7 Best Books to Read This Fall, According to Amazon’s Kindle Bestseller List
From ‘Verity’ to ‘Whistler,’ here are the novels readers are downloading now
Key Takeaways
AI-generated summary reviewed by our editorial team.- The ‘Verity’ adaptation hits theaters October 2, starring Anne Hathaway.
- ‘The Calamity Club’ is Kathryn Stockett's first novel since 'The Help' in 2009.
- Ann Patchett's ‘Whistler’ follows Daphne Fuller's reunion with her former stepfather.
Amazon’s Kindle bestseller list just dropped and it’s filled with pageturning tales that will keep you up long past your bedtime. We’re talking popular titles like A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas, Whistler by Ann Patchett and the YA romance series Binding 13 by Chloe Walsh! To learn more about what’s on the list, including our top seven picks, keep scrolling!
Thriller: ‘Verity’ by Colleen Hoover
This bestselling pageturner, which is about to be a major motion picture starring Anne Hathaway and Dakota Johnson, follows struggling writer Lowen Ashleigh after she is hired to complete Verity Crawford’s bestselling series, moving into the family home to do so. Little does Lowen know that Verity and her family have secrets, all of which she discovers in an autobiographical manuscript written by Verity herself before a tragic accident left her incapacitated. What follows is a thrilling mystery that will leave readers wondering what’s real and what’s fake.
What readers are saying: “I finished the book with more questions than answers, and I actually love that. Whether the manuscript was true or not, that’s what makes this book so unforgettable. It leaves you questioning every character, every motive and even the ending long after you’ve turned the last page.”
Historical fiction: ‘The Calamity Club’ by Kathryn Stockett
Set in Oxford, Mississippi, in the 1930s, Kathryn Stockett’s long-awaited followup to her bestselling novel, The Help, is worth the 17-year wait! After being abandoned by her mother on Christmas Eve, 11-year-old Meg Lefleur winds up at the Lafayette County Orphan Asylum, where she is constantly put down and abused by the chairwoman. At the same time, Birdie Calhoun arrives in Oxford to ask her socialite sister for financial help, only to learn that she too is struggling. Then Birdie meets ex-con Charlie, a strong woman with an incredible backstory—and a plan that could save everyone, including Meg.
What readers are saying: “I went into this book completely blind, and I’m so glad I did because I had no idea what was waiting for me. What I found was a deeply heartfelt story about resilient women finding hope, friendship, family and strength during incredibly difficult times. Kathryn Stockett has a way of balancing emotional moments with humor so effortlessly that I found myself laughing one minute and tearing up the next. Every character felt so vividly real that I wanted to reach into the pages, sit beside them, and hold their hand through it all.”
Contemporary fiction: ‘Whistler’ by Ann Patchett
Ann Patchett’s newest bestselling book begins after Daphne Fuller runs into her former stepfather, Eddie Triplett, at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. They haven’t seen each other in decades, since one dreadful night changed everything. As they begin to reconnect Daphne and Eddie remember just how close they used to be. A beautiful exploration of how certain people can impact our lives in ways we might not even know.
What readers are saying: “This book makes you realize that there are good people that come and go from your life and that you should never take that for granted. Those who leave your life are usually the ones that mold you into who you are. The relationship with Eddie and Daphne was the most beautiful father daughter relationship I have ever seen.”
Romance: ‘Binding 13’ by Chloe Walsh
The first book in Chloe Walsh’s bestselling Boys of Tommen series, follows Johnny Kavanagh and Shannon Lynch, students at Tommen College. Johnny is the school’s star rugby player with a seemingly charmed life, but he has a secret: he’s dealing with an injury that could end his time on the team. Shannon is the new girl at school. She has a rough home life, and on her first day she has a run in with Johnny that causes a new wave of drama in her life.
What readers are saying: “The Boys of Tommen series is one of the best series I’ve read in a long time,” raves Woman’s World associate editor Carissa Mosness. “The spice, humor, heart and found family made it hard to put down. I loved it.”
Romantasy: ‘A Court of Thorns and Roses’ by Sarah J. Maas
Spice, steam and spells take center stage in this bestselling book by Sarah J. Maas. After 19-year-old huntress Feyre kills a wolf, a dangerous creature arrives at her door demanding that she come with him to the magical world of Prythian. Upon her arrival, she’s shocked to learn that she will be living in a beautiful castle with a handsome faerie named Tamlin, who just happens to be the Lord of the Spring Court. Elsewhere, a mysterious shadow is stirring and Feyre might be the only one who can stop it from destroying the entire world.
What readers are saying: “Crying because I love this series so much. My only wish would be to read it as if it was my first time. I love Feyre’s humanity. I love how innocent and naive and at times truly happy she was. I love Tamlin and how sexy he was, how always ready to provide for Feyre, and I loved how deeply flawed he was.”
Historical fiction: ‘The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo’ by Taylor Jenkins Reid
One of the most talked about books on BookTok is The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo, which is being made into a movie. When journalist Monique Grant is asked to write an article about Evelyn Hugo, one of Hollywood’s most famous actresses, she’s shocked to discover the interview is actually a ploy. Evelyn really wants Monique to write her full biography. As their conversations unfold, Evelyn reveals long-hidden secrets, including the truth about her seven marriages and her relationship with actress Celia St. James. This novel is perfect for fans of Hollywood’s Golden Age.
What readers are saying: “I adore absolutely everything about 1950s Hollywood,” shares Mosness. “And this book fully transported me there. Between the love story and the captivating drama, I found myself turning pages late into the night needing to know what happened next.”
Thriller: ‘Mad Mabel’ by Sally Hepworth
This gripping mystery follows 81-year-old Elsie Mabel Fitzpatrick, who has a dark secret. Living quietly in suburban Melbourne, her neighbors have no idea she was convicted of murder as a child decades ago. When a neighbor dies unexpectedly, Mabel’s mysterious past is exposed and she becomes the prime suspect once again. Now she must prove her innocence while the community questions everything about her. You can read an excerpt of this novel here.
What readers are saying: “I loved Mad Mabel! It was such a unique and clever story, but what surprised me most was how much heart it had. Mabel is quirky, funny, complicated and completely unforgettable. I loved that the story could make me laugh one minute and then catch me off guard with a genuinely touching moment the next. It never felt predictable, which is something I really appreciate in a book.”
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