Come and Get It by Kiley Reid
This book is the definition of ‘just one more chapter at 2am’. It’s witty, it’s insightful, and it brings the drama. It’s a novel about ambition and class, perfect for fans of campus novels that have a bit more depth.
Tropes: Found family, Coming of age, Social satire
The Cinnamon Bun Book Store by Laurie Gilmore
The title sold you, didn’t it? It’s pretty much what it says on the tin: charming small town + bookshops + baked goods = romance. It’s like watching a Hallmark movie, but with more spice, and we’re not complaining.
Tropes: Small town romance, Second chances, Cosy mystery
The Pumpkin Spice Cafe by Laurie Gilmore
If you thought the cinnamon buns were cosy, you ain’t seen nothing yet. Laurie Gilmore (so hard not to type Lorelei!) is back with another sweet story that’s basically Autumn in a book. This one’s about new beginnings, friendship, and finding your place in the world, naturally centred around a quaint autumn-themed café, because of course it is.
Tropes: Fish out of water, Friends to lovers, Seasonal charm