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My Top 20 Books of this Year
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items My top 20 for the year if I could reread them again tomorrow I would. These books are so amazing and I would recommend them a thousand times over. I hope you love them just as much as I do but deep down I know you will because these are some amazing ...
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Epic Fantasy
Romantasy
Thriller and Mystery
Family Fiction
Romance
Epic Fantasy
This is the prequel to the main series. It gives so much back story and it’s a short read. If you plan on reading the amazing series you should read this one too.
The Fall by Ryan Cahill, Hardcover
If you’re looking for a book you won’t be able to put down from the first chapter? This is the book this series has me in a chokehold. I absolutely love it. This is my #1 read of this year and I’ve read 91 books this year.
Of Blood and Fire by Ryan Cahill, Paperback
If you have read the first book you know this book is an absolute NO BRAINER. You will not be disappointed. This one is just as great as Book 1. 5 stars. No question.
Of Darkness and Light: An Epic Fantasy Adventure by Ryan Cahill, Hardcover
If you loved Dayne like I did you definitely need to read his backstory. It’s a short read that only makes you fall in love with him more. My new book boyfriend 🥰
The Exile: The Bound and The Broken Novella by Ryan Cahill, Paperback
Number 3 and you know you can’t stop now. Not when it’s just starting. Oh you thought the first 2 books were crazy good? Just you wait.
Of War and Ruin by Ryan Cahill, Paperback
If you wondered about Aesons background as much as I did you need this short novella. It had so many little connections in the next book too. I promise you’ll be happy you read it.
The Ice: The Bound and The Broken Novella by Ryan Cahill, Paperback
This series has broken me and this book is no less amazing. This is my favorite epic fantasy series. Absolute favorite. Amazing. I can’t stop thinking about Calen.
Of Empires and Dust by Ryan Cahill, Paperback
Romantasy
Dragons, Academy, crazy rollercoaster? Check check check. You need to read it. Even if it’s not your normal genre. You will love this book.
Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros, Paperback
Yes yes yes. If you love a strong female lead mixed with a strong male lead, not a damsel but a warrior, not trapped but a fighter? This is the book for you.
Blood & Steel: An epic romantic fantasy by Helen Scheuerer, Paperback
Thriller and Mystery
Freida did it again! I absolutely loved this book. Millie never disappoints 😂. I dare you to guess the plot twist.
The Housemaid's Secret (B&N Exclusive Edition)
This is the BEST Freida book I have read. If you’re looking for a great thriller with an even better plot twist. Look no further this is it.
The Housemaid by Freida McFadden, Paperback
AMAZING. 🤩 THANK YOU S. A. COSBY. I loved this book. This is a book anybody and everybody should read. The characters and the character development in this book is amazing. You need to read it. I bet you you’ll love it.
Razorblade Tears by S. A. Cosby, Paperback
This book takes you on an emotional rollercoaster that you DO NOT want to get off. It will make you laugh, cry, stress and smile. Lisa Jewell always does it and this is no exception. ✨✨✨✨✨
Then She Was Gone by Lisa Jewell, Paperback
I didn’t know how much I needed this book. If you’re looking for suspense, little romance and action packed thriller moments. This is a great book for you.
Mean Streak by Sandra Brown, Paperback
Can you find out what is true? Take a guess I dare you. Lisa Jewell will have you guessing and stressed in this rollercoaster of a thriller. The answer is yes. You need it ✨
None of This Is True: A Novel by Lisa Jewell, Paperback
Family Fiction
The Hate U Give (Printz Honor Winner) by Angie Thomas. The title alone has shown you that is is a 5 star book. This is a non negotiable.
The Hate U Give (Printz Honor Winner) by Angie Thomas. Paperback
This book is so beautiful written. Through the eyes of a young boy that becomes a man. I ABSOLUTELY LOVED IT.
Concrete Rose by Angie Thomas, Paperback
I couldn’t put it down. I binged this book because it was too good. Every time the chapter ended she left you on a cliffhanger. If you’re looking for a dysfunctional family that loves each other but can’t stand each other, care for each other but kee...
Apples Never Fall by Liane Moriarty, Paperback
Demon Copperhead (Pulitzer Prize Winner) this is all I need to say. Amazing. This story ripped my heart open, gave me all the feels and sowed me right up at the end.
Demon Copperhead (Pulitzer Prize Winner) (B&N Exclusive Edition)
Absolutely amazing. I loved Colin and so will you. There’s more to the story that you could ever guess. This is a yes yes yes for me.
See Me by Nicholas Sparks, Paperback
Romance
This is such a beautiful love story. These characters still live rent free in my head. I’ll forever love this book. This is the kind of love story you reread.
If He Had Been with Me by Laura Nowlin, Paperback