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items Recently I've been getting into reading, here are some of my favorite standalones!
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It's a powerful memoir written by a neurosurgeon named Paul, who was diagnosed with terminal lung cancer at a young age. In this heartfelt and thought-provoking account, he takes us on a journey from being a healer of patients to becoming a patient h...
When Breath Becomes Air by Paul Kalanithi
This novel retells the Greek myth of Achilles and the Trojan War. Through the eyes of Patroclus, a young prince who becomes Achilles' closest companion and lover, the story unfolds with heart-wrenching emotion and rich storytelling. This book made me...
The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller
6 star read. Literally one of my favorite books ever written.The story follows Dannie Kohan, a meticulous planner, who has her life all figured out. But one night, after falling asleep, she wakes up in an entirely different life, five years into the ...
In Five Years: A Novel by Rebecca Serle
I love the vibes of this book.This novel is a perfect blend of romance, humor, and self-discovery that will sweep you off your feet. The story follows two authors, January and Gus, who find themselves in a bit of a creative rut. They strike up an unl...
Beach Read by Emily Henry, Paperback
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Beautiful Criminals: A Novel - Eric Tipton - Barnes & Noble
This novel is a gripping psychological thriller that will keep you guessing until the very end. It follows the story of the Sinclair family, a wealthy and seemingly perfect family who spends their summers on a private island. The protagonist, Cadence...
We Were Liars by E. Lockhart, Paperback | Barnes & Noble®
The book got me back into reading.This novel follows the lives of Stella and Will, two teenagers with cystic fibrosis (CF) who meet while receiving treatment in the same hospital. Due to their condition, they must maintain a distance of at least six ...
Five Feet Apart by Rachael Lippincott
Best Colleen Hoover book I've read.I'm thrilled to recommend "Verity" by Colleen Hoover – a gripping psychological thriller filled with chilling secrets, suspense, and unexpected twists. As struggling writer Lowen Ashleigh delves into bestselling aut...
Verity by Colleen Hoover
One of my favorite Colleen Hoover books.As you immerse yourself in the lives of the characters, you'll witness the challenges faced by Morgan and Clara, a mother and daughter struggling to navigate their changing relationship after a devastating loss...
Regretting You by Colleen Hoover, Paperback - Barnes & Noble
Great for people who are getting into reading.As the years pass, Fallon and Ben decide to meet on the same day each year, without any communication in between. Their annual reunions lead to a tale of love, heartbreak, and second chances, as they navi...
November 9 by Colleen Hoover,
Very quick and easy read. The story follows Lily Bloom, a young woman who finds herself torn between her past and present when she meets the charismatic neurosurgeon, Ryle Kincaid. As they navigate the ups and downs of their relationship, Lily is fac...
It Ends with Us by Colleen Hoover
Really pretty pieces of art throughout the book. This book is really captivating from the start."Confess" follows the journey of Auburn Reed and Owen Gentry, whose lives become intertwined when Auburn stumbles upon Owen's art studio. As they form a c...
Confess by Colleen Hoover, Paperback | Barnes & Noble®
Great book and it's a very quick read., "The Richest Man in Babylon" imparts essential financial principles that are as relevant today as they were centuries ago. The book emphasizes the importance of saving, investing, and living within one's means ...
The Richest Man In Babylon
Very quick read."Ugly Love" follows the lives of Tate Collins and Miles Archer, two individuals whose paths cross unexpectedly. As they navigate their feelings for each other, they must confront their pasts and the scars that still haunt them. The no...
Ugly Love a book by Colleen Hoover
Can be read as standalone or series.In this captivating tale, Hercule Poirot, the brilliant Belgian detective, finds himself on a luxurious cruise along the Nile River. As the ship glides through the breathtaking Egyptian landscape, tensions rise, an...
Death on the Nile
Captivating.Prepare to be entranced by Evelyn Hugo's captivating story, as you uncover the layers of her persona and the profound impact she had on the people around her. With every revelation, the novel deepens its emotional resonance, leaving you w...
The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo
I read this book in one sitting.In this unique world, a mysterious organization called Death-Cast notifies people on the day they are going to die. Mateo and Rufus both receive their Death-Cast calls on the same day, and in a twist of fate, they conn...
They Both Die at the End by Adam Silvera
Read this.The story follows Macy Sorensen, who reconnects with her childhood best friend, Elliot Petropoulos, after a decade of separation. As they reunite, old feelings resurface, and the novel beautifully weaves between past and present, revealing ...
Love and Other Words by Christina Lauren
The story follows the Levine and Gold families, who have spent every summer together in the idyllic beach town of South Haven. However, one tragic summer changes everything, and their lives are forever altered.
Every Summer After by Carley Fortune, Paperback
Really quick read,short chapters.The story follows Rob and Maegan, two high school students dealing with their own struggles and secrets. When circumstances bring them together, they form an unlikely friendship that leads to self-discovery and growth...
Call It What You Want by Brigid Kemmerer
Really captivating.Set during the Holocaust, the novel follows Dita as she takes on the dangerous role of the librarian in the Auschwitz concentration camp. Despite the unimaginable horrors surrounding her, Dita preserves the power of literature and ...
The Librarian of Auschwitz by Antonio Iturbe
The novel follows Marie-Laure LeBlanc, a blind French girl, and Werner Pfennig, a German soldier with an aptitude for technology. Their paths eventually converge in the occupied French town of Saint-Malo, where their lives intertwine in unexpected wa...
All the Light We Cannot See
I love this book so much.The story revolves around the murder of Amyas Crale, a celebrated painter, and the subsequent trial and conviction of his wife, Caroline, for the crime. Sixteen years later, their daughter Carla hires Hercule Poirot to reopen...
Five Little Pigs
The story follows Hercule Poirot, the a Belgian detective, who finds himself on vacation at the Jolly Roger Hotel on Leathercombe Bay. However, his plans for relaxation are soon interrupted when a shocking murder occurs on the secluded beach
Evil under the Sun
My favorite Agatha Christie novel.The story follows Hercule Poirot, the renowned Belgian detective, who happens to be on the same train when a passenger is found murdered in his compartment. As the snowbound train becomes a crime scene, Poirot is tas...
Murder on the Orient Express a
This book went viral for a reason. This book is about a girl whose boyfriend died, however, she keeps calling him even after his death hoping that he will pick up. One day he actually picked up the phone. Will the always have this connection or can s...
You've Reached Sam: A Novel - Dustin Thao - Barnes & Noble
Could be read as standalone or series. This book is a snow white retelling where snow white's aunt tries to kill her. Later in the novel the 7 dwarfs help her take over the evil mirror. But there is a twist, snow white wasn't poisoned by the apple th...
Mirror, Mirror Jen Calonita