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Books to read this Autumn

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Cozy up with a blanket, a warm drink, and a pile of stories that’ll keep you turning pages all season. From heartwarming romances to dark thrillers, magical adventures, and unforgettable coming-of-age tales, these are the books I’m most excited to di...
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Romance

 
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I couldn’t put this one down. It’s funny, heartwarming, and a little magical, and it hits you right in the feels. If you’re into stories that make you laugh one minute and tear up the next, this book is a must-read.
Under the Whispering Door by T.J. Klune
 
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This one’s such a fun ride. It’s heartwarming, full of nerdy pop-culture vibes, and the characters are impossible not to love. If you want a story that’s funny, sweet, and a little messy in the best way, this book hits all the right notes.
The Extraordinaries by T.J. Klune
 
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Beautiful, mind-bending, and utterly enchanting. The writing is poetic, the story is clever, and the slow-burn romance between rivals across time had me completely hooked. If you want something that feels both epic and intimate, this one’s a must-rea...
This Is How You Lose the Time War by Amal El-Mohtar
 
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Sweet, heartfelt, and full of 1950s queer history you don’t often see. I loved getting lost in the romance, the friendships, and the quiet tension of a world that wasn’t always safe. Perfect if you want a story that’s both tender and immersive.
Last Night at the Telegraph Club by Malinda Lo
 
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Fun, flirty, and impossible to put down. I loved the small-town vibes, the romance, and the way the story kept me guessing. If you’re looking for a cute, swoony read that also has heart, this one’s a must.
I Kissed Shara Wheeler by Casey McQuiston

Fantasy

 
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I couldn’t put this one down. It’s funny, heartwarming, and a little magical, and it hits you right in the feels. If you’re into stories that make you laugh one minute and tear up the next, this book is a must-read.
Under the Whispering Door by T.J. Klune
 
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Dark, intense, and absolutely unputdownable. I got completely sucked in by the brutal world-building, morally messy characters, and jaw-dropping twists. If you’re into epic fantasy with grit, war, and complex heroes, this trilogy will stay with you l...
The Poppy War (The Poppy War, #1) by R.F. Kuang
 
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This one’s such a fun ride. It’s heartwarming, full of nerdy pop-culture vibes, and the characters are impossible not to love. If you want a story that’s funny, sweet, and a little messy in the best way, this book hits all the right notes.
The Extraordinaries by T.J. Klune
 
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Beautiful, mind-bending, and utterly enchanting. The writing is poetic, the story is clever, and the slow-burn romance between rivals across time had me completely hooked. If you want something that feels both epic and intimate, this one’s a must-rea...
This Is How You Lose the Time War by Amal El-Mohtar
 
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Dark, clever, and addictive. I loved how morally messy the characters are and how every twist kept me guessing. If you’re into antiheroes, revenge, and stories that blur the line between good and evil, this one’s a total must-read.
Vicious (Villains, #1) by V.E. Schwab
 
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I couldn’t put this one down. It’s fast-paced, full of magic, mystery, and a modern twist on Arthurian legend. If you love fierce heroines, hidden powers, and stories that keep you guessing, this book is a total win.
The Legendborn Cycle #1 - Tracy Deonn

General Fiction

 
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I got hooked from the first page. It’s intense, messy, and full of complicated characters you can’t help but root for. If you love adrenaline, rivalry, and relationships that keep you on your toes, this series is such a ride.
All for the Game Series by Nora Sakavic
 
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Darkly funny, deeply moving, and totally relatable. It hits all the feels with themes of grief, identity, and finding humor in the chaos of life. If you like books that make you laugh, cry, and think all at once, this one’s for you.
Everyone in This Room Will Someday Be Dead by Emily R. Austin
 
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I got completely hooked by this one. Dark, mysterious, and full of morally twisted characters, it’s the kind of book that keeps you thinking long after the last page. Perfect if you love secrets, suspense, and a story that’s just a little haunting.
The Secret History by Donna Tartt
 
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Heartbreaking, raw, and completely unforgettable. The characters, their struggles, and the gritty setting had me hooked from page one. If you want a story that’s emotional, beautifully written, and full of real-life grit, this is one to read.
Young Mungo by Douglas Stuart
 
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Dark, intense, and totally gripping. I got pulled in by the tension, the high stakes, and the morally complicated characters. If you love thrillers that keep you on edge and exploring the messy sides of ambition and desire, this one’s a must-read.
These Violent Delights by Micah Nemerever
 
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Dark, dramatic, and totally addictive. I was hooked by the intense friendships, theatrical tension, and the slow-burn mystery that kept me guessing until the very end. Perfect for anyone who loves a mix of suspense, art, and morally complicated chara...
If We Were Villains by M.L. Rio
 
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Intense, raw, and unforgettable. This book dives deep into complicated emotions, power dynamics, and trauma in a way that really stays with you. If you want something emotionally gripping and thought-provoking, this one hits hard.
My Dark Vanessa by Kate Elizabeth Russell
 
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I was completely hooked from the first page. It’s like stepping into a rock ‘n’ roll world full of drama, music, and messy, unforgettable characters. Perfect if you love stories with big personalities, behind-the-scenes chaos, and a soundtrack that f...
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