It’s a tumultuous time to be leaping into adulthood. It’s perfectly normal to not have everything figured out. For days when you’re feeling lost, unsure, or like everyone else seems to know what they’re doing, these books have got you covered.
What are books young women should read?
These books empower and inspire, all while keeping it real. From a talented line-up of female writers, the girl-power is palpable.
Books we think every millennial woman might love:
Crushing by Genevieve Novak
Crushing is a lovable and witty novel following Marnie, who is running late to her own identity crisis. Sick of twisting herself into the ideal girlfriend, she swears off relationships for good, which makes it a really bad time for Isaac to enter the scene. Luckily they’re just friends. This book is the perfect unpacking of the millennial existential crisis, where Novak tackles the question that lingers in relationships and friendships alike: who are we when we’re alone?
Between You and Me by Joanna Horton
Between You and Me is a riveting portrayal of female friendship, and the frayed boundary between loyalty and desire. Mari and Elisabeth are two enthralling characters whose choices on the cusp of adulthood will resonate with anyone who has ever had to navigate the intersection of friendship, intimacy and love when trying to make a life of one’s own.
The Space Between by Michelle Andrews and Zara McDonald
The Space Between is the handbook to the chaos of your twenties, by Zara and Michelle, creators of award-winning pop culture podcast Shameless. They navigate the space between who you are now and who you want to be with wit and unflinching honesty. It doesn’t promise all the answers, but navigating this decade is definitely easier together.
Love and other Puzzles by Kimberley Allsopp
Love and Other Puzzles is a witty, warm-hearted and appealing novel about how stepping out of our comfort zones can sometimes be the best – and worst – thing that can ever happen to us. Despite doing everything right, protagonist Rory’s life is going absolutely nowhere. When she lets the clues of a crossword puzzle dictate her life for a week, the result is a warm, hilarious debut rom-com that proves life happens in between the plans you make.
Everything I Know About Love by Dolly Alderton
Everything I Know About Love is the heartfelt, witty guide to navigating early adulthood every woman needs. Dolly shares in glittering insight the trials and triumphs of friendships, early career, growing up and of course, love. Brimming with big sister energy, these are messy and hilarious life lessons with a hopeful twist.
Marshmallow by Victoria Hannan
Marshmallow will take you on a superb journey of five friends. What should have been a birthday to remember will instead mark a line between before and after. As they try to find a way to live without what they lost, the ripple effect of grief will serve as a reminder of the fragility of life, and to live audaciously for the present.
These books for feeling lost in your twenties feel like a warm conversation with a big sister, but we think any reading is good reading. At the end of the day (or the book), you’re doing just fine. Life is tough, but so are you.
Tell Me What To Read – Australia's Ultimate Guide to Books (May 15, Edition) – Tell Me What To Read
- Tell Me What To Read – Australia's Ultimate Guide to Books (May 15, Edition)
- Tell Me What To Read – Australia's Ultimate Guide to Books (April 17, Edition)
- Tell Me What To Read – Australia's Weekly Guide to Books (March 13, Edition)
- Tell Me What To Read – Australia's Weekly Guide to Books (March 6, Edition)
- Tell Me What To Read – Australia's Weekly Guide to Books (February 28, Edition)
Book recommendations for Audiobook Month 2024 
Explore Japan: Book Recommendations for travel, stories and more 
Book recommendations for fans of the 2024 Dune films
Comments
No comments