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Book Recs from a genre hopper
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items I read. A LOT. I tend to read across multiple genres! Here are just a few books I’ve read recently that I recommend. This list could get super long, so peruse at your own risk! I’ll keep it small for now. :)
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The Let Them Theory: A Life-Changing Tool
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A fun Romantasy read, book 1 in a new series!
Quicksilver: 9781538774199: Hart, Callie: Books
A twisted modern day romance inspired by the story of Peter Pan, where the villain is who you want
Hooked by Emily McIntire, Paperback | Barnes & Noble®
Modern day twisted romance inspired by Wicked and The Wizard of Oz
Wretched (Never After Series) - Emily McIntire
A twisted romance in a different time, inspired by the story of the Lion King… but Scar is hot as a human and you WANT HIM
Scarred by Emily McIntire, Paperback | Barnes & Noble®
A twisted modern day romance inspired by the story of Aladdin, and Jafar doesn’t give you the creeps
Twisted (Never After Series) eBook
A twisted modern romance based on The Hunchback of Notre Dame! That priest? Yeah.
Crossed (Never After Series #5) by Emily McIntire, Paperback
A twisted modern romance inspired by the story of The Little Mermaid! But no… Ariel isn’t the good guy.
Hexed (Never After Series) eBook - Emily McIntire
Did I think reading about a football (soccer) player would be this hot? Nope. Was I wrong? Absolutely.
The Striker (B&N Exclusive Edition) by Ana Huang, Paperback
This is such a cozy fantasy read, with a little romance sprinkled in! Home made jam, a talking spider plant, flying cats, and love? Yes please!
The Spellshop - Durst, Sarah Beth: Books
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Dragons ✅ Spicy love ✅ Disability Rep ✅
Epic one liners from a grumpy old dragon ✅ young dragon angst ✅ special powers ✅ middle of an epic war ✅
Listen, just read it
Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros, Paperback | Barnes & Noble®
The second book in the Empyrian series about dragons and Xaden (what? It can be about him).
Iron Flame by Rebecca Yarros, Paperback | Barnes & Noble®
The third book in the Empyrian series about dragons, and this one is also about a cat named Broccoli. I don’t make the rules, he’s the hero.
Onyx Storm (Standard Edition) by Rebecca Yarros, Hardcover
Serial unalivers competing against each other and also falling in love! Dark, yes, but also so funny! The banter is awesome
Butcher & Blackbird (Ruinous Love Trilogy #1) - Barnes & Noble
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The second book in the ruinous love trilogy. This one has crafts, glitter, and m*rder
Leather & Lark (Ruinous Love Trilogy #2)|Paperback - Barnes & Noble
The third book in the Ruinous Love trilogy. Circus, doctors, tarot cards, vigilante justice… and love
Scythe & Sparrow (B&N Exclusive Edition) (Ruinous Love Trilogy #3)
An Olympic swimmer and a competitive diver find they share a similar power dynamics k*nk and it’s a hell of a lot of fun to read about!
Deep End - Kindle
A YA mystery/thriller that has lovely gothic vibes and is my favorite YA I’ve read this year, thus far! Read it!
Darkly - Pessl, Marisha: Books
This cozy romance is a Fall dream! A bit of spice, but not nearly as much as in the latte. Set in Dream Harbor, which is basically Stars Hollow but by the water.
The Pumpkin Spice Café by Laurie Gilmore, Paperback
The amazing second book in the Dream Harbor series! Books, fishermen, and spicy love!
The Cinnamon Bun Book Store - Laurie Gilmore - Barnes & Noble
The third book in the Dream Harbor series! Such a fun read around the holidays, with lots of spice as two characters get snowed in together and Christmas lights get even more romantic
The Christmas Tree Farm - Laurie Gilmore - Barnes & Noble
The fourth book in the Dream Harbor series! A single dad chef, the nanny, and omfg such fun spice in the kitchen!
The Strawberry Patch Pancake House (B&N Exclusive Edition ...
Dark Romance for the win! Ryat Archer will have you begging in no time! Check your triggers. Then read this, become obsessed, and binge the rest of the series. Not speaking from experience or anything…
The Ritual: A Dark College Romance
If you want EPIC fantasy, you need to read Sanderson’s Stormlight Archive! Book 1 is The Way of Kings! It’s big, but sooo worth it!
The Way of Kings (Stormlight Archive Series #1) - Barnes & Noble
This parenting book is incredible! Every concept is broken down simply, demonstrating the differences between American parenting and French parenting. There are great tips on everything from pregnancy, to getting your baby to sleep through the night,...
Bringing Up Bebe: One American Mother Discovers the Wisdom of ...
Book 1 in the ToG series
Throne of Glass (Throne of Glass Series #1) by Sarah J. Maas, Paperback
Book 2 in the ToG series
Crown of Midnight (Throne of Glass Series #2) by Sarah J. Maas, Paperback
Book 3 in the ToG series
Heir of Fire (Throne of Glass Series #3) by Sarah J. Maas, Paperback
I personally recommend reading this group of novellas fourth in the ToG series.
The Assassin's Blade: The Throne of Glass Novellas
Book 4 or 5 in the ToG series, spending on how you handled AB
Queen of Shadows (Throne of Glass Series #4) by Sarah J. Maas, Paperback
You can either read this book next, and then Tower of Dawn, or do the tandem read. I personally recommend the tandem read. I’ve done both, and I think that way is a bit better for the flow of the story!
Empire of Storms (Throne of Glass Series #5) by Sarah J. Maas, Paperback
Either read this after Empire of Storms, or do the tandem read. I personally recommend the tandem read! I’ve done both, and I think that’s the best way for the flow of the story!
Tower of Dawn (Throne of Glass Series #6) by Sarah J. Maas, Paperback
This is the series finale. It will destroy you. Have fun!
Kingdom of Ash (Throne of Glass Series #7) by Sarah J. Maas, Paperback
Cheesy? Yes. Heartbreaking? Yes. Enjoyable? Yes lol
A Walk to Remember by Nicholas Sparks, Paperback
I love everything Brynne Weaver writes! This one is dark, be sure to read trigger pages (yes, that’s plural)!
Tourist Season (B&N Exclusive Edition): The Seasons of Carnage Trilogy