Books ive read.

1/26 Edited to

... Read moreAs an avid reader who follows the latest trends on BookTok, I've found that fantasy and romance genres dominate the conversation with their immersive worlds and intense emotional journeys. Recently, I've dived into books like "Devour the Dark" by Nikki St. Crowe and "A Never After Novel" series by Emily McIntire, which blend elements of mythical tales and passionate storytelling. What stands out about Nikki St. Crowe's works is her ability to reimagine familiar fairy tale characters such as Captain Hook and Wendy Darling, transforming them into complex figures in dark, fae-inspired settings. This approach adds a thrilling and vicious twist that keeps you hooked from start to finish. I appreciate how her narratives explore not just epic battles but personal struggles, making the characters relatable despite the supernatural backdrop. Similarly, Emily McIntire's novels like "Hooked," "Scarred," and "Wretched" provide a mix of romance and suspense with characters who wrestle with their pasts and desires. The deep emotional layers in these books resonate well on platforms like BookTok, where readers share heartfelt reactions and recommendations. If you're looking to build your reading list with books that are frequently tagged under #booktok and #booksworththeread, these authors provide excellent picks. Their USA Today bestselling status speaks to their quality and popularity. Immersing yourself in these stories offers not only entertainment but also insights into contemporary fantasy and romance trends shaping online reading communities. For anyone wanting to explore fantasy romance, I suggest starting with these novels and engaging with BookTok reviews and discussions. Sharing your own thoughts after reading can enrich your experience and connect you with like-minded book lovers around the world.

Related posts

spiciest dark romance books you need to read
how many of these have you read? here are some more dark romance books you need to check out! these are definitely on the darker side so be sure to check the trigger warnings before reading. #lemon8challenge #lemon8bookclub #darkromance #bookwormsoflemon8 #bookrecommendations
romance books

romance books

2493 likes

The image displays a collection of dark romance book covers, many featuring skulls and dark themes, with the overlaying text "BOOKS TO READ IF YOU LIKED HAUNTING ADELINE." The author H.D. Carlton is visible on some covers.
A book cover for "The Mindf*ck Series" by S.T. Abby, showing hands holding a red apple pierced with nails. Surrounding text highlights themes like revenge, hidden identity, suspense, bad@ss FMC, FBI agent x seri@l killer, and 'touch him and die'.
A book cover for "Sicko" by Amo Jones, featuring graffiti-style text. Keywords around the cover include taboo, foster siblings, motorcycle club, second chance, human tr@fficking, and 'touch her and die'.
dark romance books for fans of haunting adeline
have you read haunting adeline? can’t get enough of zade meadows? these dark romance books bring the same mix of spice, suspense, and obsession that keeps you turning pages late into the night. prepare yourself for twisted storylines, toxic love, and characters that will ruin all other book boyf
romance books

romance books

2962 likes

A collage of dark romance book covers with the prominent text 'SPICIEST DARK ROMANCE BOOKS' and four red chili pepper emojis. The image promotes books from @romance.book.corner on Lemon8.
The 'Cat and Mouse Duet' by H.D. Carlton, featuring two covers of 'Haunting Adeline'. Keywords include st@lker, kidnapping, suspense, revenge, vigilante hacker, and 'touch her and die'.
Katee Robert's 'Neon Gods' book cover, described as book 8, with themes like fake dating, age gap, queer characters, and a Hades x Persephone retelling.
spiciest dark romance books
what’s your favorite dark romance? here are even more spicy dark romance books!! how many of these have you read? #lemon8bookchallenge #lemon8bookclub #booktok #darkromance #bookrecommendations
romance books

romance books

1789 likes

SPICY BOOKS! 📚
these books are SPICY!! twisted love twisted games twisted lies things i meant to say american queen american king american prince promises and pomegranates a million kisses in your lifetime fourth wing ACOTAR series the ritual haunting adeline hunting adeline icebreaker preist
blimmi 🍂🤎📚

