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By
Dana Shea
My soul seeks thrillers, but I'm trying to grow outside those boundaries! Ya girl is NOT a fantasy girl though.
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Haunted Houses
Historical FIction
Black History Month
Indigenous Authors
Haunted Houses
I personally LOVE the cheesiness that is Grady Hendrix. You can't go wrong with a creepy haunted house story.
How to Sell a Haunted House - Grady Hendrix
A house whose walls bleeds every September? Sign me up!
The September House - Carissa Orlando
The absolute GOAT of haunted houses.
The Shining - Stephen King
Currently on my TBR
Mexican Gothic - Silvia Moreno-Garcia
One of the BEST. But also why do they publish the book with a TV/movie cover on it?? Leave it be!
The Haunting of Hill House - Shirley Jackson
Did I mention how much I love cheesy haunted houses? Did I also mention this takes place in an IKEA?
Horrorstör - Grady Hendrix
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On my TBR!
The Hacienda - Isabel Canas
The setting for this story is *chefs kiss*
The Only One Left - Riley Sager
This one reminded my a lot of Hill House but nonetheless a solid haunted house story.
Home Before Dark - Riley Sager
Historical FIction
Just got this one in, hopefully reading it soon!
All the Light We Cannot See - Anthony Doerr
I'm so scared to read this because I know I'm going to cry. Please convince me to read this.
The Nightingale - Kristin Hannah
I LOVED THIS BOOK
Daisy Jones & the Six - Taylor Jenkins Reid
I have been eyeing this book, adding it to my TBR!
A Gentleman in Moscow - Amor Towles
Ever cried on the plane because a book absolutely destroyed you? Because same.
The Last Correspondent - Soraya M. Lane
Black History Month
A girl at boarding school starts to discover coverups and dark secrets after her roommate goes missing. I'm so excited to start this read this month.
Where Sleeping Girls Lie - Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé
S.A. Crosby is quickly becoming one of my go to authors
Razorblade Tears - S.A. Cosby
The motivation that David brings through this book is unmatched. His story showcases how strength and determination can lead you to your dreams
Can't Hurt Me - David Goggins
Hands down one of the best memoirs I've ever read
Finding Me: A Memoir - Viola Davis
I'm nervous to read this one because it takes place 2025 but I'm reading it this year!
Parable of the Sower - Octavia E. Butler
I have wanted to read this for a long time, so adding it to my TBR finally!
The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks
Indigenous Authors
One of my favorite books of 2024 and anything from Angeline is definitely a automatic buy from me.
Firekeeper's Daughter - Angeline Boulley
A great native horror story, which is extra creepy when you are familiar with native beliefs.
The Only Good Indians - Stephen Graham Jones
I can't wait to read this. I love learning about ancient native ways and their connection to the earth and every living creature/plant
Braiding Sweetgrass - Robin Wall Kimmerer
Can't wait to start this series
My Heart Is a Chainsaw (Indian Lake Trilogy #1) - Stephen Graham Jones
A story about the brutal Indian boarding schools that spans three generations.
A Council of Dolls - Mona Susan Power
