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What I Read March 2026
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items March Reads: Stories of Resilience, Suspense, and Self-Discovery. March reading unfolded as a study in contrasts. From haunting literary classics to fast paced psychological thrillers, and from deeply personal memoirs to quietly transformative self r...
Sections
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Haunting & Thought Provoking Literature
Literary Adventure
Memoir & Personal Courage
Reflection & Personal Growth
Escapism with Heart
Twisty Psychological Thrillers
Haunting & Thought Provoking Literature
Stories that linger. These books explore identity, humanity, and the emotional complexities of life with depth and beauty.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A haunting yet deeply powerful story that stays with you long after the final page. Toni Morrison’s writing is both beautiful and unflinching, exploring identity, beauty, and the lasting impact of trauma with remarkable depth. Not an easy re...
The Bluest Eye by Toni Morrison
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I enjoyed this more than I expected. Beneath the stark, haunting landscape is a deeply moving story of love and devotion between father and son. Even in the bleakest of circumstances, it is a powerful reminder of what it means to care for an...
The Road by Cormac McCarthy
Literary Adventure
Immersive storytelling that transports you to another world while raising compelling questions.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I always love Ann Patchett’s writing, and this was another compelling story. Set deep in the Amazon, it blends science, adventure, and ethical questions in a fascinating way. It also confirmed something for me. If I ever visit the Amazon, I ...
State of Wonder by Ann Patchett
Memoir & Personal Courage
Real stories of resilience, determination, and the strength it takes to claim one’s voice.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ What a determined and courageous woman. This memoir is both powerful and eye opening, tracing her journey through oppression, survival, and ultimately, self determination. A compelling and thought provoking read that offers a deeper understa...
Infidel by Aayan Hirsi Ali
Reflection & Personal Growth
Books that offer perspective, clarity, and a gentle shift in how we move through the world.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I enjoyed this more than I expected. I happened to read it at just the right time, and several ideas truly resonated with me. A practical and thought provoking perspective on letting go of control, focusing on what you can influence, and fin...
The Let Them Theory: A Life-Changing Tool That Millions of People Can't Stop Talking About by Mel Robbins
Escapism with Heart
Stories that offer comfort, connection, and the quiet beauty of starting again.
⭐️⭐️⭐️ A touching story about navigating grief and finding the courage to begin again. Blending a bit of historical fiction with a heartfelt narrative about friendship and purpose, this novel explores how unexpected places and people can help us rebu...
The Mysterious Bakery on Rue de Paris
Twisty Psychological Thrillers
For when you want suspense, secrets, and a story that keeps you guessing.
⭐️⭐️⭐️ The third installment in the twisty series featuring our favorite housemaid, Milly. Like the second book, The Housemaid’s Secret, this one took a little time to get going. Once it picked up, though, the familiar suspense and surprises made it ...
The Housemaid Is Watching by Freida McFadden
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A great psychological thriller that keeps you guessing until the very end. Full of twists, secrets, and shifting loyalties, this one was hard to put down. An engaging, fast paced read for anyone who enjoys a smart and suspenseful story.
The Perfect Marriage by Jeneva Rose
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A great sequel and another strong psychological thriller. Just as twisty and engaging as the first, with plenty of surprises to keep you guessing. A satisfying follow up that delivers the same fast paced, suspenseful storytelling.
The Perfect Divorce by Jeneva Rose