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What Should I Read Next?
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items I’ve read 50+ books each year for the past few years—spanning multiple genres—so I have quite a few recommendations if you’re looking for your next read! All links are to bookshop.org because we love supporting indie bookstores 🫶🏻
Sections
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Dystopian & Sci Fi
Fantasy
Mystery & Thriller
Romance
Romantasy
Dystopian & Sci Fi
I feel like this one doesn’t need much explaining? If you haven’t read it yet, do yourself a favor and read it asap.
The Hunger Games
I met this author and she was the sweetest person! this book has an interesting take on multi-verses and walking between worlds that I really enjoyed
The Space Between Worlds
Fantasy
Can confirm this series is still so much fun to read as an adult! Whether you’re reading it for the first time or revisiting Camp Half-Blood, this is an incredible series based on Greek mythology. Plus it’s a show on Disney+!
Percy Jackson and the Olympians, Book One: The Lightning Thief
Although this series may be YA, it’s still a dark fantasy about three sisters who will have to kill each other for the crown. It’s an intriguing read, even as an adult!
Three Dark Crowns
Slower paced, but this one is a must-read if you’re a fan of Greek mythology.
Circe
If you’re an Alice in Wonderland fan, this standalone Queen of Hearts story is a must-read!
Heartless
whimsical but still a bit dark, this one constantly had me second-guessing things!
Caraval
Mystery & Thriller
Told from the POVs of the past, present, and a murder mystery podcast, this book keeps you guessing! It’s also got a supernatural element too 👀
Almost Surely Dead
Agatha Christie is the Queen of Crime for a reason! This is the first in the series revolving around Detective Hercules Poirot.
The Mysterious Affair at Styles
Romance
This is the only mafia romance I’ve read, but I’m a big fan! The series takes place in Boston and each book follows one of the O’Malley siblings. This is a series you’re probably not going to be reading primarily for the plot…
Dark Succession (previously published as The Marriage Contract)
The perfect beach read, this book is just so heartwarming! Swifties will also find a fun Easter egg in this one 👀
The Summer of Broken Rules
This was my first Emily Henry and the one that began the addiction. Do yourself a favor and read this if you’re a romance book girly!
Beach Read
such a fun read, plus it’s coming to Netflix in July 2026!
People We Meet on Vacation
this is 100% a cheesy, Hallmark-esque, small-town romance with some Stars Hollow vibes! plus the sequel is even better imo
The Pumpkin Spice Café
I read this one in 24 hours, definitely one of my top Emily Henry books
Book Lovers
Romantasy
Quite possibly my favorite series of all time. The message of how small acts of kindness can save the world is just so powerful 🥹 I will always recommend starting with Throne of Glass first and reading Assassin’s Blade third (after Crown of Midnight...
Throne of Glass
The Crescent City series is an urban fantasy series, which is not a type of fantasy that I read too often, but I really enjoyed this SJM series as well!
House of Earth and Blood
Hades x Persephone retelling that you definitely aren’t reading primarily for the plot 🤭 The first few books feel more like interconnected standalones, but as the series progresses there becomes an overarching storyline and conflict!
Neon Gods
If you want to read about dragons and romance against the backdrop of a war college, this is the series for you!
Fourth Wing
This is probably one of the most unique magic systems I’ve ever read about. One Dark Window is a gothic fantasy that will pull you into a world of magical cards and deceit. & the second book in this duology is just as good as the first!
One Dark Window
while I do recommend you read the Caraval trilogy before this one, the OUABH trilogy could be read on its own. it’s so magical and whimsical and wonderful and I highly recommend!
Once Upon a Broken Heart
The book that got me back into reading after a years-long hiatus, this one will always have a special place in my heart!
A Court of Thorns and Roses