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Books I’ve given 4 stars+
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items These are books that I highly enjoyed and couldn’t put down! I’m adding more as I read and I have also included my Star ratings which each book.
Sections
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Fantasy
Fiction (books that don’t fit into one category)
Historical fiction
Memoirs
Mysteries
Spicy romances
Fantasy
For the people that want to escape the real world to places with magic and mythical creatures
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ If you need a laugh then definitely pick up this book. Yes it is a fantasy but it’s not your regular fantasy book. The characters are very lovable and the story is really good but it does leave off on a cliffhanger (book two is out tho). T...
Assistant to the Villain (Assistant and the Villain #1)|Paperback
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ If you like magic spells this one is for you! Instead of wands, they use special tea to use magic and the main character is trying to find out who has been poisoning the tea. It does leave on a cliffhanger but book two is available
A Magic Steeped in Poison (B&N Exclusive Edition)
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5 I know this series gets a lot of hype but I really enjoyed the first book. It reminded me a lot of beauty and the beast and even though some parts were confusing, the parts I did understand really brought the story together. There is a tin...
A Court of Thorns and Roses (Book 1)
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.75 This book was so much better than the first one in the series! There were so many twists and there is definitely more spice scenes in this book. It is super long but it’s definitely worth the read and I honestly thought this series was ov...
A Court of Mist and Fury (A Court of Thorns and Roses Series #2)
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.25 This is a great book if you’re a fan of Frozen or if your child loves Frozen. It’s a campfire story that comes to life. All the loveable characters are in this book and some parts may be “scary” for your child but it’s such a great read
Disney Frozen Polar Nights: Cast Into Darkness
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ If you need to get back into fantasy, I highly recommend this book! I had the pleasure to read this before it released (released October 13th) and I was nervous because it’s about the main character going to war and I’m not really into war...
The Dagger's Tide - Macayla Dawn
Fiction (books that don’t fit into one category)
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ This book wasn’t what I was expecting at all. I thought there was going to be a lot of heart break and regret but it was actually a very nice story that takes place in Michigan about a girl named Jane and how her life changed over the years....
Early Morning Riser: A novel by Katherine Heiny, Paperback
Historical fiction
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5 I honestly didn’t think I was going to like this book at all! It was such an interesting concept and it was a super long book but it really intrigued me and it made me a little sad. It’s a beautiful story that I think everyone should read ...
The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by V. E. Schwab, Paperback
Memoirs
When you need a break from fiction and want to hear real stories
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.75 This was a beautifully written memoir about the author’s mom and her past. It will probably get you emotional but it’s definitely worth the read especially if you have never read a memoir before
Crying in H Mart: A Memoir by Michelle Zauner
Mysteries
These books will have you guessing until the end
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ If you are a fan of mystery or want to get into mystery books, then I recommend this one. I absolutely ate this book up and even though it’s YA, it’s still a really good story. I was honestly shocked by all the twists and I thought I knew ...
A Good Girl's Guide to Murder (A Good Girl's Guide to Murder #1)
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.75 This is the sequel to a good girls guide and I feel like the series just keeps getting better. It starts off right after the first book so definitely read that first and the twists in this one are way better than the first book in my opin...
Good Girl, Bad Blood (A Good Girl's Guide to Murder #2)
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.75 This book was not what I was expecting at all! I thought it was going to be a cute who dunnit but it was deeper than that and it really hooked me in. There were some parts in this book that were predictable but this book is pretty dark an...
Ace of Spades by Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé, Paperback
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5 I had the pleasure to read this book before it comes out (releases on September 23rd). It’s a murder mystery which twists that might be easy to see coming but others that will shock you. It’s honestly a very cool concept and as you read, y...
A Killer Wedding: A Novel by Joan O'Leary, Hardcover
Spicy romances
If you love romances but need more intimacy scenes, these are the books for you
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ If you love vampires and werewolves then definitely read this book! Some parts of the book are confusing but it was a really great read. It starts with an arranged marriage between a vampire and a wolf so they could keep the peace between ...
Bride by Ali Hazelwood, Paperback
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.75 This romance is definitely different from your typical romance. This is about two killers that do annual hunts to see which one can get to their target first. It’s dark, funny and very spicy but it’s perfect in every way. It’s also apart ...
Butcher & Blackbird (Ruinous Love Trilogy #1)
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ This is another spicy book but it’s a what if the girl fell in love with the villain. It’s a different telling of Peter Pan but it does a very great job of creating a new story with some of the same characters. This is part of the never af...
Hooked by Emily McIntire, Paperback
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5 This is the second book in the ruinous love trilogy and I really liked it! It was definitely more of a slow burn than the first one and it does take place after the first book. The characters are loveable and the spice in this book had me ...
Leather & Lark (Ruinous Love Trilogy #2) by Brynne Weaver, Paperback
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ This book was so spicy that I think I enjoyed it too much! I read this book in two days and it was funny and very spicy. Some parts in this book are predictable but when it came to the spice, my jaw was on the floor in a good way. If you h...
Lights Out: An Into Darkness Novel (B&N Exclusive Edition)
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ If you love age gaps then this one is for you! Their chemistry is so good and you really do get sucked into the story. It is really spicy that I had my jaw on the floor but it’s definitely worth the read
Praise (Salacious Players' Club, 1) by Sara Cate
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.75 This was the first spicy book I ever read and when I tell you that this book had me glued to the pages, it was honestly that good. I don’t want to spoil much but the main character does a lot of unexpected things and it’s very juicy. It m...
Salt Kiss by Sierra Simone, Paperback
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.75 This romance was a breath of fresh air for me and it’s not duo pov so I honestly loved the single pov so I wouldn’t know the other characters thoughts. I would say that this book is more steamy than spicy but it’s definitely a great pick ...
