Soul Crushing Books to Cry About for Years
These are books that leave a lasting impression long after you’ve returned to shelf. Romance is not required to break your heart - this list includes fantasy, fiction, and nonfiction compiled by my own heartbreak, friends, and social media recommendations to hurt your feelings.
Happiness? Don’t know her, I need to call my therapist for a higher antidepressant dose. [Never take these away from me.]
If any of these novels or authors are problematic in any way please let me know.
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created by JustABookNerd
last updated April, 2026
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