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My Favorite Books 📚✨
Welcome to my little corner of literary love! Here you’ll find a collection of my favorite reads—books that have inspired, entertained, or taught me something valuable. From gripping mysteries to heartfelt memoirs, each title holds a special place in my heart. Whether you’re looking for a new escape or just curious about what makes me tick, I hope you find a gem or two to add to your own bookshelf! 📖❤️

📚 Top 25 Reads of 2025

Fiction & Literary Highlights

1. A Curse Carved in Bone by Danielle L. Jensen – A captivating fantasy tale leading the hardcover fiction bestsellers.
2. The Emperor of Gladness by Ocean Vuong – A poetic exploration of grief and beauty.
3. Great Big Beautiful Life by Emily Henry – A heartfelt romance that’s resonating with readers.
4. Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid – An epic love story set against the 1980s space shuttle program.
5. The Dream Hotel by Laila Lalami – A chilling narrative on surveillance and personal freedom.
6. Mothers and Sons by Adam Haslett – A poignant tale of family and reconciliation.
7. The Staircase in the Woods by Chuck Wendig – A haunting horror story blending nostalgia and suspense.
8. Vantage Point by Sarah Sligar – A modern Gothic tragedy with a cursed family at its center.
9. Wild Dark Shore by Charlotte McConaghy – A gripping tale of survival and nature’s fury.
10. Firstborn Girls by Bernice L. McFadden – A memoir delving into family, identity, and heritage. ELLE+2AP News+2New York Post+2The Guardian+7PenguinRandomhouse.com+7New York Post+7ELLEVogueVulture

Nonfiction & Memoirs

11. The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins – A transformative guide on personal boundaries and empowerment.
12. Mark Twain by Ron Chernow – An illuminating biography of America’s literary icon.
13. The Hollow Half by Sarah Aziza – A memoir intertwining personal healing with political history.
14. The Thinking Machine by Stephen Witt – A deep dive into the life of Nvidia’s founder and the AI revolution.
15. In Covid’s Wake by Stephen Macedo and Frances Lee – An analysis of pandemic policies and their societal impacts.
16. The Known Citizen by Sarah E. Igo – A historical exploration of privacy in modern America.
17. The Lost Orchid by Sarah Bilston – A reflective piece on translation and literary rhythms. Amazon+1AP News+1AP News+1PenguinRandomhouse.com+1PenguinRandomhouse.comVulture+1ELLE+1The New YorkerThe Atlantic

Thrillers & Mysteries

18. Don’t Let Him In by Lisa Jewell – A suspenseful tale of deceit and danger.
19. Never Flinch by Stephen King – A gripping continuation of the Holly Gibney saga.
20. Not Quite Dead Yet by Holly Jackson – A twisty thriller about a woman solving her own murder. New York Post+1Vulture+1Vulture+1New York Post+1PenguinRandomhouse.com

Fantasy & Sci-Fi

21. Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros – The latest installment in the Empyrean series, captivating fantasy enthusiasts.
22. The Knight and the Moth by Rachel Gillig – A tale of faith and vengeance in a fantastical realm.
23. The Starving Saints by Caitlin Starling – A dark fantasy exploring cannibalism and mind control.
24. The Isle In The Silver Sea by Tasha Suri – A sapphic fairy tale filled with doomed love and magic.
25. The Second Death of Locke by V. L. Bovalino – A blend of emotional intensity and magical realism. GoodreadsPeople.com

Feel free to explore these titles and discover new favorites to add to your reading list!