Occasionally, a book grabs you by the heart, takes you on a wild ride, or lingers in your mind long after the last page. But when six such books vie for your attention at once? That’s a problem every bibliophile wants to have. Here’s a roundup of six reads from my TBR of 2025 that crosses different genres, each promising a unique experience:
1. Renegades by Marissa Meyer
Dive into a world of superheroes and villains where the line between good and evil blurs in the most intriguing ways. Marissa Meyer’s Renegades pits a resistance group of extraordinary people against a ruling superhero regime. Packed with action, questions of morality, and a budding romance, this one is for fans of imaginative world-building and fast-paced storytelling.
2. Dial A for Aunties by Jesse Q. Sutanto
Hilarious, heartwarming, and utterly chaotic, Dial A for Aunties is a rom-com-meets-murder-mystery you didn’t know you needed. When Meddy accidentally kills her blind date, her over-the-top but lovable aunties help cover it up during a wedding they’re working on. Throw in mistaken identities, romance, and humor that hits every note, and you have a book that’ll leave you grinning from ear to ear.
3. The Bodyguard by Katherine Center
What happens when a strong, independent female bodyguard is hired to protect a swoon-worthy Hollywood star? Katherine Center’s The Bodyguard flips conventional romance tropes with charm and humor. It’s not just about the sparks flying between the leads—it’s also about healing, family, and learning to open up.
4. The Candy House by Jennifer Egan
From the author of A Visit from the Goon Squad comes this dazzling and intricate web of interconnected lives. The Candy House explores a near-future world where memories can be shared and accessed like social media posts. This thought-provoking novel dives into questions of privacy, technology, and human connection, challenging readers to think deeply while enjoying Egan’s masterful storytelling.
5. A Touch of Darkness by Scarlett St. Clair
Hades and Persephone’s love story gets a steamy, modern-day retelling in A Touch of Darkness. Scarlett St. Clair brings Greek mythology into a gritty, urban fantasy world filled with magic, intrigue, and forbidden romance. If you’re a fan of dark and intense love stories, this one’s bound to cast its spell on you.
6. Kingdom of the Wicked by Kerri Maniscalco
Welcome to a gothic world of witches, demons, and murder mysteries. Kingdom of the Wicked follows Emilia, a witch seeking revenge for her twin sister’s death. As she summons a Prince of Hell, sparks fly—both literally and romantically. With its atmospheric setting and unexpected twists, this is perfect for fans of dark fantasy.
FEBRUARY READING STATS
Total Books Read This Month: 6
Average Star Rating For This Month: 4.21
Total Pages Read This Month: 2,290
Total Listening Time This Month: 71 Hours: 28 Minutes
Book of The Month: The Kingdom of the Wicked
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: Have you read any of these? Which one are you itching to pick up next? Let’s chat in the comments! 📚✨
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