A witchy romance just for October. Much too spicy for my liking, and the spicy scenes were awkward. The ending came fast and wrapped up too nicely. Ugh. Book #82 in 2025 ⭐️⭐️

Oh this was amazing! I am a true sociologist and found this so fascinating. To get this kind of insight into sociopathy is rare. “What are sociopaths? ….Human beings in need of compassion.” Book #80 in 2025 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

An emotionally charged and heartfelt story about women who found strength in each other while escaping abuse. Their secrets weren‘t signs of weakness or wrongdoing, but reflections of the pain they carried and the lives they had survived. Those experiences became the driving force that pushed them to protect and uplift other women. The underground network they built was inspiring. Book #80 in 2025 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Fast paced and full of emotional action. I tore through this book faster than I wanted because I couldn‘t put it down. I can‘t wait for book 4 later this year, because I neeeeed closure! Book #79 in 2025⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

A heartbreaking yet beautifully written story told through dual POVs. It follows a brother learning to live with the disappearance of his sister, and the sister who vanished at four years old and was raised by another family—loved, but never with the deep bond she should have had with her own. The writing pulls you in with its raw honesty and emotional depth. Book #78 in 2025 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Sparks delivers another emotional story, but this one dragged on and on.I felt bad for Russ even when his whining made him hard to like.For such a long book, the other characters deserved more depth.Vivian will always be the villain, but I wanted more of who she was.I also would‘ve loved to get to know Marge and Liz.Emily is painted through rose colored glasses and I love the support she gave Russ, but she had no depth either.Book#77 in 2025⭐️⭐️⭐️

I went into this one with higher hopes. Every time Evelyn and Arden find each other, is intense and emotional. And each time, he takes her life. The concept and writing are beautifully morbid, but the ending and the why fell flat for me. Book #76 in 2026 ⭐️⭐️⭐️

A super cute book about comedians who fake date and of course fall in love. Full of witty jokes and banter, a little predictable. A dual time line and dual POVs, but easy to follow. Meyer sounds like an absolute dream and Farley is clever and hilarious. Book #75 of 2025 ⭐️⭐️⭐️

A gripping story about the accident that almost killed actor Jeremy Renner in 2023. He details what happened and how it‘s affected his life. Jeremy takes a horribly tragic accident and instead of making it about him, he talked about its impact on his family and friends. It was very moving. He‘s candid and gets graphic, so just beware. This was raw and heartfelt, I‘m glad he‘s healed and pulled through the way he has. Book#74 in 2025 ⭐️⭐️⭐️

A beautiful gothic novel that begins in Spain in 1532. And it‘s about vampires. Not like Dracula, but stunning beings who search for something more. An epic story that goes past 500 pages and makes you feel everything. I‘ve been waiting for VES to give us something akin to Addie LaRue and she‘s finally done it!!! Book #73 in 2025 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Despite the title, Hamnet is really Agnes‘ story. A dual storyline, one that traces her life with Shakespeare, from their meeting through their marriage and children. The other is told through Hamnet‘s eyes as his sister grows ill. Once he dies, the last third of the book comes as scattered moments of Agnes and Judith‘s grief. Still, the novel is beautifully written, even if its format feels uneven. Book #72 in 2025

I picked this up with a friend after hearing about the upcoming movie adaptation. In typical CoHo style, the writing was simple and bingeable—I would‘ve finished it in a single sitting if I wasn‘t buddy-reading. The relationships were maddening, especially Morgan‘s stubborn refusal to communicate with her daughter. And Clara? Her level of angst was downright ridiculous, and her interactions with Miller felt completely unrealistic.Book #71 in 2025

I‘ve been waiting for AP to give us something as good as Dead Romantics, and she finally did it. I loved everything in this book. It‘s beautiful and sad and just lovely. Book #69 in 2025 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

The story follows Isla from about age 8 through adulthood as she spends her summers in Puerto Rico with extended family and school years with her alcoholic mother in New Jersey. This was a long narrative of generational trauma and familial secrets. I enjoyed the ending and all of its revelations. Book #68 in 2025 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

A beautiful story with dual storylines in 1911 and 2011. I don‘t feel like the storylines connected well. Sarah found Anna‘s diary, but her storyline didn‘t really add much overall. I might seek out a few more books about Ireland though, I think Maeve Binchy is calling my name again. Book #67 in 2025 ⭐️⭐️⭐️

A whimsical book about people with magical powers who can help you forget bad memories sounds good, however there was zero world building and the writing is simple and very confusing. I‘m not sure if it‘s because it‘s translated, but this completely missed the mark for me. Book #66 in 2025 ⭐️⭐️