blimmi 🍂🤎📚

3818 likes

A collage of dark romance book covers with the bold white text 'DARKEST ROMANCE BOOKS OF ALL TIME' and three red chili pepper emojis at the bottom, indicating intense content.
The Web of Silence Duet by Leigh Rivers, featuring two book covers with spiders. Keywords include taboo, masked man, mute MMC, st@lker/c@ptive, foster siblings, and 'touch her and die'.
The book 'Does It Hurt?' by H.D. Carlton, with a cover showing a woman's silhouette, a lighthouse, and stormy sea. Keywords include one bed, enemies to lovers, stranded on an island, forced proximity, identity thief FMC, and marine biologist MMC.
darkest romance books ever (pitch black)
what’s the darkest book you’ve ever read? these pitch-black books take dark romance to a whole new level. please check trigger warnings before reading these. #lemon8bookchallenge #lemon8bookclub #booktok #darkromance #bookrecommendations
romance books

romance books

1221 likes

BOOKS I’LL NEVER SHUT UP ABOUT
Books I’ll never shut up about: 1. Archers Voice: read this if you want to cry like a baby and wish you lived in their small town 2. Credence: read this for ALL the spice (don’t think too hard about the family stuff) 3. Silver Flames: part of the ACOTAR series so it’s a must read and my f
Jenna

Jenna

1972 likes

My top 3 books that changed my life 🌸
Reading has become my newest obsession! It has given me so much knowledge that I’ve applied to my everyday life. The results are there! I honestly wish I would’ve started reading sooner! I’ll do a part two soon but these three are my favorite so far! If anybody has any reading suggestions please dr
Lo

Lo

5781 likes

A hand holds several books with red spines featuring white hearts and baseball stitches, against a black and white cow print background. A pink overlay reads "BOOKS I'VE READ RECENTLY AND WHAT I RATE THEM."
The book "Pitcher Perfect" by Tessa Bailey is displayed on a cow print background, rated 4 stars. Text highlights it as a fast read, enemies-to-lovers romance featuring a softball player and hockey player, good for a reading slump.
The book "Power Less" by Elsie Silver is shown on a cow print background, rated 5 stars. Text describes it as a small-town, long-time friends-to-lovers romance, with the author's books being a favorite.
Books Ive read recently ✨💋
All these books were good. Definitely worth reading at least once #booktok #bookrecommendation #books #reading #booksoflemon8
Shelbs💋

Shelbs💋

76 likes

5 of the best business books that ive ever read
5 of the best business books that ive ever read! One of my favorite non-fiction genres is business Here are 5 books worth reading if you're interested in entrepreneurship and startups, or want to live that digital-nomad life! 1. Good to Great > outlines how companies can transition f
BATE by Rana

BATE by Rana

156 likes

A dark, atmospheric image of a dense forest with text overlay "SPOOKY BOOKS I'VE READ SO FAR THIS FALL SWIPE" and "Lemon8 @mikaelabee_author".
The book cover for "The Reappearance of Rachel Price" by Holly Jackson, set against a dark forest, describes a mother's mysterious reappearance during a family documentary.
The book cover for "Where He Can't Find You" by Darcy Coates, against a dark forest, details a serial killer known as "The Stitcher" who reassembles bodies unnaturally.
Spooky books I’ve read!
Here’s some good books I’ve read this fall to add to your TBR ☺️📚 #spookybooks #spookybooksforfall #fallbooklist #falltbr #spookybookreview #falltbrlist #horror #horrorbooks #halloween
Mikaela

Mikaela

287 likes

An orange book titled "MANIFEST: 7 STEPS TO LIVING YOUR BEST LIFE" by Roxie Nafousi, with the text overlay "Books to read to Manifest."
A yellow book titled "THE GAME OF LIFE AND HOW TO PLAY IT" by Florence Scovel Shinn, described as "The Complete Original Edition."
A book titled "CREATIVE VISUALIZATION" by Shakti Gawain, with a subtitle about using imagination to create life, and a pink lotus flower on the cover.
Books to read to Manifest
Ok, I have been going on a rabbit hole about manifesting. Like have read dozens of books. And I don’t think they’re all right or wrong. I legit feel like it ultimately comes down to your upbringing and limited beliefs. Like digging down ur subconscious and finding the root of what triggers you is k
Nay

