Last year (in 2024) I read 80 books, but I'm aiming for a modest 60 books in 2025. I'll be updating this list with every book I read throughout the year. Here's hoping they're good ones!
Sections
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January
February
March
April
May
June
January
Below are the 9 books I read in January! Starting off 2025 very strong!
A really great historical fiction novel, but the ending felt very rushed and unrealistic. But it's fiction, so that's allowed I guess!
Winter Garden by Kristin Hannah
Very witty and actually really interesting to read about Paris Hilton's childhood and life story. Highly recommend!
Paris: The Memoir by Paris Hilton
A group of essays by Joan Didion about life in LA in the 80s. I found it very insightful and I love her writing.
The White Album by Joan Didion
A beautiful yet tragic queer love story set in Nigeria. A must read!
Blessings by Chukwuebuka Ibeh
Another short story from the queen of short stories. So beautiful, I just wish I could read more!
Foster by Claire Keegan
A lovely tale of a young woman's relationship with her dying father while also travelling around Europe.
Enchanted Islands by Laura Coffey
Not my favourite Colleen Hoover book, but I'm slowly making my way through the entire collection.
Layla by Colleen Hoover
Not what I expected! Go in with eyes open and you'll be pleasantly surprised.
Nightbitch by Rachel Yoder
The long awaited third instalment of the Fourth Wing series. I didn't want it to end!
Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros
February
The books I read in February 2025!
I've wanted to get around to this for so long and I highly enjoyed it! I can see this being made into a TV series or movie soon.
Yellowface by R. F. Kuang
A great insight into the life, childhood and thoughts of Elliot Page - I'd highly recommend.
Pageboy by Elliot Page
A little prequel to the famous Good Girl's Guide to Murder series. Enjoyable.
Kill Joy by Holly Jackson
A second chance romance based on Love Island - yes, really! It was a little far-fetched, but I still really enjoyed the characters and chemistry between them.
The Re-Write by Lizzie Damilola Blackburn
I've read many books about The Troubles in Northern Ireland, but this is up there with one of the best.
Trespasses by Louise Kennedy
An enjoyable beach read, friends to lovers trope that's perfect for going on holiday.
Hook, Line and Single by Phoebe MacLeod
I'm finally continuing with the ACOTAR series! Time for book two.
A Court of Mist and Fury by Sarah J. Maas
I've started to post YouTube videos reviewing the books I read in 2025! Starting off with all the books I read in January and February
Monthly wrap up: YouTube book vlog!
March
The books I read in March 2025!
A romcom all about the book industry, consider me hooked!
Bad Publicity by Bianca Gillam
I love everything about this series and how easy it is to want to read the entire book in just one sitting. The last line of the book was so fitting, making it the perfect ending.
The Housemaid is Watching by Freida McFadden
One of the best books I've read so far in 2025.
I'm Glad My Mom Died by Jennette McCurdy
The second in the Maple Hills series, I enjoyed this just as much as Icebreaker!
Wildfire by Hannah Grace
I've fallen out of love with Sally Rooney's writing recently, but this novel won me back. I'll be thinking about this for a while.
Intermezzo: A Novel by Sally Rooney
A great rom-com that I finally got around to reading. I can't wait to watch the movie adaption!
Red, White & Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston
I've joined a bookclub here in Sydney and this is March's read. So far, it's giving The Life of Addie LaRue but I'm enjoying!
Our Infinite Fates by Laura Steven
A really insightful look into the border areas around North Korea and China and the struggle for those trying to get out and wanting to find a better life.
How I Became a North Korean by Krys Lee
April
This book had me staring at the wall for ten minutes afterwards. The best book I've read so far this year.
The Women by Kristin Hannah
Let's just say I had a great time reading this and I will be continuing with the series.
The Au Pair Affair by Tessa Bailey
I can't seem to click with Christina Lauren books, and I'm not a fan of the fake relationships trope either…
The Paradise Problem by Christina Lauren
10/10 for the title, but a 2/5 for the story.
By Grand Central Station I Sat Down and Wept
No plot, just smut.
Deep End by Ali Hazelwood
Obsessed, but also very similar in style to Daisy Jones & The Six. So if you liked that, you'll love this.
The Favorites by Layne Fargo
How did this win the Booker Prize, please tell me.
Orbital by Samantha Harvey
Not my favourite Freida McFadden book but that's not going to stop me reading the other 30+ books she's written.
The Crash by Freida McFadden
May
A beautiful story about four sisters that live around the world, apart from each other. Each have their own struggles but find their way back to one another.
Blue Sisters by Coco Mellors
The Silent Patient was definitely better, but I still loved the twists and turns in this one even if I did see some of the twists coming.
The Fury by Alex Michaelides
A cute rom-com set in New York City, but fake dating is never my favourite trope.
Summer in the City by Alex Aster
The second book in the series lost me a little, I won't lie. It was hard to remember the characters and where things left off. Not as enjoyable as the first.
Legendary (Caraval Series #2) by Stephanie Garber
Ok Freida McFadden is BACK! This was on par with The Housemaid - the twist at the end was SO GOOD!!
The Teacher by Freida McFadden
Finally got around to continuing this series and I've heard it only gets better and better. I enjoyed this, but excited to get further into the series.
The Right Move by Liz Tomforde
A quick and easy read, definitely Young-Adult but preferred the first in this series.
The First to Die at the End by Adam Silvera
A new concept for a romance novel that I haven't read before, but the twist was so late into the book
Swept Away by Beth O'Leary
June
A coming of age story about many interconnected characters in London and how their lives are changing in one weekend. Highly enjoyed!
Evenings and Weekends by Oisín McKenna
Definitely one of Freida's best books, I was hooked!!
The Tenant by Freida McFadden
Loved this book set in Belfast (that also mentioned my hometown in the first five pages!) very realistic, funny but deep. Reminded me of Sally Rooney's writing.
Thirst Trap by Grainne O'Hare
The third instalment in this sports-themed series by Tessa Bailey. Didn't love it as much as the first and second, but excited for the next book!
Dream Girl Drama (#3) by Tessa Bailey
Randomly picked this short book up in my library and it made for a pleasant read. Definitely one to get you out of a reading slump, or if you want a book to read on a lazy Sunday.
Three Days in June by Anne Tyler
Currently reading the third instalment in The Maid series!
