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Escape to the Past: Some of My Favorite Historical Fiction Reads
Dark Romance
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This all-genre book list is your ultimate literary passport—designed to take you across the entire spectrum of storytelling. From heart-pounding thrillers and sweeping romances to mind-bending science fiction, soul-stirring historical tales, and insi...
Book lovers is a witty, heartfelt romcom that flips a small town romance trope on its head.
Book Lovers by Emily Henry
I haven’t been one to read a self-help type book - and I will a lot of this book didn’t pertain to me but the parts that did - WoW
The Let Them Theory: Life-Changing Tool
This was a quick easy read. Page turner for sure. Once you think you have it all figured out - you don’t!
The Teacher: McFadden, Freida
Clever twists that keeps the reader off guard. Gripping psychological thriller loaded with dark turns…
The Ex by Freida McFadden
This Trilogy starring Millie, a former inmate - was driven by suspense, twists, and quick reads.
The Housemaid Series by Freida McFadden
Ruby heads to Cedar Point to reunite with the father who left her behind…This is a sweet, fun, small-town romance that takes place over a 2 week period. Hope you enjoy!
The Trouble with Wanting (Cedar Point)
Briar Mitchell is home in Cedar Point – single, broke and unemployed. I liked this book but loved Book 1 of this series best. Beautiful story about fate, choices and events that happened.
The Opposite of Falling (Cedar Point)
Heartfelt book that makes you think. “I won’t be that person” - grief portrayal is authentic. Prepare yourself with some tissues!
Night Road
This book was a quick twisty turny read. Not one of her best but still 3.75 stars. It feels like their might have been 2 stories put together but in the end it all makes sense. Give it a try if you like books that make you think.
Never Lie
Everyone knows a couple like Jack and Grace. He has looks and wealth; she has charm and elegance.
This is a fast pace book that messes with your emotions. It will have you on the edge of your seat - covering your eyes…truly good read!
This is a fast pace book that messes with your emotions. It will have you on the edge of your seat - covering your eyes…truly good read!
Behind Closed Doors
Not necessarily a self help book - more of a book of prespectives. This was a slow read and that was only because this book makes you say hmmm a lot. I wasn't sure I would like it but I have read it more than once! Honestly everyone should read this!
The Noticer: Sometimes, All a Person Needs Is a Little …
1962—Twelve years removed from the summer when she first gave her heart away
Such a beautiful story that gave me vibes like The Notebook. It shows shows love at first sight, heartache, and finding your way back to each other.
Such a beautiful story that gave me vibes like The Notebook. It shows shows love at first sight, heartache, and finding your way back to each other.
The Keeper of Stars
Elizabeth and Jackson Shore married young, raised two daughters, and weathered the storms of youth as they built a family.
With this read you may need some tissues - the writing in this novel is great. Kristin Hannah has done it again. This book was extremely realistic and I can absolutely understand all the feels in it.
With this read you may need some tissues - the writing in this novel is great. Kristin Hannah has done it again. This book was extremely realistic and I can absolutely understand all the feels in it.
Distant Shores
Two good neighbors make the best of a bad Valentine’s Day in a funny and improbably romantic short story.
Everyone was raving about this author so I decided to check out one of her short stories to see if I liked her writing style.
This little book held a lot of meaning and depth in a short amount of pages….wow I will be looking into more of her books in the future.
If you were thinking about checking out this author I say read this one first!
Everyone was raving about this author so I decided to check out one of her short stories to see if I liked her writing style.
This little book held a lot of meaning and depth in a short amount of pages….wow I will be looking into more of her books in the future.
If you were thinking about checking out this author I say read this one first!
The Fall Risk: A Short Story - Kindle
On the same day I lose my job, my house, and all hope for the future, I also lose my journal.
This is a romance - military fiction. The idea that you can fall in love with someone just from reading their words is crazy - but she did.
It seems a little far fetched but is was a good book and I would love to tell you more but it would be SPOILER ALERT. Get a copy and enjoy The Hutton family as much as I did. Book 1 of 6
This is a romance - military fiction. The idea that you can fall in love with someone just from reading their words is crazy - but she did.
