As the nights grow longer and the temperatures drop, there’s no better time to cozy up with a good book. With winter fast approaching, I’ve compiled a list of the top ten books on my to-read list for the season. From heartwarming tales to thrilling mysteries, these books are sure to keep me entertained during the colder months. Without further ado, here are the top ten books on my winter 2019-2020 to-read list:

1. “The Starless Sea” by Erin Morgenstern – A magical and enchanting tale about a young man who discovers a mysterious book that leads him to a hidden underground library.

2. “Such a Fun Age” by Kiley Reid – A thought-provoking novel about race, privilege, and social dynamics set in modern-day America.

3. “The Dutch House” by Ann Patchett – A family saga spanning five decades, exploring the complexities of sibling relationships and the impact of the past on the present.

4. “Where the Crawdads Sing” by Delia Owens – A captivating novel about a young woman living in the marshlands of North Carolina, who becomes embroiled in a murder investigation.

5. “The Testaments” by Margaret Atwood – The highly anticipated sequel to “The Handmaid’s Tale,” offering a glimpse into the lives of three female narrators in the dystopian society of Gilead.

6. “The Silent Patient” by Alex Michaelides – A gripping psychological thriller about a woman who shoots her husband and then stops speaking, leaving her therapist to unravel the mystery of her silence.

7. “Oona Out of Order” by Margarita Montimore – A unique and heartwarming novel about a young woman who inexplicably starts living her life out of order, waking up each year in a different age.

8. “The Secret History” by Donna Tartt – A classic novel about a group of eccentric college students who become entangled in a murder plot that ultimately leads to their downfall.

9. “Know My Name” by Chanel Miller – A powerful memoir by the woman who was sexually assaulted by Brock Turner, shedding light on the impact of sexual violence and the fight for justice.

10. “The Giver of Stars” by Jojo Moyes – A historical fiction novel about a group of women who deliver books on horseback as part of Eleanor Roosevelt’s traveling library project in Depression-era America.

With a diverse mix of genres and themes, these books promise to keep me engrossed and entertained throughout the winter season. Whether I’m curled up by the fireplace or snuggled under a blanket, I know that these ten books will provide me with countless hours of reading pleasure. Here’s to a winter filled with literary adventures and unforgettable stories!