Nay

878 likes

A collage of book covers with the bold white text "BOOKS WHERE THE VILLAIN GETS THE GIRL" overlaid. The covers include titles like "Hooked," "Haunting Adeline," "Shatter Me," "There Are No Saints," "God of Malice," "Avina St. Graves," and "Her Soul to Take."
Six book covers from the "Shatter Me Series" by Tahereh Mafi are displayed: Shatter Me, Unravel Me, Ignite Me, Restore Me, Defy Me, and Imagine Me. Each cover features a close-up of an eye with intricate, nature-inspired designs.
The book cover for "Haunting Adeline" by H.D. Carlton, featuring a skull and roses, is shown with descriptive keywords: st@lker, cat-and-mouse, touch her and die, morally gray MMC, obsessive MMC, and suspense.
books where the villain gets the girl
have you read any of these books? not every love story is about the hero. sometimes, the villain steals the spotlight (and her heart). these books prove that bad guys can get the girl too. which one is your favorite? #lemon8bookclub #darkromance #bookrecommendations #lemon8challenge
romance books

romance books

1645 likes

one of the best books ive read on spirituality
I love Dr.Joe DIspenza's work (I've read all his books except Evolve Your Brain) Becoming Supernatural is one of my favorite books by him In the book, Dispenza explores the intersection of neuroscience, quantum physics, and spirituality, offering practical techniques to unlock the po
BATE by Rana

BATE by Rana

40 likes

manifest wealth with these 2 books
Ive read countless books on personal finance, wealth, and manifestation These 2 books are the best books to help you manifest wealth and abundance into your life Have you read these books? Comment below! #lemon8partner #lemon8bookclub #lemon8bookchallenge #manifestation #wealt
BATE by Rana

BATE by Rana

43 likes

A collage of dark romance Christmas book covers with the title "SPICIEST CHRISTMAS ROMANCE BOOKS DARK ROMANCE EDITION" and five chili pepper emojis. Text at the bottom asks, "Why choose between naughty and nice?"
The book cover for "I'll Be Home..." by Tate James and Heather Long, featuring a snowy scene. Keywords include reverse harem, MFMM, found family, grinch FMC, forced proximity, and "touch her and die."
The book cover for "Sacked and Sleighed" by Aurelia Knight, showing Christmas lights and mistletoe on a dark, snowy background. Keywords include reverse harem, st@lker, possessive MMC, found family, innap, and "touch her and die."
spiciest dark romance books for christmas
what’s your favorite christmas read? christmas isn’t complete without a little bit of spice. these books will definitely put you on the naughty list. which book is on your tbr? #lemon8bookchallenge #lemon8bookclub #booktok #darkromance #bookrecommendations
romance books

romance books

558 likes

spiciest age gap romance books
have you read any of these books? comment your fav! #darkromance #lemon8bookchallenge #lemon8bookclub #bookrecommendations #books #romancebooks #booktok #readersoflemon8 #booksoflemon8 #bookaesthetic
romance books

romance books

1910 likes

books to read for teen girls!! 📚🤍💋
here are some books to read for teen girls, i haven’t read all of these but ive heard they have been amazing! if you have any recommendations lmk!! #fyp #fypシ #viral #books #booktok #teengirl #book #recommendations #viralbooks #Lemon8Diary
maddiegrace

maddiegrace

690 likes

✨Recent Books Ive Read
Give me some new books to indulge in✨🩷 #books #bookrecommendations #bookrecs #acotar #thewayiusedtobe #howitfeelstofloat #ifhehadbeenwithme #girlinpieces #BookReview
parissjewel

parissjewel

15 likes

Books I would read again
All of these are young adult books 📚 ⭐️ If he had been with me (romance) - I just finished this one I liked it a lot, a lot of my friends recommended it, I also saw a bunch of people on here recommending it. It did have a really sad ending. Still I recommend. ⭐️ A good girls guide to murder
Lili 🎨📚

Lili 🎨📚

2861 likes

Books ive read that I 💯 recommend
I have so many more, but these are the ones i have on my personal book shelf lmao😭
Heyy its eva

Heyy its eva

26 likes

A collage of 15 book covers, including 'One to Watch,' 'Here One Moment,' 'Just for the Summer,' 'The Alchemist,' 'Crying in H Mart,' and 'The Nightingale.' The image is watermarked 'Lemon8 @alexandriajenae' in the bottom left corner.
BOOKS IVE READ
In April, May and June!
Alexandria 💐🫶⭐️

