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The elusive 5-star rating does not come out often, so when it does, you know you’re in for a treat. Some books are great, others are memorable, and some are so profound and moving, and stay with you for years afterwards. Those books are usually my 5-Star reads, and here are my predicted 5-Star reads on my TBR.
1. Us Against You by Fredrik Backman: As someone who has already declared Beartown to be the best book they read in 2020, there is no doubt that Us Against You will be an equally compelling story about the residence of Beartown. I’m ready to go on this emotional rollercoaster ride.
2. Muse of Nightmares by Laini Taylor: Strange the Dreamer was a magical and captivating start to this duology, and now that the stakes are even higher than they were, I have a strong feeling that Muse of Nightmares will knock it out of the park. Laini Taylor never fails to entrance her readers with her words, therefore, Muse of Nightmares has a strong chance of getting that 5-star rating.
3. The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller: This book has been on my tbr list for years. I know this will be a 5-Star read, I’m just not ready for the emotional turmoil I’ll endure along the way.ย
4. Serpent & Dove by Shelby Mahurin: The most talked-about book of 2019, a potential 5-Star read and an addictive fantasy with a fascinating setting and interesting characters. Sign me up for this one.
5. The Midnight Lie by Marie Rutkoski: Everyone should know that Rutkoski’s Winner’s Trilogy is a favourite. The fact that The Midnight Lie will allow us to explore more of that world already has me itching to get my hands on it, and I can’t wait to meet a new slew of compelling characters.
6. Morning Star by Pierce Brown: Yet another book that is gathering dust on my shelves. Pierce Brown is a force in sci-fi. The first two books of his Red Rising series were addictive, stressful, and haunting. Morning Star intimidates me, but I have no doubts that it will be a breathtaking 5-star read.
Were any of these books a 5-Star read for you?
What are your 5-Star predictions?
Great list! I’m hoping to cross Serpent & Dove off my TBR soon. ๐ The Song of Achilles is one of my favourite novels – it’s wonderful. I hope you enjoy all of these!
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I’m so excited to read the Song of Achilles. I just need to stock up on my comfort food.
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Awesome list! A few of my friends LOVE Pierce Brown, so I bet that would be a 5 star! I have The Song of Achilles to read soon!
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I loved Pierce’s first two books, so I know I’m gonna love the third one, just need to actually read it haha.
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I wanted to do this post but was also nervous that I would jinx it! I’m so excited for Marie Ruthkoski’s. I have a feeling it will be a solid 5 stars read for me as well, but ahh! SO NERVOUS!
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I know. I feel my expectations are too high now, but I’ll reain cautiously optimistic haha.
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Great list! I really liked Us Against You but I love all his books! Muse of Nightmares was also a great read for me! I hope you enjoy all of these!
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I really want to read more of Backman’s book. Beartown was phenomenal.
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A Man Called Ove will probably always be one of my favorites!
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I’m hoping Us Against You is a 5 star read for both of us!
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Fingers crossed!
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The Midnight Lie has such a gorgeous cover. Wow!
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I adore that book cover.
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The Song of Achilles is one of my 5 star predictions as well. Same as you, I’m just not emotionally ready to read it yet. Great list! ๐
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I think we need to stock up on comfort food and tea for The Song of Achilles haha.
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I haven’t read anything by Frederik Backman yet but Beartown has been on my TBR for a while now! Great list! Jen
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I highly recommend Beartown. It’s a phenomenal story and so moving.
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I agree with your description of a 5-star read. I don’t give many books an “A” grade because it’s hard to find one that really moves and entertains and grabs me that well. I hope those on your list are 5-star reads for you!
Happy TTT!
Susan
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Right? I’ve read plenty of great books, but it’s not often that you get a book that gives you the full experience of being entertaining and poignant.
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You also have Midnight Lie on your list!! I found out last week that it was set in the same world of Winner’s and it surprised me so much. I did not recognize any names in the synopsis so I am curious to see if it references anything or if it’s simply just set in the same world.
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I’m so curious to see if we’ll get any callbacks to the events of the Winner’s trilogy, but I’m also glad that we get to explore more of the world cause her world building is so rich.
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Great list! Muse of nightmares and morning star were both five star for me ๐ And I really liked serpent and dove. And song of achilles made me cry!!
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I basically just need to stock up on all things cute and cosy to help me survive the emotional turmoil of these books haha.
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Ahhh, I had on clue you hadn’t read Morning Star yet haha I somehow figured you had. Well, I haven’t read Dark Age yet … these books just keep getting bigger and bigger
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Golden Son stressed me out so much that I keep putting it off haha. I need to catch up, big time.
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I need to read that Laini Taylor series. Iโve liked most of her other books. I hope these books all turn out to be 5 stars!
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Her books are beautifully written. I’d highly recommend them.
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Yes to Us Against You! Loved it!
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I’m so excited to read it.
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Great list! Iโm hoping to get Serpent & Dove soon!
Hereโs mine: https://laurenbodiford123.wordpress.com/2020/02/05/5-star-predictions-top-ten-tuesday-reading-updates/
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Here’s hoping we both enjoy Serpent & Dove.
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I hope all of these books live up to your expectations! I have Serpent and Dove and Red Rising on my TBR ๐
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Here’s hoping! ๐
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