I’m pretty picky with my five-star ratings, so every book on this list completely won me over. Whether it made me cry, kept me up way too late reading, taught me something new, or stayed with me long after I turned the final page, these are my five-s...
Abby Jimenez somehow writes characters that feel like real people. Equal parts emotional, hopeful, and impossible to put down.
The Night We Met
The perfect summer read. The Prince Edward Island setting, the chemistry, and the emotional depth made this an easy five stars.
This Summer Will Be Different
One of the most unforgettable books I’ve ever read. Heartbreaking, hopeful, and beautifully written from beginning to end.
The Great Alone
One of the most powerful memoirs I’ve ever read. Honest, compassionate, and incredibly important, this is a book I think everyone should experience.
Know My Name: A Memoir
Everything I love in a beach read. A charming setting, memorable characters, and just enough mystery to keep me turning the pages.
The Hotel Nantucket
One of my favourite thrillers ever. Go into this one completely blind because every twist is worth it.
The Last Mrs. Parrish
One of the most courageous memoirs I’ve ever read. It’s heartbreaking, deeply moving, and a powerful reminder of the strength it takes to tell your story. This is a book that has stayed with me long after I finished it.
Nobody's Girl: A Memoir of Surviving Abuse and Fighting for Justice
A beautifully written story filled with heart. Sarah Damoff has quickly become one of my favourite authors.
The Burning Side
One of my favourite books of all time. It’s emotional, hopeful, and one of those stories I’ll never stop recommending.
The Bright Years
An incredibly addictive mystery that kept me guessing until the very end. I couldn’t put it down.
Dissection of a Murder
If you’re choosing this one, listen to the audiobook instead of reading it. The full cast narration makes this oral history an unforgettable experience.
The Only Plane in the Sky: An Oral History of September 11, 2001
Funny, heartfelt, and full of lovable characters. Abby Jimenez has become one of my automatic pre-order authors.
Just for the Summer
Warm, nostalgic, and everything I want in a summer romance. This was one of my favourite reads of the year.
One Golden Summer
Such a special book. It’s heartwarming, charming, and unlike anything else I’ve read.
Remarkably Bright Creatures
This book absolutely destroyed me in the best way possible. Keep tissues nearby because you’ll need them.
Firefly Lane
This completely lived up to the hype. Glamorous, emotional, and impossible to stop thinking about once I finished.
The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo
A beautiful mix of family drama, love, and a little bit of magic. Easily one of my favourite Elin Hilderbrand novels.
