Tamara Dick-Reeder

Whether it's the comfort of familiar characters, the wisdom found in their pages, or the timeless themes that continue to resonate, these are the stories I keep coming back to year after year.

Trying to find some seriously steamy reads? This list of dark romances and spicy books is filled with intense chemistry, forbidden love, and a good mix of heat and drama.

These beauty staples are my go-to essentials, because some things are too good not to restock! If I had to give up all makeup or skincare, these are what I would keep!

A few of the books I am most excited to read this year! Some are TikTok faves, and some I have stumbled across in my many trips to the bookshop, however all are books I'm hyped to read and wish more people had heard about!

So I have struggled with my skin my whole life and while I admit it is still not perfect (lets hope 2025 is the year!), it is a lot better than it was- so here are my recommendations for products that I have found worked for me. I am in no way a professional and every ones skin is different but I hope this helps. Also i find that Natalie O'neill on TikTok is a great place to start if you want to properly understand what different ingredients do, some of these products i have tried from some of her videos and some I have stumbled across by myself but they are all products that I have found work for me!

Books suggested by BookTok that actually were worth it!

My favourite historical fiction books- some you may have seen on BookTok, some are lesser known! I have included some non fiction for those who then want to learn more!

Dreamy leather bound books that are a staple on my book case- these can be difficult to get in stores, especially in the UK however you can usually find them online. Some I have got from TKmaxx, Amazon, and Waterstones! There are so many more however I have only added the ones I myself own!

Book trends come and go but some Romance stories remain unbeatable! A mix of classics, modern and unconventional must reads of any romance fans!

Do you want to try reading a book which hasn't been everyones cup of tea- here we are! Now I didn't get on with these books however my friends loved them- our thoughts are a mixed bag…whats your verdict?

Out of the 150 books I have read this year, this is my final top ten. A collection of the most captivating and inspiring reads that I loved and that you shouldnt miss!