Easy Reads for Adults
Straightforward fiction with clear plots and plain prose. Here are books that read fast.
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The Rosie Project
Graeme Simsion
The Rosie Project
Graeme Simsion
Why this book
Simsion writes accessible fiction in clear prose, a cozy comfort read with a fast-paced romantic plot that reads effortlessly.
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Literary FictionEvvie Drake Starts Over
Linda Holmes
Evvie Drake Starts Over
Linda Holmes
Why this book
Holmes offers accessible fiction in clear prose, a cozy comfort read with a gentle fast-paced story that unwinds easily.
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Contemporary FictionEleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine
Gail Honeyman
Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine
Gail Honeyman
Why this book
Honeyman delivers accessible fiction in clear prose, a cozy comfort read that moves at a fast-paced emotional clip.
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Contemporary FictionThe Flatshare
Beth O'Leary
The Flatshare
Beth O'Leary
Why this book
O'Leary writes accessible fiction with clear prose, a cozy comfort read and fast-paced romantic roommate story.
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Contemporary FictionThe Storied Life of A.J. Fikry
Gabrielle Zevin
The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry
Gabrielle Zevin
Why this book
Zevin crafts accessible fiction in clear prose, a cozy comfort read about a bookstore owner on a fast-paced path to hope.
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Contemporary FictionA Man Called Ove
Fredrik Backman
A Man Called Ove
Fredrik Backman
Why this book
Backman offers accessible fiction in clear prose, a cozy comfort read with fast-paced heart and stubborn charm.
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