The Stack

My curated roundup of over 100 books I’ve devoured this year. Heavy on thrillers, some standout romance fiction, and a little bit of non-fiction recommendations. Dive into my top picks and hope you discover your next great read!

Thrillers

Edge-of-your-seat twists and dark secrets in Freida McFadden and Mary Kubica novels like “The Housemaid.” Perfect for psychological thriller fans craving shocking endings.

Romance

Heartfelt modern love stories by Abby Jimenez and Emily Henry, like “Funny Story" — beach reads with swoony, meetcute tropes.

Cozy Mysteries

LIght whodunits with witty sleuths and small-town charm in Julie Mulhern series like “Clouds in My Coffee.” Top cozy reads for relaxing puzzles.

Fantasy/Romantasy

Dragons, magic, and steamy mates in Rebecca Yarros’s “Fourth Wing” series. Hottest 2025 fantasy romance trends.

the one ten > reads [2025]

Out of 110 books read this year, my bonus December edition of the one ten spotlights the must-reads that rose above the rest. Discover the stories and ideas that demand your attention.

Novel/Fiction

Compelling characters, imaginative worlds, and emotionally driven narratives. These books invite readers to escape, reflect, and experience the full range of human emotion through storytelling.

Nonfiction/Self-Help

Personal growth with timeless strategies for mindset, habits, and success, from finance mastery to emotional resilience to inspire actionable change.

Historical Fiction

Past eras with resilient tales like Kristin Hannah’s “The Women.” Top 2025 stories of history’s unsung heroes

Other

Unique reads that don’t fit neatly into standard categories—standalone gems for curious readers.