High-rated picks from deeper in the archive—books that deserve more attention, across genres and moods.
#1 hidden gem
Gardiner Harris's "No More Tears" represents a meticulously researched and deeply compelling investigative expose of Johnson & Johnson, transforming what could have been a dry corporate narrative into a gripping exploration of systemic phar…
#2 hidden gem
Jefferson Fisher's "The Next Conversation" is a transformative guide to communication that transcends typical self-help rhetoric. By distilling complex interpersonal dynamics into practical, actionable strategies, Fisher offers readers a co…
#3 hidden gem
Prepare to be swept into a world where secrets are survival and magic comes with a dangerous price. Isabel Gallagher's story is a thrilling blend of supernatural tension and romantic intrigue that keeps you guessing from the first page. Wh…
#4 hidden gem
Immersed in the timeless allure of flowing waters and storytelling, Elif Shafak's "There Are Rivers in the Sky" skillfully interweaves three seemingly unrelated lives that span generations and continents. This expansive work delves into mod…
#5 hidden gem
An innovative and original take on the process of habit formation is presented in "Atomic Habits" by James Clear, a revolutionary manual for self-improvement. In his persuasive argument, Clear argues that "atomic habits"—i.e., little, gradu…
#6 hidden gem
Rex Ogle's debut novel-in-verse "When We Ride" offers a raw and nuanced exploration of friendship, moral complexity, and survival in a challenging urban landscape. Through the eyes of Diego Benevides, Ogle crafts a propulsive narrative that…
#7 hidden gem
Suzanne Collins returns to the brutal world of Panem with "Sunrise on the Reaping," a compelling prequel that explores the origins of Haymitch Abernathy's journey during the 50th Hunger Games. This novel offers a profound examination of sur…
#8 hidden gem
The terrifyingly realistic and well-researched "Nuclear War: A Scenario" by Annie Jacobsen examines one of the worst existential dangers that humanity faces. This riveting story takes readers on a terrifying adventure through the crucial mi…
#9 hidden gem
Frances "Frankie" McGrath is a young volunteer nurse in Kristin Hannah's "The Women," a moving and compelling look at the Vietnam War era. A narrative that is both personal and expansive, Hannah skillfully interweaves the horrors of war wit…
#10 hidden gem
Following up on the events of "The Procedure," Margaret Belle's "The Hunter's Wife" takes readers on yet another fascinating adventure alongside the Allen twins. Belle's mastery of narrative builds a complicated tale that masterfully combin…
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