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My favorite books have shaped my imagination and perspective on the world. Each one offers a unique journey, whether through deep emotions, thrilling adventures, or thought-provoking ideas. From timeless classics to modern masterpieces, these books h...
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FANTASY

From mystical creatures to powerful heroes, these stories will transport you to realms beyond imagination. Whether you seek ancient prophecies, legendary quests, or dark enchantments, this list has something for every fantasy lover.

 
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 A really great book and even tho it's like one of the best-sellers this year I still feel like it's not known
A Monsoon Rising (B&N Exclusive Edition) (The Hurricane Wars, Book 2)|BN Exclusive
 
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This is one of those fantasy where the romantic story is well written, so I can absolutely put this among my favorites
The Ever King|Paperback
 
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I read this over a year ago and it still has my heart, I would highly recommend reading it, I mean the first two books might be slow for someone but it's actually perfect for the way this story it's written. This is actually a true enemies to lovers
The Folk of the Air Complete Gift Set by Holly Black | eBook
 
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Recently finished reading this and I really liked it, It really has a lot of plot twists, thing that made me stay glued to the pages until I finished, and even when I did it made me stare at the wall for like 10 minutes, thinking about life
Once Upon a Broken Heart (B&N Exclusive Edition ... - Barnes & Noble
 
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 A really good book, can't wait to read the rest of the series
Heartless Hunter: The Crimson Moth: Book 1 - Barnes & Noble
 
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This was absolutely one of my favorite fantasy when I was a teen and it still is, It has a really special place in my heart. It's just the story you know, it's really particular beacuse the author took these random old photos and created the whole pl...
Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children - Barnes & Noble
 
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This book is what i call perfection, I loved everything, from the characters to the whole structure of the story, I'll never stop to recommend it. It's actually not one of the common fantasy book, it's just , original, the whole world building as wel...
A Winter's Promise (The Mirror Visitor Quartet #1)
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I really enjoyed this serie, and it is something that I didn't expect, because from the plot it's one of those typical boring fantasy book, well this one is not. The characters are so badass I really wanted to be their friend at some point
Caraval Boxed Set: Caraval, Legendary, Finale|Hardcover
 
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This book is like absolutely the cutest, it just bring me chill vibes, I've already read it like 3 times and I can never get tired. It's a type of book that you pick up in rainy days when your social battery is so low that you just wanna sit on your ...
The House in the Cerulean Sea: Special Edition|Hardcover
 
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Really interesting book, I got so involved in the story I couldn't stop reading on a school night, but it really was worth it because WOW
Fourth Wing|Paperback
 
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This is a really long fantasy book and I have to admit some chapter were a bit hard to read but I was so happy to finish it and I really enjoyed it a lot. The structure of the fantasy world is definitely one of the best I've ever read because all the...
The Priory of the Orange Tree|Paperback - Barnes & Noble
 
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I read this when i was a teen and I have to say I definitely enjoyed it, even tho it's a really sad book. It's actually LGBT but it reflects the reality of the time, and I think that's also something is done well because the author really did her res...
The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller, Paperback
 
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Also read this when i was a teen and I also really enjoyed it, It really made me want to keep reading. I have to admit that Circe sometimes reeeally got on my nerves but it's all so worth it in the end
Circe by Madeline Miller, Paperback | Barnes & Noble®
 
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I read this when I was a teen and I have to admit I really enjoyed the whole time traveler plot, I found some parts a little bit cringe but overral I liked it. The characters sometimes might be a bit too much but overrall I would say is a great book,...
Ruby Red (Ruby Red Trilogy Series #1)|Paperback
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Harry Potter Special Edition Paperback Boxed Set: Books 1-7|Hardcover
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DYSTOPIAN

These dystopian books explore dark and thought-provoking futures, where society faces oppression, control, or chaos. Through gripping narratives and powerful themes, they challenge our views on freedom, technology, and human nature.

