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Book recs 📚✨💌

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These are some of my favourite books as an avid book reader. I enjoy both fiction and non-fiction.
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Fiction book recs

My favourite fiction books
 
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THE MOST BEAUTIFULLY WRITTEN BOOK. Heartbreaking with a bitter-sweet ending. My favourite book of all time. Quote from the book: "Like a compass needle points north, a man's accusing finger always finds a woman."
A Thousand Splendid Suns - Books
 
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A Greek mythology re-telling from Ariadne's point of view. Was way better than I expected.
Ariadne: The Mesmerising Sunday Times Bestselling
 
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A quick and relaxing read. I found it a quite unique read too. Really enjoyed! ✨
Before the Coffee Gets Cold (Book 1)
 
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Another very beautifully written book by Khaled Hussain. He never misses.
And the Mountains Echoed - Books
 
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It's 1922, and the Bolsheviks have just taken power of the newly formed Soviet Union. The book follows the Count for the next thirty years as he is confined in Metropol hotel.
A Gentleman in Moscow
 
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Great dystopian classic I studied in my English literature course.
Brave New World | Summary, Context, & Reception
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Self-help books

I've read quite a few self-help books but I'm only adding the ones I think made a real difference in my life.
 
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Changed how I view myself and the importance of living by principles of values
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People
 
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Changed how I view money
Rich Dad Poor Dad: What the Rich Teach Their Kids
 
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Before reading this book I thought it was going to be gimmicky but it was actually great. Planning on re-reading it.
The Mountain Is You: Transforming Self-Sabotage
 
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One of the first self help books i read and it left a big impression on me - still think about it years later!
The Tipping Point: How Little Things Can Make
 
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This book helped me understand the importance of early childhood experiences and good parenting.
The Social Animal: A Story of How Success Happens
 
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For understanding your irrational, sabotaging behaviour
The Chimp Paradox: Mind Management
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Fantasy book recs ✨

 
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Fantasy/ enemies to lovers. Islamic and Ancient Arabia inspirations. Strong female protagonist.
We Hunt the Flame: 1 (Sands of Arawiya) - Books
 
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A fun fantasy. "Vow your blood and body to the empire. Keep your heart for yourself."
An Ember in the Ashes: 1 : Tahir, Sabaa