Alexandria 💐🫶⭐️

12 likes

A shelf of books with a white overlay titled "Books that Altered my Brain Chemistry" and "MY BOOK RECS," with a note "*not just self-help books*" and a Lemon8 logo.
A hand holds the red cover of George Orwell's book "1984," featuring a large eye illustration and the author's name. The text mentions its insights on power and control.
A hand holds the book "Nice Girls Don't Get the Corner Office" by Lois P. Frankel, PhD, with the subtitle "Unconscious Mistakes Women Make That Sabotage Their Careers."
Books that Altered my Brain Chemistry 📖
Reading has always been more than just a pastime for me—it’s shaped how I think, approach life, and interact with others. Here are a few books that changed the way I see the world: 1. 1984 by George Orwell This book made me realize just how much power and truth can shape society. Its dark warni
Anna Brynn

Anna Brynn

734 likes

Books i’ve read on Kindle Unlimited
#kindleunlimitedrecommendations #blackromancebooks #blackreaders #kindlebooks #spicyromance
Susy ✨💗

Susy ✨💗

281 likes

RATING BOOKS IVE READ THIS MONTH
#recentread #this book had me bawling #book #booktok #BookReview #boysoftommen #neverlie #hauntingadeline
shay🪐🎧 📚🌷

shay🪐🎧 📚🌷

22 likes

the worst self-help books that ive read As someone
the worst self-help books that ive read As someone who used to read a lot of self-help books, these are the absolute worst ones that I've read What self-help books do you dislike? Comment below #lemon8partner #lemon8bookclub #microlearning
BATE by Rana

BATE by Rana

27 likes

Books I plan to read this last quarter of the year
as I searched through the books in my room, I am ready for this next quarter, the last quarter of 2024, so let me make sure I am book fed. These are books I’ve started and never finished, so I plan to finish these books before the end of the year, by - Reading daily - Taking notes on importa
odeevibez

odeevibez

133 likes

books ive read
I need to do a part 2 cus it only allows 10 Pic
Xime🩵💜🧡

Xime🩵💜🧡

7 likes

A stack of books with red and white spines, with the text "24 books i've read so far in 2024" overlaid.
A collage of six romance book covers by Taylor Jenkins Reid and Emily Henry, with annotations like "fave so far" and "my first 3 TJR reads".
A collage of five romance book covers including "Tell Me Lies," "Same Time Next Year," and the Jojo Moyes "Me Before You" series, with reading recommendations.
24 books I’ve read so far in 2024
Here are 24 books I’ve read so far this year: ROMANCE: • Tell Me Lies by Carola Lovering • Evidence of the Affair by Taylor Jenkins Reid • Me Before You by Jojo Moyes • After You by Jojo Moyes • Still Me by Jojo Moyes • Same Time Next Year by Tessa Bailey • The Seven Husbands of Evelyn
megan | sahm

megan | sahm

244 likes

A collection of self-help and manifestation books, including 'You Are a Badass at Making Money,' 'Good Anxiety,' 'The Audacity to Be Queen,' and 'The Angel Numbers Book,' spread on a black and white spotted rug, with overlaid text 'my favorite SELF HELP books'.
A close-up of the book 'Good Anxiety: Harnessing the Power of the Most Misunderstood Emotion' by Dr. Wendy Suzuki with Billie Fitzpatrick, on a black and white spotted rug.
A close-up of the book 'WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR? A Practical Guide To Knowing What You Want And Making It Happen... Now' by Shelley Brunskill-Matson, on a black and white spotted rug.
My Favorite Self Help Books📚🤍
I’m not a huge reader, but when I do read it’s always a self help book! I even enjoy a good manifesting book✨ Most of these are actually from Five Below! They have a great selection of self help/manifesting books. All these books have really helped me along my journey of bettering myself and my
Kendra

Kendra

441 likes

A woman winks and makes a kissy face, with the text overlay "books ive read in 2026:". The Lemon8 logo and username @cilantropig are visible.
The book cover for "Jim Henson The Biography" by Brian Jay Jones, featuring Jim Henson with Kermit and Ernie. Text overlay describes it as a 10/10 read. The Lemon8 logo and username @cilantropig are visible.
The vintage-style book cover for "The Picture of Dorian Gray" by Oscar Wilde. Text overlay states it's a favorite book, rated 10/10. The Lemon8 logo and username @cilantropig are visible.
BOOKS IVE READ IN 2026
My goal this year is 12 books...one for every month and i just really caught up on my goal lol It took me a hot minute of on and off reading to finish Jim Hensons biography but that truly was such a phenomenal read 10/10 The Picture Of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde has been a favorite since high
✨Cam✨

