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If you love romantasy, romance, big plot twists, and falling in love with fictional characters, become my bestie
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Romantasy

 
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One of my all-time favorite series. If you're a hopeless romantic and want to fall in love with the villain, read this series 𐙚⋆°。⋆♡

A few songs I listened to while reading, “Young and Beautiful” by Lana del Rey and “In the Kitchen” by Mree
Once Upon a Broken Heart Series
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My first romantasy series and one of my favorites. The first book doesn't focus on romance at all, but rather on the world-building and the plot, which revolves around war, strategy, and getting to know the various characters. It's not until the seco...
The Cruel Prince (Folk of the Air Series #1)
 
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Well, get ready if you want to read this series. The seven volumes might seem daunting, but I promise you’ll fly through them. If the first volume didn’t win you over, just as it didn’t entirely win me over at first, keep reading, and you’ll come to ...

Sometimes I have flashbacks of how the characters have evolved from the first book to the last, and I promise my heart aches every single time. This series broke my heart just as much as it healed it. If you’re looking for new book boyfriends, you’ll...
Throne of Glass (Throne of Glass Series #1)|Paperback
 
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Honestly, I started this series because of the hype on BookTok. I’ve only read the first book so far, and I’m already hooked on the world it creates. I’d never read any books with dragons before (yes, I know, it’s surprising), but they really add a l... 

I really liked the relationship between the two main characters, even though I found the steamy scenes a little too explicit for my taste. 

Get ready for plot twists and surprises, and if you thought you wouldn’t like dragons like I did, you’ll love them in this book.

A few songs I listened to while reading, “Scary Love” by The Neighbourhood and "Big Bad Wolf" by Roses&Revolutions
Fourth Wing
 
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I haven't heard much about this book, but between the “enemies to lovers” trope and the arranged marriage (¬‿¬)

A few songs I listened to while reading, “We Go Down Together” by Dove Cameron&Khalid and "Is This the End" by Joseph William Morgan
The Hurricane Wars
 
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I didn’t expect much when I started this series. I thought the writing style was a bit “simple,” and yet I couldn’t put the books down. I really liked how the world was based on the zodiac signs, with a ruthless law : the law of the jungle. 

Don't be intimidated by the number of volumes cause it's worthy.
Zodiac Academy
 
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I just finished the second book in a day ._. If you love enemies to lovers, witches and hunters, and forbidden love, this duology is for you.
The Crimson Moth
 
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I haven't finished this saga yet, but I'm already obsessed. If you like rival romances, deadly competitions with The Hunger Games vibes, and slow-building tension, you'll probably love this. And the ending of the first book? Absolutely cruel.
Powerless
 
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The synopsis piqued my curiosity. I'd never read anything like it before, and I absolutely loved this trilogy. If you want to realize just how dumb you were for not seeing the plot twists coming (like I did), read it.

A few songs I listened to while reading, “Till Forever Falls Apart” by Ashe&Finneas and “Can't Help Falling in Love” by Tommee Profitt&Brooke
The Prison Healer (Prison Healer Series #1)
 
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A wonderful trilogy for fall. 

We follow Signa, a young orphan who goes to live with her uncle, a man struggling to come to terms with his wife’s death, whose daughter suffers from a strange illness. Signa teams up with the Angel of Death to uncover the murderer’s identity. 

I loved the plot and the relationship that develops between her and Sylas, as well as the bond she forms with her cousin Blythe, all set in a gothic world that sometimes sends chills down your spine. 

A few songs I listened to while reading the first and second books : “Work Song” by Hozier and “Astronomical” By SVRCINA. And while reading the third one : “The blue” by Gracie Abrams and “Are you with me” by nilu.
Belladonna (Belladonna Series #1)
 
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This series completely took me by surprise. I went into it expecting a dark fantasy romance with a King Midas retelling, but it became so much more than that. 

Auren’s character development is probably what I loved most, watching her slowly discover her own strength, question everything she once believed, and find her sense of self was so satisfying. The world is intriguing, the plot gets increasingly addic...

 A few songs I listened to while reading, “Tears of Gold” by Faouzia and “Midas” by Skott.
Gild (Plated Prisoner Series)

Romance

 
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I'm too scared to read the last book because I don't want to say goodbye to this saga ;-; The smut is a bit too much for me sometimes, but I absolutely love the plot. A grandmother chooses a partner for each of her grandchildren, yet they all end up ...
The Windsors serie
 
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I finally understand the hype around this book ;-; Johnny and Shannon's story is such a beautiful slow burn. I loved seeing them open up to each other, and the found family aspect made me so attached to everyone. Be prepared though... this book will ...
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This book broke my heart in the best and worst way ;-; The friendships, the emotions, and the romance made me so attached to the characters. I went through every possible feeling while reading this. Definitely one of those books you don't forget.

A few songs I listened to while reading, “10:35” by Tate Mcrae and “at least” by Jessica Baio
Say You Swear|Paperback
 
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I love Morgane Moncomble, and the “Seasons” series is one of my favorites among her works. 

Each book has its own story, its own characters, and its own themes, so there’s truly something for everyone. I especially enjoyed traveling from one book to the next, discovering different countries and atmospheres, from Scotland to Italy. What I en...

Each book is like a little journey in its own right, with romance woven into it gently (or not so gently). My favorite book is the third one, set in spring. I hope you’ll love this series as much as I did. ^^
A Fall to Forgive You
 
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This serie is one of my best discovers of this year.
Windy City series