always a huge fan of Freida McFadden and will read every book she publishes; however, this one lacking a bit and the MFC royally pmo several times. On the flip side, it did keep my attention.
The Crash by Freida McFadden
 
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3 ⭐️ The characters were interesting enough, and it did keep my guessing for a while. But honestly, the plot felt a bit over the top.
The Wife Between Us: A Novel by Hendricks & Pekkanen
 
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4 ⭐️ I may be weird, but I actually really enjoyed this one! A few parts dragged a bit, and the twist was obvious, but I love a badass woman that's clever.
Every Last Secret by A. R. Torre
 
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2 ⭐️ I wanted to like this so badly. It just didn't deliver on the suspense or excitement I was looking for.
The Perfect Marriage - Jeneva Rose: Books
 
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4 ⭐️ I don't see a lot of talk on this one, but the mystery was great.
Dear Child: A Novel - Hausmann, Romy: Books
 
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3 Stars  An entertaining read overall, but I think the pacing was a bit off.
Kill for Me, Kill for You: A Novel
 
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4 Stars   Twisty and suspenseful. My first Alice Feeney novel, and I'm excited to read her others!
Sometimes I Lie: A Novel by Alice Feeney

For When You Want All The Feels

Stories that make your heart skip a beat!
 
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4 ⭐️ Taylor Reid Jenkins has quickly become one of my favorite authors. The back and forth of the parallel universe was intriguing, and the ending was very thought-provoking.
Maybe in Another Life by Taylor Jenkins Reid
 
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4 ⭐️ Another Taylor Reid Jenkin's novel! The emotional depth and the story's exploration of second chances felt authentic and heartfelt.
One True Loves: A Novel by Taylor Jenkins Reid
 
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5 ⭐️ A favorite for everyone this year and for a very good reason! The characters feel real and flawed in the best way, and the plot kept me hooked from start to finish.
Broken Country (Reese's Book Club) by Hall
 
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5 ⭐️ Sigh, I thoroughly enjoyed this one. It had some flaws, but if you want a good love story with heart, this one is worth it.
Wild Love (Rose Hill Book 1) eBook
 
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4 ⭐️ Kristin Hannah will always have my heart. This is one of her older books, and I absolutely loved it. Just get the tissues ready.
Night Road: A Novel: Hannah, Kristin - Books
 
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5 ⭐️ As someone that, also, struggles with anxiety, i adore this book. It was the kind of book that made me smile the entire way through.
Yours Truly (Part of Your World, 2): Jimenez, Abby

Enchanted Worlds Await

Adventures that will sweep you far from reality!
 
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3 ⭐️ As a fantasy lover, I'm ashamed that this was my one and only fantasy book this year. It was just an okay read for me. Enough to keep my interest, but not one that I'd rush to recommend.
Lightlark #1 - Alex Aster

Stories Worth Getting Lost In

Stories that will stay with you long after the last page.
 
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5 ⭐️ I laughed. I cried.. hard. Just read it if you haven't.
Sunrise on the Reaping (A Hunger Games Novel) ...
 
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4 ⭐️ A touching and memorable read, for sure.
When We Believed in Mermaids: A Novel - Kindle
 
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5 ⭐️ A very hard read because my heart was constantly torn. But it was so well written, and it really made me think about how complex people and choices can be.
Nineteen Minutes: Picoult, Jodi