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Alyssa DenBesten
I’m a big fan of reading. Here I’ve compiled some of my favorite reads. I’d love to hear your recommendations. My never ending TBR would appreciate it!
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My November reads
Top Reads
TBR
My November reads
5 stars all around!
If It Makes You Happy by Julie Olivia
Such a good one! Top contender for the year.
Good Spirits: A Novel|Paperback
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Yours Truly (Part of Your World, #2) by Abby Jimenez
I loved this one!
People Watching: A Novel: Bonam-Young, Hannah: 9780593871881
Lynn Painter is a master at what she does! This is such a cute one.
Maid for Each Other: Painter, Lynn: 9780593638033
Top Reads
The cutest rom com
Well, Actually: A Novel|Paperback
This book will stay with me. Always.
The Women: A Novel|Hardcover
5 star read
Atmosphere: A Love Story (GMA Book Club Pick)|Hardcover
Top 5 all time book recommendations
Redeeming Love|Paperback
This is a new release and worth the wait! Also recently made into a movie I can’t wait to watch
The Christmas Ring: A Holiday Romance|Hardcover
One of my best reads of 2025
First-Time Caller|Paperback
Already want to reread
Next of Kin: A Novel|Paperback
This is such a cute romcom! And added bonus: they’re making it into a movie 🍿
People We Meet on Vacation|Paperback
Another 5 star read by Abby Jimenez
Say You'll Remember Me (B&N Exclusive Edition)|BN Exclusive
Being a Michigan native, this book felt like such a hug.
Tom Lake|Paperback
Heartbreaking in the best way.
The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah, Paperback
I loved this one. The audiobook was top tier
Daisy Jones & The Six|Paperback
This was a cute Christmas read
Baggage Claim by Juliana Smith, Paperback
This is another one that will stick with me for a long time.
Broken Country (Reese's Book Club)|Hardcover
A super cute rom com to add to your reading list
You Between the Lines by Katie Naymon, Paperback
Loved this one by Jodi Picoult!
By Any Other Name: A Novel|Paperback
Read this one before it’s made for the screen, featuring Alan Ritchson
Counting Miracles: A Novel|BN Exclusive
Halfway through this book and already love it. If Lynn Painter writes it, I’m gonna read it
Mr. Wrong Number|Paperback
Abby Jimenez is a master! I’ve loved each of her books I’ve read
Part of Your World|Paperback
My favorite Abby Jimenez book to date
Just for the Summer|Paperback
One of my favorite fantasy reads. I wish I could read this again for the first time
Divine Rivals: A Novel|Hardcover
This book was so good. I loved the backstage dynamics shown in this book on show business
City of Girls: A Novel|Paperback
This is outside of my normal realm but such an interesting story.
Remarkably Bright Creatures|Paperback
My all time favorite author with such a beautiful story.
Just Once|Paperback
If Emily Henry writes it, I’m gonna read it.
Funny Story|Hardcover
This story had the most interesting question. I’ve thought about it for such a long time after finishing it.
The Measure|Hardcover
Another great heart breaking storyline.
The Four Winds: A Novel|Paperback
TBR
An indie author recommendation I can’t wait to get my hands on. Please support this author!
You Should've Just Let Me Go - Signed Copy - TikTok Shop
Can’t wait to read this Christmas romance
The Bright Side of Christmas Signed Paperback - a grumpy sunshine small town Christmas romance novel - TikTok Shop
One of my most anticipated reads for 2026. Preorder now! Will be released March 24th
The Night We Met (Deluxe Edition)|Hardcover
This book is at the top of my TBR list! The first book in this series, First Time Caller, was so so good!
And Now, Back to You|Paperback
Save this for later! I love Katherine Center. This one comes out in May 2026!
The Shippers: A Novel|Hardcover
