I've read hundreds of books throughout my life. I would say I specialize in Young Adult books. These are YA books I think everyone should read in their lifetime. Some popular, some not so much. Even if you've already read some of these books, they're...
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Mystery
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Romance
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Fantasy
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Realistic Fiction
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Dystopian
Dystopian books in my opinion are some of the best reads!
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If you have not read these by now put them at the top of your TBR! I've read them 10+ times. There is so much emotion you'll feel as a reader.
The Hunger Games Book Series
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These are the first books to ever make me cry😢. Definitely a top 3 dystopian book for me!
Divergent Book Series | Barnes & Noble®
Mystery
I love a good mystery/ suspense book! If you're looking for a book that's hard to put down find a good mystery.
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I love mysteries and these ones were perfect! Can be confusing at the start, but what good mysteries aren't!
A Good Girl's Guide to Murder Series
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This book had great suspense and is a good summer read! Fast paced and definitely gets you out of a slump.
We Were Liars: Deluxe Edition by E. Lockhart, Paperback
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This is the only Colleen Hoover book I'd recommend. The suspense is very different from some of her other romance books. Fast paced and great to get out of a reading slump.
Verity by Colleen Hoover, Paperback
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I really liked this book and ended up reading a few more of Karen M. McManus' books after this one. I didn't know there was a third book, so I'll have to add that to my tbr too!
One of Us Is Lying by Karen M. McManus, Paperback
Romance
Let's be real romance books are fun to read🤣
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I need to reread these, but I remember they were a good romance for young adults! If you love mermaids and Greek mythology these books are perfect👌
The Syrena Legacy: Of Poseidon, Of Triton, and Of Neptune by Anna Banks
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This book also made me feel a lot of emotion and was another quick read! I definitely shed a few tears😢
A Thousand Boy Kisses: 9781530496198: Cole, Tillie
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The books are way better than the movies. If you're looking for books to dive into for awhile these are perfect!
Twilight Saga Series | Twilight Books
Fantasy
Fantasy books are perfect if you're looking to escape into a good book!
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These books are seriously underrated. It has something for every reader such as a fast pace, fantasy/ monsters, funny characters, and actual landscapes in Minnesota.
The Curse of Moose Lake (Monster Slayers)
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If you've never read Harry Potter you're missing out. Start now and you may finish them by the time the show comes out😂
Harry Potter Collection
Realistic Fiction
I think realistic fiction books are the easiest to connect to and feel emotion toward.
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This book has so much emotion and is definitely one that sticks with you. This is probably my favorite novel of all time.
All the Bright Places by Jennifer Niven, Paperback
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This book is perfect for young adults. It focuses on mental illness and the main character lives with OCD.
Every Last Word|Paperback - Tamara Ireland Stone
Other
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Personally I prefer handheld books to digital copies, but kindles can make your life easier. Less to store, easier to travel, and the price of books can be cheaper.