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What I’ve Been Reading In 2025 📚💭

Here is my 2025 Reading Update!

I’ve been so lucky to have so many wonderful reads! There have been a few duds, but overall I’ve read a ton I enjoyed!

My favorite reads so far this year (in no particular order):

📖The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah

📖The Way of Kings by Brandon Sanderson

📖The Bond That Burns by Briar Boleyn

📖Rebel Witch by Kristin Ciccarelli

#lemon8bookclub #readersoflemon8 #bookish #bookreviewer #readingrecommendations

2025/5/8 Edited to

What an incredible reading journey 2025 has been already! I've been so lucky to dive into some truly captivating stories, and I'm thrilled to share a bit more about what made these books stand out and how you can discover your own literary treasures on Lemon8. Beyond 'The Nightingale,' which offered such a powerful and emotional historical narrative, and 'The Way of Kings,' a masterpiece of 'great worldbuilding' for any fantasy fan, I've found a few other gems worth highlighting. For those who enjoy something a bit edgy, 'The Bond That Burns' is definitely 'dark & twisty with lots of spice' – it pulls you in and doesn't let go! And 'Rebel Witch' brought a unique magic system and a compelling protagonist that kept me turning pages. But the reading adventures don't stop there! From covers I've seen, 'The House in the Cerulean Sea' is another heartwarming read that's often called a cozy fantasy, perfect for when you need a feel-good story. If you're into romance, 'Heartstopper' delivers a 'swoonworthy romance' that proves 'every book in this series is so good!' For thriller enthusiasts, 'The Silent Patient' is 'unpredictable & fast paced,' making it a real page-turner. I also spotted 'A perfect beach read' review for 'The Summer I Turned Pretty' series – ideal for light, summery vibes. And who can resist 'witty banter & laugh out loud moments' in a good romance, like some of the Bridgerton books I've seen featured? If you're wondering how to find your next favorite read on Lemon8, it's easier than you think! I love exploring hashtags like #lemon8bookclub, #readersoflemon8, #bookish, and #readingrecommendations to see what others are buzzing about. You can also search for specific genres or moods – whether you're craving 'swoonworthy romance,' a 'dark & twisty' thriller, or a book with 'great pacing & a unique magic system,' there's a community sharing just that. Following other book reviewers is a fantastic way to stumble upon new authors and series that you might not have found otherwise. Keep an eye out for other '2025 reading update' posts as the year goes on! I hope this gives you even more inspiration for your own reading list. Happy reading, Lemon8 fam!

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