This is my personal collection of books I’ve loved along the way, from books that made me think and see things differently to the ones I picked up simply because they were fun and impossible to put down. I’m not someone who reads only “deep” or serio...
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LIGHT READING
Personal Growth
Spicy
LIGHT READING
If you love books that make you say “WAIT… WHAT?!” 😳
The Housemaid by Freida McFadden is one of those books I picked up thinking I’d read a few chapters… and ended up wanting to know EVERYTHING. Freida McFadden is one of my favorite authors, and psychological thrillers are definitely one of my favorite...
The Housemaid — A Twisty Psychological Thriller I Couldn't Put Down
Psychological thrillers I’d recommend if you love small-town secrets 🖤
Local Woman Missing* by Mary Kubica is exactly the kind of thriller I love, missing people, buried secrets, and a small town where nothing is quite what it seems.
The story pulls you in with questions right from the beginning: What happened to the missing woman? What does everyone know? And who is actually telling the truth? I love when a thriller slowly gives you pieces of the story and makes you change your ...
This one kept me guessing and definitely had that “just one more chapter” feeling. If you’re into domestic suspense, psychological thrillers, and dark small-town secrets, I’d definitely add this to your reading list.
Local Woman Missing — A Twisty Domestic Thriller I Couldn’t Put Down
Harry Potter will always have a special place on my bookshelf. I’ve already read the series 3 times, and somehow, I still can’t put it down. 😂
There’s just something about getting lost in the story, the characters, the friendships, and the whole magical world that keeps pulling me back in.
It’s one of those books where you already know what’s going to happen, but you still enjoy every chapter. Definitely one of my best-loved book series of all time and one I’ll probably read again someday. If you’ve never read Harry Potter, consider th...
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone
The Boyfriend was actually my first book by Freida McFadden, and it completely hooked me. I remember finishing it and thinking, okay… I need to read another Freida book. 😂
I love psychological thrillers that keep you questioning everyone and make you want to read “just one more chapter” because you NEED to know what happens next. This one did exactly that for me. It was the book that introduced me to Freida McFadden, a...
If you’re new to Freida too and love twists, secrets, suspense, and fast-paced thrillers, this could be a fun one to start with.
The Boyfriend: A Psychological Thriller
Mystery & thriller books I’d recommend when you want secrets, family drama, and a little “what is going on?!”
The Last Thing He Told Me* by Laura Dave was such an easy book to get pulled into. A husband suddenly disappears, leaving his wife with just one message: “Protect her.”
From there, the questions keep coming. Where did he go? What was he hiding? And how well can you really know someone? I enjoyed the mix of mystery, family relationships, and suspense.
It’s the kind of story that makes you want to keep reading because you need to know what happened.
The Last Thing He Told Me
A Freida McFadden book that made me look at “love” a little differently
The Teacher is another Freida book that reminded me why she’s one of my favorite psychological thriller authors. She writes it beautifully in that way where you think you understand what’s happening… and then suddenly you start questioning everything...
What really stood out to me in this book was the way it touches on love bombing, manipulation, and how someone can make you feel special and understood while slowly gaining control over you. And honestly, that part made me think.
I love thrillers that aren’t just about the twist, but also make you notice things about people and relationships that you might not think about otherwise. Of course, Freida still gives us the secrets, uncomfortable moments, and twists that make you ...
If you’re a Freida McFadden fan and love psychological thrillers, manipulation, secrets, and unreliable characters, I’d definitely add The Teacher to your list. Freida did it again.
The Teacher
Personal Growth
A little reminder that happiness doesn’t have to be complicated.
100 Days Happier by Domonique Bertolucci is one of those books I like to pick up when I need a little reset. It’s not the kind of book you have to sit down and read for hours. Each day gives you a simple thought or reminder to reflect on, which makes...
I love books like this because sometimes we get so caught up in everything we have to do that we forget to appreciate the little things that are already good.
This is a great one to keep by your bed and read a few pages each day. A small daily reminder to slow down, be grateful, and look for the good around you.
If you’re into personal growth, gratitude, and creating a more positive mindset, I think you’ll enjoy this one.
100 Days Happier: A Daily Gratitude Journal That Actually Stuck With Me
Becoming Supernatural: How Common People Are Doing the Uncommon* by Dr. Joe Dispenza is one of those books that left me feeling genuinely positive after reading it.
I like how it makes me think about the connection between our thoughts, emotions, habits, and the way we experience our lives. Some parts really made me stop and reflect on how much our mindset can shape the way we see things.
It’s definitely a book I’d pick up when I need a little motivation, a fresh perspective, or simply want to get out of a negative headspace. If you enjoy personal growth, mindset, meditation, and books that make you think differently, this is one I’d ...
Becoming Supernatural: Positive & Open-Minded
Book that made me think more seriously about how I manage money. What I like about it is that it’s not just about making more money. It’s about understanding where your money goes, making better choices, and building good financial habits for the lon...
I think it’s especially helpful if you’re trying to become more intentional with saving, spending, and planning for your future. A good read if you want to get smarter about money without making finance feel complicated.
Smart Women Finish Rich, Expanded and Updated
Spicy
Asking for Trouble was my first book by Tessa Bailey, and let’s just say… it made me want to read more of her books. 😂
It’s a fun, spicy romance with chemistry, playful moments, and the kind of relationship that keeps you turning the pages.
I usually love a story that doesn’t take itself too seriously, and this one was such an easy, enjoyable read. Definitely the book that introduced me to Tessa Bailey, and now I understand why so many romance readers love her.
If you’re looking for something fun, flirty, spicy, and easy to get lost in, add this one to your list.
Asking for Trouble Series
The Doctor by Nikki Sloane is another one that reminded me why I enjoy her books.
She always knows how to bring the heat, but this one really stood out to me. It’s a spicy age-gap romance with plenty of chemistry and tension, but I also really enjoyed the story itself. Nikki Sloane definitely knows how to write a romance that keep...
If you like your romance hot, spicy, and with an age-gap relationship, go for it. This one is definitely worth adding to your list. Pssttt.. careful when you reading it in public place :))