It seems a little far fetched but is was a good book and I would love to tell you more but it would be SPOILER ALERT. Get a copy and enjoy The Hutton family as much as I did. Book 1 of 6
Beyond Words (The Hutton Family Book 1)
Wyatt Hutton’s pale blue eyes steal my breath — though I only see them for a second before he refuses to look at me again.
Contemporary Romance. Hutton Series Book 2.
In this heartfelt book it is hard to resist Wyatt. He is a fierce protector - meeting a strong sassy heroine.
This book was a little off mark for me but is apart of the series.
Contemporary Romance. Hutton Series Book 2.
In this heartfelt book it is hard to resist Wyatt. He is a fierce protector - meeting a strong sassy heroine.
This book was a little off mark for me but is apart of the series.
Beyond Love (The Hutton Family): Brooks, Abby
I was six the first time I proposed. Twenty years later, will she say I do?
Friends to Lovers - Second Chance
Book 3 of The Hutton Series
Being childhood best friends back together - I mean who could have asked for a sweeter story…
Friends to Lovers - Second Chance
Book 3 of The Hutton Series
Being childhood best friends back together - I mean who could have asked for a sweeter story…
Beyond Now (The Hutton Family #3) by Abby Brooks
Two roommates. One pact. And a kiss that changes everything.
Friends to Lover - Contemp Romance
The chemistry between Eli and Hope is great and the banter is there as well. It had me laughing as well as pulling at my heart strings. Book 4 of the Hutton Series
Friends to Lover - Contemp Romance
The chemistry between Eli and Hope is great and the banter is there as well. It had me laughing as well as pulling at my heart strings. Book 4 of the Hutton Series
Beyond Us (The Hutton Family Series): Abby Brooks
You know that feeling when the famous musician you're totally crushing on shows up at your brother’s wedding dressed as Elvis?
Contemp Romance - Musician
Colin falls instantly when he hears her play. But as we have seen in movies and perhaps in real life someone gets in the way. Cute book. Book 5 of the Hutton Series
Contemp Romance - Musician
Colin falls instantly when he hears her play. But as we have seen in movies and perhaps in real life someone gets in the way. Cute book. Book 5 of the Hutton Series
Beyond Dreams
The first time I meet Joe Channing he’s dressed head-to-toe in black, lurking around my grandmother's house.
Enemies to Lover - Rom Com
This book about Joe had all the feels: happiness, angst, love, hurt….small town set in Key West. Joe will steal your heart. Book 6 of the Hutton Series. The End :)
Enemies to Lover - Rom Com
This book about Joe had all the feels: happiness, angst, love, hurt….small town set in Key West. Joe will steal your heart. Book 6 of the Hutton Series. The End :)
It's Definitely Not You: Enemies-to-Lovers
Sixty country days and sixty country nights—that’s all I wanted.
This is a “nice” small town second chance romance. The heroine in this story is amazing. River is pretty broken and she is able to help heal some old wounds.
Comtemporary Romance
This is a “nice” small town second chance romance. The heroine in this story is amazing. River is pretty broken and she is able to help heal some old wounds.
Comtemporary Romance
Country Nights by Winter Renshaw
The girl has demons. He doesn’t want to be one of them.
Contemporary Romance - Book 1 of 4
I have sucker on my forehead when it comes to a good complex love story. I had all the feels - from being mad at how the characters behaved in the story to feeling sad to be overcome with joy. That is when I know it is a good book.
It is a spin off of Shark's Edge Series
Contemporary Romance - Book 1 of 4
I have sucker on my forehead when it comes to a good complex love story. I had all the feels - from being mad at how the characters behaved in the story to feeling sad to be overcome with joy. That is when I know it is a good book.
It is a spin off of Shark's Edge Series
Accepting Agatha (Bombshells of Brentwood, #1)
A beautiful and provocative love story between two unlikely people and the hard-won relationship that elevates them above the Midwestern meth lab backdrop of their lives.
Romance - Fiction
Please read the trigger warnings on this book before you take a step into this book.
This book will not be for everyone - age gap, biker. I was a page turner for me but not many books aren't. That be said this book had a teenage girl fall for an older man. The older mans mentality was young.
Was it wrong? - sure
Does this happen in real life? - better bet your *Bleep* it does.
