October Reads

📚 Then She Was Gone by Lisa Jewell

📚 Play Nice by Rachel Harrison

📚 Regretting You by Colleen Hoover

📚 The 31st Trick -or- Treater by Ben Farthing

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2025/11/8 Edited to

... Read moreOctober is a perfect time for immersive reading, especially with books that suit the mood of the season. Lisa Jewell’s "Then She Was Gone," a New York Times bestseller, offers unexpected twists that keep readers hooked until the last page. Many find themselves pleasantly surprised by the unpredictability of the plot, which balances mystery and emotional depth. Rachel Harrison’s "Play Nice" delivers a spooky haunted house story that perfectly fits October’s eerie atmosphere. It’s praised as a perfect read for fans of thriller and suspense genres struggling to find a chilling yet engaging novel for the fall. Colleen Hoover’s "Regretting You," a USA Today bestseller, combines humor and sadness, creating a powerful narrative about family dynamics with an ending that resonates deeply with readers. Its ability to handle serious themes with a touch of levity makes it an evocative and heartfelt read. Ben Farthing’s "The 31st Trick -or- Treater" offers a unique concept with its format resembling a little advent calendar of stories. This encourages readers to savor the experience bit by bit, making it ideal for October—a month of anticipation leading up to Halloween. For readers looking to enhance their October book list, these titles not only deliver diverse genres but also provide emotional and thrilling experiences. Whether you’re looking for mystery, suspense, emotional family stories, or creative formats, these books are great picks. Exploring communities with hashtags like #octoberbooks, #bookrecs, and #booksoflemon8 can also offer personalized recommendations and engaging discussions to complement your reading journey this fall.