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items I read over 200 books a year, and I’m sharing the ones that stuck with me, inspired me, or just couldn’t be put down. From page turning thrillers to heartwarming stories, here’s your ultimate reading list, you’ll want to add these to your TBR immedia...
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Romance
If you want something light, witty, and feel-good with a little romance, Beach Read by Emily Henry is such a fun pick.
Beach Read by Emily Henry, Paperback
If you love emotional WWII stories with strong women and sisterhood at the center, The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah is a must-read.
The Nightingale: A Novel - Hannah, Kristin: Books
If you’re in the mood for a powerful, emotional read, The Women by Kristin Hannah is one I can’t stop thinking about. It shines a light on the women who served as nurses in Vietnam, brave, overlooked, and absolutely unforgettable. It’s heartfelt, hea...
The Women: A Novel by Kristin Hannah
I highly recommend A Long Walk to Water by Linda Sue Park! This powerful story interweaves the true experiences of a Sudanese boy and girl, highlighting courage, survival, and hope in the face of hardship. It’s heartbreaking yet inspiring, perfect fo...
A Long Walk to Water
Fourth Wing is one of those books that grabs you fast and refuses to let go. It’s got dragons, a brutal military academy, high-stakes survival, and a sharp, slow-burn romance that actually earns its tension. The main character isn’t the strongest or ...
Fourth Wing (Standard Edition) - Yarros
Divine Rivals is a beautifully written, emotional fantasy that feels both magical and deeply human. Set against the backdrop of a gods-fueled war, it follows two rival journalists whose anonymous letters turn into something tender and powerful. The r...
Divine Rivals (Letters of Enchantment, #1) by Rebecca Ross
A River Enchanted is a soft, atmospheric fantasy that leans into folklore, nature magic, and deeply emotional storytelling. Set on a windswept island where the elements listen, it follows familiar characters returning home and uncovering old wounds, ...
A River Enchanted (Elements of Cadence, #1) by Rebecca Ross
Science Fiction
I highly recommend Dark Matter by Blake Crouch! It’s a mind-bending thriller that blends science fiction, suspense, and a touch of romance. The story dives into alternate realities and the choices that shape our lives, keeping you guessing until the ...
Dark Matter: A Novel: Crouch, Blake: 9781101904244
If you’re looking for a fun, fast-paced read, Ready Player One is such a good pick. It’s packed with nostalgia, gaming, and ’80s pop culture, but it’s also a solid adventure with real stakes and heart. Easy to get into, hard to put down, especially i...
Ready Player One: A Novel: Cline, Ernest - Books
Historical Fiction
The Lost Apothecary is one of those quietly addictive reads. It weaves together two timelines—one set in 18th-century London following a secret apothecary who helps women rid themselves of dangerous men, and a modern-day woman who stumbles onto the m...
The Lost Apothecary by Sarah Penner
The Paris Library is a beautifully immersive historical novel that weaves together two timelines—WWII Paris and 1980s Montana—centered around a quiet, brave librarian and the power of books to resist oppression. It’s equal parts heart-wrenching and i...
The Paris Library: A Novel - Janet Skeslien Charles
The Alice Network is a gripping historical fiction that weaves together two timelines—WWI and post-WWII—through the lives of brave, resourceful women. One is a real-life spy in the French resistance, and the other is a young American searching for he...
The Alice Network: A Novel by Kate Quinn