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My Favorite Book Recs from a Girl in Her 20's
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items In this day and age, everyone is running around, busy almost all of the time, but finding the time to sit, relax, and pick up a book for even just a couple of minutes a day can be so important. These are some of my favorite books that I sit down at t...
Sections
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Thrillers
Fantasy
Must-Reads
Educational
Thrillers
I love a book that I can't put down because it just keeps me on my toes, and these books will do the same for you! Trust me, these will keep you guessing what happens next…
If you love a good thriller, this one is a must read. The story is incredible and definitely keeps you on your toes, and there's a pretty nice plot twist!
Verity|Paperback
I won't lie this book definitely started out a bit slow but just keep reading, trust me! This book is written in real time and the understanding of what “the chain” really is, is mind blowing. If you love a good mystery/thriller, I highly recommend!
The Chain|Paperback
I just finished this book up recently, and I absolutely loved it. Another good mystery/thriller that keeps you guessing! I tend to be pretty perceptive and can usually figure out who did what, and I did not see the ending coming!
Not a Happy Family|Paperback
This was the first Natasha Preston book I ever read, and I have not stopped reading her books since. These books can get a little dark, but they are thrillers that truly keep me guessing, and there's usually a sprinkle of a love story thrown in there...
The Cabin|Paperback
I saw people raving about this book all over the internet so I had to give it a chance, and it was so good. Just the little blurb they give you on the back of the book was enough to reel me in!
The Perfect Marriage|Paperback
Fantasy
These books really make you feel like you've been transported to a new place. Different creatures, people, lands, and love, you won't be able to get enough!
The Shatter Me series is one of my favorites for sure. This kind of dystopian world with a girl just trying to navigate everything, including love. Plus there's a bunch of mini books that explore the backgrounds of different characters and situations...
Shatter Me Series 6-Book Box Set: Shatter Me, Unravel Me, Ignite Me, Restore Me, Defy Me, Imagine Me|Paperback
I personally loved this series, but this first book got me completely hooked. I love a female protagonist and a good love story too and this one mixed with this fantasy world was just such a fun read. The rest of the series is insanely good too!
A Court of Thorns and Roses (A Court of Thorns and Roses Series #1)|Paperback
This is one of those series I would die to read for the first time again. I love a strong female protagonist and the fantasy world they live in. This three book series has to be my all time favorite.
The Folk of the Air Complete Paperback Gift Set|Paperback
This is another really good fantasy book, with so much to take in, and there's even a little map in the book to give you a visual of the world. This was a great read and I am stoked to start the next in the series!
Fourth Wing|Hardcover
If you've ever seen the show Shadowhunters, these are the books they are based off of. I absolutely loved the show and someone got me the books to try, and the books were wayyyy better than the show and better than I could've imagined. These were suc...
The Infernal Devices, the Complete Collection (Boxed Set): Clockwork Angel; Clockwork Prince; Clockwork Princess|Paperback
Must-Reads
These books are ones I feel every girl should read once in their lifetime. The stories are truly empowering and just so lovely, definitely give these a try!
This book is just a classic that I think everyone should read. Such an amazing story and you have the movie to watch after!
Where the Crawdads Sing|Paperback
Little Women is just another one of those books every girl should read in their lifetime. The story of 4 young girls living with their mother, navigating the world back then, with tragedy, happiness, love. Just an incredible story, and the movie was ...
Little Women and Other Novels (Barnes & Noble Collectible Editions)|Hardcover
This novel was such a good one and I had is recommended to me so many times, and after finally reading it I understand why!
The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo: A Novel|Paperback
This book truly was just incredible to me, I read it so fast. I loved the story and just couldn't put it down. I wish I could read it for the first time again.
The Seven Year Slip|Paperback
I was looking for books that would help me with my overthinking and just going out with my anxiety and I saw this recommended on Tiktok. I was not disappointed, and I promise if you struggle with anxiety, overthinking, and people pleasing, this book ...
The Courage to Be Disliked: The Japanese Phenomenon That Shows You How to Change Your Life and Achieve Real Happiness|Hardcover
Educational
As I continue to get older, I want to further educate myself on my place in the world, and the struggles that I and so many others share. These books gave me an entirely new perspective and I can truly say I have been living so much better since I re...
My sister bought this book for me and ladies, it really gave me a new perspective on the world we live in and I feel educated on where we stand as a whole. This is definitely more of an educational read, but I highly recommend!
Invisible Women: Data Bias in a World Designed for Men|Paperback
This is another really great educational book for women, I jumped around and left notes everywhere, but this was so helpful to me!
Hormone Intelligence: The Complete Guide to Calming Hormone Chaos and Restoring Your Body's Natural Blueprint for Well-Being|Hardcover
This memoir gave me such a good, new perspective on growing up as a girl, figuring out friendships and relationships, just everything. I absolutely love this book and if you're a 20 something girl like me I highly recommend this one!
Everything I Know about Love|Paperback
This book really touches on the main things we worry about as women in this day and age, like body acceptance, self love, navigating careers and relationships. Loved reading and taking notes on this book!
Your Twenties: No one ever teaches you how to grow up, you know?|Paperback
If you're looking to become more educated and gain a better, true understanding of what feminism should be, this book is perfect. It genuinely gave me a whole new perspective on what feminism should be and how to live a life that shows that.
Hood Feminism: Notes from the Women That a Movement Forgot|Paperback