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Top Reads: Recommendations from a Twenty-Something

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Who else was an avid reader when they were school age and are now getting back into it? Here is my my top book recommendations featuring an mix of romance, science fiction, and thriller novels mainly. Whether you're a fan of love stories, mind-bendin...
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Science Fiction

 
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The fate of human kind rests in the hands Ryland Grace, on this “hail mary” mission. Heartwarming story filled with space, science, and friendship
Project Hail Mary: A Novel - by Andy Weir (Paperback)
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Another book by Blake Crouch that I absolutely enjoyed!
Dark Matter: A Novel
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Story progressively goes further and further into the future with the technologies building upon themselves. Loved how this book progressed
Stronger, Faster, and More Beautiful
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You will question everything with this book. With science fiction elements that seem like they could be real, this book transports you into time loop world where you are searching for the truth just like Barry
Recursion - by Blake Crouch
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Very black-mirror-esque book that kept me reading it all night!
The God Game: A Novel
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Romance

 
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Be transported back to old Hollywood in a story filled with heartbreak, love, and drama.
Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo - by Taylor Jenkins Reid (Hardcover)
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A feel good story that make you question the balance of fate and choice. A sweet love story that pulls on all the heartstrings
The Soulmate Equation - by Christina Lauren
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Gives you all the feels of your first love/crush. Beautiful story that has you rooting for Macy and Elliot
Love and Other Words|Paperback
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Emily Henry's newest book is my absolute favorite! I laughed out loud several times with their banter.
Funny Story - by Emily Henry (Hardcover)
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Justin is the definition of “If he wanted to, he would”. This book ended up dealing with a lot more complex topics than I was expecting but that led it to a more memorable and fulfilling romance book with lots of heart.
Just for the Summer: Jimenez, Abby: 9781538704431
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Favorite Audio Books

 
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Such a powerful read diving into rape culture and the American justice system. Chanel is very articulate and does a wonderful job sharing her story
Know My Name Audiobook
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Have been a fan of Foo Fighters for years and I loved hearing more about Dave's story especially during his time in Nirvana.
The Storyteller
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I grew up watching iCarly so it was eye-opening to hear about Jennette's struggles during that time.
I'm Glad My Mom Died
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Fantasy

 
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I flew through this series! Never been much of a fantasy girl, but this had the right amount of fantasy elements
Fourth Wing - by Rebecca Yarros (Hardcover)
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Can't wait for the 3rd book to come out!
Iron Flame - (Empyrean) - by Rebecca Yarros (Hardcover)
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Thriller

 
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Great twist! Super engaging book
Rock Paper Scissors: A Novel
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Small town murcher mystery with lots of twists!
His & Hers
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This book will make you anxious, I needed to see how it would turn out but it puts you out of your skin
The Last Thing to Burn: A Novel
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Fun murder mystery taking place on remote island during a wedding
The Guest List by Lucy Foley
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Fiction

 
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Adorable book of 3 lives intersecting and it includes the wonderful view point of Marcellus the octopus. Good exploration of friendship and hope.
Remarkably Bright Creatures - by Shelby Van Pelt
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Fun tale to see a marriage grow throughout time and touch on different parts of wellness that happen during that era
Wellness: A novel
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DIY Book Ornament

 
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Template to add all the books you read this year to your tree!
Yearly Book Ornament Template and Instructions
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To create mini books for ornament
Scotch Double-Sided Foam Mounting Tape, 1/2" x 150", 1 Roll
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Ornament to fill!
Ornament Discs, 3.15 Inch Clear Plastic Fillable Ornament Ball for DIY Craft Projects

Reading Gear

 
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I love my Kobo Libra. Having physical buttons makes it super easy to change pages. Battery life is super long and I didn't realize how much I would love a e-reader but it has changed the way I read!
Kobo Libra Colour
 
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Great sleep cover that is very sleek
Kobo Libra Colour Notebook SleepCover
 
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Gorgeous book mark that can be personalized
Personalized Resin Bookmark
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