My 2025 Reading Wrap Up
Another reading year in the books, literally. 2025 was full of great reads, a few disappointments, and lots of strong opinions. I wanted this wrap up to be a one stop post that answers all the questions I usually get and breaks down my reading stats for the year.
If you’re curious about what I read, how my ratings shook out, or what trends defined my year, this one’s for you.
I read 124 books in 2025 and I gave the books an average rating of 3.6 stars. I read a total of 44,316 pages and I read on 200 days of the year!
I completed 3 of my 5 yearly reading goals
✓ Read 100 Books
✓ Complete a Monthly TBR Jar Challenge
✓ Complete 4 mini challenges
X Reread Throne of Glass
X Shorten my Physical TBR
My top 5 books of 2025 were:
Summer in the City by Alex Aster
This was was hands-down my favorite book of 2025. Getting an ARC for this book (thank you, HarperCollins!) genuinely made my week, and somehow it still managed to completely live up to the hype. This is such a beautifully written romance, I felt everything while reading it and genuinely couldn’t put it down. I read it in one sitting, and there was a lot of screaming, laughing, and tears involved. I fell in love with the characters immediately and was rooting for them the entire time. The prose is whimsical and romantic, with a writing style that lets days bleed together and creates a montage like feel of their relationship, which I personally loved. It might not work for everyone, but for me it was perfect.
Slipstream by Madge Maril
I absolutely adored Slipstream. This was such a cute, thoughtful romance with characters who actually communicate, which immediately won me over. The storyline kept me interested from start to finish, and I found myself feeling genuinely giddy the entire time I was reading it.
Accomplice to The Villain by Hannah Nicole Maher
This was an amazing read. I was completely invested in the story from start to finish, and the ending genuinely shocked me. The tension and momentum kept building in a way that made it impossible to put down. If you loved the earlier books in this series, you’ll absolutely love this installment as well. A highly recommended continuation of an already strong series.
Alchemy of Secrets by Stephanie Garber
I absolutely loved this book! It was magical, mysterious, and felt completely unique from anything else I’ve read. Holland was such a compelling main character, and I loved her adventurous spirit and determination. The story kept surprising me, and that ending genuinely shocked me in the best way. I’m beyond excited to see where the next books in the series go from here.
The Second Death of Locke by V.L. Bovalino
This is an amazing romantasy that completely gripped me from the very first page. The story packs a ton of plot and romance into a single book, which I loved, especially since it’s a standalone and not part of a long, drawn out series. The characters are fantastic, the magic system is unique and so cool, and the supporting cast feels like family. An all-around immersive read that I highly recommend.
I read 102 different authors in 2025. My most read authors were:
Ali Hazelwood (6 Books)
Frankie Diane Mallis, (5 Books)
Tessa Bailey (4 Books)
My favorite author of the year was also my most read author, Ali Hazelwood. I also really enjoyed Bailey Hannah books, as well as Tessa Bailey.
My top 3 most read genres of 2025 were:
Romance, 42 Books
Romantasy, 19 Books
Fantasy, 15 Books
And as for how I read, I read:
65 Physical books
46 Audiobooks
13 E books
Ratings breakdown
Here’s how my ratings shook out:
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 stars): 5
⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4 stars): 74
⭐⭐⭐ (3 stars): 36
⭐⭐ (2 stars): 8
⭐ (1 star): 1
The Worst Book of the Year
My only one-star read of the year was Moderation by Elaine Castillo, and it would have been a strong DNF if I hadn’t been reading it for a challenge. The tech-focused premise felt boring and wildly overhyped, especially when the book itself admits that what’s being presented as revolutionary is something you could experience at a local mall. What bothered me most, though, was the repeated use of rape and violence purely for shock value, these moments felt forced, unnecessary, and added nothing meaningful to the story. Trauma, especially sexual violence, shouldn’t be used casually to provoke a reaction, and here it felt deeply mishandled. On top of that, the romance was practically nonexistent, and the main character lacked any real personality, making it impossible to buy into a love story that boiled down to her overanalyzing her boss being decent to her. Overall, this book missed the mark for me on every level and firmly earned its one-star rating.
Questions I get every year
Did you have a reading slump?
Surprisingly, no major slump this year. I definitely had slower weeks and a couple of months where I relied more on audiobooks, but I never fully fell out of reading.
Were you a mood reader or a TBR follower?
Very much a mood reader. While I set goals and challenges for myself, most of my reading was driven by vibes, availability, and what I felt like picking up that day.
Did any genres surprise you?
Romantasy really held its ground for me this year. I also found myself enjoying lighter romances more than expected, especially during busier months. This year I also read the most Sci-Fi books over any other year.
2025 was such a fun and diverse reading year. I read so many incredible books, discovered new favorites, and even if a few didn’t land, each read taught me something about my tastes and what I enjoy in a story. I loved revisiting familiar genres, exploring new series, and really savoring books that made me laugh, cry, or scream in excitement. Overall, this year reminded me why I love reading so much. I am super excited to dive into 2026!