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Standalone book recommendations

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Sometimes I just don’t have the time or energy to start a long series, so here are some of my favorite standalones.
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Fantasy

 
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This book has a dark academia setting with a complex magic system that I thought was fascinating. This is a standalone. Check trigger warnings!
Blood Over Bright Haven: A Novel|Paperback
 
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This book gives fairytale vibes that is whimsical, enchanting, and completely immersive. I loved the characters and all the magical beings.
The Swan's Daughter: A Possibly Doomed Love Story|Hardcover
 
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This is the perfect cozy book to read. It has found family, grumpy x sunshine, magic and witches. I absolutely loved this book!
The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches|Paperback
 
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This is a cozy and fun fantasy standalone that I really enjoyed. It’s quirky, humorous, and heartwarming, and I wish I had read it sooner. This is a standalone, even though it’s part of the Cosmere universe. It’s a good starting point if you want to ...
Tress of the Emerald Sea: A Cosmere Novel|Paperback
 
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This was a cozy fantasy read that’s perfect for cat lovers. I loved all the characters in this book especially the cats. I found myself laughing many times throughout the book. I highly recommend it!
Agnes Aubert's Mystical Cat Shelter|Hardcover
 
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This book is so unique and was such a beautiful read. The narrative will take some time to get used to, but it’s worth it. I could not put it down. One of my favorite books of all time!
The Spear Cuts Through Water: A Novel|Paperback
 
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This is a historical fantasy. This book has beautiful writing and a heartbreaking story. Love everything this author writes
The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue|Paperback

Romance

 
Anna profile picture
I absolutely adore this book! Ashley Poston never disappoints.
The Seven Year Slip|Paperback
 
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This was a really fun and refreshing read! It is a beautiful story with hilarious banter. This book will always stay with me.
Book Lovers|Paperback
 
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This is a deeply moving love story that is filled with courage, love, trauma, and pain.
Archer's Voice|Paperback
 
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This book will have you laughing out loud. It has fake dating, opposites attract, and friends to lovers. I really enjoyed the character growth this book had.
Funny Story|Paperback