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5 ⭐️ Book Recommendations!
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items I LOVE to read! Here are my 5 star books I’ve read over my lifetime!
Only the best choices for you guys! The listings are divided by genre for your searching ease.
If it wasn’t an “OH MY GOSH, THIS WAS SO GOOD!!” it’s not making the list! Rest as...
Sections
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Sci-Fi
American Classic Literature
Nonfiction
Fiction
Rom-Com
Suspense
Sci-Fi
This books will give you chills—in a good or bad way— you’ll have to decide for yourself
Brave New World: Huxley, Aldous
This series is awesome! Heavy, thought-provoking, so insightful! Not my usual read, but I couldn’t put it down
Parable of the Sower (Earthseed, #1) by Octavia E. Butler
This is the second book to parable of the sower, and it was a great sequel. You know how sometimes sequels really suck? Well this one did not!
Parable of the Talents: Butler, Octavia E.
American Classic Literature
Another classic American novel I love that holds pieces of insight to unravel read after read!
East of Eden by John Steinbeck
I love classic American literature- I re-read this book regularly and find a new nugget everytime, it’s that good!
The Street: A Novel - Petry, Ann
Nonfiction
Nothing helps you remember how to practice gratitude more than a testimony about someone who survived the Holocaust.
The Hiding Place: Corrie Ten Boom, Elizabeth Sherrill
I learned about hospitality during all seasons of life through this encouraging read!
The Gospel Comes with a House Key
Wow! To go from having no it all to having GOD and giving it all up. Becket’s testimony leaves me inspired.
A Change of Affection: A Gay Man's Story
After surging the Holocaust, Corrie continued to live her life for God. A woman on a mission! So inspiring!
Tramp for the Lord: ten Boom, Corrie
This adorable series features a family who immigrated to the States for Nordic Europe. Their story sticks with you for life!
The Franzons Series by Thyra Ferre Bjorn
One minute you’re crying, the next minute you’re craving authentic homemade kimchi.
Crying in H Mart: A Memoir by Michelle Zauner
Be not only inspired through interior design, but also from the story of this beautiful, living, creative couple!
Designed to Last: Building an Intentional Home
This book made me an Elvis fan 🥹
From Here to the Great Unknown
I’ve read the sample in my Kindle and I’m HOOKED!! I cannot wait to get my hands on the rest of this book!!!
Make Him A Sandwich: Why Real Women Don't Need Fake Feminism
This is one of my all-time favorite books! I have a uncommon obsession with the Kennedy’s and this story was a huge insight into their real life!
All Too Human: Love Story of Jack & Jackie
This book is really interesting! It really opens your mind to the depths of our government. If you haven’t broadened your mind, now’s the time!
Chaos Audiobook by Tom O'Neill, Dan Piepenbring
Fiction
Warning: this book WILL make you cry. Ugh, but it’s so good!!
The Orphan's Tale: A Novel by Pam Jenoff
Eerie, deep and wild! Such a wonderful read!
The Great Alone: A Novel - Hannah, Kristin
This book was so fun & posh! A great summertime read!
The Lost Summers of Newport: A Novel - Books
This was a heavy read! You will leave changed after you finish it!
Daughters of Shandong by Eve J. Chung
After I far too long reading hiatus, I picked this book out of my goodreads TBR list and am beyond satisfied!
Did You Hear About Kitty Karr? by Crystal Smith Paul
I read this book in three days. Why! It was so fun and spunky, and no wonder; the author wrote the fabulous book the Devil wears Prada! This is a really fun Reed and I really enjoyed it having a break from something serious to read something lighthea...
When Life Gives You Lululemons - Weisberger
This book had a spin I wasn’t expecting. I really enjoyed the setting of the story and the literary emphasis put into this novel. A top read for sure!
The Mad Wife by Meagan Church
I rarely say I love a book, but this one has certainly become a favorite! The setting the characters and the symbolism were all so intentional and well thought through.
I’ve been told the audiobook is AWESOME and I plan to listen to it next year to...
The Calamity Club by Kathryn Stockett
Rom-Com
This work was really cute! It would be the perfect Reed for your next vacation! I felt like I was transported straight into the storyline!
Wish You Were Here, Picoult, Jodi
One of my all time favorite series!
Crazy Rich Asians Trilogy Box Set by Kwan
This book took me by surprise, I wasn’t expecting to enjoy it so much.
My heart pinned for the main characters, and I actually hope they make a sequel or turn this into a movie!
Into the Blue by Emma Brodie
Suspense
I couldn’t put this book down! It was so good! In fact, I need a little book break in between my next read to let this one soak in and consider the things I enjoyed the most from the plot!
Love, Mom: Fast-Paced Psychological Thriller
AHHH this book was AMAZING!! It’ll keep you on your toes!
His & Hers by Alice Feeney
I still remember where I was when I listened to this book on audiobooks! It was THAT GOOD!
The Silent Patient - Michaelides, Alex
This book was so mysterious, festive and fun!
The Most Wonderful Crime of the Year by Ally Carter
This book is super fun & quirky!!
Everyone in My Family Has Killed Someone by Benjamin Stevenson
I wouldn’t give this book a spicy scale, more content, warning scale
What’s that said, I am thoroughly enjoying the psychological thriller! I’ve fallen asleep, reading it every night for the past couple days, eager to finish the read, but not so eag...
Drowning in Paper Flowers by E.L. Westbury
Such good twists and turns through the very end! It kept me on my toes!
