1.     Skin Deep – Liz Nugent

An indulgent, story that is almost impossible to put down. Liz Nugent is easily one of Ireland’s greatest fictional authors, and this novel proves it! Follow a young Irish woman named Delia through her hectic life, you will not regret it.

2.     We Were Liars – E. Lockhart

Welcome to the beautiful Sinclair family. A tale of tragedy, addiction and crime. You will need the tissues for this story.

3.     Final Girls – Riley Sager

This fast-paced thriller is the perfect book for a cold weekend cuddled up on the couch. Give Netflix a miss and dive into this fantastic tale full of unexpected twists and turns from the onset and throughout.

4.     Where the Crawdads Sing – Delia Owens

This story is epic from start to finish. It is both heart-warming and heart-breaking all at once. You will find yourself falling in love with the beautiful and evocative characters in this stunningly written novel.

5.     The Kite Runner – Khaled Hosseini

This book will truly have you ugly crying. Now a major-motion picture, the kite runner was an instant classic. This novel details the story of Amir, a young boy from the Wazir Akbar Khan district of Kabul. This is an absolute must read over the winter season!