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My 5 Star Reads ⭐️
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items Some books stay with you long after the last page. This list features my personal five-star reads — stories that delivered unforgettable characters, powerful emotions, and page-turning plots.
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Boys of Tommen Series
Sarah J Maas
Others
Dark Romance
Romantic Comedy
Grab A Tissue
Boys of Tommen Series
If you are looking for a series that as heart felt as it is gut-wrenching… this is the one for you! It is full of trauma, so please read your trigger warnings.
A shy girl starting over. A golden-boy rugby player hiding deeper scars than anyone sees. Their slow-burn connection is tender, emotional, and impossible not to root for.
Binding 13 (Boys of Tommen, #1) by Chloe Walsh
Love gets tested when past trauma refuses to stay buried. The bond between these two deepens, but healing isn’t simple or pretty.
Keeping 13 (Boys of Tommen, #2) by Chloe Walsh
A tough girl who trusts no one. A reckless boy running from his own demons. Sparks fly, walls break, and vulnerability takes center stage.
Saving 6 (Boys of Tommen, #3) by Chloe Walsh
Mistakes, guilt, and second chances. He’s trying to be better. She’s trying not to get hurt again. Their journey is messy, honest, and deeply satisfying.
Redeeming 6 (Boys of Tommen, #4) by Chloe Walsh
A sweet, sensitive soul paired with someone who’s never been taught how to love gently. Their story is soft, warm, and quietly powerful.
Taming 7 (Boys of Tommen, #5) by Chloe Walsh
Two strong personalities, undeniable pull, and a relationship that refuses to be easy — or boring.
Releasing 10 (Boys of Tommen, #6) by Chloe Walsh
Sarah J Maas
THE QUEEN OF FANTASY… every one of her series is so good. I had to give her a section of her own!
A mortal girl kills the wrong creature. A beastly fae lord demands repayment. What starts as captivity turns into a dangerous attraction in a world where beauty hides deadly secrets.
A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas
Freedom comes at a cost. New allies appear, old wounds reopen, and a hidden power begins to rise. This is where the story truly catches fire.
A Court of Mist and Fury: 9781635575583: Maas, Sarah J.: Books
War looms. Courts clash. Love, loyalty, and sacrifice decide the fate of kingdoms.
A Court of Wings and Ruin by Sarah J. Maas
A quieter moment after the storm. Healing, celebration, and glimpses into hearts still mending.
A Court of Frost and Starlight by Sarah J. Maas
A broken soul. A brutal journey of self-discovery. Strength forged through pain, friendship, and fire.
A Court of Silver Flames
Before the throne. Before the kingdom. Before everything changed. This collection of prequel stories shows the assassin’s life before the main series begins — her first loves, betrayals, and the moment that set her fate in motion.
The Assassin's Blade: The Throne of Glass Prequel Novellas
A deadly competition. A captured assassin offered freedom. A prince with secrets. The game has begun — and not everyone will survive it.
Throne of Glass
The contest may be over, but danger is just starting. Loyalties blur, hearts get tangled, and darkness creeps closer to the throne.
Crown of Midnight (Throne of Glass, 2): 9781619630628: Maas, Sarah J.: Books
She’s broken. She’s angry. She’s about to discover who she truly is — and it will change everything.
Heir of Fire (Throne of Glass, #3) by Sarah J. Maas
Old friends reunite. Old enemies return. The fight for the kingdom finally ignites.
Queen of Shadows (Throne of Glass, #4) by Sarah J. Maas
Alliances are formed. Hearts are risked. War is coming — and sacrifices will be demanded.
Empire of Storms (Throne of Glass, 5)
A wounded warrior. A foreign empire. Healing, discovery, and truths that reshape the entire story.
Tower of Dawn - Throne of Glass Wiki - Fandom
Every storyline collides. Every character faces their fate. The final battle for everything they love begins.
