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First read of the year. First five star of 2025. This is a beautiful story of discovering love in different spaces: family, friendship, and romance. The past of others does not write someone else's future.

A big thank you to @MeganAnn for great the #auldlangspine recommendation!

@monalyisha

Every bit as good as expected. Val believes her family is cursed—no one ever has any luck with love, something particularly devastating for someone who loves Valentine‘s Day…until she doesn‘t. Is she really fated to never find true love? She wonders & it‘s a question that comes into sharper focus when she meets a pair of cute lion dancers. Family secrets, friendship, falling into love (maybe?!?) combine in a wonderful story. An entertaining read.

Yang‘s stories never disappoint so I‘m anticipating a good read. 🤞

Sending hugs! This is an oldie but a goodie. Some of the characters are reluctant to hug, but knowing it's a delivery makes it okay.

This is a cute book for babies and toddlers. #ISpyBingoOctober @Clwojick @TheAromaofBooks

This is an absolutely delightful young adult graphic novel, both the artwork and the story! I loved being immersed in the Asian culture and though I don‘t normally enjoy romance, I found this to be a believable and heartfelt love story. All about Valentine‘s Day, family, abandonment, but also showing up, lion dancing, second chances, friends, Rome and more! I was charmed. For Heartstopper fans.

“I love thee to the depth and breadth and height my soul can reach…”

How Do I Love Thee? is a warm, beautiful book that helps kids see how love can be all around them. It‘s great for bedtime or for any time you want to feel close to someone special.

This is a sweet book about love, inspired by a famous poem. It follows a little girl who shows her love for everything around her. With simple words and colorful pictures, this book helps kids understand what it feels like to love deeply.