✨Cam✨

7 likes

books ive read
love these books with all my heart😍 hunger games the summer i turned pretty trilogy to all the boys i’ve loved before trilogy it ends with us series thanks for watching😝✌️
Angelina Jones

Angelina Jones

19 likes

books ive read in February
a bit late but enjoy!
kaylaburt_13

kaylaburt_13

41 likes

·Books I want to read·
Just a few of the books I want to read before the year is over! Any other suggestions.? #reading 📖 #booktokbooks #booktok #bookwormsoflemon8
kyleah knight

kyleah knight

15 likes

Books by Black Authors I’ve Read in 2025 ✊🏾📚
I’ve been diving into some amazing reads by Black authors this year, and every single one has been 🔥! Highly recommend checking these out if you haven’t already. Which of these have you read? Let’s talk books! 👇🏾 🔮 Blood Like Magic by Liselle Sambury– 4/5 (Dark urban fantasy, loved the concept!)
Keanna Kris

Keanna Kris

622 likes

An open book on a white bedspread displays an illustration of a man and a woman in a bedroom, with the text "books i will always defend" on the left page.
A hand holds the book "Wildfire" by Hannah Grace, featuring a cabin illustration. Annotations highlight "one night stand," "golden retriever mmc," and "healing," along with a quote from the book.
A hand holds the book "Shutout" by Avery Keelan, depicting a couple kissing. Annotations indicate "brothers best friend," "soft only for her," and "roommates," accompanied by a quote.
underrated romance books
like/save for later <3 🔥wildfire: everyone says this book is boring compared to icebreaker but i loved it so much, i thought it was such a sweet love story. i loved both the fmc and mmc & side characters. he’s so soft n sweet but has a dirty mouth ugh i love russ sm. idk what it was but
mads

mads

1286 likes

some books you need to read✨🫶
#lemon8diarychallenge #lemon8bokclub #booksummary these pics aren't mine, btw. I will be telling my opinion on these books ,I really loved them and would DIE to read them again for the first time, but..yk #books 🫶🏼 #reading📖 #loves to read 📚
batman

batman

11 likes

A hand with tattoos holds four books stacked vertically, with the text overlay "books I've read this month part 2" in orange and white bubble letters. The books are against a gray and white patterned blanket.
The book cover for "Almond" by Won-Pyung Sohn, featuring a large pink abstract face on a purple background, is held by a hand against a blue and green painted background.
The book cover for "Rules" by Cynthia Lord, depicting a goldfish and a rubber duck on a teal background with award seals, rests on a gray patterned blanket.
books I’ve read this month part 2
Can you believe March is already over?? Let’s recap on some books I read this spring - you can check out my other March reads post for more recommendations :D Almond Goodreads rating: 4.17 My rating: 5/5⭐️ Okay this story was so sad, but so heartwarming and overall such a beautiful story
tay(❁ᴗ͈ˬᴗ͈)☾*.✧

tay(❁ᴗ͈ˬᴗ͈)☾*.✧

30 likes

best friendships ive read
#booktok #booktokgirlies #books #foundfamily #bookrecommendations
b💗💐

b💗💐

36 likes

A stack of several books, with a text overlay indicating "books ive thrifted recently", set against a dark background with decorative floral elements.
Two books, "It Ends With Us" and "It Starts With Us" by Colleen Hoover, displayed on a white fabric with black floral patterns.
Two books, "The Housemaid's Secret" and "The Housemaid" by Freida McFadden, displayed on a white fabric with black floral patterns.
thrifted books ✨📚
books ive thrifted so far for 2025!! •It Ends With Us - Colleen Hoover🌸 •Is Starts With Us - Colleen Hoover🌼 •The Housemaid - Freida McFadden💙 •The Housemaids Secret - Freida McFadden❤️ •The Silent Patient - Alex Michaelides🤐 •The Perfect Son - Frieda McFadden📖 •It’s Not Summer Without You
hailee alexys🪽

hailee alexys🪽

71 likes

Books to read this summer
These are some of my favorite books the give summer vibes
Faith774

Faith774

11 likes

See more