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5 Star Reads!

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every one of my five star reads since i started logging my books in 2023. it has romance, fantasy, and literary fiction listed!
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fantasy

 
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I was so excited to jump back into Rebecca Ross's writing and this book was exactly what I needed to get out of my book slump. I randomly picked up this book at Target simply because of the author, and it now brings me to a 3/3 5 stars for Rebecca Ro...
The Queen's Rising by Rebecca Ross
 
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SUZANNE YOU'RE PAYING FOR MY THERAPYYYYYYY
Sunrise on the Reaping (The Hunger Games)
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I was literally speechless. This series was incredible. This entire book threw me for a loop I wasn't expecting, and I am so thankful that I finally read it. Also Suzanne you'll be hearing from my therapist for You-Know-Who. P.S. This book really ...
Mockingjay (Hunger Games Series #3)|Paperback
 
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I had always heard amazing things about this book and I can't lie, they are right.
Dance of Thieves (Dance of Thieves Series #1)|Paperback
 
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*screams incoherently* SUZANNE BESTIE YOU'VE DONE IT AGAIN
Catching Fire (Hunger Games Series #2)|Paperback
 
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"To tell a story is in some part to tell a lie, isn't it?" AHHHHH RACHELLLLL RACHELLLLL This might just be my favorite book that I’ve read this year. I was so excited that Rachel Gillig was releasing a new book the year that I found The Shepherd Ki...
The Knight and the Moth|Hardcover
 
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Probably one of the most perfect series ever. The magic system is incredibly unique and I love the romances.
Two Twisted Crowns (Deluxe Limited Hardcover Edition)|Paperback
 
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"The two were together, so the two were the same:The girl, the King… and the monster they became." I am OBSESSED! The vibes? Immaculate. The rhymes? Interesting. The romance? Perfection.
One Dark Window (Deluxe Limited Hardcover Edition)|Paperback
 
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A really solid ending to a fun duology.
Rebel Witch: The Crimson Moth: Book 2|Hardcover
 
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Bridgerton with witches! Witch/Witch Hunter Romance! Get on it people!
Heartless Hunter: The Crimson Moth: Book 1|Hardcover
 
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The best found family ever written I fear.
Six of Crows (Six of Crows Series #1)|Paperback
 
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My first R.F. Kuang and definitely not my last! Gripping and beautifully unique.
The Poppy War (Poppy War Series #1)|Paperback
 
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MAGIC BRIDGERTON
A Fragile Enchantment|Paperback
 
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I forced my family to go to the book store in Florida the day after Christmas to get this book and it didn't disappoint.
Ruthless Vows|Hardcover
 
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The ending Jude, Cardan, and everyone else deserved.
The Queen of Nothing (Folk of the Air Series #3)|Paperback
 
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A unique story with fun magic and a setting that feels just outside of historical reality.
Divine Rivals: A Novel|Hardcover

romance

 
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I only recently found Alexandra Romanoff and her writing but I am so thankful that I did. Big Fan has been one of the biggest surprises of my reading year, so when I saw that there was going to be a second book in the series, I was ecstatic, and she ...
Square Waves: An 831 Stories Romance|Paperback
 
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I fear that I am a bit too much like the FMC. Also, Henry is just PERFECT.
Daydream (Maple Hills Series #3)|Paperback
 
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Regency Mean Girls!
Queen Bee|Paperback
 
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I love this entire series and all of the couples that have been brought into my life.
With You Forever|Paperback
 
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Found this series on KU and I am so happy I did. I love Liz Tomforde's writing and can't wait to read more.
Caught Up|Paperback
 
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Another amazing book by Liz Tomforde! I just love this series.
The Right Move|Paperback
 
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MODERN DAY RAPUNZEL YES PLEASE!
Tangled up in You (A Meant to Be Novel)|Paperback
 
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What can I say I love a cowboy.
Lost and Lassoed: A Rebel Blue Ranch Novel (B&N Exclusive Edition)|Paperback
 
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Elsie Silver is an auto-buy author for me at this point.
Wild Love (Standard Edition) (Rose Hill Series #1)|Paperback
 
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Ali Hazelwood's first step into YA and I was a huge fan! I am a casual chess player, but this book kept me super invested.
Check & Mate|Paperback
 
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I cried next to a 50 year old man on a plane coming home from England over this book. Just so good.
Book Lovers|Paperback
 
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My favorite Bridgerton book so far! Sophie best girl. Benedict (eh) (but not surprised he's a Bridgerton boy). The banter was PEAK and it was possibly my favorite Cinderella retelling so far, and the use of social class was so perfect. Also, Viole...
An Offer from a Gentleman (Bridgerton Series #3)|Paperback
 
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I need to be left alone for 5-7 business days
The Song of Achilles|Paperback
 
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Another banger by Emily Henry
Happy Place|Paperback

literary fiction

 
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My first real step into literary fiction and it was beautiful. I loved Cara so much and I loved how it was written stream of consciousness like an interview would be. It was a great look into a woman's world and how quickly the world changes around ...
How Not to Drown in a Glass of Water: A Novel|Paperback
 
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A beautiful exploration of grief and everything that comes along with it. As someone who recently lost someone who I considered to be a platonic soulmate, this book was able to put into words things that I didn’t even know how to explain. I read it i...
The Ghosts We Keep|Paperback
 
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Unexpectedly amazing. The story and writing were so fun to follow and enjoy.
I'll Give You the Sun|Paperback
 
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All men should rot.
Cleopatra and Frankenstein|Paperback
 
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THE literary fiction book in my personal opinion.
Normal People|Paperback