Hi all, I haven't read on my own time in about 5 years, and I want to change that desperately. I just can't find anything that is suiting me.
For any reference, since I don't really have books to compare, I've always loved tv shows that are drama filled, suspenseful, and make you really think about shit. I love complex characters/subjects/situations. My most recent favorite is the show Bones. Ideally, if I could find a book like that, I'd be thrilled! IMO, the characters are so well written, and I like how they dealt with more real life scenarios. It always had me wanting more.
I love all these things, but I've never been one for romance. It's fine and all, but I just don't care for it as a main plot point. If there is romance that comes along with the main story line, by all means I'm for it. But I've never cared for it on its own. The same goes for any "spicy books." This is especially hard for me to navigate when looking for any LGBTQ fiction books, especially with the rise of popularity with Heated Rivalry (although I did warm up to the show after a couple watches.)
Anyways, not to make this any longer than it already is, I just wanted to put this out in hopes that I'm not alone in wanting books that have drama, edge, thrills, with just a decent *side* of romance. If anyone has any recommendations I would be eternally grateful!!!
Edit: I'm not sure if it's possible, but I'd like to avoid YA novels and stick with the "adult" category, but if the book is good enough I am willing to try it if it is YA.
by DoctorSong67