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items If it made me laugh, cry, gasp, or lose sleep, it’s here. Find your next obsession.
I loved The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo because I really connect with characters who are honest, even when it makes them unlikeable. Evelyn doesn’t try to please people — she tells the truth, even when it’s messy or uncomfortable. I respect that. I...
The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid, Paperback
This book was most definitely an interesting thriller. I finished it within three days.
The Housemaid: McFadden, Freida: 9781538742570
My friend introduced me to this book and I love it. I never been a fantasy reader but this one helped me get into it more.
Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros, Paperback
If you enjoyed Fourth Wing, you’ll likely love Iron Flame. It raises the stakes, deepens the world-building, and puts the characters through tougher emotional and physical challenges.
Iron Flame by Rebecca Yarros, Paperback
A gripping continuation with even higher stakes, Onyx Storm dives deeper into political tension, character growth, and long-buried truths.
Onyx Storm (Standard Edition) by Rebecca Yarros, Hardcover
A sharp, funny, and surprisingly heartfelt YA story about revenge, friendship, and figuring out who you really are.
The Lifeboat Clique by Kathy Parks, Paperback
A warm, quirky, time-bending queer romance filled with humor, charm, and found-family vibes.
One Last Stop by Casey McQuiston, Paperback
A charming, emotional, and ultimately feel-good rom-com about two “ex-adjacent” roommates who team up after their partners leave them for each other.
Funny Story by Emily Henry, Paperback
Magic, rebellion, tension-heavy romance, and gorgeous world-building which is perfect for fans of slow burn + high stakes.
The Hurricane Wars (B&N Exclusive Edition) (The Hurricane Wars, Book 1)
A sweet, small-town sapphic romance where unexpected feelings, personal healing, and adorable dog moments turn chaos into love.
Puppy Love by Elle Sprinkle, Paperback
A dark, brilliant, and emotionally powerful fantasy where a world on the brink of collapse reveals how love, survival, and power reshape everything.
The Fifth Season (Broken Earth Series #1) (Hugo Award Winner)
A fast, twisty domestic thriller where secrets, lies, and dangerous power dynamics build until nothing is as it seems and nobody is who you think they are.
The Housemaid's Secret (B&N Exclusive Edition)
A dark, forbidden, and emotionally intense romance where faith, desire, and guilt collide in a way that’s raw, provocative, and impossible to look away from.
Priest by Sierra Simone, Paperback
A powerful, emotional modern YA story about finding your voice and fighting for justice after witnessing police violence, balancing pain, courage, and hope with unforgettable honesty.
The Hate U Give (Printz Honor Winner)
A bold, addictive thriller about a girl who refuses to be a victim and instead becomes the most dangerous player in the game. couldn’t put this down!!!
This Girl's a Killer: A Novel by Emma C. Wells, Paperback
I just started this book for my 75 book challenge, but I am excited to see how it ends
A Good Girl's Guide to Murder: 9781984896360: Jackson, Holly: Books
I have a love/hate relationship with this book but give it a read
Ugly Love: A Novel: Hoover, Colleen: 9781476753188
This book gave me that classic Yarros emotional grip from page one. The characters feel messy, real, and magnetic in a way that keeps you hooked. It balances heartbreak, healing, and romance with the kind of pacing that makes you say “one more chapte...
Variation: A Novel: Yarros, Rebecca: 9781662514708
Yellowface was fast-paced and engaging, but the insufferable main character just makes you want to keep reading
Yellowface by R.F. Kuang
Local Woman Missing had me stressed, shocked, and questioning everyone.
Local Woman Missing: A Novel of Suspense
Soft, sensual, and emotionally rich, Femme Like Her stays with you.
Femme Like Her by Fiona Zedde
If you like bold FMCs, instant chemistry, and heat without the wait, read this.
Can't Resist Her by Kianna Alexander
Happy Place by Emily Henry
Such a unique reading experience! I loved the interview-style format and flew through this in 3 days. The band dynamics, fame, and messy relationships kept me hooked the entire time. Taylor Jenkins Reid really knows how to create characters that feel...
Daisy Jones & The Six by Taylor Jenkins Reid | Goodreads
Such a thoughtful YA read. I loved how this book balanced lighter moments with deeper conversations about identity, race, vulnerability, and being a young Black woman in predominantly white spaces. Queenie was such an easy character to root for, and ...
Excuse Me While I Ugly Cry - Goffney, Joya: Books - Amazon.com