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My Favorite Book Recs
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items These are the books I’d put straight into your hands if you asked me what to read next.
Sections
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Romantasy
Dark Romance
YA
Rom-Coms/Contemporary
Romantasy
Romance + fantasy = my personality at this point. This list has magic, monsters, quests, slow burns, morally gray love interests, chosen-one drama, and enough worldbuilding to make you forget your real-life responsibilities. If you want to fall in lo...
I had the pleasure of receiving an ARC for this, and the story DID NOT disappoint!! It was worth the wait and purchase! (I definitely grabbed a Barnes and Noble Exclusive)
Wild Reverence (B&N Exclusive Edition)|BN Exclusive
What a lovely gothic fantasy romance! The magic system in this series was unlike any I have read so far and it was so enjoyable. It's a great Fall read! Perfect for spooky season!
The Shepherd King Duology Paperback Boxed Set|Paperback
This book was SO GOOD. I had high expectations, especially after her Shepherd King duology, so I was a little nervous going into it. However, I did not need to worry. Rachel Gillig did it AGAIN.
The Knight and the Moth
This book snuck up on me with how much I loved it. The slow burn was SOO GOOD. And I loved the Korean mythology aspect of this. It's mythology I don't know a lot about, just bits and pieces, but this makes me want to read more!
The God and the Gumiho|Paperback
I couldn't put this down! The banter was fun, the spice scenes HITS, and I can not stop recommending this book.
Quicksilver (Deluxe Limited Edition)|Special
I could NOT put this down. If you haven't read it yet, YOU NEED TO! Dragons? Check. Shadow daddy?? Check. Badass FMC? CHECK CHECK CHECK!
Fourth Wing|Paperback
If you want to get into the booktok scene, you can't go wrong with this one! Such an easy read! This is the first of the series!
A Court of Thorns and Roses (A Court of Thorns and Roses Series #1)|Paperback
"A wild ride that thrills as much as it enchants . . . This remarkable book is an instant classic." I couldn't have said it better myself!!
When the Moon Hatched (B&N Exclusive Edition) (The Moonfall Series #1)|Paperback
This is like an adult fantasy Zootopia for the supernatural. The first in a trilogy, this book remains one of my favorite books of all time.
House of Earth and Blood (Crescent City Series #1)|Hardcover
A mix of humans and vampires in a Hunger Games setting, this book was so fun and the ending will DEVASTATE you in the BEST way. I had to immediately start the 2nd book once I finished.
The Serpent and the Wings of Night: Book 1 of the Nightborn Duet (Crowns of Nyaxia Series #1)|Paperback
Norse mythology?? I loved reading a romantic fantasy with this. We need more Norse gods!!
A Fate Inked in Blood: Book One of the Saga of the Unfated|Paperback
Dark Romance
Where love gets messy, morally gray, and beautifully chaotic. This list is for the books that make you question your sanity, your standards, and occasionally your morality. Expect obsession, tension, antiheroes, unhinged chemistry, and plots darker t...
This books lives up to the hype! A fun comedy romance with dark elements? Sign me UP. I devoured this book like I was starved!
Lights Out
One amazing night gone terribly wrong! Revenge sought after! Love comes instead? This series of interconnected standalones was so fun to read. I loved each couple, but I definitely had my favorites.
Devil's Night Series by Penelope Douglass
This is such a great introduction to dark romance because of the comedy. If you enjoyed Lights Out, you'll enjoy this!
Butcher & Blackbird (Ruinous Love Trilogy #1)|Paperback
3rd book in the Ruinous Love Trilogy. Just as hilarious as the other two!
Scythe & Sparrow (B&N Exclusive Edition) (Ruinous Love Trilogy #3)|Paperback
2nd book in the Ruinous Love Trilogy! LOVED this couple. Was so excited for them.
Leather & Lark (Ruinous Love Trilogy #2)|Paperback
A dark military romance?? SIGN ME UP. I could NOT put this book down. And the author is coming out with a duology in the same universe soon and I can not wait to read it.
Leave Me Behind (Deluxe Edition)|Paperback
This series is a MUST if you like dark romance. An absolute MUST.
The Ritual|Paperback
This book is definitely dark, but I could NOT put it down. Definitely check the trigger warnings on this one though.
The Sinner|Paperback
Possibly my favorite in the original trilogy?? Is that too bold to say? Listen, Tyson can get it anytime. I would happily walk down the aisle if he told me to.
The Sacrifice|Paperback
I've reread this three times and enjoyed it each time. Something about Saint Beckham Carter has got a chokehold on me!
Carnage|Paperback
Oh Haidyn. That's all I'll say. This dark romance was a fun one!
Madness|Paperback
This was my first Leigh Rivers book, and I was hooked! Although, take care if you don't like spiders. This may not be for you.
Little Stranger: A Dark Taboo Romance|Paperback
I just recently finished this trilogy, and I'm mad I didn't read it sooner! This was so good. My poor babies went through HELL, but they love each other so much.
Insatiable (The Edge of Darkness: Book 1)|Paperback
YA
Soft magic, big feelings, and characters figuring themselves out one impulsive decision at a time. This list is full of adventure, coming-of-age chaos, friendships, crushes, and worlds that feel like home. Perfect for when you want vibes, nostalgia, ...
One of my FAVORITE YA books of all time. This is the first book in the series, and it captivated me so much. The supernatural elements are so nice, the characters are likeable, and the relationships built and explored are so beautiful. Truly a wonder...
