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items a bookish girlie sharing with you a list of books she has read and some books that are currently on her list to read
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book club reads
my five star reads
other books
book club reads
this is a collection of books that I've read or have been recommended from book club
Book ⅓ of the TBR Girlies' December TOTM - “Dreamy December”. I loved this one a lot! And definitely one that I must share
Grace & Henry's Holiday Movie Marathon: A Novel|Paperback
For one of my bookclub’s November’s Storyteller Spotlight, we had the pleasure of having Filipina indie author, Anj Miranda, join us in discussing her book and chat about life behind the scenes of writing her books. This book is the first in The Reye...
The Off-Chance of Me and You (The Reyes Siblings)
Another book recommendation brought to you by the TBR Girlies November Storyteller Spotlight. The girls and I were lucky enough to be able to hear from the author himself about why he wrote this book and the many experiences he and his wife had leadi...
My Wife Is a Filipina
For our last Storyteller Spotlight of the year, we had the pleasure of having the author join us. Ms. Beatrice Pobre was such a joy to listen to and I hope to be able to read her books (and maybe get them signed too) soon!
The Town of Perpetual Autumn
Because of the new Netflix movie that came out last November, the girlies decided to have this as part of our November TOTM. I don’t usually read classics as much but this was a challenge to read! Nonetheless, I do believe it’s still important to app...
Frankenstein (Penguin Classics)|Paperback
I discovered this book through Storyteller Spotlight at TBR Girlies, and it ended up being a really interesting read for me. It touches on reverse harem, which I’d only ever read in fan fiction before, so it felt new and exciting. The story is dark a...
The Brute (Broken, Seen, and Jagged Book 1)
my five star reads
these are the books that I've rated 5 stars and may have finished me in the process for all different reasons
This book is most probably my most anticipated read of the year and it was so worth it.
Alchemised (B&N Exclusive Edition)|Hardcover
This book honestly made me feel things. It was such a wonderful read and among my favorites for 2025.
Sunrise on the Reaping (A Hunger Games Novel)|BN Exclusive
this was too cute not to share
Funny Story|Paperback
This one is the last book for the Playing for Keeps series, and quite frankly, I think it's my favorite one.
Breathe with Me: A Playing for Keeps Hockey Romance|Paperback
I… absolutely loved this book!! And since the movie adaptation is coming soon, I think it’s due for a re-read!
People We Meet on Vacation|Paperback
This is one of the books I’ve read that had me sobbing!
You've Reached Sam: A Novel|Paperback
other books
these are some of the books that I've read and enjoyed so far
This was the book that took me out of a reading slump during the pandemic. And since this book has a movie coming soon… why not recommend this too?
The Love Hypothesis|Paperback
Book # 1 of the Playing for Keeps series! I actually hesitated reading this first but I enjoyed it nonetheless.
Consider Me (Playing for Keeps Hockey Romance #1)|Paperback
Playing for Keeps series Book 2
Play with Me (Playing for Keeps Hockey Romance #2)|Paperback
Book # 3 for the Playing for Keeps series
Unravel Me (Playing for Keeps Hockey Romance #3)|Paperback
Playing for Keeps Series Book # 4
Fall with Me (Playing for Keeps Hockey Romance #4)|Paperback
I need book two immediately!
Rose in Chains (Deluxe Limited Edition) (Signed Book)|Special
Started the DC Stars series by Chelsea Curto this December and so far so good! Face Off is the first book in the series and is about Emmy & Maverick!
Face Off: Spicy Rivals to Lovers Hockey Romance
This was book two of the DC Stars series and I think I like this more than the first book. This one was about Piper and Liam
Power Play: Grumpy Sunshine Marriage Romance
If it’s Emily Henry, it’s usually an automatic-buy for me! Although this book was not one of my favorites from her, I still enjoyed it nonetheless
Great Big Beautiful Life (Signed B&N Exclusive Edition)|Hardcover
This was a cute a light read that I really enjoyed reading last year!
Picking Daisies on Sundays
I started reading this book because I wanted to know more about the story of Ruby and James without relying on the show, and I'm so glad I did!
Save Me (Maxton Hall)
Reading the second book of the Maxton Hall series got me to realize that there's more to James than what we saw in the show. There's more depth to them, and that's amazing!
Save You (Maxton Hall)
The last installment to the Maxton Hall series, and it gave me a whirlwind of emotions. I'm glad I gave the series a read, just as Season 2 of the show finished.
Save Us (Maxton Hall)
I’ve recently been obsessed with the movie of Sense and Sensibility, and decided to buy a copy of this version of the book
Sense and Sensibility (Puffin in Bloom)|Hardcover
I can’t not add this book to my recommendations! Although, I did find Mrs. Bennet… TOO ANNOYING. Nonetheless, I love this book all the same.
Pride and Prejudice (Puffin in Bloom)|Hardcover
After watching Bridgerton on Netflix, I decided I wanted to read the series and here we are. I found that there were a lot of things in the book that weren't show on screen, so I'm pretty glad I read the book.
The Duke and I (Bridgerton Series #1)|Paperback
The Viscount Who Loved Me... is one of my favorites from the series. Mainly because Anthony Bridgerton YEARNS. The chemistry between him and Kate was... AMAZING
The Viscount Who Loved Me (Bridgerton Series #2)|Paperback
It wouldn’t be me if I didn’t recommend this series. While I don’t agree with recent statements made by the author, the stories of Harry Potter were ones that have helped shape who I am today
Harry Potter Books 1-7 Special Edition Boxed Set|Other Format
Featured during Storyteller Spotlight at TBR Girlies, this sequel is high on my TBR. I haven’t started it yet, but after The Brute, I’m really looking forward to continuing the story and diving deeper into this world.
The Shadow (Broken, Seen, and Jagged Book 2)
I think of the DC Stars series, this one is definitely a favorite. I loved how Madeline and Hudson’s romance wasn’t rushed and that the author gave them time to grow their friendship first. The book also gives an insight to what life is like as a sin...
Slap Shot|Paperback
This is becoming a close favorite in the DC Stars series.
Hat Trick|Paperback
Just finished reading this one recently, and it's... pretty hot.
Sin Bin