BookTok Recommendations

Heavenly Bodies

by Imani Erriu

This story has all the elements that make for an unforgettable fantasy romance. A cursed heroine, bound by prophecy to fall for a god — a love that could destroy them both. 

Sweeping from the shadowed Kingdom of Night to the glittering yet perilous Kingdom of Light, it’s a tale of political intrigue, awakening magic, and a reluctant alliance with an enemy prince whose past is as dangerous as the gods themselves. 

With high stakes, rich worldbuilding, and a slow-burn, star-crossed romance, it’s the kind of book you’ll think about long after the last page.

The Women

by Kristin Hannah

If you love historical fiction that breaks your heart and mends it in the same breath, this is a must-read. 

Set against the backdrop of the Vietnam War, it follows a young nursing student whose decision to serve changes everything she thought she knew about bravery, sacrifice, and love. 

From the chaos of the battlefield to the struggles of returning home, it’s a deeply moving exploration of resilience and the unshakable bonds of female friendship. 

Powerful, emotional, and unforgettable — it’s the kind of story that lingers.

One Italian Summer

by Rebecca Serle

If you’re looking for a book that blends heartbreak, wanderlust, and a touch of magic, this one will sweep you away.

After losing her mother — her best friend and travel companion — Katy sets off alone to Positano, following the path her mum once walked. 

But amidst the sun-soaked cliffs and sparkling sea, she’s faced with an impossible twist that makes her question everything she thought she knew about love, family, and destiny.

Bittersweet, romantic, and beautifully atmospheric — it’s the kind of story you’ll want to savour with an Aperol Spritz in hand.

One Last Shot

by Betty Cayouette

Glamorous, successful, and constantly in the spotlight, Emerson has everything — except the love she’s been searching for.

 When an old marriage pact reminder pops up on her phone, she sees a chance to reconnect with Theo, her former best friend and the one who got away. Now a sought-after photographer, Theo is shooting a campaign in the dreamy Italian Riviera, and Emerson makes sure she’s the star.

But between the sun-drenched views of Cinque Terre and simmering old tensions, she’s left wondering… is this their second chance at forever, or the final chapter of their story?

Summer Love

by Nancy Thayer

One unforgettable summer. Four strangers. A bond that would last a lifetime.

In the summer of their youth, Ariel, Sheila, Wyatt, and Nick came to Nantucket chasing dreams, adventure, and a taste of freedom. They found friendship, first love, and moments that would change them forever.

 Now, twenty-six years later, they return to the island — older, wiser, but still carrying the hopes and secrets of that magical season. As they reunite at the same old hotel, their children set out to make their own memories, discovering the beauty, risks, and heartbreak of a Nantucket summer. 

A warm, nostalgic story of dreams, friendship, and the ties that bind across generations.

Love Letters to a Serial Killer

by Tasha Coryell

Hannah Wilson is stuck—too heartbroken to text her ex, too afraid to stand up to her new boss who stole her promotion. But she finds a way to channel her anger: writing furious letters to William Thompson, a man imprisoned for the brutal murders of women he once got close to.

Her letters are raw and unforgiving, filled with rage and pain. Then, shockingly, William writes back. What starts as a one-sided tirade becomes a chilling correspondence filled with surprises, pulling Hannah deeper into a web of obsession and doubt.

As their exchanges unfold, Hannah begins to question everything—Is William really the monster the world believes him to be? And more disturbingly, does she want him to be innocent?

Never Lie

by Freida McFadden

Sometimes, uncovering the truth can be deadly… Newlyweds Tricia and Ethan think they’ve found their dream home in a remote manor once owned by Dr. Adrienne Hale, a famous psychiatrist who disappeared without a trace. But when a fierce winter storm traps them inside, the house’s dark secrets start to surface.

While exploring, Tricia discovers a set of old audio tapes from Dr. Hale’s patient sessions. As she listens, terrifying pieces of the past come to light—revealing a chilling chain of events that led to the doctor’s vanishing. With every tape, the mystery deepens, and when Tricia finally reaches the last cassette—the one that holds the full truth—it might already be too late…

From Sunday Times bestseller Freida McFadden, this addictive thriller will have you hooked until the very last page, questioning what really lies beneath the surface.

The Business Trip

by Jessie Garcia

Two women, strangers to each other, board the same plane—each with different lives and reasons for travel.

Three days later, both send identical texts to their friends: they’ve fallen for the mysterious Trent McCarthy and are running away with him.

Then the messages stop. The alarm bells ring. Both women vanish without a trace.

Who’s telling the truth? Who exactly is Trent McCarthy—and what happened to these women? Or did they have a part to play in this disappearance?

A twisting, chilling thriller that will keep you guessing until the very end.