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The Only Book List You’ll Need

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These are the books I’ve loved, the ones I couldn’t put down, and the stories that stuck with me long after I turned the last page. All my favorites in one stack.
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Romantasy & Fantasy

Epic worlds, fiery romances, unforgettable characters. My favorite romantasy & fantasy reads all in one place.

 
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My gateway into the world of Basgiath and honestly… it hooked me right away. The dragons, the tension, the romance — I couldn’t put it down.
Fourth Wing (#1): Yarros, Rebecca
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This one completely wrecked me in the best way. The stakes were higher, the twists were wild, and I was so invested in every page.
Iron Flame (#2): Yarros, Rebecca
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The newest installment and wow… it kept me up way too late. Intense, emotional, and full of surprises — I couldn’t stop turning pages.
Onyx Storm (#3): Yarros, Rebecca
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The A Court of Thorns and Roses series completely swept me away — from the magical world-building to the romance and jaw-dropping twists. Each book pulled me in deeper, and honestly, having the whole box set is the best way to experience it. Whether ...
A Court of Thorns and Roses Paperback Box Set
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A dark and romantic fantasy that pulled me in right away. Heartless Hunter delivers secret identities, dangerous tension, and a slow-burn romance set in a richly built world.
Heartless Hunter: The Crimson Moth Book 1
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An epic fantasy trilogy that completely hooked me. Mistborn is full of twists, clever world-building, and unforgettable characters, the kind of series that stays with you long after you finish.
Mistborn Boxed Set I: Mistborn, The Well Of Ascension, The Hero Of Ages
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A dark, addictive romantasy that hooked me right away. Zodiac Academy: The Awakening delivers drama, magic, and plenty of tension in a fantasy world I couldn’t stop reading about.
Zodiac Academy 1: The Awakening (Volume 1)
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The second Zodiac Academy book pulled me even deeper into the world — more drama, higher stakes, and so many twists that kept me hooked until the very end.
Zodiac Academy 2: Ruthless Fae
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This book raised the stakes even higher — more tension, bigger twists, and emotional rollercoasters that had me completely hooked. It’s one of those installments that kept me reading late into the night.
Zodiac Academy 3: The Reckoning (Volume 3)
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A magical series that never loses its charm. Following Harry, Hermione, and Ron through seven unforgettable books, the Harry Potter series is filled with adventure, friendship, and timeless storytelling that I’ll always come back to. Hands down, the ...
Harry Potter Box Set: Complete Collection

Historical Fiction

Stories that swept me into another time and place. Emotional, vivid, and unforgettable reads that made history come alive.

 
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My first dive into historical fiction. The Women pulled me in with its powerful story of friendship, resilience, and love set against the Vietnam War — emotional, unforgettable, and beautifully written.
The Women: A Novel : Hannah, Kristin
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A moving historical fiction that blends love, loss, and resilience. Every Time We Say Goodbye drew me in with its vivid setting and emotional storytelling.
Every Time We Say Goodbye: A Novel
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A powerful historical fiction that completely moved me. The Nightingale tells the story of two sisters in World War II France, showing their courage, sacrifice, and resilience in a way that stayed with me long after finishing.
The Nightingale: A Novel
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Thriller

The fast-paced, twisty thrillers that kept me guessing and turning pages late into the night.

 
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My first Freida McFadden read and it set the tone — fast-paced, twisty, and full of jaw-dropping moments. I flew through it.
The Housemaid: Freida McFadden
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Locked-in suspense at its best. I couldn’t stop guessing, and just when I thought I had it figured out, the ending completely shocked me.
Never Lie: Freida McFadden
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Dark, unsettling, and addictive. I found myself racing through chapters, equal parts creeped out and curious about how it would all unfold.
The Inmate: Freida McFadden
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Quick, eerie, and claustrophobic. The setting alone gave me chills, and the psychological twists kept me hooked.
Ward D: Fredia McFadden
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This one felt darker and grittier. It left me thinking about the ending long after I closed the book — not what I expected.
The Teacher: Freida McFadden
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A dark, twisty psychological thriller that completely pulled me in. Verity kept me on edge from start to finish. A blend of obsession, secrets, and shocking twists that I couldn’t stop thinking about after finishing. Cant wait for the movie to come o...
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A gripping psychological thriller that hooked me from the first chapter. The Silent Patient is full of tension, mind games, and a twist that completely caught me off guard — one of those books you finish in a single sitting.
The Silent Patient
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A fast-paced, addictive thriller that kept me guessing the entire time. The Housemaid is full of twists, tension, and dark secrets — the kind of story you race through in one sitting.
The Housemaid
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Fiction

A mix of novels that stuck with me — heartfelt, thought-provoking, and beautifully written stories I couldn’t put down.

 
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A witty, heartfelt read that felt equal parts sharp and tender. The Wedding People pulled me in with its messy characters and layered storytelling — funny, real, and surprisingly moving.
The Wedding People: A Novel
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A beautifully written story with the emotional depth Taylor Jenkins Reid is known for. Atmosphere drew me in with its layered characters and compelling, heartfelt storytelling.
Atmosphere: A Love Story : Reid, Taylor Jenkins
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A dark, atmospheric classic that completely absorbed me. The Secret History is equal parts haunting and brilliant, with characters and themes that linger long after the last page.
Secret History by Donna Tartt
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Smart, witty, and full of heart. Lessons in Chemistry gave me a heroine I couldn’t help but root for and a story that was both clever and inspiring.
Lessons in Chemistry: A Novel
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A suspenseful and emotional read that hooked me from the start. Mind Games blends psychological twists with heartfelt moments, making it both gripping and memorable.
Mind Games: A Novel : Roberts, Nora
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Such a fun and easy read, characters are fun and the spice is just right.
Chestnut Springs Series 5-Book Set by Elsie Silver
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Enemies to lovers, need I say more? What an emotional experience.
The Ravenhood Series 3-Book Set: Flock, Exodus, Finish Line
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A book that felt simple yet profound. The Alchemist reminded me to trust the journey, follow my own path, and pay attention to the little signs along the way. It’s one I know I’ll return to whenever I need perspective.
The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho
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A suspenseful and atmospheric story that had me hooked from the beginning. The Inheritance blends mystery, romance, and a touch of the supernatural in a way that kept me turning the pages late into the night.
Inheritance: The Lost Bride Trilogy, Book 1
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A chilling and emotional continuation of the Lost Bride Trilogy. The Mirror pulled me in with its gothic atmosphere, layered mystery, and a love story that unfolded against an unforgettable backdrop.
The Mirror: The Lost Bride Trilogy, Book 2
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My Friends by Fredrik Backman completely swept me away with its emotional depth and unexpected warmth. It tells the story of Louisa, an eighteen-year-old foster kid, who embarks on a journey to uncover the story behind a beloved painting—and along th...
My Friends
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A heartfelt, witty romance that balances humor with real emotional depth. Just for the Summer pulled me in with its chemistry, charm, and characters you can’t help but root for.
Just for the Summer
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A charming, emotional romance that had the perfect blend of warmth and depth. Part of Your World drew me in with its heartfelt characters, small-town charm, and a love story that felt both tender and real.
Part of Your World
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Sci-Fi

Imaginative, inventive, and completely absorbing. These sci-fi reads pulled me into new worlds with stories that blended science, suspense, and heart.

 
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One of the most inventive and entertaining sci-fi books I’ve read. Project Hail Mary blends science, suspense, and heart in a way that kept me hooked from start to finish.
Project Hail Mary: A Novel : Weir, Andy
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