Go check it out - you won't be disappointed(trigger warnings first)
Romance - Fiction
Please read the trigger warnings on this book before you take a step into this book.
This book will not be for everyone - age gap, biker. I was a page turner for me but not many books aren't. That be said this book had a teenage girl fall for an older man. The older mans mentality was young.
Was it wrong? - sure
Does this happen in real life? - better bet your *Bleep* it does.
Go check it out - you won't be disappointed(trigger warnings first)
All the Ugly and Wonderful Things by Bryn Greenwood
Who says you can’t rewrite the stars?
Romance - Historical Fiction
Who doesn't love a great love story. This book reminded me of the movie The Notebook. So if you liked that movie - you will LOVE this book.
Heart warming - lifelong love story.
Romance - Historical Fiction
Who doesn't love a great love story. This book reminded me of the movie The Notebook. So if you liked that movie - you will LOVE this book.
Heart warming - lifelong love story.
The Keeper of Stars: A Novel by Buck Turner
“Let me ask you. Are you worried that someone is watching you, or are you worried that you think someone is watching you?”
The plot twist and turns can make this book confusing. You may need to reread some chapters or the whole book to get this one. It is short and exceptional.
Get a copy and tell me what you think!
The plot twist and turns can make this book confusing. You may need to reread some chapters or the whole book to get this one. It is short and exceptional.
Get a copy and tell me what you think!
Other People's Lives: Listen Carefully, Trust Nobody
Despite the tumor-shrinking medical miracle that has bought her a few years, Hazel has never been anything but terminal, her final chapter inscribed upon diagnosis.
This book gave me all the feels. I had to have tissues handy - refrain from harshly putting it down. I do suggest you read the book before watching the movie.
You will hate this book but love it all at the same time. Go get a copy!
Young-Adult - Romance
This book gave me all the feels. I had to have tissues handy - refrain from harshly putting it down. I do suggest you read the book before watching the movie.
You will hate this book but love it all at the same time. Go get a copy!
Young-Adult - Romance
The Fault in Our Stars by John Green
Before Owen Michaels disappears he smuggles a note to his beloved wife of one year: Protect her. Despite her confusion and fear, Hannah Hall knows to whom the note refers—Owen’s sixteen-year-old daughter, Bailey, who lost her mother tragically as a c...
Thriller- Mystery
I always suggest reading the book for watching the movie/tv series. There are so many missed details when it comes to them.
This book is a whirlwind of information - has you on the edge of your seat - not sure what to believe or who to believe. You will want to finish in one sitting!
Thriller- Mystery
I always suggest reading the book for watching the movie/tv series. There are so many missed details when it comes to them.
This book is a whirlwind of information - has you on the edge of your seat - not sure what to believe or who to believe. You will want to finish in one sitting!
The Last Thing He Told Me: A Novel: Dave, Laura
We forgive murderers, not pedophiles.
Thriller - Mystery
Would you be able to do this? I had a very hard time coming to terms with this one.
Honest - give this book a try. It is about a mother and her son. The mom has to be a hard decision. I am not sure I could.
Thriller - Mystery
Would you be able to do this? I had a very hard time coming to terms with this one.
Honest - give this book a try. It is about a mother and her son. The mom has to be a hard decision. I am not sure I could.
Saving Noah - Books
Losing people you love is hard. Aurora De La Torre knows moving back to a place that was once home isn’t going to be easy.
Rom Com - Small Town Romance
This is a beautifully written book - love, loss, grief….Outdoorsy setting - love between two people. You will feel the chemistry and you will vow to change your life when you are done with this book. Enjoy!
Rom Com - Small Town Romance
This is a beautifully written book - love, loss, grief….Outdoorsy setting - love between two people. You will feel the chemistry and you will vow to change your life when you are done with this book. Enjoy!
All Rhodes Lead Here by Mariana Zapata
One woman's struggle with illness, her daughter's will to survive, and a circle of friends shrouded in secrets.
Romance - Fiction - Drama
Secrets, lies, and cancer - will they tear apart this little town in Cape Cod. Teenage daughter who begins to act out once she got the news, best friend has to choose and a mother who has to deal with it all. Have your tissues near by.
Read this book before the movie - as always things will be missed.