The Surrogate Mother by Freida McFadden
Christian Fiction
These books made me think about the courageous women of the Bible in a whole new light!
Lineage of Grace (5 book series) Kindle Edition
These books made me think about the courageous women of the Bible in a whole new light!
A Lineage of Grace: 5 Women in Jesus' Lineage
I got lost in this series a few summers ago! Marvelous! You’re going to LOVE them!!
Mark of the Lion Series
Read during hard times and good times alike- this allegorical read will leave you with tears of hope and inspiration!
Hinds' Feet on High Places: Hurnard, Hannah
Sometimes we forget we live in a spiritual realm, this book not only reminds you to stay prayed up, but consider just how Gods protected you in life!
This Present Darkness: Peretti, Frank E.
Just finished book one and I couldn’t put it down! Riveting and beautiful until the last page.
Revealed—Fountain Creek Chronicles
Kindle
I love my kindle! I was still using the 1st generation one from 2012! It was past time for an upgrade!
Jade Colored Kindle Paperwhite
Christian Self-Help
Need a life changing book? This is your one spot shop!
The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry: Stay Healthy
I’m about a quarter of the way through this book and have teared up so many times. I unfortunately can relate, which is hard, but I can already sense how this book will be so healing in my life! 
Restored: Transforming Past Sting to Purpose
This book has been starting me down for over a year, but I’ve been too scary to crack it open and do the hard work.
It’s a blessing
Dark Clouds, Deep Mercy: Grace of Lament
Historical Fiction
Bear with me, and yourself. This book is really long, but man will knock your socks off! Here’s a tip– listen to it via audiobook!
The Women: A Novel Hannah, Kristin
This book made me want to catch a flight to New York immediately!
The Personal Librarian
Bravo! This book was a hit last year & trending for a reason!
A Girl Called Samson by Amy Harmon
This book oh my goodness! It is such an interesting storyline, and set in a time period that you don’t get to enjoy in books often enough.
The Undertaker's Assistant: Post-Civil War Novel
It’s a heavy read, but this is one of my favorite books!
A Time to Kill: A Jake Brigance Novel
Thank you to my eighth grade language arts teachers, who made us read and study this book! A great American classic that every young student should have to read!
To Kill A Mockingbird
I cannot remember where I found this book but I am so glad I did. It has been a page turner from beginning to end! Trigger warning, are some really tough topics in this story but Kate Quinn doesn’t allude on what’s happening which I really appreciate...
Mistress of Rome (The Empress of Rome, #1) - Goodreads
I started this book last week and I cannot put it down! It is such a great read and I’m really enjoying it. I look forward to reading the next books in the series.
Storm Clouds Rolling In - Bregdan Chronicles
I just finished this book last night and it kept me on my toes until the end! I immediately downloaded the third book to this series, and can’t wait to see where the storyline goes, next!
Daughters of Rome (Empress of Rome) - Quinn
Family & Parenting
Every mom needs to read this book!
Gospel Hope For Everyday written by Emily Jensen and Laura Wifler
Every couple with kids needs to read this book together!
Take Back Your Family: From Burnout & Busyness
Design
This is my absolute favorite design book! It reads like a story, and the Petros have a wonderful one!
Designed to Last: Building an Intentional Home
This is a delightful, enlightening book about interior design that has become one of my prized possessions!
Homebody: A Guide to Creating Spaces You Never Want to ...
Cookbooks
I really love to cook and bake! I’m quite picky when it comes to cookbook I purchased and Cook from and here are my pride, intrude, heirloom level, suggestions!
As a busy mom with young children under the age of 10, this cookbook could save my life in many seasons, Ware meal planning and deciding what’s for dinner is just far too overwhelming
The Cook Once, Eat All Week Easy Meal Prep Plan
My friend, let me borrow this cookbook before I bought it myself and I have thoroughly enjoyed cooking out of it. The recipes are so simple and modern yet nostalgic at the same time.
SALT FAT ACID HEAT
Out of all three of Joanna Gaines cookbooks, volume two is my absolute favorite! I come back to a time and time again and it’s pages are very well loved in my copy.
Magnolia Table Vol 2: Recipes for Gathering
This cookbook is so well done. I can’t wait to try all the recipes. It’s lovely and all looks delicious!
My first ever cookbook is finally here
Children’s Books
My kid’s co-op teacher shared about this series with me, and that my 9 year old was very interested in these graphic novels.
So, between thrifting at secondhand book sources, and asking for Christmas, I’ll be slowly working on growing this collectio...
The Tuttle Twins
Pregnancy/Birthing
This is a spectacular book for those who want to brought in their horizons out of the traditional, medical birthing hemisphere.
Baby Catcher | Book by Peggy Vincent
This is another really great read to prepare your mind and body for your supernatural childbirth
Supernatural Childbirth Book
I utilized Christian Hypnobirthing for two out of my four pregnancies and laborers, and I recommend it to every friend, every chance I get. From their audio tracks to their books and their blog everything they release is so encouraging, inspiring and...
Christian Hypnobirthing
I read this book when I decided to have my first out of hospital birth at a birth center to adjust to the idea of natural breathing. It is truthfully one of my favorite books and a must read whether you’re having a traditional medical birth in a hosp...
Ina May's Guide to Childbirth
This is an incredible book to learn how to utilize visualization during your natural birthing experience! I learned so much from it and it was really so helpful in helping me prepare for my nonmedicated child births .
Mind Over Labor: A Breakthrough Guide to Giving Birth