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My Favorite Books Whenever I'm in the Mood 📖

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As someone who loves reading but gets distracted easily, these are my fave books that I finished because it's so good! Whether you want a good laugh, a good cry, you're feeling very powerful, or just some cozy feeling? Check this out 🫡
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u + me = romcom? 💕

Want something funny with the touch of love? Here's for you!

 
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A romantic comedy novel featuring the nonstop banter of two neighbors, Liz and Wes. If you're looking for a chill and cute frenemies to lovers, this one is for you!
Better Than the Movies by Lynn Painter
 
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Continuing the comedic love story of Wes and Liz. As they explore this new affection towards each other, the two found themselves in a situation.
Nothing Like the Movies (Better Than the Movies, #2) by Lynn Painter
 
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A boxed set that includes Better than the Movies and Nothing like the Movies by Lynn Painter. Easier to read and could save more money if you want to buy the books!
The Going to the Movies Collection (Boxed Set) by Lynn Painter
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I remember giggling while reading this book as it has the typical “enemies-to-lovers” trope while also having that pretend couple scenario that eventually leads to their true romance.
The Spanish Love Deception by Elena Armas
 
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Another fake relationship genre? Here's for you! The story of Olive and Adam shows how fake romance can turn into something real.
The Love Hypothesis by Ali Hazelwood

i need a tissue!! 🥹

Books that DEFINITELY made me cry whether because of the characters or plot progression.

 
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My favorite Mitch Albom book that definitely gives lessons and a good cry. A story about unraveling unexpected connections we humans have in the world and how it affects us and their lives.
The Five People You Meet in Heaven by Mitch Albom
 
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The story of how Achilles became the greatest Greek warrior and this explores the life he led with his companion, Patroclus.
The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller
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i feel so powerful rn ⭐️

The things that I read whenever I feel so low and want something to boost my confidence.

 
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A novel that explores the life of Evelyn Hugo, a powerful actress in hollywood, and how she made a name for herself. This also highlights the life she had with seven husbands as she makes a name for herself.
The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid
 
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This could be in the sci-fi section but NOOO! The power and bravery that Katniss has will always be special in my heart. Also, of course, the other characters that portrayed freedom and peace will forever be iconic.
The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins (Five-Books Set)
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life is indeed worth living ☕️

Cozy and heart-warming stories that can make me enjoy life after reading it.

 
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For book lovers who was hesitant to read books out of hobby before, this one is for you! A cozy novel exploring both healing and self-discovery.
Days at the Morisaki Bookshop by Satoshi Yagisawa

you have bewitched me body and soul 🎹

Classic masterpieces that I was able to finish (I was so proud).

 
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For some reason, I was BEWITCHED by this classic novel by Jane Austen. The tension between Mr. Darcy and Elizabeth is something than you need to see if you're into mild enemies to lovers trope.
Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen
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Exploring the life of four sisters living in the middle of American Civil War. Each sistsers has their own personalities that responds on how they handle the challenges of societal expectations and indigence.
Little Women by Louisa May Alcott
 
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Another classic masterpiece that, as young girl, helped me broaden my imagination as it takes me to a wonderful poetic journey in the cosmos while also unravelling the truth of life.
The Little Prince by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry
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something magical 🧙‍♀️

When I feel like I want to enter a whole new world, something magical it is!
 
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Hands down, the BEST book series I was able to read. I love the movie adaptations of the first two books, but I must say that it is more magical in the books.
Percy Jackson by Rick Riordan [Complete Series Box Set]
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power of sci-fi!

Books to movies sci-fi genres that I absolutely loveee!

 
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A stranded astronaut visitor utilizes his skills to survive a planet no one has ever lived before.
The Martian by Andy Weir
 
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Another masterpiece obviously from Andy Weir himself! A science teacher that saved the planet from being ice cold.
Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir
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