Colleen Hoover has stolen all the charm that is in the authors and bibliophile’s circles this week. The second-most followed author on Goodreads after Stephen King has left many in awe and some in surprise by occupying four out of the top five spots in the New York Times Paperback Trade Fiction bestseller list.
Known for her dangerous yet romantic novels, Hoover has had a cult fan base in the US and has been gaining popularity every passing day. According to recent reports, the author has sold over 14.3 million copies and the numbers are still seeing a steady increase.
While all her books are worth a read, here are some top picks that give a glimpse of the new-age romance in the US and should not be missed:
It Ends with Us
The novel was #1 New York Times Best Seller in 2022, was the winner of the 2016 Goodreads Choice Awards for Best Romance and is still one of the best of Collen Hoover’s books. Drawing inspiration from her mother’s life, Hoover describes a love story that is not only beautiful but also pretty devastating. The story revolves around Lily and her newly-found charming neurosurgeon boyfriend Ryle Kincaid. Despite a beautiful relationship with Ryle, Lily cannot let go of thinking about her first love Atlas. How things take a new turn when Atlas enters their life is a story that has kept many romantic novel readers on the edge of their seats.
It Starts with Us
Ranked at number 4 in the New York Times Best Sellers List for 2022, the novel revolves around Lily and her ex-husband Ryle, who finally come to terms to settle into civil co-parenting. However, things take a spicy turn as Lily bumps into her first love Atlas again and accepts to go on a date with him. The triangle-confused love story between Lily, Ryle and Atlas is the rest of the plot. The novel was also a nominee for Best Romance at the 2022 Goodreads Choice Awards.
Ugly Love
Another New York Best Seller, the novel talks about hearts getting infiltrated, promises being broken and rules getting shattered. No wonder why the book is called “Ugly Love”. The novel brings a beautiful but messed up love story between Tate Collins and airline pilot Miles Archer. Having been struck with love at first sight, the couple do not imagine going a long way as the only thing they have in common is the undeniable mutual attraction. However, fate has something else in store for them. The ups and downs of the couple through the novel have made many hearts ponder in the past. Even today, the novel is one of the fast-moving ones at bookstores in the US.
So, gear up to get on a romantic ride with Colleen Hoover and grab a copy of her novels now!