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Books for Your Soft Girl Era 📚🌸
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items Novels and reads that fit the cozy, romantic aesthetic.
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A glamorous yet deeply emotional story about the rise and fall of an iconic Hollywood star. Evelyn’s love, loss, and secrets are unraveled in a way that feels both cinematic and heartbreakingly personal.
The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo|Paperback
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Step into a dreamlike world where a mysterious circus appears without warning. This magical tale of rivalry, romance, and enchantment is written in prose so lush it feels like poetry.
The Night Circus|Paperback
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A tender and haunting retelling of the legend of Achilles, told through the eyes of Patroclus. This novel explores love, fate, and sacrifice in a way that lingers long after you’ve turned the last page.
The Song of Achilles|Paperback
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An intimate portrayal of two people—Connell and Marianne—whose lives intersect and diverge over the years. It’s raw, quiet, and devastatingly beautiful.
Normal People|Paperback
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Through letters and introspection, Sally Rooney captures the complexities of friendship, love, and existential longing in this contemporary yet timeless novel.
Beautiful World, Where Are You: A Novel|BN Exclusive
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Addie makes a deal with the devil and gains immortality—but no one can remember her. This sweeping tale spans centuries and explores love, identity, and the hunger to leave a mark on the world.
The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue|Paperback
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A timeless classic about the March sisters navigating love, ambition, and family bonds. This story is as warm as a crackling fireplace and perfect for cozy reading sessions.
Little Women|Hardcover
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Wit, romance, and biting social commentary make this Austen classic a must-read. Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy’s story is endlessly charming and enduringly relevant.
Pride and Prejudice|Paperback
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A bittersweet second-chance romance told through heartfelt letters and flashbacks. It’s tender, emotional, and will leave you aching in the best way.
Before We Were Strangers: A Love Story|Paperback
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A feel-good romance about two best friends who vacation together every summer. It’s light, funny, and full of heartfelt moments that make it impossible to put down.
People We Meet on Vacation|Paperback
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Two writers with writer’s block—one a romance author, the other a literary fiction author—swap genres for the summer. Equal parts witty and heartfelt, this book feels like a warm hug.
Beach Read|Paperback
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A deeply emotional story that tackles love, heartbreak, and difficult choices with raw honesty. It’s a novel that stays with you long after you finish.
It Ends with Us|Paperback
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A heart-wrenching love story about fate, timing, and the choices we make. It’s romantic, bittersweet, and beautifully written.
The Light We Lost (Reese's Book Club)|Paperback
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Part mystery, part coming-of-age story, this novel paints a vivid portrait of a lonely girl growing up in the marshes of North Carolina. It’s atmospheric, emotional, and unforgettable.
Where the Crawdads Sing|Paperback
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A fantasy romance filled with magic, danger, and an irresistible enemies-to-lovers storyline. It’s immersive, enchanting, and impossible to stop reading.
A Court of Thorns and Roses (A Court of Thorns and Roses Series #1)|Paperback