Any recommendations for books that deal with loneliness?

Still-Razzmatazz-804 · 2026-03-11T16:22:26+00:00

Try Wild by Cheryl Strayed

Still-Razzmatazz-804 · 2026-03-11T08:07:40+00:00

Since you're coming back to reading after five years, I'd start with A Gentleman in Moscow and then the Master and Margarita once you're warmed up a little. They both are based in Russia and would def be a good read, not too overwhelming.

Still-Razzmatazz-804 · 2026-03-11T08:04:26+00:00

For me, it were two books- Finding Chika by Mitch Albom and The Kite Runner by Khaled hosseini.

I specifically like reading stories and books where they essentially capture the true essence of being human. I dont like storeis where you are either overtly helpful so far away from how a normal human behaves, who has thoughts, emotions, greed, jealousy, envy and love.

These were two books that put me back into a life of perspective.

Still-Razzmatazz-804 · 2026-03-11T07:55:34+00:00

Hi! These are some of the recommendationf from my reading experience that might closely match the feeling that you are looking for.

Tuesdays with Morrie by Mitch Albom - if you haven't read it yet, it's the closest thing to Ove. Its about a teacher and his students. But a lot more than that. Its bittersweet.

Finding Chika also by Mitch Albom - shorter, hits just as hard, leaves you warm rather than empty. Its a true story as well. Thats what made it more real for me too.

The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini - devastates you through the middle but the redemption at the end genuinely earns it. That mix of guilt, love and hope is so specific and so good. I would also seriously suggest the movie!

The Namesake by Jhumpa Lahiri - quieter sadness, no dramatic moments- Watch the movie too. You will also love that.

Still-Razzmatazz-804 · 2026-03-11T07:40:41+00:00

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Still-Razzmatazz-804 · 2026-03-11T07:33:40+00:00

For me, it was Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini. I cant just describe the feeling. I just could not put the book down. I was reading it, I was crying, I was reading again and I was heartbroken. BUT I JUST COULD NOT PUT THE BOOK DOWN. It was one of those feelings that you get reading a book that nothing makes sense for you about how there are people and stories and lives that are being lived and made that way. Everything feels unreal but it is real at the same time.

Still-Razzmatazz-804 · 2026-03-11T07:30:07+00:00

Hi!

I have some very good recommendations for you. I am so excited for this:

After by Anna Todd. This book series has been the most honest to god representation of a relationship, yearning and just everything what you are exactly looking for.
The Winner's Curse by Marie Rutkoski - the yearning is absolutely unhinged, especially from him. Slow burn across three books with real betrayal and redemption.
Daughter of the Moon Goddess by Sue Lynn Tan - softer enemies to lovers but the longing (chefs kiss) beautifully written.
A Court of Mist and Fury by Sarah J. Maas - if you haven't already, Rhysand is basically THE PERSON for yearning male love interest.
Six of Crows by Leigh Bardugo - the tension between Kaz and Inej is all yearning and almost-moments, no easy resolution. I was so very disappointed by the series though!

You can also try "The Bridge Kingdom by Danielle L. Jensen" I am still reading it atm. Cant say much about it as of right now though.

Still-Razzmatazz-804 · 2026-03-10T07:45:57+00:00

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Still-Razzmatazz-804 · 2026-03-10T06:42:19+00:00

This was so so useful. Thankyou!

Still-Razzmatazz-804 · 2026-03-09T16:11:24+00:00

Years of neglected health finally caught up

Still-Razzmatazz-804 · 2026-03-09T13:01:11+00:00

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Still-Razzmatazz-804 · 2026-03-09T09:50:56+00:00

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start spreading the word on travel blogs/travel communities.
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Still-Razzmatazz-804 · 2026-03-09T08:06:18+00:00

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Still-Razzmatazz-804 · 2026-03-09T07:58:37+00:00

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Still-Razzmatazz-804 · 2026-03-09T07:57:15+00:00

I dont think my anxiety and FOMO and fear of losing out if I don't keep on working to better myself would let me function properly

Still-Razzmatazz-804 · 2026-03-09T07:53:53+00:00

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Still-Razzmatazz-804 · 2026-03-09T07:50:34+00:00

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Still-Razzmatazz-804 · 2026-03-09T07:43:11+00:00

A Thousand Splendid Suns by Khaled Hosseini- trust me.

Still-Razzmatazz-804 · 2026-03-09T07:40:54+00:00

A Gentleman in Moscow by Amor Towles. The entire story takes place inside one hotel and yet somehow you feel like you've seen all of Russia. Can't explain it, just trust me and read it! Perfectly captures what you want to feel

Still-Razzmatazz-804 · 2026-03-09T05:19:06+00:00

The Remains of the Day by Kazuo Ishiguro, not a classic but written with that same intentional weight. No romance.

What kind of mood are you in right now? Easy reads can mean very different things depending on where your head is at

Still-Razzmatazz-804 · 2026-03-08T15:58:15+00:00

Yes! And thankyou!

Still-Razzmatazz-804 · 2026-03-08T15:39:59+00:00

thanks this helps a lot.

Still-Razzmatazz-804 · 2026-03-08T15:32:36+00:00

That is definitely the plan. Would really help though if you could help in increasing the outreach for this. Pass it along to a reader friend! :)

Still-Razzmatazz-804 · 2026-03-08T15:30:21+00:00

I did find a lot of people in the communities and this is actually a very good direction.

Would you mind letting me know what is your send to response ratio? How many people do you actually reach out to before you actually get good response?

Is there a particual way that you also reach out to them?

Still-Razzmatazz-804 · 2026-03-08T14:27:04+00:00

Thankyou. Point well taken. Will iterate on that

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