Minnie's Fiction Addiction

Welcome back to What to Read Wednesday! Whether you’re craving heart-racing thrillers, swoon-worthy romances, or mind-bending sci-fi, I’ve got you covered. Here’s a curated list of book recommendations across a variety of genres — so grab your favourite drink, curl up in your reading nook, and let’s find your next page-turner!

✨ Fiction

Book: Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin
A beautifully written novel about friendship, creativity, and the power of video games. It’s heartwarming, nostalgic, and thought-provoking all at once.

📜 Classics

Book: Rebecca by Daphne du Maurier
Atmospheric, suspenseful, and gorgeously written, Rebecca is the ultimate gothic classic with romance, mystery, and psychological tension. “Last night I dreamt I went to Manderley again…”

🚀 Sci-Fi

Book: Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir
An exhilarating space survival story with clever science, high-stakes tension, and an unforgettable alien encounter. Fans of The Martian will love it.

💖 Romance

Book: Book Lovers by Emily Henry
A witty, feel-good romance between two rivals in the publishing world. It’s packed with banter, charm, and heartfelt moments.

🐉 Fantasy

Book: The Priory of the Orange Tree by Samantha Shannon
An epic standalone fantasy filled with dragons, powerful queens, forbidden magic, and richly imagined world-building. It’s perfect for fans of sprawling, character-driven sagas and offers a fresh feminist take on dragon lore.

👻 Horror

Book: The Last House on Needless Street by Catriona Ward
A haunting, twisty tale with unreliable narrators and a creeping sense of dread. It’s the kind of book that stays under your skin.

🔪 Thriller

Book: The Paris Library by Janet Skeslien Charles
A thrilling blend of historical intrigue and suspense, set in Nazi-occupied Paris — perfect for fans of wartime mysteries and hidden secrets.

🕵️ Crime

Book: The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman
A delightfully witty murder mystery featuring a group of retirees who solve crimes — smart, funny, and totally charming.

📖 Non-Fiction

Book: The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel
A brilliant exploration of human behaviour and money, packed with timeless wisdom and engaging storytelling.

🪐 Bonus Genre: Historical Fiction

Book: The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah
An unforgettable story of two sisters in Nazi-occupied France, full of sacrifice, courage, and resilience. Keep tissues handy!

🌟 Final Thoughts

Whether you want to laugh, cry, get scared, or learn something new, there’s something on this list for every mood and every reader. Let me know in the comments — what are you reading this Wednesday? And what genres should I cover next week?