This was my first book by Christina Lauren, the pen name of the 2 authors, Christina Hobbs and Lauren Billings. The story revolves around Liam, a reserved heir of a grocery chain and his ex, a free spirited woman named Anna.

The Paris Roommates is a series that has “Emily in Paris” vibes with a cast of characters similar to the tv show, “Friends.” The series follows the stories of 6 friends and roommates who last spent their time in France working at Nadine’s restaurant, years ago. They are reunited and back in France to help Nadine again after an unfortunate incident.

Wild: From Lost to Found on the Pacific Crest Trail by Cheryl Strayed is an emotionally gripping and inspiring memoir that delves into the depths of human resilience and transformation. At 26 years old, reeling from the death of her mother, the disintegration of her family, and the dissolution of her young marriage, Strayed makes the impulsive decision to hike more than a thousand miles of the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) alone. With no prior long-distance hiking experience, Strayed's journey is both a physical challenge and an emotional pilgrimage.

Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill was published in 1937 after two decades of research into the success habits of over forty millionaires. This research started as a challenge from steel magnate Andrew Carnegie, leading Hill to formulate 13 principles that he believed were the blueprint for personal and financial achievement. The book emphasizes the power of personal beliefs and the importance of a positive mental attitude, proposing that success begins with the mind and a fervent desire.

"The Big Leap: Conquer Your Hidden Fear and Take Life to the Next Level" by Gay Hendricks is a transformative self-help book that delves into the concept of limiting beliefs and how they prevent individuals from achieving their full potential. Hendricks' work is centered around the idea that people have an internal thermostat setting that determines the amount of love, success, and creativity they allow themselves to enjoy. When they reach this upper limit, they sabotage themselves, thereby preventing further success or happiness. Hendricks calls this the "Upper Limit Problem.

Happy Place by Emily Henry follows the story of Harriet and Wyn, a once-loving couple who have recently broken up. Despite their split, they decide to keep their breakup a secret and pretend to still be together during their annual weeklong vacation with their friends. This vacation at a cherished summer house has always been their “happy place.” It is a retreat filled with fond memories and traditions.

The People We Meet on Vacation by Emily Henry weaves a tale of friendship, love, and the complexities that come with evolving relationships over time. The book features Poppy and Alex, who are best friends with contrasting personalities. Poppy is the ever-optimistic and adventurous spirit. Alex is the cautious and thoughtful soul. Their bond is cemented through an annual tradition of summer vacations. Each trip is a testament to their deep connection and the memories they cherish.

"You Are a Badass: How to Stop Doubting Your Greatness and Start Living an Awesome Life" by Jen Sincero is a motivational self-help book that encourages readers to embrace their inner power, overcome self-doubt, and pursue the life they desire.

The Idea of You by Robinne Lee centers around Solène Marchand, a sophisticated 39-year-old art gallery owner and single mother, who finds herself unexpectedly entangled in a romance with Hayes Campbell, a 20-year-old pop idol from the world’s most famous boy band. This relationship sparks at a concert and meet-and-greet event Solène attends with her daughter, setting the stage for a deeply emotional and controversial love story.

Regretting You by Colleen Hoover is a poignant and emotionally rich novel that delves into the complexities of family, love, and the intricacies of human relationships. Hoover is known for her ability to craft deeply moving stories. This novel stands out for its exploration of the mother-daughter dynamic, set against the backdrop of tragedy and the challenges of coming to terms with painful truths.

Beach Read by Emily Henry stands out in the realm of contemporary romance with its clever narrative and deep emotional undercurrents. The novel centers around January Andrews, a once hopeful romance writer facing personal disillusionment, and Augustus Everett, a literary fiction author with a penchant for the darker sides of storytelling. Neighbors for the summer, they embark on a challenge that pushes both to explore unfamiliar literary territories: January will try her hand at literary fiction, while Gus attempts a romance novel.

Things We Never Got Over is the first book of the Knockemount series by Lucy Score. Knockemount is a fictional place in Northern Virginia where the story takes place with a whole lot of small town and southern charm. It’s also aptly named as the Morgan brothers enjoy knocking each other out and fighting it out. The citizens are feisty and seem to live by a similar philosophy as the Morgan brothers. I enjoyed this book and would recommended if you’re a romance novel reader and fan of charming small towns where everyone knows your business. It would be great if Knockemount was a real place so I could visit.

The Universe Has Your Back is a self-help book by Gabrielle Bernstein. I enjoyed the book as I am always looking for ways to improve myself and be a better person to those around me.  If I learn one new thing from a book, I feel it is money only worth spent. I will devour self-help books pretty quickly. This book being no exception with completing in a few days!

In Five Years is a compelling and emotional contemporary fiction novel written by Rebecca Serle. The book takes readers on a journey through friendship, love, loss, and self-discovery, delving into the complexities of fate and the unexpected turns life can take.

It Ends with Us is a powerful and emotionally charged contemporary fiction novel written by Colleen Hoover. This gripping story explores themes of love, strength, resilience, and the complexities of domestic abuse, making it a truly unforgettable reading experience. It is also in the process of being filmed so it will hit the theaters soon.

This is one book you hear a lot about but you don’t know what you are missing until you read it for yourself.  It’s a book that’s been around for a while but it still does very well and is still relevant to todays world. Being an avid reader, I have heard of this book from other authors even these authors quoting from Mr. Carnegie’s book. This is not just a tell all about what to do but it leads by example. Story after story about the great tycoons and men from history. I learned some stories about these leaders that I didn’t even know about. These stories are not only educational supporting his principles he teaches but also entertaining. This is not just a book to read if you are in the business world or in a leadership role but everyone can benefit from this book. It does help as a social experiment and how to relate to others. Let’s face it, we all can use the help we can get when we are handling people and make our relationships, be they personal or professional, better. Dealing with people is not an easy feat.