 
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One of my favorite series of all time, I've read this over and over again and it still hits like the first time. I know that it's gonna be banned soon in the USA so I really reccomend reading it before it does, it just opens your mind on some things
The Hunger Games (Hunger Games Series #1)|Paperback
 
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This is really my favorite serie of all time, it's well written and really easy to read, I will never stop recommending it. The whole plot about the virus it's actually something that could happen in real life so I think that's why it hits so much
The Maze Runner (Maze Runner Series #1)|Paperback
 
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Another dystopian serie that I would recommend to everyone, just read it and you won't be disappointed
Divergent Series Four-Book Paperback Box Set: Divergent, Insurgent, Allegiant, Four|Paperback
 
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This one is basically a prequel of The Hunger games, I have to say I really loved it, it has a great suspance and you wouldn't really expect the ending, that's why it really keeps you attached to the pages.
The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes (Hunger Games Series Prequel)|Paperback
 
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I absolutely devoured this as soon as I got my hands on it. Suzanne Collins never fails to amaze me with her masterpiece and once again it reminded me of how much I love the hunger games saga. I really don't want to spoil that much because I know tha...
Sunrise on the Reaping (A Hunger Games Novel)|Hardcover
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This stunning deluxe edition of Suzanne Collins' groundbreaking Hunger Games trilogy transforms the beloved dystopian series into a collector's item worthy of display. The set features an eye-catching design dominated by vibrant turquoise and warm au...
Hunger Games 4-Book Paperback Boxed Set Deluxe Edition (The Hunger Games, Catching Fire, Mockingjay, The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes)|Paperback
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Tahereh Mafi's "Shatter Me" books offer a refreshing take on YA dystopian fiction. The series follows Juliette, a girl whose touch can kill, as she navigates a broken world and discovers her own strength. What makes these books stand out is Mafi's u...
Shatter Me Series 6-Book Box Set: Shatter Me, Unravel Me, Ignite Me, Restore Me, Defy Me, Imagine Me|Paperback
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The Maze Cutter|Paperback
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The Eye of Minds (Mortality Doctrine Series #1)|Paperback
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The Rule of Thoughts (Mortality Doctrine Series #2)|Paperback
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The Game of Lives (The Mortality Doctrine, Book Three)|Paperback
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CLASSIC

Discover timeless masterpieces with this selection of classic books. These literary gems have shaped culture, inspired generations, and continue to captivate readers with their powerful themes, unforgettable characters, and profound storytelling.

 
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One of my fav classics I have to admit, It's actually not boring like someone thinks, the characters are all well written and the author really knows how to show us how they all think. It mightg be a bit slow paced for some people but trust me once y...
Jane Eyre (Signature Classics)|Paperback
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I feel like this is one of those classics that didn't get enough recognition, but it's actually so good, a perfect read for halloween but at the same time it's not that scary you know.
Frankenstein (Signature Classics)|Paperback
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I also know that this i getting banned soon in the US so I say read this, it's just THAT book, it's actually mind blowing. Some parts really gave me the chills because it's actually real you know
1984|Paperback
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Absolutely a masterpiece, this book made me think A LOT and also gave me so strenght in a dark moment of my life, I just can't put into words how much I enjoyed it. Even tho you don't usually read these types of books I would still say to read it
No Longer Human|Paperback
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Also an interesting classic, and it really wants to send a message, that unfortunately some of us still didn't get
To Kill a Mockingbird (Pulitzer Prize Winner)|Paperback
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Really great literature classic, the meaning It's really deep so that's why I think you should really read it
The Picture of Dorian Gray and Three Stories|Paperback
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One of my all-time favorite classics, it just made me reflect a lot about my own life and inspired me so much. It is quite short so I would recommend it to anyone
The Sorrows of Young Werther|Paperback
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I feel like this is the type of classic that even people with no interest on reading classic literature can read. It is a really great mistery story so it is quite enjoyable and the ending is super powerful
The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde and Other Stories (Signature Classics)|Paperback
 
