The 5 Must-Read Books By Bestselling Author Colleen Hoover
Colleen Hoover is one of the most popular YA and romance authors of the decade, published in over 30 languages worldwide. She is the #1 New York Times bestselling author behind record-breaking hits like It Ends With Us and Ugly Love.
With numerous books under her belt in the new adult, romance, and general fiction genres, here are Colleen Hoover’s 5 best books according to fans.
Ugly Love
Topping the list as Colleen Hoover’s highest rated work is the 2014 novel Ugly Love. Centered around a steamy love-hate relationship, Ugly Love tells the tale of medical student Tate Collins who moves in with an arrogant yet attractive airline pilot named Miles Archer to save money while in graduate school.
Living with the blunt and emotionless Miles proves difficult for warm-hearted Tate. However, just as their contentious dynamic starts to transform into something more, dangerous secrets from Miles’ past threaten the blossoming romance.
Full of angst, witty banter and magnetic chemistry between the lead characters, Ugly Love represents Hoover’s talent for crafting addictive love stories that pull you in from page one. Fans call it an unforgettable rollercoaster reading experience.
For readers who enjoy Ugly Love’s mixture of complex romance, mystery and slowly revealed secrets, other literature resembling Ugly Love to check out include books like It Ends With Us, November 9, Heart Bones and Confess which all contain Colleen Hoover’s signature dramatic twists and tense romantic storylines that keep you anxiously turning pages.
It Ends With Us
Possibly Colleen Hoover’s most famous book, It Ends With Us follows small-town girl Lily Bloom who moves to bustling Boston looking for independence and escapes her traumatic past relationships with her abusive father and a violent ex-boyfriend.
When she meets and falls for gorgeous neurosurgeon Ryle Kincaid, he gives her everything she’s ever wanted in a relationship. But as hidden details about Ryle’s history with women come to light, Lily must decide if the forever kind of love she craves is truly possible amidst red flags.
Hoover pens a remarkably captivating story tackling hard questions about toxicity, forgiveness, and suffering for love that resonates soundly with fans. There are also two It Ends With Us sequel novels slated for release soon that continue the storyline.
November 9
Another heavy angst-filled romance, November 9 depicts the passionate relationship between Fallon and Ben who meet on the same day every year from age 18 to 24.
Though an almost instant connection forms during their annual November 9 encounters over the years, outside forces, bad timing and missed communications keep pulling them apart. The tumultuous push and pull relationship leaves you constantly wondering if they will ever end up together.
With relatable characters and circumstances, November 9 is a favorite amongst hopeless romantics who devour the tension-stacked storyline. Hoover delivers clever plot twists most don’t see coming as well.
Confess
Confess is one of Hoover’s steamiest, suspense-filled novels, following artist Auburn Reed to New York City where she meets enigmatic gallery owner Owen Gentry. OBvn quicklh;- becomes Auburn’s hero, pushing her career forward against all obstacles. But as media attention intensifies and Auburn’s past leaks out, Owen’s protective support turns controlling.
When a television producer approaches Auburn to investigate Owen’s dark secrets for a confession television show, she gets entangled in her most dangerous situation yet trying to protect their careers.
With heated sensuality, high-drama twists and extremely complicated characters, Confess takes readers on an unforgettable ride. The story offers edge-of-your seat entertainment through every shocking chapter.
All Your Perfects
Rounding out Hoover’s top books list is All Your Perfects. This contemporary fiction novel recounts the relationship between Colleen Hoover’s most mature characters yet – married couple Quinn and Graham – whose lifelong best friendship turned fairy tale marriage slowly unravels after several years.
The book explores the question: Can a once incredible relationship damaged by loss, devastating challenges and evolving individuals who no longer recognize each other be salvaged?
All Your Perfects devastates readers as much as it gives hope. With realistic complexity and empathy, Hoover crafts a powerful tale examining commitment, compromise, unconditional love and what “perfect” really means.
New and longtime Colleen Hoover fans agree her vivid storytelling and multidimensional characters create stories too enthralling to put down once you start. Add these top 5 books from this contemporary superstar author to your must-read list!
