Fall is here and alive at VCU. This one is for you if you’re like me and love to save books for specific seasons to read to make the most out of them. Below are the books to read this fall that have the perfect fall vibes.
- “The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue” by V.E. Schwab
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If you loved the plot of the “Age of Adaline” then this is the perfect book for you. “The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue” is about a young girl named Addie who makes a deal with one of the gods, Luc, to live forever and be forgotten by every single person she meets. Her life becomes one filled with countless stories and journeys as an immortal person until one day, she encounters someone who remembers her the next day, bringing her hope that her curse can be broken.
I loved this book because of the concept and the characters. The book is mainly set in New York City during fall and winter, thus making it the perfect book to settle in and immerse yourself in.
- “The Atlas Six” by Olivie Blake
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“The Atlas Six” follows six magicians selected to be initiated into the Alexandrian Society, a society for only the most powerful of magicians. The only catch? Only five will be selected with the sixth member being eliminated.
This book is pure dark academia. When reading it the first time, the writing style was hard for me to comprehend so it took me a while to even understand what was going on. The characters are interesting and all have unique arcs. This is a book you want to read twice to truly understand. The dark academic vibes within this book make it the perfect fall book to read.
- “Frankenstein” by Mary Shelley
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If you love classics, then “Frankenstein” is the perfect spooky read that fits the fall weather. “Frankenstein” is a classic chronicling the experiment of Dr. Frankenstein and his creation of the “Monster.” I first read the entire book in my senior year of high school and instantly fell in love. I was hesitant on reading classics in the first place since I was not sure if I could comprehend the writing style in the first place. But, “Frankenstein” is an easy read and a great place to start for anyone wanting to read classics and get into the fall vibes.
- “Little Women” by Louisa May Alcott
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Another classic without the creepy or incestuous vibes of “Frankenstein” is “Little Women” by Louisa May Alcott. If you loved any of the film adaptations, then try reading the book. It’s the perfect warm and cozy book to read during fall weather. The book is easy to comprehend as well for a classic. If you’re trying to get into the classics, this is also a perfect place to start for you.
- “Cemetery Boys” by Aiden Thomas
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“Cemetery Boys” is a mix of spookiness and romance. It’s a coming-of-age story following Yadriel on Dia de Los Muertos as he becomes determined to prove himself as a real brujo to his family. With his cousin Martizel, they set out to summon the ghost of his murdered cousin but end up accidentally summoning troubled teen Julian Diaz. Together, the three of them take on a journey to determine what happened to Julian. This book is a perfect fall romance that I thoroughly enjoyed. The characters, plot and romance were all a 10/10.
- “Six of Crows” by Leigh Bardugo
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Leigh Bardugo is one of my favorite authors, so this recommendation may be a little biased. “Six of Crows” follows six teens as they set out to enact the ultimate heist of the century. It’s a fantasy novel set in the city of Ketterdam. If you love reading about heists, romance, found family or angsty troubled teens then this book is for you. It has also been adapted into a Netflix series called “Shadow and Bone.”
