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Books That Everyone Should Read at Least Once in Their Life

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These are some of my favorite books. Some teach valuable lessons, some are just fun reads, and some are both.
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Fantasy

 
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My absolute favorite fantasy book! It kept me hooked until the very end. I especially love the main character, she is so smart and a baddie.
The Cruel Prince (Folk of the Air Series #1) by Holly Black
 
The Wicked King (Folk of the Air Series #2) by Holly Black
 
The Queen of Nothing (Folk of the Air Series #3) by Holly Black
 
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I only hear good things about this book, and now that I've read it, I see why. I am so in love with this book, and all books by Sarah J. Maas. You have to read this book, especially if you're a romantasy lover!
A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas
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A Court of Mist and Fury (A Court of Thorns and Roses Series #2) by Sarah J. Maas
 
A Court of Wings and Ruin (A Court of Thorns and Roses Series #3) by Sarah J. Maas
 
A Court of Frost and Starlight (A Court of Thorns and Roses Series) by Sarah J. Maas
 
A Court of Silver Flames (A Court of Thorns and Roses Series #4) by Sarah J. Maas
 
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I have never read a series this fast. I was in love with the story as soon as I opened the book, and it usually takes me a while to get into a fantasy book. I highly recommend this book to anyone who loves reading---especially my pirate and mermaid l...
Daughter of the Pirate King (Daughter of the Pirate King Series #1) by Tricia Levenseller
 
Daughter of the Siren Queen (Daughter of the Pirate King Series #2) by Tricia Levenseller
 
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This book was an overnight booktok sensation. I knew I had to read it, and I'm so glad that I did. This is another book that's perfect for romantasy lovers. And, as I'm sure many other people have said, it's like the Divergent series with dragons.
Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros
 
Iron Flame by Rebecca Yarros
 
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I read this book for the first time around 4 or 5 years ago, and I still love it today. I remember after the first time I read it, I immediately reread it in less than an hour because I loved it so much.
A Curse So Dark and Lonely (Cursebreaker Series #1) by Brigid Kemmerer
 
A Heart So Fierce and Broken (Cursebreaker Series #2) by Brigid Kemmerer
 
A Vow So Bold and Deadly (Cursebreaker Series #3) by Brigid Kemmerer

Philosophical

 
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This book has so many amazing life lessons. This is definitely a book I think everyone should read at least once. It will change your life.
Tuesdays with Morrie by Mitch Albom
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Historical Fiction

 
The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier and Clay by Michael Chabon