Hidden Gems You Need To Read
Today I thought I would share some of the books that I think need a little more love. I’ve been thinking recently about all the books that I love that just not many people know about.
So for this, I went to my Goodreads and sorted my ‘read’ books by the number of ratings they have. From there I went back and choose books with less than 1000 ratings. For perspective, the most reviewed book that I have read has 5,631,827 ratings. I tried it mix up some of the ones that I have chosen here, but I am not going to lie, a lot of them are romance books. I also tried to make sure that the books I’ve chosen have been published.
Anyway here we go, like always these are in no particular order.
Circus Hearts Series by Ellie Marney: You should know by now how much I love Ellie’s work. They are books that I am always recommending. So when I saw her new series on my list, I knew I needed to include it. A mix of crime, romance and set at a circus this series is a must read. The protagonists and characters of each book are amazing and grab me every time. You never know what is coming next either and that is what makes it fantastic.
This Beats Perfect by Rebecca Denton: I was totally taken away when I first read this one. I didn’t think I was going to like it as much as I did. But let me tell you. I finished it in a couple of hours. It was fun, addicting and put a smile on my face. It explores the notions of finding yourself, loving what you do and finding those who will stand by you. It’s about family, friendship and those you love | Full Review.
Inked (Sailor’s Grave #2) by Drew Elyse: If you didn’t you know already I love tattoos so that immediately caught my eye with this series. Inked is an intriguing, suspenseful story that keeps the reader hooked from the start. The romance between Jess and Braden is full of chemistry and adds so much to the book. I loved how much the MC had a part in this one and I adored that they cared so much about Jess, she is family. Inked explores the notion of falling in love, hurt and learning to trust others. If you love an intense plot, addicting romance, and a great world. If you are looking for a new romance read, then this is for you.
Taking the Ice (Ice #3) by Jennifer Comeaux: Now I really enjoy this whole series, but this one here has to be my favourite. It’s a fun, emotional series that includes figure skating! It’s all about believing in yourself, the ones you love and letting go. The characters are intense but amazing and I love reading anything by Jennifer Comeaux.
Who’s Afraid? (Tommi Grayson #1) by Maria Lewis: If you are looking for a new urban fantasy that is totally different from anything that you’ve read before – then pick this up. With a fantastic, rich protagonist that has been and goes through a hell of a lot. It’s fierce, captivating and addicting. Who’s Afraid is not for the faint-hearted, it’s gruesome and there are deaths all over the place, but it’s an enthralling urban fantasy novel that takes you on a flight of the supernatural, death and romance. This is a hidden gem for sure
Game On (Lewis Creek #2) by Michelle Smith: If you love sports romances, then pick this book up. This hidden gem is a fantastic dual pov narrative that has a slow burn, friends to more romance that literally torn at my heart. In this small town nothing can stay a secret long, so you know things are bound to happen.
Point of Origin (Legacy 0.5) by Rebecca Yarros: I adored this series by Rebecca Yarros. If you want some hot firefighters that have romances that like to tear you into little pieces then pick this book up. They may only be novella’s but they sure like to pack a punch. I’ve loved pretty much anything that Rebecca Yarros writes, so if you want to read anything from you – then do.
The Love That I Have by James Moloney: The Love That I Have is a very confronting novel, it explores a different side of WWII that we don’t let see a lot. And I really enjoy it. But gosh this novel is brutal. Told through the letters and lift of Morgot Braumann and Dieter Kleinschmidt the story of life at Sachsenhausen concentration camp and WWII are told.
Frankie by Shivaun Plozza: This brilliant debut novel for Shivaun Plozza that captured my heart. It’s a story of heartbreak, belonging, finding yourself and what it is to be a family. It captures Melbourne as Melbourne from the language to the setting, it brings to light that sometimes when you think that you are alone, you are not alone and all that you need to do is let them in. Frankie by Shivaun Plozza is a must read.
The Yearbook Committee by Sarah Ayoub: An enchanting novel, you will be torn apart and put together over and over again. The Yearbook Committee follows five very different students as they come together to complete the yearbook for the end of year 12. This book is full of friendships, breakdowns, romance, family and everything else. It is such an intense book, that I could not put it down.
And that is it for this post! I have loved every one of them and they totally deserve more love. A fair few of these are #LoveOzYA and that is upsetting. I love my books by Australian authors and I want more people to them too. Have you read any of these? Are you planning on to? What did you think? Let’s Chat!
