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The Books the Internet Obsessed Over in 2025
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items These are the novels that kept popping up everywhere searches, recommendations, and conversations online. Some went viral, some quietly stayed on people’s minds, but all of them made readers curious enough to look them up. If you’re wondering which b...
Faced with the possibility of losing her eyesight forever, Mona joins her beloved grandfather on an unforgettable journey shaped by art and love.
Mona's Eyes (2025 B&N Book of the Year)
If you love thrillers that are easy to read but make you suspicious of everyone, this is THAT book.
The Housemaid - Freida McFadden
A chilling presence appears in the night carrying a deadly secret. A dark and stormy night. An isolated cabin in the woods. A runaway child with a mysterious past...Thriller fans, buckle up!"
The Intruder - Freida McFadden
People can’t stop searching for it because the storytelling is too good. Glamour, secrets, heartbreak, chef’s kiss.
The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo - Taylor Jenkins Reid
Aesthetic, magical, and beautifully written. If you want a book that feels like a dream you don’t want to wake from, this is the one. Slow, atmospheric, and unforgettable.
The Night Circus - Erin Morgenstern
This timeless tale of fathers and sons, class and wealth, and of the history and future of Afghanistan is told through the eyes of two boys, best friends against all odds.
The Kite Runner - Khaled Hosseini
Still trending because people can’t resist mother-daughter drama + emotional chaos. If you want something fast, addictive, and heart-punching, read this.
Regretting You - Colleen Hoover
A forever-viral book. If you’re in the mood to cry in a beautiful way, this is perfect.
The Fault in Our Stars - John Green
A long read, but trust me, worth it. It’s emotional, messy, and beautifully crafted.
The Goldfinch (Pulitzer Prize Winner)- Donna Tartt
A journey of growing older, healing and reluctantly embracing the winds of change, this reflective and funny read is perfect for epistolary fans.
The Correspondent: A Novel - Virginia Evans
A story of power and politics, monster and myth, this is the spellbinding tale of a historically misunderstood figure.
I, Medusa - Ayana Gray
This blew up on search because the mystery + dystopian vibe hits different. Perfect if you want survival + suspense + plot twists.
Lights Out (Into Darkness Series #1) - Navessa Allen
A classic that keeps trending. Read it if you want something deeper about humanity, loneliness, and “who’s the real monster”.
Frankenstein - Mary Shelley
Always resurfaces every year. If you want soft romance + beach nostalgia, this one is such a comfort read.
The Summer I Turned Pretty (Summer I Turned Pretty Series #1)| Jenny Han
If you need a book that feels like a gentle reminder about purpose, life, and trusting your path, read this.
The Alchemist - Paulo Coelho
Warm, moving, and full of strong characters. If you want a novel that blends friendship, courage, and social issues, this is a must-read.
The Help - Kathryn Stockett