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Favorite Books I Read In 2025
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items Here are the books I loved most in 2025. The ones I couldn’t stop thinking about, recommending, or yelling about in my group chats. I linked the *prettiest* book editions here :)
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Romance set in a high-stakes situation to the point that you forget you're reading a romance. Second chance lovers and lots of heartbreak going on here
In the Likely Event|Paperback
Historical fiction done in a way that stayed with me. Lives that made such an impact only to be forgotten or scorned when they got home. Incredible writing and tribute to these women.
The Women: A Novel by Kristin Hannah, Hardcover
Kept me guessing! Has a really great, unpretentious female main character.
All the Missing Pieces (Deluxe Edition)|Paperback
The BEST audiobook I've ever listened to. Inventive and exciting and just great all around.
Project Hail Mary: A Novel by Andy Weir
Murder mystery with a side of small town romance and a female main character that breaks the mold.
Indigo Ridge (The Edens #1) by Devney Perry, Paperback
The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo walked so this book could run. Amazing twist and I was rooting for everyone.
Great Big Beautiful Life (B&N Exclusive Edition) - Barnes & Noble
Definitely different from the other books on this list! A fun romance with Dexter-style main characters. Fun!
Tourist Season (B&N Exclusive Edition) (The Seasons of Carnage Trilogy #1)|Paperback
Mystery from the point of view of a mother. Felt like a quick read, but had such great and very modern themes.
Mad Honey: A GMA Book Club Pick: A Novel
Very dark. Very heavy. Ultimately changes you and I'm still not over it
Alchemised
Lots of controversy around this one, but I liked it! And I read a lot in this genre. Give it a chance!
Silver Elite
I picked this one up becuase I found out they are filming a movie adaptation, and I enjoyed it WAY more than I thought I would! More than just a simple romance.
The Love Hypothesis: Collector's Edition
Read this one during the Christmas season and I just loved it. Different from other holiday romances
Good Spirits: A Novel
Tugged at every heartstring. And I thought the characters were extremely relatable and realistic. Love this one.
Say You'll Remember Me|BN Exclusive
Of course I've read the Dramione fanfics, but this one rivals those. Great banter and witty conversations. Slow burn. All the things. Can't wait for the sequel.
The Irresistible Urge to Fall for Your Enemy: Book 1 of the Dearly Beloathed Duology|Paperback
Highly accomplished female main character with so much depth, and that's just the side story. Heavy with NASA science and just so cool and emotional.
Atmosphere: A Love Story (GMA Book Club Pick)|BN Exclusive