Love the unexpected? Do you live on the edge of your seat? Whether romance, sci-fi, or fantasy is your go-to genre, these twelve books with good plot twists will have you gasping, screaming, and even needing to put the book down just to process - what on earth has just happened?!
Romance
The Hating Game by Sally Thorne
Enemies to lovers or perhaps just enemies? Sally Thorne ticks all the boxes in this workplace romance, following two coworkers who violently, aggressively, and passionately rival against each other.
Encapsulating sharp, witty banter, you’ll be howling at every single chapter. With Josh’s uptight attitude juxtaposing Lucy’s bright and quirky love, this will be a love story for the ages.
Me Before You by Jojo Moyes
With a whole new generation of readers comes a whole lot more people to traumatize with the art that is Moyes’ storytelling. Playboy Will, a depressed quadriplegic, meets quirky, joyful, and optimistic Louisa.
This story follows two people from opposite worlds as they begin to fall completely and surprisingly in love, and it’s not one you’ll forget. Keep some tissues close by, and be prepared to sob like a baby.
Sci-Fi
Dark Matter by Blake Crouch
An extraordinary novel that will leave you speechless and trembling at the miracle of Crouch’s writing. Meet Jason, an ordinary man from Chicago walking down an ordinary street, ready for an ordinary, quiet evening with his wife and son… Or is it?
This book will have you questioning everything, sitting in a world of confusion about what life is really about and how every decision you make shapes your reality.
The Three-Body Problem by Liu Cixin
A bestselling Chinese sci-fi novel translated into English, Cixin is a fantastic writer who weaves rich Chinese history into this novel. From alien life to military secrets and virtual worlds, The Three-Body Problem is a masterpiece of coinciding small mysteries.
A story for the curious and scientific minds. Not only does it have every element that a good sci-fi book should have, but the questioning of human beliefs in response to other life is completely fascinating, making this an incredible read.
Romantasy
A Court of Thorns and Roses (ACOTAR) by Sarah J. Maas
If you haven’t already read this book by Sarah J. Maas, then where on earth have you been!? When the young girl Feyre kills a wolf in the woods, revenge seems to find its way back to her.
Icy hostility turns to fiery passion from this beast, and a passion burns through Feyre as everything she’s been told unravels in front of her.A Court of Thorns and Roses is an utterly captivating novel with complexly written characters, seductive passion, adventure, and faerie lore.
Serpent & Dove by Shelby Mahurin
A war is one sure way to keep characters at bay from each other, but also one to bring them closer than ever before. This book is filled with suspense, surrounded by incredible world-building and even better characters.
With a witch on the run and a man of the church sworn to hate the former, of course, love has to blossom passionately. You’ll want to read this book in one sitting, so be sure to pick it up and set some time aside on your next lazy Sunday!
Adult Fantasy
The Name of the Wind by Patrick Rothfuss
For lovers of first-person, intimate narratives, this novel will tick all of your boxes and more. From a near-feral orphan in a crime-riddled city to the most notorious wizard in his world, we follow Kvothe as he journeys through the fictional world of Temerant.
Get ready to immerse yourself in rich history, mythology, and culture associated with the fictional world in The Name of the Wind. Filled with cleverly concealed connections and hidden meanings, Rothfuss’s intelligence shines as you read this beautiful story.
The Lies of Locke Lamora by Scott Lynch
Locke Lamora is a complex character, navigating a fictional world with enemies constantly surrounding him. With con artists, the underworld, and complex heists, there’s no shortage of twists and turns in this story.
In Lynch’s debut novel, the blend of suspense and fantasy is remarkable. In my opinion, it's one of the best and most unforgettable debuts out there. With internal references throughout the book, the whole story ties together neatly by the time you turn the last page.
YA Fantasy
The Cruel Prince by Holly Black
The Cruel Prince is another book with incredible and delicate world-building, complex characters, and a strong-willed female lead. Strong emotions flow throughout the story—whether it’s to make you laugh, cry, or finish it all in one evening!
A tense and thrilling novel that includes enemies to lovers, political battles, and witty humor. This young adult fantasy is a must-read, and the plot twists are just too good!
Six of Crows by Leigh Bardugo
Six dangerous outcasts poised together—but at what cost would you risk your life? Bardugo hits the nail on the head once again with an incredible series of novels, all as compelling as the last.
Not only does the history of the Grishaverse feel realistic and accurate, but the characters themselves are also diverse and carry a great deal of individuality. The heart-wrenching personal stories the characters tell make this story what it is. And when you’re done reading Six of Crows, there’s more of the Grishaverse waiting to be explored in Bardugo’s other novels!
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