Hello,
I’m going through a mentally tough time and looking for a great book/series to escape into. I’d love something gripping and unputdownable – but not something that is too sad/intense/poignant.
I like:
– strong FMC, older/wiser
– sharp dialogue
– medium/fast-paced plot that moves from early on (no ‘it gets good halfway through’)
– I tend to prefer books written by women
– historical fiction, fantasy, romance – but I’m open to any genres!
– can be spicy but doesn’t have to be
Some recent faves:
– The Fourth Wing/Emperyan series
– The Correspondent
– Romance: almost anything by Emily Henry or Mhairi Macfarlane
– Historical Fiction : almost anything by Kate Quinn, Stephanie Dray and Philippa Gregory
I don’t like:
– slow or vibe-heavy books
– bleak/oppressive atmospheres
– books with SA
– overly sad, emotional or introspective books
– I like fantasy but not anything with Fae, Vampire or basically focused on non-human characters
Some recent books I haven’t liked:
– ACOTAR/SJM in general
– Spark of the Everflame series
– I like some TJR but disliked Evelyn Hugo and Atmosphere
– Frieda McFadden or Kristin Hannah
Thank you!
by TurdBurgled