Five Books Perfect For Fall

October 14th, 2015 Kimberly Feature 94 Comments

14th Oct

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Fall is the perfect time for snuggling up under a blanket with a hot beverage and good book. Today I am sharing five books perfect for Fall. Grab your comfy sweats, fluffy socks and favorite blanket. Don’t forget your coffee or caffeinated beverage.  Curl up and enjoy!

 

The first book I am sharing will whisk you off to a magical world as the trees begin to lose their leaves…

Five Books Perfect For Fall
Persuasion
by Martina Boone
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Grieving the death of her godfather and haunted by her cousin Cassie’s betrayal, Barrie returns from a trip to San Francisco to find the Watson plantation under siege. Ghost-hunters hope to glimpse the ancient spirit who sets the river on fire each night, and reporters chase rumors of a stolen shipment of Civil War gold that may be hidden at Colesworth Place. The chaos turns dangerous as Cassie hires a team of archeologists to excavate beneath the mansion ruins. Because more is buried there than treasure. A stranger filled with magic arrives at Watson’s Landing claiming that the key to the Watson and Beaufort gifts—and the Colesworth curse—also lies beneath the mansion. With a mix of threats and promises, the man convinces Barrie and Cassie to cast a spell there at midnight. But what he conjures may have deadly consequences. While Barrie struggles to make sense of the escalating peril and her growing and forbidden feelings for Eight Beaufort, it’s impossible to know whom to trust and what to fight for—Eight or herself. Millions of dollars and the fate of the founding families is at stake. Now Barrie must choose between what she feels deep in her heart and what will keep Watson’s Landing safe in this stunning addition to a series filled with “decadent settings, mysterious magic, and family histories rife with debauchery”

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Next up is a science fiction novel that blew my mind. This is a book/series that I recommend daily….

Five Books Perfect For Fall
Red Rising
by Pierce Brown
Series: Red Rising #1
Genres: Fantasy
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Rating: One StarOne StarOne StarOne StarHalf a Star

Darrow is a miner and a Red, a member of the lowest caste in the color-coded society of the future. Like his fellow Reds, he digs all day, believing that he and his people are making the surface of the planet livable for future generations. Darrow has never seen the sky. Yet he spends his life willingly, knowing that his blood and sweat will one day result in a better future for his children. But Darrow and his kind have been betrayed. Soon he discovers that humanity already reached the surface generations ago. Vast cities and sprawling parks spread across the planet. Darrow and Reds like him are nothing more than slaves to a decadent ruling class. Inspired by a longing for justice, and driven by the memory of lost love, Darrow joins a resistance group in order to infiltrate the ruling class and destroy society from within. He will stop at nothing to bring down his enemies... even if it means he has to become one of them to do so.

2014 FAV ADDICTIVE fantasy FED-THE-NERD scifi

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How about a little horror next. Snuggle up but remember to turn on the bathroom light….

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Up next is a psychological thriller you are sure to enjoy…

Five Books Perfect For Fall
You
by Caroline Kepnes
Series: You #1
Narrator: Santino Fontana
Length: 11 hrs and 6 mins
Genres: Suspense Thriller
Source: Purchase
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Rating: One StarOne StarOne StarOne StarOne Star
Narration: 4 cups

When a beautiful, aspiring writer strides into the East Village bookstore where Joe Goldberg works, he does what anyone would do: he Googles the name on her credit card. There is only one Guinevere Beck in New York City. She has a public Facebook account and Tweets incessantly, telling Joe everything he needs to know: she is simply Beck to her friends, she went to Brown University, she lives on Bank Street, and she’ll be at a bar in Brooklyn tonight—the perfect place for a “chance” meeting. As Joe invisibly and obsessively takes control of Beck’s life, he orchestrates a series of events to ensure Beck finds herself in his waiting arms. Moving from stalker to boyfriend, Joe transforms himself into Beck’s perfect man, all while quietly removing the obstacles that stand in their way—even if it means murder. A terrifying exploration of how vulnerable we all are to stalking and manipulation, debut author Caroline Kepnes delivers a razor-sharp novel for our hyper-connected digital age. You is a compulsively readable page-turner that’s being compared to Gone Girl, American Psycho, and Stephen King’s Misery.

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And for those who want to snuggle up with a romance….