I really like the premise of this book. Who doesn‘t yearn for a magical bookshop where the book chooses you?! The bookshop also cultivated lasting friendships between unlikely characters. A good summer evening read. Book #65 in 2025⭐️⭐️⭐️

This is a story about learning to live again, following Lenny as she navigates grief. Miles is the lifeboat she didn‘t know she needed. I laughed at Lenny‘s witty retorts and cried ugly tears with her several times. This book wrecked me and also healed my heart at the same time. Book #64 in 2025 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

A good read about publishing through the POV of Nora, a young wannabe editor who finds herself in a slump. I enjoyed her mental health acknowledgement but wish she would‘ve had her bootstrap moment much sooner. The end of the back came on fast and felt rushed. Book #63 in 2025

A heartbreaking story about a couple whose love is overshadowed by a secret- her terminal illness, which she hides from the start. While emotional, the plot fell predictable, and the characters didn‘t leave much of an impression. Not a standout book, but an easy weekend, read. Book #62 in 2025

A raw and harrowing glimpse into the life of one of Hollywood‘s most beloved actresses. She alludes to being molested by her stepfather, who also subjected her to relentless emotional abuse throughout her childhood and early adulthood. It‘s clear this trauma shaped her struggles with men and relationships. Not an easy read—especially hearing her narrate her own story—but a powerful one. Book #61 in 2025

This was a very cool book!!!! Super science and sci-fi, I nerded out hard. I absolutely could not follow the math and calculations, but I didn‘t need to because they were explained throughout!! Dr. Grace is extremely smart, but his character is balanced with wit and humor. I laughed out loud so many times, especially toward the last third of the book as his friendship with Rocky grew. I cannot wait for the movie!! Book #60 in 2025

I appreciated the writing style—it reminded me of Frederik Backman, with each chapter offering a third-person look into a different character‘s inner world. But the story and characters fell flat. They were unlikable, and not just because they came from old-money New York. The author‘s attempt to humanize them through philanthropy felt forced and unrealistic. Book #59 in 2025

Is the woman in the title supposed to be Jac, Faye, or Angela? All three were unhinged. Jac was infuriating—too impulsive and hotheaded. I also don‘t understand this recurring theme in books where mothers are ashamed of their daughters for wanting to become writers. That just doesn‘t ring true to anything I‘ve personally seen or experienced. Why do so many authors keep writing it this way? Book #58 in 2025

I expected more from her. She talked a lot about having a story to tell, but didn‘t actually share much of it. The book felt more like a collection of perspectives than a cohesive narrative. It‘s marketed as a memoir, but early on she claims it‘s not one because she‘s not old enough to write a memoir—so it‘s unclear what this book is really meant to be. Book #57 in 2025 (I messed up my sketch 🤦🏼‍♀️)

Oh man this one tore at my heart; grief that lingers across generations and stitched back together with love. The writing is beautiful with likable characters and full of magic. This might be my favorite EH book, and I‘m late to the game since it came out in 2017. Book #56 in 2025

Medea‘s story is one full of tragedy. She just wanted to be loved, she was hurt by everyone who was supposed to or promised to do so. She didn‘t want to be a destroyer. “She chose the path of hate because nobody showed her another route.” Book #55 in 2025

TJR is another automatic read, so are audiobooks read by Julia Whalen. This was amazing. I love when TJR picks a subject, dives headfirst into research, and then weaves a fantastic story that‘s both educational and fictional gold. This is hands-down, my favorite TJR book, possibly my favorite book of the year. Book #54 in 2025

I knew what to expect going into this, but it was pretty darn raunchy. An enemy to lovers sex worker (OnlyFans, not hooker) and son of a mobster. The trigger warnings made the book sound cooler than it actually was, but it ended up just being a lot of voyeur sex and the word kink a hundred times. Book #53 in 2025

Centered on a true crime podcast, this story takes a sharp turn when the interviewer becomes the interviewee. It‘s an edge-of-your-seat thriller with short, punchy chapters. Easy to read (or listen to) and packed with nonstop action. Book #52 in 2025

Steeped in grief and unfolds at a slow pace, this saga follows two timelines that intersect occasionally but never feel fully connected until the end. Set in India but centered on a Christian family, the religious focus felt a bit out of place given the country‘s Hindu and Muslim majority. The writing is rich with vivid descriptions and thoughtful character development. It‘s a dense, emotional read with moments of real beauty.Book #51 in2025

