Book Recommendations: Fall Edition

As the leaves begin to change and colder weather settles in, it brings with it the urge to curl up with a blanket and a book. There is no better feeling than getting lost in the pages of a novel. Not to mention, the autumn aesthetic only makes reading that much better.

Here are some of the perfect books to get you in the fall mood.

verity by colleen hoover

First up, we have a thriller with a dash of romance, written by the one and only Colleen Hoover. Verity follows Lowen, a struggling writer, who gets the offer of completing a book series for bestselling author Verity Crawford. In the midst of it all, she meets Jermey, the author's husband, and discovers a manuscript with shocking details about the couple’s life. Follow Lowen as she embarks on the journey of not only completing the series but also diving into the shocking and twisted life Verity led, all while staying at the writer's home.

The Twilight series by stephanie meyer

Next, we have the perfect fall classic that will have you once again ask yourself: “Team Edward or Jacob?” The Twilight Series written by Stephanie Meyers follows the infamous love story of protagonists Bella and Edward as they are faced with sinister obstacles. This series will definitely get you in an autumn mood, but if you what something a little different, Stephanie Meyer’s other novel Midnight Sun, which is a retelling of Twilight from Edward's perspective instead of Bella’s.

daisy jones and the six by taylor jenkins reid

Daisy Jones and The Six by Taylor Jenkins Reid is perfect for those of you who are obsessed with the 1970s vibe. Protagonist Daisy is a free-spirited girl that goes through life carrying around a “go-with-the-flow” motto. Daisy, as a writer and singer, wants to break into the music industry, but her songs are not what the producers want. To add, she refuses to sing others' work. Six other musicians with the same manager as Daisy suggest that she sing one of their songs. This leads to her joining the band. Daisy Jones and the Six takes you on a journey that gives you insight into the character’s personal lives and what endures them.

Truly devious by maureen johnson

Considering it is “spooky season”, this next novel is perfect for those of you that are interested in unsolved crimes. Truly Devious by Maureen Johnson is set at Ellingham Academy, a highly known private school in Vermont founded by Albert Ellingham. While the school was open his wife and daughter were kidnapped, resulting in a huge mystery around campus. This intrigues our main character Stevie Bell, who is in her first year. Being the true-crime lover that she is, she has a plan to solve the cold case surrounding the disappearance. As she digs deeper, truly devious returns and death once again roams over the academy.

the maidens by alex michaelides

Dive into the Greek tragedy The Maidens by Alex Michaelides and follow Mariana after learning that her niece’s friend Tara is murdered. Zoe (her niece) and Mariana both suspect the Greek tragedy professor Edward Fosca is responsible for, but he has an alibi clearing his name. Fosca is worshipped by a group of female students on campus known as “The Maidens.” As the story unfolds, another body is found and uncovers the ancient Greek rituals and murders. Mariana counties to try and uncover the killer.

I hope these recommendations inspire you to make some apple cider and pick up one of these novels. Nothing screams autumn like a cozy night spent reading.

Disclaimer: All of the books are linked to Amazon which has the prices, a hardcover, paperback, and audio version. If you don’t feel like ordering off of Amazon, you can shop them on Thriftbooks as well.