Five Books Perfect For Fall
The Coincidence of Coconut Cake
by Amy E. Reichert
Genres: Contemporary Romance, Women's Fiction
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Rating: One StarOne StarOne StarOne StarHalf a Star
Heat Level: One FlameOne Flame

YOU'VE GOT MAIL meets HOW TO EAT A CUPCAKE in this delightful novel about a talented chef and the food critic who brings down her restaurant—whose chance meeting turns into a delectable romance of mistaken identities. In downtown Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Lou works tirelessly to build her beloved yet struggling French restaurant, Luella’s, into a success. She cheerfully balances her demanding business and even more demanding fiancé…until the morning she discovers him in the buff—with an intern. Witty yet gruff British transplant Al is keeping himself employed and entertained by writing scathing reviews of local restaurants in the Milwaukee newspaper under a pseudonym. When an anonymous tip sends him to Luella’s, little does he know he’s arrived on the worst day of the chef’s life. The review practically writes itself: underdone fish, scorched sauce, distracted service—he unleashes his worst. The day that Al’s mean-spirited review of Luella’s runs, the two cross paths in a pub: Lou drowning her sorrows, and Al celebrating his latest publication. As they chat, Al playfully challenges Lou to show him the best of Milwaukee and she’s game—but only if they never discuss work, which Al readily agrees to. As they explore the city’s local delicacies and their mutual attraction, Lou’s restaurant faces closure, while Al’s column gains popularity. It’s only a matter of time before the two fall in love…but when the truth comes out, can Lou overlook the past to chase her future? Set in the lovely, quirky heart of Wisconsin, THE COINCIDENCE OF COCONUT CAKE is a charming love story of misunderstandings, mistaken identity, and the power of food to bring two people together.

 

Whatever you choose to read Fall is the perfect time to snuggle up with a good read, unwind and lose yourself in a story.

 

What Books Do You Recommend For Fall?

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Kimberly is a coffee loving book addict who reads and listens to fictional stories in all genres. Whovian, Ravenclaw, Howler and proud Nonna. She owns and manages Caffeinated PR. The coffee is always on and she is ready to chat. BlueSky | Facebook | Instagram

94 Responses to “Five Books Perfect For Fall”

  1. Olivia

    Thanks for these recommendations! I have some of them on my TBR, like YOU, and also Red Rising. I had never heard of the Anne Rice book though, so it was nice to learn about that one.

  2. kara-karina

    OMG, I need to read the last one! Love books with chefs 🙂 I recently read A Bollywood Affair by Sonali Dev which was charming, and Heir Untamed by Danielle Bourdon (a freebie on Amazon) which had a great autumn feel to it plus it was about some obscure Eastern European royalty.

  3. Vickie

    If I keep reading your blog my TBR pile will fill up an entire room!!!!!!

  4. Deborah

    The only one I’ve read on your list is ‘You’ which I enjoyed.

    I LOVE the title of ‘The Coincidence of Coconut Cake’ though… I’d almost choose to read that solely based on its title.

  5. Lorna

    You sounds really good for this time of the year to me. I am listening to Dannika Dark’s Mageri Series now-already read them all, but always recommend them to anyone that will listen to me! Perfect for this time of the year or anytime 🙂

    • kimbacaffeinate

      It was really good and there is a second book coming out in early 2016. i shall check out that series Lorna, thanks for the suggestion 🙂

  6. Sarah

    Oohh so many of these are on my TBR list! I really need to read Red Rising and You! I’m not the biggest Rice fan, but she does write some halloween-ish reads 🙂

  8. Lexxie

    I’ve already read Red Rising, and I agree with you! It’s the perfect book for fall (or any other time of the year, really) 🙂
    I’m not familiar with the other books you mentioned, but I’ll be sure to check them out, Kim. Thanks for sharing.

  9. Christy

    I agree 100% with You and Red Rising. I haven’t read the others, so I suppose I shall take your recommendations into consideration.

  12. Sharon

    Oh I do love Anne Rice and it’s been way too long since I’ve picked up one of her books. Great recommendations Kimberley.

  13. Bea

    I want to try the Kepnes book, it looks good. I’m not a seasonal reader usually but now and then I get in the mood for something seasonal. Mostly I’m a mood reader. 🙂

  15. Kathy

    These are great choices! You definitely creeped me out and was 5 stars for me, too. The Coincidence of Coconut Cake – loved it! Red Rising has been on my Kindle forever. One of these days, I WILL read that book!

  16. Jennifer

    Red Rising by Pierce Brown is on my TBR and like I’ve said before the cover of The Coincidence of Coconut Cake by Amy E. Reichert has me wanting to try it for the cake alone. LOL

  17. Melissa (Books and Things)

    Oh I so need to start Red Rising! I also need to start the Coincidence of Coconut Cake. I also associate Ann Rice with Fall. I think it seems to be fall whenever I started one of her series.