Summer in the City (Signed B&N Exclusive Edition)
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.25 This a super spicy book! The spice scenes are great in this book and the story is pretty good. There are some unexpected things that happen in the book that may shock you and there are some triggers that maybe affect some people. This boo...
Roots of the Wicked by Keta Kendric
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ This is a spicy grumpy/sunshine romance! It takes place in a theme park that is definitely inspired by Disney and it’s a boss and employee relationship. I will be completely honest and say that I didn’t like the beginning of the book but whe...
The Fine Print by Lauren Asher, Paperback
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ this book is definitely a slow burn but the spice is so good! All I really have to say about this book is that I love the fake dating, how we get to know the characters a little more as we read and Aaron! I feel like if you pick up this book...
The Spanish Love Deception by Elena Armas, Paperback
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5 This is the last book in the ruinous love trilogy and it was honestly better than people were saying. If you haven’t read the first two books, you definitely should since it does go back to certain events that happened in those books and b...
Scythe & Sparrow (B&N Exclusive Edition) (Ruinous Love Trilogy #3)
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ so even though this book doesn’t really have spice in it, it still talks about lot about sex so I thought it would be appropriate to put it in this category than in the YA section. This is definitely a book you would want to read in the wint...
It Started with a Dog by Julia London, Paperback
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.75 I loved the ruinous love trilogy so much that I had to listen to this audiobook. This does take place right after the epilogue in the last book but it’s such a short audiobook that you will finish it in less than two hours. There is spice...
Love & Other Killers Audiobook by Brynne Weaver
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5 Not spicy but it does have scenes not for young readers which is why it’s in the spicy section! This is a sci-fi romcom and it’s honestly really good. It has a full cast and it has music, it’s like listening to a tv show. The FMC does sing...
Better Luck Next Time Audiobook by Cara Bastone
Tearjerkers
If you need a good cry, definitely read these
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5 This book is a couple of stories that are surrounded by one thing, magic coffee. One of the stories made me cry and it’s such a beautiful written book. I don’t want to give anything away but I highly recommend this book because it’s so uni...
Before the Coffee Gets Cold (Before the Coffee Gets Cold Series #1)|Hardcover
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.75 This book had me in tears at the end but the story was great. I loved seeing the characters grow but I knew what was coming due to the first chapter. This book gets a lot of hate due to the female character but I honestly didn’t mind the ...
If He Had Been with Me by Laura Nowlin, Paperback
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ This book had me in tears but the story was so good! The question the story asks is “if you had a chance to talk to the dead, what would you say” and I won’t lie, I was in tears from the beginning to the end. This was also the author’s deb...
You've Reached Sam: A Novel - Dustin Thao
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ This book is marked as a romance but it broke my heart. This is such a beautiful story between a guitarist and a man with a heart condition. It made me laugh, cry, smile, etc and it made me feel like it was part of my life. There is also s...
Full Tilt (Deluxe Edition) by Emma Scott, Paperback
Thriller
For the people that need a book to bring them to the edge of their seats and keep them on their toes
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5 This is a YA thriller that is great for kids in middle school or if you want a thriller without so much going on. I read this in middle school and absolutely loved it and this is the only book I have re-read and it was definitely worth it....
The Girl Who Was Supposed to Die by April Henry, Paperback
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.75 This is definitely hyped up for a reason! The first book in the housemaid series will leave you speechless and it will do everything you love in a thriller. If you needed a reason to read this book, I will tell you right now that this wil...
The Housemaid by Freida McFadden, Paperback
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5 This thriller will have you asking who can you trust and will have you on the edge of your seat. If you haven’t read any books by Freida McFadden, then I highly recommend you start with this one. It did get very intense at some parts and s...
The Inmate by Freida McFadden, Paperback
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5 I feel like this book was better than the first book in the series in my opinion. The twists really got me and I was super invested in what was going on. If you haven’t read the first book in the series, then I suggest you do so you’re not...
The Housemaid's Secret (B&N Exclusive Edition)
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.25 This is the last book in the housemaid series and even with its mixed reviews, I still enjoyed it. It does happen years after book two but the twists will leave you shocked. This book really made me feel icky because of what they discover...
The Housemaid Is Watching (B&N Exclusive Edition)
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I didn’t want to add this book to the list because the ending did disappoint me but the twist and the build up to it definitely was worth it to put on this list. I was honestly glued to what was going on in the book. It made me feel like I w...
The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides, Paperback
YA romance
These are the romances that are cute and lighthearted
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ This is a cute romance where the girl is obsessed with the 2000s rom coms and she starts to have feelings for the bad boy next door. It’s an enemies to lovers and it has a bunch of movie quotes that you will understand if you were a big fa...
Better Than the Movies (B&N Exclusive Edition) by Lynn Painter, Paperback
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5 This is a retelling of Rapunzel but in modern time. It’s a cute little romance and even though some things are predictable, it’s still a very good story. It’s perfect for teens or adults that want a Disney romance without the spice.
Tangled up in You (A Meant to Be Novel) by Christina Lauren, Paperback
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.25 This was my first time reading this book and I really enjoyed it. It gave me hunger games and a game show type of vibe. It was a cute book to read but the only thing that threw me off was the main characters name and some of the names of ...
The Selection (Selection Series #1) by Kiera Cass, Paperback
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.25 This was such a cute short summer read! I loved the author’s way of writing and the funny and cute moments that happen in this book. There are some things that happen in this book that weren’t my favorite or annoyed me. But if you are loo...
Smitten with Ravioli: A Sweet Romantic Comedy Set in Italy