Variation by Rebecca Yarros

If you've ever had a dream shattered and had to rebuild yourself from the ground up, Variation will hit you right in the heart. As someone who grew up a competitive figure skater before a hip injury ended my career, I felt every page of this story. The main character’s journey after a life-changing ballet injury is so raw, real, and beautifully told — it’s the kind of book that makes you feel seen. And can we just talk about Hudson? He’s the ultimate fictional man written by a woman: patient, steady, supportive, and absolutely unforgettable.
If you love emotional reads that celebrate resilience, healing, and love you earn, this one needs to be on your TBR.