  18. Kathryn

    A book you recommend is always one I need to check up on to see if its a fit for me! I have The Coincidence of Coconut Cake on my bookshelf awaiting reading. I am sure it will do nicely for Spring too!

  19. Heidi

    Fantastic list. I have read them all but Red Rising and You and I have copies of both. Hope to get them worked in soon. I love Witching Hour! Fantastic book.

  20. Maureen Beatrice

    This looks like a great list Kimberly. I especially love the sound of the first two books ‘Persuasion’ and ‘Red Rising’. The covers look great and the book description sounds awesome. I need to put them on my TBR.. and probably the first book in The Heirs of Watson Island series too.
    The books I still like to read the most when the weather gets colder and the day shorter are.. Harry Potter. I’ve read them so many times… but this time of year I just feel the urge to read them even more.

  22. Dreams

    The only one of those that I’ve heard of was Red Rising. It’s been on my TBR for a while now. But if you are saying you recommend it daily, then I guess I need to move it up the list pretty quickly. Especially considering I own it.

  25. Sophia Rose

    LOL! Three of the five are on my reading pile already thanks to you. I am enjoying an anthology right now that I think would make a good fall read. Dark Secrets: A Paranormal Noir Anthology by Rachel Caine…

  27. Kristin

    I have never heard of The Witching Hour! Why is this new to me??? I’ll have to check it out b/c it must be an oldie but a goodie 😉

  29. LuAnn Braley

    Hey, I’ve even read one of those! *lol* The rest are going on GoodReads.

    In re the first confirmation below, I am caffeinated, but my blood cannot be measured in octane yet, so I’m going back for another cup!

  32. Laurel-Rain Snow

    Ooh, great looking books! I already have You…in the Cloud…I started it and set it aside. Time to pull it out?

    And I’ve been ogling The Coincidence of Coconut Cake…I love anything coconut. LOL

    Thanks!

  33. Becca

    I have been meaning to read You for a while now-it looks really good! This is a great idea for a post, I think I might need to do a Fall Reads post on my blog too 🙂 Maybe a spooky Halloween one 🙂

  34. Angela

    I have been eyeing Persuasion but I wasn’t sure if I would like it.

    I read a lot of paranormals and historicals in the fall.

  36. Christine

    Red Rising is an upcoming pick for my book club — technically not until December, but I think I may pick it up a little early 🙂

  37. Jenny

    I NEED to read The Red Rising books Kim! I know I’m going to love them:) I’ve heard such amazing things about You too, but work has been cutting into my reading time and I haven’t been able to read anything outside of my review books. Hopefully around the holidays!!!!

    • kimbacaffeinate

      What? I cannot be hearing you right. You haven’t met Darrow in Red Rising yet?!? Eep Jenny. You are going to be kicking yourself when you do.

  38. kindlemom1

    A huge YES to all of these, okay I haven’t read the Rice one yet but I do know her books are outstanding and I trust your judgment. 😉

  39. Maggie

    Kim I totally agree about Red Rising being a perfect fall read, I am yet to read the others, a good time to add them to the never ending reading pile. Thanks for sharing!

  40. Katherine

    Would you believe I’ve never read Anne Rice? I’ve just never picked up one of her books. I really want to read The Coincidence of Coconut Cake and Persuasion has me interested with all the mentions of archaeologists and ruined mansions and I’m curious to see how that works in another world. Great list!

  41. Aubrey Wynne

    Oh these look great. The coconut cake made me hungry and reminded of my mother-in-law. I made it for her every year on her birthday. And I haven’t read Anne Rice in years.

  42. Melanie Simmons

    I read The Witching Hour years ago and loved it. Now I want to revisit it on audio. I’ve heard great things about Red Rising, but haven’t started that series yet. I’ll have to check out the others.

  43. Cynthia

    You was SO GOOD!!! I am so looking forward to the sequel coming out next year. I have had Red Rising on my Kindle for the longest time, but haven’t read it yet. Hopefully I can get to it soon. Great recommendations!

  44. Trish

    I was never a seasonal reading pre blogging but now I am! I think The Heirs of Watson Island would be for me as I like the sound of the setting. And the family histories!

  45. Ramona

    What a lovely, lovely list, Kimba! I just added the first book of The Heirs of Watson Island, I think I’m going to have a blast with that. Recs? Something Wicked This Way Comes, of course 🙂 I’m also reading The Fifth Season by N.K. Jimisin right now, and I’ve got to say it’s kind of mind-blowing. And I just finished Six of Crows – hard to get into, but well worth the effort. Have you read it yet? Have an awesome Wednesday!

  46. melliane

    I only know about the second and last one as I saw a few reviews about them but I didn’t know about the others. To see.