Emotional damage may occur from reading these books… but like in a good way… sorta
Sections
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Fiction
Psych Thrillers
Graphic Novels
Fantasy
Personal Growth
Celebrity Reads
Fiction
Meaningful stories and tear jerkers
Twists and tears… just read it.
Broken Country (Reese's Book Club)|Hardcover
Family drama, love story, secrets. SO GOOD.
The Conditions of Will|Paperback
Historical fiction with a touch of magical realism. One of my favorite books of all time.
Weyward: A Novel|Paperback
Definitely in my top 3 favorites ever!!
Mad Honey by Jodi Picoult | Goodreads
The first book to make me bawl my eyes out. SO GOOD.
The Great Alone by Kristin Hannah | Goodreads
Psych Thrillers
Absolute page turners!
The plot twist was totally unexpected!
The Inmate|Paperback
Could not put this down. Read in 1 day.
The Coworker|Paperback
Definite whiplash while reading this!
The Teacher|Paperback
One of the first books that fueled my love for reading. An oldie, but a goodie.
The Collector|Paperback
Just as I thought I had it figured out… the plot twist totally threw me off guard!!
Never Lie|Paperback
This book sparked my interest in psych thrillers. So good!
The Quiet Tenant|Paperback
Could not put this down! Finished in one day.
Ward D (B&N Exclusive Edition)|BN Exclusive
This took a completely unexpected turn. I was on the edge of my seat the whole time!
One by One|Paperback
Graphic Novels
Adult Picture Books
Definitely recommend this version. The graphics make it an easier read for such heavy themes rather than the traditional novel.
The Handmaid's Tale: The Graphic Novel|Hardcover
Read these as a teenager, still love them today.
The Complete Persepolis: Volumes 1 and 2|Paperback
Incredibly adorable with a sweet message.
Everyone's a Aliebn When Ur a Aliebn Too: A Book|Hardcover
Fantasy
Fantasy recs from someone whose first genre choice isn't fantasy
Yes, it's worth the hype.
A Court of Thorns and Roses (A Court of Thorns and Roses Series #1)|Paperback
Personal Growth
Say what you want about self-help books, but I like them!
I read this 5 years ago and I actually think about it frequently! It certainly made an impact on me.
Awake and Aligned: How to Navigate the Human Experience as a Spiritual Being
Another personal growth book I read years ago and still think about often!
The Journey from Abandonment to Healing: Revised and Updated: Surviving Through and Recovering from the Five Stages That Accompany the Loss of Love|Paperback
This book helped reframe my way of thinking and gave me some insight on how to be less of a people pleaser and more of a ME (and people who matter) pleaser!
Are You Mad at Me?: How to Stop Focusing on What Others Think and Start Living for You|Hardcover
Very insightful and thought-provoking.
The Untethered Soul: The Journey Beyond Yourself|Paperback
This book will inspire you to stop allowing others to have so much power over you.
The Let Them Theory: A Life-Changing Tool That Millions of People Can't Stop Talking About|Hardcover
Celebrity Reads
Some of my favorite books written by celebrities!
A great read if you are looking for a laugh and some sound tidbits of advice
I'll Have What She's Having|Hardcover
If you are a RuPaul fan, you'll love this!
The House of Hidden Meanings: A Memoir|Paperback
OBSESSED with Ina Garten. This was such a fun memoir. It's cozy, inspiring, and a little humor sprinkled throughout. 10/10!
Be Ready When the Luck Happens: A Memoir|Hardcover
LOVED this. Inspiring!
Finding Me: An Inspiring Story of Resilience
Poetry
Meaningful poetry books that really hit home!
Loved this!
September Love|Paperback
The first modern poetry book I read-- made me fall in love with reading and writing poetry!
Milk and Honey|Paperback
If you loved Milk & Honey, you'll love this too!
The Sun and Her Flowers|Paperback
Take your time with this - it's worth it! Don't read it too fast!
Home Body|Paperback
A collection of some beautiful love poems. I absolutely love Rupi Kaur!
