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Best Books of 2025 So Far!
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items I bring you some of my favorite books published in 2025 I’ve read so far! I think you’ll love the list, there’s something for everyone.
Rebecca Yarros returns with the third installment of her Empyrean series, and it’s nothing short of electrifying. In Onyx Storm, Violet faces new political intrigues and ancient enemies, all while riding dragons through heart-pounding battles. Yarros...
Onyx Storm (Standard Edition) by Rebecca Yarros, Hardcover
Ocean Vuong’s latest novel is a poignant exploration of grief and healing. Following Hai, a young man saved from despair by an elderly woman with dementia, the story delves into themes of intergenerational trauma and the redemptive power of human con...
The Emperor of Gladness (Signed Book) by Ocean Vuong, Hardcover
In Moral Ambition, Rutger Bregman challenges readers to rethink their careers and societal roles. Drawing parallels to David Graeber’s “bullshit jobs” theory, Bregman urges individuals to pursue meaningful work that contributes positively to society....
Moral Ambition: Stop Wasting Your Talent and Start Making a ...
Published posthumously, Notes to John offers an intimate glimpse into Joan Didion’s personal struggles between 1999 and 2002. Addressed to her late husband, the diary entries reveal her battles with illness and grief. A raw and unfiltered addition to...
Notes to John by Joan Didion, Hardcover | Barnes & Noble®
Hiromi Kawakami’s novel presents a haunting vision of humanity’s future. Set in a world where survival necessitates profound biological changes, the story challenges readers to contemplate what it means to be human. Kawakami’s poetic narrative and im...
Under the Eye of the Big Bird: A Novel|Hardcover - Barnes & Noble
Daniel D’Addario’s debut novel takes readers behind the scenes of Hollywood’s awards season. Following five actresses vying for an Oscar, the story satirizes the entertainment industry’s glitz and underlying insecurities. A sharp, witty, and timely c...
The Talent: A Novel by Daniel D'Addario, Hardcover - Barnes & Noble
Amal El-Mohtar returns with a mesmerizing tale of two sisters tending to ancient trees at the edge of Faerie. When one sister falls for a fae suitor, their world unravels. With a unique magic system based on grammar and El-Mohtar’s signature lyrical ...
The River Has Roots by Amal El-Mohtar, Hardcover | Barnes & Noble®
Alice Feeney delivers another twisty psychological thriller in Beautiful Ugly. The story follows a woman who wakes up with no memory of the past year, only to discover that her life has taken a dark turn. Feeney’s signature blend of suspense and unex...
Beautiful Ugly: A Novel by Alice Feeney, Hardcover | Barnes & Noble®
Emily Henry’s latest novel is a heartfelt exploration of life’s unexpected turns. The protagonist embarks on a journey of self-discovery after a life-altering event, navigating love, loss, and personal growth. Henry’s engaging writing and relatable c...
Great Big Beautiful Life (B&N Exclusive Edition) - Barnes & Noble
Freida McFadden’s The Crash is a gripping psychological thriller that delves into the complexities of memory and identity. After a devastating car accident, the protagonist struggles to piece together the events leading up to the crash, uncovering se...
The Crash (B&N Exclusive Edition) by Freida McFadden, Paperback
Suzanne Collins returns to the world of Panem with Sunrise on the Reaping, a prequel that explores the origins of the Hunger Games. The novel delves into the early days of the Capitol’s rise to power and the events that led to the creation of the bru...
Sunrise on the Reaping (A Hunger Games Novel) - Barnes & Noble
Taylor Jenkins Reid’s Atmosphere is a captivating love story set against the backdrop of a changing world. The novel follows two individuals from different walks of life who find themselves drawn together by fate and circumstance. Reid’s evocative pr...
Atmosphere: A Love Story (Signed B&N Exclusive Edition)
Brynne Weaver’s Scythe & Sparrow is the third installment in the Ruinous Love Trilogy, continuing the epic tale of forbidden love and magical intrigue. The story follows the protagonists as they navigate treacherous alliances and uncover hidden t...
Scythe & Sparrow (B&N Exclusive Edition) (Ruinous Love Trilogy #3)
Abby Jimenez’s Say You’ll Remember Me is a heartwarming romance that explores the complexities of love and second chances. The novel follows two individuals who reconnect after years apart, navigating past hurts and present challenges to find their w...
Say You'll Remember Me (B&N Exclusive Edition) - Barnes & Noble
Grady Hendrix’s Witchcraft for Wayward Girls is a chilling horror novel that blends supernatural elements with dark humor. The story follows a group of girls at a reform school who discover their own magical abilities, leading to a series of eerie an...
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Marie Benedict’s The Queens of Crime is a captivating historical novel that delves into the lives of three pioneering women in the world of crime fiction. The book explores their personal and professional challenges, shedding light on their contribut...
The Queens of Crime: A Novel by Marie Benedict, Hardcover