Romance - Fiction - Drama
Secrets, lies, and cancer - will they tear apart this little town in Cape Cod. Teenage daughter who begins to act out once she got the news, best friend has to choose and a mother who has to deal with it all. Have your tissues near by.
Read this book before the movie - as always things will be missed.
Melissa Foster N.P.
We’ve been waiting for an hour. That’s what Audrey says. She states it with a little bit of an edge, her words just bordering on cursive.
Magicial Realism - Fiction - Romance
What 5 people would you pick? Have you ever thought about it before? After reading this book you will!
This book explores first loves, family drama, turmoil and more. It can be a little “hair pullin” because of the way Sabrina acts. Will she get the answers to the questions she has be stressing over for years? Or will it be for nothing?
Magicial Realism - Fiction - Romance
What 5 people would you pick? Have you ever thought about it before? After reading this book you will!
This book explores first loves, family drama, turmoil and more. It can be a little “hair pullin” because of the way Sabrina acts. Will she get the answers to the questions she has be stressing over for years? Or will it be for nothing?
The Dinner List by Rebecca Serle
Escape to the Past: Some of My Favorite Historical Fiction Reads
Historical Fiction transports readers to the past with richly detailed worlds, authentic voices, and compelling narratives shaped by real events. Whether set in ancient civilizations, wartime Europe, or the Gilded Age, these stories blend fact and im...
Historical fiction with an emotional storyline. This is the book that made me love @kristinhannah - made me think about the history I learned a child - highly recommend you read it!
The Four Winds by Kristin Hannah
Emotional, compelling with a dual perspective read. This book showed me war from a females point of view - the horrors of living it & how they survived all the turmoil.
The Nightingale: A Novel - Hannah, Kristin: Books
For years, rumors of the “Marsh Girl” haunted Barkley Cove, a quiet fishing village.
Romance - Historical Fiction
Please read the book before watching the movie - if you haven't already. Movies always leave out the important stuff.
This book is about survival, love, loss…it gives you all the feels. And know it won't be a book for everyone. But it is a book that gets mixed reviews. I will let you decide if it for you.
Romance - Historical Fiction
Please read the book before watching the movie - if you haven't already. Movies always leave out the important stuff.
This book is about survival, love, loss…it gives you all the feels. And know it won't be a book for everyone. But it is a book that gets mixed reviews. I will let you decide if it for you.
Where the Crawdads Sing (2022)
"…there is a moment in every person's life when they come to a crossroads, and something shocking happens that changes their whole life."
This Historical Fiction - Romance book has a lot of twisty turvy moments. Just want you think you have it all figured out - you don't!
This book is told in 4 parts with some crossover to make it all connect and it is told over quite a few years. This book to me was one of the better ones I read of Kate Morton. I hope you enjoy!
This Historical Fiction - Romance book has a lot of twisty turvy moments. Just want you think you have it all figured out - you don't!
This book is told in 4 parts with some crossover to make it all connect and it is told over quite a few years. This book to me was one of the better ones I read of Kate Morton. I hope you enjoy!
The Secret Keeper: A Novel by Kate Morton
Dark Romance
Dark Romance is an intense, emotionally charged subgenre where love and obsession walk a razor's edge. These stories dive into the shadows of human desire, exploring themes like power, revenge, trauma, forbidden attraction, and moral ambiguity. With ...
Some love stories are a slow burn. Others are quick to ignite, scorching and branding your very soul before you’ve taken that first breath. This is a dark romance - please read trigger warns first. This was a good book that I got in a mystery book. Q...
This Love Hurts
Everything around me blurred and all that existed were his lips, his touch… The chase and the heat between us became addictive.
Book 2 is from Marcus' point of view and this was highly anticipated for me and I was not disappointed.
Again please read trigger warnings.
Book 2 is from Marcus' point of view and this was highly anticipated for me and I was not disappointed.
Again please read trigger warnings.
But I Need You (This Love Hurts Book 2)
An epic tale of both betrayal and all-consuming love... Marcus, the villain. Cody Walsh, the FBI agent who knows too much. And Delilah, the lawyer caught in between.
Book 3 is in Cody's point of view - and it pulls this trilogy together. I devoured all 3 books in just 1 day - they are a great short story read. I still have some unanswered questions - perhaps that will lead to another book?!
