📚 Books to Read After True Colors
Just finished true colors? Here are 5 magical next reads curated just for you:
📘 The Light We Lost by Jill Santopolo
Rating: 4.01 / 5 (73,509 ratings), Published: 2017
When to read it: When you're reflecting on past relationships and the impact they've had on your life.
This poignant love story follows two individuals over the course of 13 years, exploring the enduring power of first love. Just like "True Colors", it delves deep into the complexities of relationships and the choices we make. It's a beautifully written novel that will tug at your heartstrings and make you ponder the paths not taken.
Genres: Romance, Contemporary Fiction, Women's Fiction
After reading: Readers will be left contemplating the unbreakable ties that bind us to our past, the bittersweet nature of love, and the enduring resilience of the human spirit.
📘 Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine by Gail Honeyman
Rating: 4.35 / 5 (634,559 ratings), Published: 2017
When to read it: During moments of self-reflection and when you're seeking a story of healing and self-discovery.
This novel follows the journey of Eleanor Oliphant, a quirky and socially awkward woman who slowly learns to confront her past and rebuild her life. Much like "True Colors", it delves into themes of overcoming trauma, finding connection, and the power of human resilience. It's a heartwarming and insightful read that will stay with you long after you've turned the final page.
Genres: Fiction, Contemporary, Mental Health
After reading: Readers will feel a renewed sense of hope, empathy, and the importance of self-acceptance in the face of life's challenges.
📘 Maybe in Another Life by Taylor Jenkins Reid
Rating: 3.85 / 5 (79,678 ratings), Published: 2015
When to read it: When you're pondering the concept of fate, choices, and the different paths our lives could take.
This novel explores the idea of parallel universes and follows the story of Hannah Martin, who faces a pivotal decision that branches her life into two alternate realities. Like "True Colors", it delves into the intricacies of decision-making, the impact of choices on our lives, and the enduring power of love and friendship. It's a thought-provoking and emotionally resonant read that will leave you contemplating the possibilities of destiny.
Genres: Fiction, Contemporary, Romance
After reading: Readers will be left reflecting on the paths not taken, the serendipitous nature of life, and the deep connections that shape our journey.
📘 The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah
Rating: 4.57 / 5 (633,255 ratings), Published: 2015
When to read it: When you're in need of a powerful and moving WWII historical fiction with strong female protagonists.
Set in Nazi-occupied France, this novel tells the gripping and emotional story of two sisters who embark on separate paths of resistance during World War II. Like "True Colors", it explores themes of courage, sacrifice, and the unbreakable bonds of family. It's a beautifully written tale of love, survival, and the strength of the human spirit in the face of adversity.
Genres: Historical Fiction, War, Women's Fiction
After reading: Readers will experience a profound sense of admiration for the resilience of the human spirit, a deeper appreciation for the sacrifices made during wartime, and the enduring power of familial love.
📘 The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid
Rating: 4.30 / 5 (313,725 ratings), Published: 2017
When to read it: When you're in the mood for a captivating and glamorous story that unravels the complexities of identity and love.
This novel follows the tumultuous life of Hollywood icon Evelyn Hugo as she reveals the truth behind her seven marriages to a young journalist. Much like "True Colors", it delves into the intricacies of relationships, the public perception versus personal reality, and the price of fame. It's a riveting and emotionally charged narrative that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end.
Genres: Fiction, Historical Fiction, LGBT
After reading: Readers will gain a deeper understanding of the complexities of love, fame, and the weight of the past on shaping our present selves.