May Wrap Up & Thoughts

📌 A Good Girls Guide to Murder by Holly Jackson || ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ || Trigger Warning: animal death, bullying, cheating, death of a parent, drug abuse, murder

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⚔️ Ryan Retribution by Sadie Kincaid || ⭐️⭐️⭐️ || Tropes: bad boys, mafia, forced proximity, age gap, rich hero || Trigger Warning: past abuse, kidnap, violence, physical abuse

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🌹 Caraval by Stephanie Garber || ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ || Tropes: fake dating, one bed, enemies to lovers || Trigger Warnings: abuse by parent, blood, death, murder, violence

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📃 Second Chance Contract by M. Robinson || ⭐️⭐️⭐️ || Tropes: rich hero, second chance, enemies to lovers, age gap

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🎬 Right on Cue by Falon Ballard || ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ || Tropes: enemies to lovers, forced proximity, workplace, celebrity, friends with benefits

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❤️ Runaway Love by Melanie Harlow || ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ || Tropes: single dad, grumpy sunshine, alpha male, small town, enemies to lovers, forbidden love, boss/employee, age gap

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♠️ Legendary by Stephanie Garber || ⭐️⭐️⭐️ || Tropes: love triangle, enemies to lovers, forced proximity || Trigger Warnings: death

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#booktok #books #maywrapup #goodgirlsguidetomurder #hollyjackson #caraval #legendary #stephaniegarber #romance #darkromance

2024/6/3 Edited to

... Read moreMay is a significant month in the literary world as readers often reflect on their reading goals and the books that resonated with them. Among the noteworthy titles this month is 'A Good Girl's Guide to Murder' by Holly Jackson, a gripping mystery that keeps readers on the edge of their seats with its captivating twists and profound themes. The book has garnered widespread acclaim and is celebrated as a modern classic in young adult literature. Additionally, 'Caraval' by Stephanie Garber continues to enchant readers with its richly woven fantasy narrative that blends elements of magic and romance. With tropes such as fake dating and enemies to lovers, this novel captivates those who are fans of immersive world-building. Furthermore, 'Runaway Love' by Melanie Harlow stands out as an exemplary representation of contemporary romance, immersing readers in a tale that explores the complexity of relationships, and showcases the powerful narrative of love conquering all obstacles. Readers seeking emotional depth will find this book particularly rewarding. As the month wraps up, the trending hashtags such as #booktok and #maywrapup serve as a gathering point for readers to share their thoughts and recommendations, emphasizing the vibrant reading community that thrives on platforms like Lemon8. Each of these titles is not just a piece of fiction but a gateway to exploring themes of love, betrayal, growth, and resilience.

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Have you started Finale yet? I started it the other day and it’s REALLY good. But I’m with you Legendary wasn’t as good as Caraval…. But I have a feeling Finale will hook us

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