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I know that a lot of people have already read it but for those who didn't i highly recommend.The story starts with Gregor Samsa's shocking transformation into an insect, and from there, it delves into some pretty heavy themes. It really makes you con... The book also explores feelings of isolation and alienation. Gregor is trapped in his new physical form, unable to communicate effectively or connect with his loved ones in the way he used to. This sense of being utterly alone, even within his own fa...
The Metamorphosis, In the Penal Colony and Other Stories|Paperback
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Italo Svevo's "Confessions of Zeno" (La Coscienza di Zeno) remains one of literature's hidden treasures, a brilliant psychological novel that many readers outside Italy have yet to discover. Published in 1923, this remarkable work follows the neuroti...
Confessions of Zeno: The cult classic discovered and championed by James Joyce|Paperback
 
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Luigi Pirandello's "The Late Mattia Pascal" (Il Fu Mattia Pascal) stands as one of Italian literature's most profound explorations of identity, yet remains surprisingly unknown to many international readers. Published in 1904, this captivating novel ...
The Late Mattia Pascal|Paperback
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Luigi Pirandello's "Six Characters in Search of an Author" (Sei Personaggi in Cerca d'Autore) represents one of the most radical theatrical innovations of the 20th century, yet remains curiously under-appreciated outside academic and theatrical circl...
Six Characters in Search of an Author and Other Plays|Paperback
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THRILLER

A gripping selection of thriller books filled with suspense, mystery, and unexpected twists. From psychological thrillers to fast-paced crime stories, these books will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last page.

 
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I feel like this thriller isn't talked about enough, It's actually so good I don't understand. Joel dicker is a good author that knows how to put suspance in a book and he definitely did a wonderful job in this one
The Alaska Sanders Affair: A Novel|Hardcover
 
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I read this for the first time when I was 12, and recently I read it again and I have to admit it still hits (maybe because I didn't remember what happened), after many years it's still a good book and I would recommend to everyone
And Then There Were None|Paperback
 
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This serie was a really pleasant surprise. I refused to read it at first because I thought it would be too childish you know, but once I decided to really it I absolutely started to love it. It has a lot of good written plot twist and that's what I t...
A Good Girl's Guide to Murder Complete Series Paperback Boxed Set: A Good Girl's Guide to Murder; Good Girl, Bad Blood; As Good as Dead|Paperback

FICTION

A captivating selection of fiction books that transport you to different worlds, unravel thrilling mysteries, and explore deep human emotions. From timeless classics to modern page-turners, this list offers unforgettable stories that will inspire, en...

 
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Really interesting book, it really makes you think. I would say it's a really calm and phsycological book, and even tho it might nit be your usual style I would read it
Norwegian Wood|Paperback
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This is one of those books that after you finish reading you are like literally staring at wall for the next 20 minutes thinking about the meaning of life. It made me realize a lot of things in my teen years but also now that I am an adult it always ...
The Perks of Being a Wallflower|Paperback
 
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One day went to the bookstore and I casually decided to buy this book. I actually really enjoyed it and I feel like it's basically unknown. it's obviously a book about the Holocaust so it might seem a bit of a heavy book but I can assure it's actuall...
The Last Checkmate: A Novel|Paperback
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This one is a really great book, it really focuses on describing the characters feelings while being really easy to read, so I definitely recommend
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This slender Japanese novel follows a young postman who, upon learning he has only days to live, is visited by the devil with an unusual proposition: for each thing the protagonist allows to be erased from the world, he'll gain one more day of life. ...
If Cats Disappeared from the World: A Novel|Paperback
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ROMANCE

 
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I usually don't read romance beacuse it's really not my type of books, but sometimes I want something easy to read, to take off my mind a little bit, and one of my absolutely fav romance it's this book. I have to admit I enjoyed it a lot, the whole s...
Red, White & Royal Blue|Paperback
 
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This definitely lived up the hype. It is cute, super involving and also really enjoyable
The Love Hypothesis|Paperback