Again please read trigger warnings.
Book 3 is in Cody's point of view - and it pulls this trilogy together. I devoured all 3 books in just 1 day - they are a great short story read. I still have some unanswered questions - perhaps that will lead to another book?!
Again please read trigger warnings.
And I Love You The Most
Your first kiss is supposed to be sweet. Ours was baptized in fire. I was the new girl trying to find her place.
Enemies to Lovers. This book is full of teenage angst - the prologue will get you hooked. I hope you enjoy this book as much as I did.
Enemies to Lovers. This book is full of teenage angst - the prologue will get you hooked. I hope you enjoy this book as much as I did.
Pretty When She Cries (Black Mountain Academy) by A. Zavarelli
Every royal has their dirty little secret. His was… me.
That line right there got me interested in this book - dark romance, royalty. I absolutley love this book even though I am not big on the fairy tale stuff - I believe this will be a favorite of yours too.
That line right there got me interested in this book - dark romance, royalty. I absolutley love this book even though I am not big on the fairy tale stuff - I believe this will be a favorite of yours too.
Stealing Cinderella
I slapped him hard—and by mistake.
Dark Romance - Erotica - Book 1 of 4
Cal has anger so deep in his soul and it is waiting to explode - enter Rome. She is a small girl who is able to wrap a 6ft 3 inch man around her finger.
Dark Romance - Erotica - Book 1 of 4
Cal has anger so deep in his soul and it is waiting to explode - enter Rome. She is a small girl who is able to wrap a 6ft 3 inch man around her finger.
Black Obsidian (Obsidian, #1) by Victoria Quinn
Nicole never imagined anyone other than her seemingly perfect boyfriend, Patrick, could grab her attention.
*Trigger Warnings* Dark Romance - Smut
This book has some mixed reviews and I can understand it - but I will say that it it didn't have a boring moment - but it can be a little harsh.
You judge. :)
*Trigger Warnings* Dark Romance - Smut
This book has some mixed reviews and I can understand it - but I will say that it it didn't have a boring moment - but it can be a little harsh.
You judge. :)
HAWKE - Kindle edition by Hall, Jescie
Fornication is a sin.
*Trigger Warnings* Dark Romance - Smut
This book is filled with some of the darkest dirtest stuff I have read. At some points it got intense and I had to remind myself I am just reading! It can be wild. Aero is the perfect book boyfriend.
This book was audio for me which added to the intenisty.
*Trigger Warnings* Dark Romance - Smut
This book is filled with some of the darkest dirtest stuff I have read. At some points it got intense and I had to remind myself I am just reading! It can be wild. Aero is the perfect book boyfriend.
This book was audio for me which added to the intenisty.
That Sik Luv by Jescie Hall
An emotional and hauntingly honest romance about a broken man who doesn’t believe he deserves love and a woman determined to prove him wrong.
Dark Romance - Friends to lovers
This love story is stunning! It may not turn out how you hope. The hero Blake in the story is not easy to love but once you understand him you will love him.
This book is relateable which makes it an easy read.
Dark Romance - Friends to lovers
This love story is stunning! It may not turn out how you hope. The hero Blake in the story is not easy to love but once you understand him you will love him.
This book is relateable which makes it an easy read.
Warrior Blue by Kelsey Kingsley
SHE THOUGHT IT WAS JUST ONE NIGHT... HE KNEW HE WAS NEVER LETTING HER GO.
Dark Romance - College
Book 1 in The Color Series
I dare you to give this book a try - within the first 20 pages you will know if this is a book for you. Please read the trigger warnings and know that this is a dark romance so somethings will be hard to read.
Marissa and her boyfriend are handed and envelope which Marissa doesn't realize is a gift for you…She tries desperately not to fall for another man but no use fighting the desire.
Dark Romance - College
Book 1 in The Color Series
I dare you to give this book a try - within the first 20 pages you will know if this is a book for you. Please read the trigger warnings and know that this is a dark romance so somethings will be hard to read.
Marissa and her boyfriend are handed and envelope which Marissa doesn't realize is a gift for you…She tries desperately not to fall for another man but no use fighting the desire.
Red Night: Xavier's Delight (Color) - Books