The Raven Boys (Raven Cycle Series #1)|Paperback
THIS SERIES RIGHT HERE. I was OBSESSED with this series in high school and any teenager girl wanting to read romance with a bit of fantasy in it HAS TO READ THESE BOOKS.
The Mortal Instruments, the Complete Collection (Boxed Set): City of Bones; City of Ashes; City of Glass; City of Fallen Angels; City of Lost Souls; City of Heavenly Fire|Paperback
Going through a dark angel phase?? READ THESE. Patch is the bad boy you can't get enough of and the banter in this was so fun. I still think of this series 15 years later.
The Complete Hush, Hush Saga (Boxed Set): Hush, Hush; Crescendo; Silence; Finale|Paperback
When I tell you I was OBSESSED with Jacks and Evangeline! The banter and chemistry between these two is outrageous. HIGHLY recommend this trilogy.
Once Upon a Broken Heart (Once Upon a Broken Heart Series #1)|Paperback
When people ask me what my favorite type of book is, I always say a "politcal romance with a subplot of romance." and by that, I mean THIS TRILOGY. Now keep in mind, it is a political fantasy FIRST. romance 2nd. And it is enemies to lovers, but once ...
The Cruel Prince (Folk of the Air Series #1)|Paperback
Perfect for fans of Kasie West and Jenn Bennett, this “sweet and funny” (Kerry Winfrey, author of Waiting for Tom Hanks) teen rom-com follows a hopelessly romantic teen girl and her cute yet obnoxious neighbor as they scheme to get her noticed by her...
Better Than the Movies|Paperback
An achingly authentic and raw portrait of love, regret, and the life—altering impact of the relationships we hold closest to us, this YA romance bestseller is perfect for fans of Colleen Hoover, Jenny Han, and Lynn Painter.
If He Had Been with Me|Paperback
An invigorating first in series, Shatter Me is fast-paced fantasy about a girl whose touch can kill. This book, just like Juliette’s touch, will leave you gasping for air.
Shatter Me (Shatter Me Series #1)|Paperback
Imagine if one day you woke up with no recollection of who you are, and you were left in a maze that is nearly impossible to escape. This is what happens to Thomas in James Dashner’s The Maze Runner. From start to finish, this exhilarating dystopian ...
The Maze Runner (Maze Runner Series #1)|Paperback
Chbosky gives us a window into the hilarity and hijinks of the hallowed halls of any given high school experience. It’s a gauntlet of love and lockers as Charlie attempts to make sense of—and hopefully make it through—the gruel of growing up.
The Perks of Being a Wallflower|Paperback
Rom-Coms/Contemporary
Light, fluffy serotonin in book form. This list is filled with laugh-out-loud banter, ridiculous misunderstandings, swoony moments, and couples who make you kick your feet. Great for resetting your brain after a dark romance spiral or when you just n...
When I tell you I was reading a book a day when diving into this universe, I mean start to finish, I would read one a day! It's so fun and cute. If you haven't read it, you have to!!
The Deal by Elle Kennedy aka my FAVORITE hockey romance
This was SO CUTEEEE. What a great little romcom between a grumpy florist and spunky wedding planner who are ALSO ex's.
Forget Me Not|Paperback
This duology was fun to read. I loved the setting and the characters were extremely likable. Overall, enjoyed this more than I was anticipating.
Crossroads by Devney Perry
Meghan Quinn delivers a small-town romance filled with holiday hijinks. Working at rival tree farms, Max and Betty should hate each other, but fate has other plans.
Merry Christmas, You Filthy Animal (Deluxe Edition)|Paperback
This small-town, fake-dating romance gives the Grinch a makeover. Travel to Kringletown this holiday season and try not to fall in love.
How My Neighbor Stole Christmas|Paperback
There’s no denying the chemistry between Ph.D. candidate Olive and brooding professor Adam in this STEM-inspired romance. The bond pairing of a grump and sunshine is a surefire way to boost serotonin while accelerating the heartbeat of any science lo...
The Love Hypothesis|Paperback
A hockey player and a competitive figure skater start out at odds, but those odds quickly become a mutual attraction by forced proximity. Is this love hot enough to melt the ice, or will they soar to new heights together?
Icebreaker (Maple Hills Series #1)|Paperback
Emily Henry is back with a relatable, hilarious and cathartic rom-com built around the struggle of making friends as an adult and the familial relationships that shape who we are. With smart, joyous prose, this read is a delight on multiple levels, a...
Funny Story|Paperback
Books, reading, book lovers and tsundoku are all words that send our hearts a flutter. Consider this your most swoon-worthy read of the summer! Mwah!
Book Lovers|Paperback
After Lucie's (lack of a) love life is exposed to the world by her own daughter, she's thrust into a string of bad dates, nosey internet trolls and an annoyingly handsome radio cohost. The author of the Lovelight Farms series is back with a page-turn...
First-Time Caller|Paperback
The sequel to the wildly popular rom-com Icebreaker, Wildfire has all the chemistry you loved, this time between new characters at summer camp. With a variety of sparks flying between the two, will they kindle a romance, or burn down the entire camp?...
Wildfire (Maple Hills Series #2)|Paperback
Hannah Grace stole our hearts with Icebreaker and Wildfire — and she's back to do it all over again. Here is a brand new bookish romance to fall in love with.
Daydream (Deluxe Edition Hardcover) (Maple Hills Series #3)|Paperback
Filled with magic, mayhem, and cozy holiday charm, this swoony romance is B.K. Borison’s best yet!
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