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Books That Pulled Me Out of a Reading Slump
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items These books reignited by passion for reading. I tend to read a wide variety of genres, so I have organized these books in to categories for whatever mood you are feeling at the moment! Feel free to jump around - sometimes switching genres can pull yo...
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Fantasy Reads
Romance Reads
Horror/Thriller Reads
Raw, Impactful, Unforgettable
Sci-fi
Fantasy Reads
Dragons, princes, long lost queens = the best escape from this reality.
This book got me back in to reading, which is why the rest of these books on this list exist!
I loved the plot, the character development was incredible, and the romance was perfect! Who knew dragons could be so snarky? I also might’ve cried a tiny ...
Fourth Wing|Paperback
Book 2 in the Empyrean Series! A sequel that lives up to the first story! This book made me cry just as much as the first, maybe more, but in the best way possible. The deep connections that were created in book 1 carry over in to this story, and it ...
Iron Flame|Paperback
My Roman Empire, Ladies and Gentlemen, THE Throne of Glass Series! The only acceptable reading order: Assassin’s Blade, Throne of Glass, Crown of Midnight, Heir of Fire, Queen of Shadows, Empire of Storms & Tower of Dawn — TANDEM READ (you can fi...
Throne of Glass Paperback Box Set|Paperback
The man in this story has ruined every other man for me. Kai Azer, the man that you are!! I read this in one day and I still think about it constantly! I took a ridiculous amount of notes and I reread them all the time, just to feel a little of what ...
Powerless|Hardcover
The second installment in the Powerless series brings suspense, drama, adventure, and a moral dilemma that even the strongest of us would shy away from. I really enjoyed this as a sequel. While there are some parts that felt a bit repetitive, it is n...
Reckless|Hardcover
As much as I wanted this story to last forever, all good things must come to an end and THIS ending, was incredible. If you want closure, look no further. I think this wrapped up the story so nicely and when I finished it, I felt content.
Make sure ...
Fearless | Hardcover
Looking for an LGBTQ+ read? Look no further! As a fantasy lover, this was intriguing! An entire book focused on witches that literally burn themselves at the stake each night to guard death was the last thing I was expecting to read but when I found ...
Tonight, I Burn|Paperback
A romantasy where the main characters aren’t freshly 18, but actually in their twenties? SIGN ME UP!! This book had me on the edge of my seat, and book 2 is out this November! I really liked the pacing of this book. At first, I felt it was a bit slow...
Quicksilver | Hardcover
Romance Reads
A little romance, a little drama, and a whole lotta tears… make sure you have tissues nearby!
Rebecca Yarros may write about dragons and the badass female heroines that ride them, but she started out writing strictly romance novels… and they sure are tear jerkers! Grab your tissues and a shoulder to cry on, friends! This story had me up at 2a...
The Last Letter|Paperback
Heartbreaking is the only way I can describe this book. “But Maddie, why would you recommend it then?” Just because it made me cry doesn't mean it wasn't worth every single second! YA friendly and a story that will stick with you! The pacing was grea...
The Fault in Our Stars|Paperback
I adore this story! It’s YA but as a 27 year old, I still enjoyed it. It deals with some heavy themes - loss, grief, depression - and portrays it very well. I think this has the potential to be a very healing read for those struggling with the loss o...
You've Reached Sam - by Dustin Thao (Paperback)
Horror/Thriller Reads
Horror fans unite! These books will keep you on edge until the big reveal, and then some!
A compilation of short stories by Stephen King! For when you want something captivating but low commitment! These stories all have a thrilling/scary/suspenseful vibe to them. “Survivor Type” is a personal favorite of mine! I was way too young to read...
Skeleton Crew: Stories|Paperback
This set includes the following titles: Classic Horror Tales (selected short stories), Dracula, by Bram Stoker, The Brothers Grimm: 101 Fairy Tales, Selected Works of Edgar Allan Poe Frankenstein by Mary Shelley, The Legend of Sleepy Hollow and Other...
Word Cloud Classics: Horror Collection|Other Format
This is a great book for the fall! It’s a psychological thriller that gets you thinking about relationships and perspectives. I started out very skeptical. I heard so much hype around this and I was worried I wouldn’t like it, and to be honest, I did...
Gone Girl
Raw, Impactful, Unforgettable
Stories that will stick with you for the rest of your life a.k.a. my go-to recommendations.
A look in to the lives of two women during a war in Afghanistan. Heartbreaking and impactful in every way. I read this in school as an assignment, and re-read it as an adult. It was just as good, maybe even better now that I am able to comprehend the...
A Thousand Splendid Suns|Paperback
Life can, and should, revolve around love - even in the smallest ways, it can change everything. I read this book for school, and it was a tear jerker, but also so very important as a growing individual. Definitely one that I think warrants a reread ...
Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson, 25th Anniversary Edition|Paperback
A classic, written by a woman in her teens. This is from the point of view of a kid growing up with his brothers and the rest of his found family. I read this probably once every couple of years and it will never not be good. I cry every time (someti...
The Outsiders|Paperback
You will not be okay after this one, but I think this is a very important read for everyone, no matter your genre choice. For many, this was not just a story - it was real.
The Boy in the Striped Pajamas|Paperback
Sci-fi
Futuristic, alternative ways of life, made possible by technological change!
What would you do if you knew today was your last day alive? I will admit, I was hesitant at first… but this book was captivating and well written! Once you get in to it, it really consumes you! I flew through it, then found book 2 (a prequel) and it...
They Both Die at the End|Paperback
A thrilling story you just can't put down! Bonus: the movie is great too! (but I always think you should read the book first!) However, if you struggle with visuals when reading but are interested in it, watch the movie, then read this! It’s captivat...
The Martian|Hardcover
This book was so much fun to read!! It has so many pop culture references and such a nostalgic vibe, I loved it!! I read this in about two or three days, and I’m (im)patiently waiting for book 2! The movie was also just as fun! There were slight diff...
Ready Player One