A bit predictable, but I loved every word. KC remains one of my favorite authors—she nails the right mix of humor, heart, and characters that feel real. I flew through it in less than a day and enjoyed every minute. Book #50 in 2025

Backman is an author I‘ll read without question, and this book was no exception. His characters are the kind that linger long after the story ends—flawed, lovable, and profoundly human. The life lessons are woven in with humor and heart, making me laugh and cry in equal measure. It‘s a reminder that love often finds us where we least expect it, and that family is more than just blood. Book #49 in 2025

I grew up listening to ALOT of JT, so this was a very natural pick for my monthly biography. I just wish it were longer. I had no idea about his connection to The Beatles. It‘s a miracle JT is still alive today after hearing about all he got into in the 60-70s. Book #48 in 2025

I had high hopes for this book after reading the author‘s introduction, though it didn‘t quite deliver. I‘m not really into kink, and while the book promised it, it was really just some light BDSM. I‘m also over the kind of story where we get a smart female lead who still has to be rescued by a big, strong man. That trope feels tired and overdone. Book #47 in 2025

A lot of action, adventure, and Isla finding herself through her strengths and abilities. The timeline jumps between present day and before the Centennial, giving more backstory with Isla and Grim. And of course, it ends on a big cliffhanger. I want to read the final book right away, but I‘ll probably wait awhile. Book #46 in 2025

Enchanting and beautifully written. PCH‘s prose is almost lyrical—each line feels intentional and artful. I‘m already planning to reread it just to highlight and annotate all the stunning passages that have stayed with me. Book #45 in 2025 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

And finally, Henry‘s story—a slow burn with tension that builds for over half the book. Not as spicy as the others, but satisfying and emotionally rewarding. Book #44 in 2025

Unreliable narrators are what FM is good at, so I knew right away not to trust Dawn, Mia, or Natalie. The planning on this one is purely diabolical. I enjoyed every minute reading this book. Book #43 in 2025

I loved this book! Several GREAT quotes..
“Surely her purpose in life wasn‘t simply to read as many books as possible.” Wait what?
“I guess I left the window open, there‘s rain all over my face.”
Unfortunate Gaiman name drop though. Book #42 in 2025

Another highly recommended, plotless book. It‘s just a story of their lives, with too much detail on the mundane and no depth into the main life events. The FMC is unlikable, and I felt nothing for her when negative things happen to her. This book was much too long and dragged on. The first half was boring, the second half picked up a little bit. Book #41 in 2025

A hilarious book about a woman going through menopause. It‘s not just 300 pages of complaining — it‘s sharp, funny, and relatable. I really enjoyed it, even though I‘m not quite at that stage yet. My kids are still young, but it gave me plenty of laughs and things to think about for the future. Book #40 in 2025

The narrative shifts back and forth in a confusing way, and I couldn't get a clear sense of perspective. The plot felt nonexistent, the tone was gloomy, and the characters were unlikable. Their letter rants irrelevant, and the sex scenes were awkward to read. It‘s basically about two women stuck in cycles of depression and self-sabotage. Book #39 in 2025

I love a good romance, and this was absolutely amazing. Just a little bit of spice and so much emotion. Abby is one of my favorite automatic-read authors, and I didn‘t realize how much I needed this story. Book #38 in 2025

I grew up watching Family Matters and this was a great flashback. He talks about how tough it was to get cast again after Urkel, all while driving an Aston Martin—Hollywood irony at its finest. You can tell his parents raised him with solid values, and that grounded perspective really comes through. It‘s one of those tell-alls my generation didn‘t know we needed. Book #37 in 2025

A slow start, but it quickly picks up. Geeta‘s wit shines, and the sisterhood she builds with Saloni, Farah, Priya, and Preity is fierce and unforgettable. A bold, layered story that dives into caste and justice—with some very satisfying payback. Book #36 in 2025

I never fully connected with this story, and I think that‘s largely due to the writing style. The storytelling felt disjointed and lacked a natural flow. The premise was intriguing, but if it hadn‘t been the library‘s book club pick, I probably wouldn‘t have finished it. Book #35 in 2025

Another epic tale that was full of action, drama, and smut. Too smutty for me, I skipped through those scenes after the first one. This was the story Nesta needed and deserved. I loved the Valkyries and their bond. Book #34 in 2025

The fun sequel I‘ve been waiting for. GUP is back and I loved him just as much as before. His humor is on par and his witty rules of life are what I needed. “He was done being sad” 💜Book #33 in 2025