Books I’ve read and genuinely enjoyed, from fantasy and gothic stories to romance, thrillers, and atmospheric reads. Basically, my list of books worth adding to your TBR.
I love the dreamy fantasy world, slow-burn romance, strong female lead, and the mix of mythology, adventure, and emotional drama.
Daughter of the Moon Goddess (Celestial Kingdom ...
A really emotional read about friendship, hope, and making the most of the time you have. It’s heartbreaking without feeling overly heavy, and the characters make it easy to get attached.
The Honest Truth (Scholastic Gold) by Gemeinhart
I liked how different the world of Herland feels from what you’d expect, especially the way it challenges traditional ideas about gender, society, and what a “perfect” world could look like. It’s an interesting read if you like books that make you th...
Herland: Gilman, Charlotte Perkins: 9781981095049
Dark, gothic, and beautifully written. I loved the vampire mythology, complicated relationships, and the way it explores love, obsession, and finding your own identity.
A Dowry of Blood by S.T. Gibson
Dreamy, atmospheric, and a little strange in the best way. I loved the magical world, emotional story, and themes of grief, love, and letting go.
Water Moon by Samantha Sotto Yambao
A dark, disturbing, and emotionally complicated read. It really gets into manipulation, obsession, and how someone can rationalize an unhealthy relationship, so it definitely sticks with you.
My Dark Vanessa: A Novel by Kate Russell
A gripping legal thriller with murder, secrets, and plenty of twists. I liked how the mystery slowly unfolds while keeping you questioning who you can actually trust.
Presumed Innocent - Turow, Scott: Books
A creepy gothic retelling with a strange, unsettling atmosphere. I loved the eerie house, mysterious characters, and the way it mixes classic horror with something completely its own.
What Moves the Dead (Sworn Soldier, #1) by T. Kingfisher
A dark, twisted read that dives into family secrets, murder, and the kind of dysfunction you absolutely want to read about from a safe distance. Perfect if you like messy families and morally questionable characters.
A Family of Killers
A really interesting dystopian read with a unique take on death and immortality. I loved the moral questions around who gets to decide who lives and dies, and the world-building kept me hooked.