Kingdom of Ash (Throne of Glass, #7) by Sarah J. Maas
A party-loving woman with a sharp mind. A brutal crime that shatters her world. A brooding angel assigned to help her hunt the truth. What begins as an investigation turns into a story of grief, strength, and unexpected love.
House of Earth and Blood (Crescent City, #1) by Sarah J. Maas
Secrets rise. Friendships strain. Love is tested as the world expands far beyond what anyone imagined. Every discovery pulls you deeper into danger.
Crescent City Series by Sarah J. Maas
All paths collide. Alliances form. Betrayals sting. The fight for freedom reaches its breaking point — and no one escapes unchanged.
House of Flame and Shadow (Crescent City, #3) by Sarah J. Maas
Others
These are some of my other favorite books that don't necessarily fit into one category on their own. 10/10 recommend giving them a read. You'll see why they are on this list!
A kingdom cursed by wild magic. A girl hiding a dangerous secret. A mysterious monster living in her mind. Every step deeper into the story pulls you further into a world that feels eerie, romantic, and impossible to look away from.
One Dark Window (The Shepherd King, #1) by Rachel Gillig
The magic is unraveling. Trust is fragile. Love and loyalty are pushed to their limits as the fate of the kingdom hangs by a thread. Tension rises, secrets spill, and every choice has consequences.
Two Twisted Crowns (The Shepherd King, #2) by Rachel Gillig
A burnt-out grad student. A charming professor with terrible boundaries. One impulsive moment that turns into a relationship neither of them planned — and definitely shouldn’t be having. Funny, messy, and painfully relatable, this story explores ambi...
An Academic Affair by Jodi McAlister
In this world, girls are sent away for a year to rid themselves of dangerous “magic” before they can marry. But once the gates close, the real threat isn’t magic — it’s survival. Dark, tense, and impossible to put down, this story exposes fear, contr...
The Grace Year by Kim Liggett
A famous painter shoots her husband — and never speaks another word. A psychotherapist becomes obsessed with uncovering the truth behind her silence. Every session pulls him closer to a secret he may not be ready to face. Creepy, clever, and wildly t...
The Silent Patient - Michaelides, Alex: Books
A broke college girl. Her boyfriend’s charismatic father. One chance meeting that turns into an attraction neither of them expected — or can easily walk away from. Tense, taboo, and surprisingly heartfelt, this romance explores longing, restraint, an...
Birthday Girl by Penelope Douglas
Dark Romance
These are some of my favorite dark romances - but PLEASE read your trigger warnings before diving in. Don't say I didn't warn you…
I want someone with a soul as black as night. Someone who would burn the world down for me and not lose a single minute of sleep over it. Trauma nurse Aly Cappellucci doesn’t need any more kinks. She likes the one she’s landed on just fine. To her, n...
Lights Out (Into Darkness, #1) by Navessa Allen
Nico “Junior” Trocci knows Lauren Marchetti is off limits. She is sweetness and laughter, whereas Junior exists in a world of violence and depravity. Men like him don’t get to have women like her. It’s why he pushed her away back in high school and k...
Caught Up (Into Darkness, #2) by Navessa Allen
I hate that woman. Tyler Neumann has spent years looking for his father, and not because he wants to meet the man. No, he wants to destroy him. And he'll manipulate whoever he can to exact his revenge. Including Stella McCormick. She's everything Tyl...
Game On (Into Darkness Series #3) - Navessa Allen
Welcome to the Lilydale Foundation Center... home of second chances. At least, that's what they tell us it is. It's basically a glorified prison and asylum for the deranged with good alibis. When the police pulled me out of my burning home, along wit...
Unhinged (Dance With My Demons, #1) -
I caught the attention of a monster. I didn’t ask for it. Didn’t even see it coming. But the moment I do, it’s too late. Killian Carson is a predator wrapped in sophisticated charm. He’s cold-blooded, manipulative, and savage. The worst part is that ...
