Is there anything more perfect than the leaves changing in fall? When the rain is hitting the window, you’re curled up on the sofa with a hot cup of coffee and a book in your hand?
Autumn is my favourite season of the year. I love when the weather starts to feel a little crisp. You can start to wear warm jumpers, coats and scarves again. And you have a great excuse to stay inside and read because it’s too cold or raining outside.
With the fall season comes books that are more suited to this time of year than others.
I’ve compiled a list of my favourite books to read in the autumn below.
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17 Books That Make Perfect Reading for Fall
1. Rodham by Curtis Sittenfeld
Rodham by Curtis Sittenfeld imagines an alternate history where Hillary Clinton never marries Bill. Instead, she forges her own path as a prominent public figure, navigating the challenges of power and ambition while crossing paths with Bill throughout her life. The novel blends fiction with real events, exploring the sacrifices and complexities of female ambition in a male-dominated world.
2. Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros
In Fourth Wing, Violet Sorrengail is thrust into the brutal world of Basgiath War College, where she must compete to become a dragon rider despite her frail body. With enemies all around, including the ruthless wingleader Xaden Riorson, survival is a daily struggle. As war looms and secrets unfold, Violet must rely on her wits to survive in a world where the only way out is to graduate—or die.
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3. Magnolia Parks by Jessa Hastings
In Magnolia Parks, a toxic yet magnetic relationship unfolds between London socialite Magnolia and bad-boy BJ Ballentine. Despite constant betrayals and attempts to move on, they always find their way back to each other. As their dysfunctional love frays and secrets emerge, they must confront the question: how many chances at true love do you get in a lifetime?
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4. Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus
Lessons in Chemistry follows Elizabeth Zott, a brilliant chemist in the 1960s who faces sexism at her research institute. After an unexpected turn of events, she becomes a single mother and the star of a popular cooking show, Supper at Six. Her unconventional, science-based approach to cooking inspires women to challenge societal norms, making Elizabeth a revolutionary figure. The novel is witty, insightful, and filled with memorable characters.
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5. The Housemaid by Freida McFadden
In The Housemaid, a woman takes a job with the wealthy Winchester family, hoping for a fresh start. As she cleans their home and cares for their daughter, she notices strange behavior, particularly from Nina Winchester, whose actions grow more unsettling by the day. Drawn to Nina’s seemingly perfect life and husband, she soon finds herself trapped in a web of secrets and manipulation. But the Winchesters don’t know her true identity—or what she’s capable of. This suspenseful thriller is filled with unexpected twists.
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6. Caraval by Stephanie Garber
In Caraval, Scarlett Dragna finally gets a chance to attend the legendary performance she’s always dreamed of, but things take a dark turn when her sister, Tella, is kidnapped by the show’s mastermind, Legend. As the audience competes to find Tella, Scarlett is drawn into a magical and treacherous game where love, deception, and reality blur. She must find her sister before time runs out, or risk losing her forever.
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7. The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller
In The Song of Achilles, Achilles, the greatest of the Greeks, and Patroclus, a shy exiled prince, form a deep, unbreakable bond. Trained by the centaur Chiron, they are drawn into the Trojan War when Achilles seeks glory. As the war unfolds, their love and loyalty are tested by fate, leading to a heartbreaking sacrifice.
8. Things We Never Got Over by Lucy Score
In Things We Never Got Over, bad-boy barber Knox prefers his solitary life, but that changes when Naomi, a runaway bride, arrives in Knockemout, Virginia. After her twin sister steals her car, money, and leaves her with a niece she didn’t know existed, Naomi is stranded in the small, rough town. Despite his aversion to drama, Knox steps in to help, but as Naomi’s troubles grow more dangerous, his plans for a quiet life start to unravel.
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9. November 9 by Colleen Hoover
In November 9, Fallon and Ben meet just before Fallon’s move and spend a day together that inspires Ben’s novel. Their annual meetings continue despite the complexities of their lives, but Fallon begins to question if Ben’s stories are real or just a crafted narrative. As their relationship unfolds, they must confront whether their love story, marked by heartache, is genuine or just a plot twist.
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10. The House in the Cerulean Sea by TJ Klune
The House in the Cerulean Sea follows Linus Baker, a case worker who is sent on a top-secret mission to assess the safety of six extraordinary children at Marsyas Island Orphanage. There, he meets the mysterious caretaker Arthur Parnassus and discovers deep secrets. As Linus grows close to the children, he must decide whether to destroy their home or risk global disaster, all while exploring themes of acceptance and belonging.
11. A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas
In A Court of Thorns and Roses, nineteen-year-old huntress Feyre kills a wolf, only to be taken to a magical land by her vengeful captor, Tamlin, who is actually a faerie. As she adjusts to this new world, her initial hostility towards Tamlin evolves into passionate love. However, an ancient evil threatens the faerie realm, and Feyre must act to save Tamlin and his world from destruction.
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12. Hamnet by Maggie O’Farrell
Hamnet by Maggie O’Farrell explores the emotional impact of the loss of Shakespeare’s son, Hamnet, who died in 1596. Set in 1580s Warwickshire, the novel delves into the life of Agnes, Shakespeare’s wife, whose extraordinary gifts and tragic loss profoundly influence their family. The story brings to light the personal and historical significance behind Shakespeare’s play Hamlet, offering a vivid portrayal of Agnes and her enduring legacy.
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13. The Guest List by Lucy Foley
In The Guest List, a glamorous wedding on a remote Irish island turns deadly when a guest is found dead. With the bride, groom, and their entourage each harbouring hidden resentments and secrets, the celebration devolves into a murder mystery. As tensions rise and motives are revealed, the idyllic event becomes a chilling investigation into who among the guests wished the couple harm.
14. What You Are Looking For is in the Library
In What You Are Looking For Is in the Library, Tokyo’s enigmatic librarian Sayuri Komachi has the unique gift of sensing what each visitor truly needs and recommending the perfect book to guide them. From career dilemmas to personal dreams, the conversations and book choices she makes have transformative effects on her patrons’ lives. This heartwarming novel celebrates the magic of libraries, the power of books, and the importance of community and friendship.
15. A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder by Holly Jackson
In A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder, Pip, a high school senior, reexamines the case of Andie Bell’s murder and her boyfriend Sal Singh’s suicide, which shocked her town years ago. Doubting the official story, Pip investigates for a school project and discovers unsettling secrets that could exonerate Sal. As she digs deeper, she finds herself in danger from someone determined to keep the truth hidden.
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16. A Thousand Boy Kisses by Tillie Cole
In A Thousand Boy Kisses, Rune Kristiansen returns to Blossom Grove, Georgia, eager to understand why Poppy Litchfield, the girl he was deeply connected to, suddenly cut him off two years ago. As he unravels the truth, he faces a heartbreak even deeper than he imagined. This standalone young adult romance explores enduring love and the painful secrets that can shatter it.
17. The Dead Romantics by Ashley Poston
In The Dead Romantics, ghostwriter Florence Day, who has lost faith in love, returns to her hometown for her father’s funeral. There, she finds a ghost—her new editor—who is just as handsome and perplexing as ever. As she deals with her grief and the ghost’s unfinished business, Florence begins to reevaluate her beliefs about love.
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