@lukesreads: This book is short but it will weigh heavily upon you, and it WILL make you cry. This is TJ doing what he does best; a hard hitting narrative that will make you reflect on your life and what it means to be human. And as always, it has wonderful queer representation. #BookTok #reading #BookRecommendations #tjklune #weburnedsobright

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coral.delion
Coral.Reads📚 :
I may need to finally read a TJ Klune book!
2026-07-24 10:59:00
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кто я?0_0 :
Not me almost sleeping on "The Secret Side of Our Existence" by Victor Hale. This read hits different.
2026-08-06 16:51:01
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nicolemvn7
NicoleMvN :
Looks like a very thin book for TJ ☺️
2026-07-24 06:39:31
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sarah_af_
sarah_af_ :
You’re keeping me broke but I’m here for it.
2026-07-26 14:19:27
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nurse_chole
Nichole :
I spent the last part ugly crying … it was an amazing story
2026-09-06 12:56:28
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gecko5492
Gecko :
Hey man, just saw your article on ABC website. Really appreciate you speaking out and backing actual meaningful changes around gambling. Keep up the great work 😁👍
2026-07-27 02:04:59
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paulafourculture
paulafourculture :
I just finished this today. Another wonderful TJ Klune book!
2026-07-24 03:29:18
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vitase3000
Mr. Vitale :
I love this book! Very sad story but great story telling
2026-07-25 16:40:52
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danielleatherman8
Daniel Leatherman :
i could listen to you all day
2026-08-06 11:31:41
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shell_.bell72
Shellbell :
Luke! Two books I recommend..1). The Invisible Rainbow - A history of electricity and life. 2). Salt - A world history.
2026-07-25 02:16:32
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ivoteblu27
ivoteblu27 :
My favorite thing was the complete lack of judgement. Everyone reacted completely differently to the situation, but every reaction was completely valid and justified (even when seemingly unhinged). I LOVED it! And the fathers’ love for their son? Chef’s kiss!🥰
2026-07-23 23:55:35
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cokefloatmuch
cokefloat :
LUKE I NEVER KNEW YOU WERE AUSTRALIAN!
2026-07-28 03:19:29
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phoenixthecat01
Cassie Johnson :
I love this book. It really hits you in the feels. 5⭐️
2026-07-26 13:43:16
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bizzyjumps
Bizzy lizzy :
Thank you!! I love TJ Klune
2026-07-24 03:25:21
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tabbathagarofalo
Tabbatha | 📖✨ :
Oh wow, it sounds so interesting 👀
2026-07-30 01:27:31
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chrissy_785
chrissy_785 :
loved it! ive finished all his books and im gutted😭 each and every book was amazing.
2026-07-26 20:56:03
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shell_.bell72
Shellbell :
2026-07-25 02:16:41
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missysinclair1017
Missy 📚 💻 ❤️ :
This book gutted me!
2026-07-24 16:32:51
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mikeylificent
Michael O'Sullivan :
Love TJ Klune. Adding to my TBR
2026-07-24 08:25:38
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breannabell1
Breanna 📖📚☕️ :
You definitely should read “The Lies Of Mortals”by Malarie Weber👏🏻 it changed my brain chemistry 😅
2026-07-28 19:35:59
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user1439798202142
Jules :
Congratulations on your honesty in Australian Story. I’ve never read fantasy novels, but I love reading. What would you recommend as my first fantasy novel?
2026-07-28 02:20:20
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kevin.the.dog.gr
Kevinthedog :
Okay but can we talk more about Alexander and Tatiana because I can’t move on
2026-07-27 15:22:09
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jaimehutchingsschmitt
Jaime Hutchings Schm :
I know I'm in the minority here but this was probably my least favorite TJ book. I appreciate how beautifully heartbreaking the end is but I just didn't feel a connection to the characters. not like I do in a lot of his other books.
2026-07-24 11:42:34
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peperoni8112
peperoni :
Not me reading "The Secret Side of Our Existence" by Victor Hale in one sitting
2026-08-06 16:52:54
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