God of Malice (Legacy of Gods, #1) by Rina Kent
Romantic Comedy
There is nothing that cheers me up better than a good rom-com! These books had me swooning and laughing so hard I almost peed my pants. You're welcome!
A broke stylist. A grumpy fashion executive who hates everyone… except her. One job opportunity turns into constant bickering, undeniable chemistry, and a romance that unravels in the most delicious way. Funny, fiery, and impossible not to binge, thi...
By a Thread by Lucy Score
A marriage of convenience meant to solve two problems: his need for an heir and her need for security. Simple rules. No feelings allowed. But living under the same roof blurs every line they promised not to cross. Playful, steamy, and surprisingly he...
Nine Month Contract (Mountain Men Matchmaker, #1) by Amy Daws
She’s a professional bridesmaid — calm, polished, and paid to handle wedding chaos. He’s the groom’s best friend who instantly gets under her skin. One wedding week later, their bickering turns into sparks neither planned.
Bridesmaid for Hire #1 - Meghan Quinn
A fake identity. A wedding filled with secrets. A handsome distraction she absolutely should not fall for. Pretending to be someone else gets very complicated when real feelings appear.
Bridesmaid Undercover (Bridesmaid for Hire, #2) by Meghan Quinn
She never meant to be in the wedding party — or in his life. But one unexpected invite leads to forced proximity, hilarious mishaps, and a connection that sneaks up on them both.
Bridesmaid by Chance (Bridesmaid for Hire, #3) by Meghan Quinn
Grab A Tissue
Looking to have a good cry without going to therapy? These are the books for you… although you may need therapy BECAUSE of them…
Two people who can’t stand each other. One terrifying night that changes everything. Trapped together, they’re forced to rely on each other to survive — and what happens after is just as intense as what happened during. Dark, emotional, and deeply hu...
Still Beating by Jennifer Hartmann
Two sisters in Nazi-occupied France. One fights with quiet courage at home. The other joins the resistance in deadly secrecy. Their choices will test love, sacrifice, and what it truly means to be brave. Heartbreaking, beautiful, and unforgettable, t...
The Nightingale: A Novel - Hannah, Kristin: Books
A heart transplant saves a woman’s life. The donor’s brother wants answers. What starts as grief-fueled curiosity turns into a connection neither of them saw coming. Tender, emotional, and quietly powerful, this story explores love born from loss and...
The Wrong Heart by Jennifer Hartmann
A girl caught between the boy she’s always loved and the one she never saw coming. Friendship, loyalty, heartbreak, and hope collide as she learns that sometimes the right love is the one you least expect. Emotional, addictive, and full of swoon-wort...
Say You Swear (Boys of Avix, #1) by Meagan Brandy
A promise made between two brothers. A letter sent to the woman who was never meant to receive it. What follows is a story of love, grief, healing, and finding hope after unimaginable loss. Beautifully emotional and deeply moving, this book doesn’t j...
The Last Letter - Yarros, Rebecca: Books
SO MUCH YEARNING Romance
Want that toe curling, knuckle gripping yearning feeling between your characters? THESE ARE THE BOOKS. These will make you believe in love again.
A grieving woman inherits a mysterious estate hidden deep in the woods. Strange rules. Locked doors. Whispers that seem a little too real. The longer she stays, the harder it becomes to tell what’s magic, what’s madness… and who she can trust.
Fairydale: 9798840585054: Lancet, Veronica: Books
From USA Today, #1 Amazon, and BookTok bestselling author Kandi Steiner comes a brand new standalone. Fans of Below Deck will love this angsty, tumultuous romance between two exes surprised to find out they’re working on the same yacht for the season...
Love Overboard by Kandi Steiner
Dear Matilda, I wrote. I let the words flow for her. And when the ink dried, I gave my very heart to the fire. Born in the firelit domain of the under realm, Matilda is the youngest goddess of her clan, blessed with humble messenger magic she uses to...
Wild Reverence by Rebecca Ross