Reading challenge 2025: My January 2025 Reads

Kicking Off the Year with a Literary Feast

Every year, I set myself a reading challenge of 60 books, pushing me to read more than I otherwise would. Winter is a great time to curl up and get stuck into a variety of books, and this month has been no exception. Here’s what I read to start off my reading challenge 2025:

January – Reading challenge 2025


  1. Good Material – Dolly Alderton
    A witty, heartfelt novel exploring relationships and breakups with Alderton’s signature humour and keen observations. I borrowed this book from a friend after receiving lots of recommendations, and it definitely lived up to the hype.
  2. The Walnut Tree: Women, Violence and the Law – A Hidden History – Kate Morgan
    A fascinating and often unsettling deep dive into the legal history of women’s rights and how laws have shaped women’s lives through the ages.
  3. The God of the Woods – Liz Moore
    A gripping mystery set in an elite summer camp, blending family drama, secrets, and a slow-burning investigation.
  4. The Drowning Game – Barbara Nickless
    A fast-paced thriller with a compelling, resourceful protagonist facing intense danger and unexpected twists.
  5. Listen for the Lie – Amy Tintera
    A suspenseful psychological thriller with an narrator that kept me guessing until the very end- perfect for those who love a true crime podcast.
  6. There’s Something About Mira – Sonali Dev
    A delightful and heartfelt romance packed with warmth, complex family dynamics, and engaging characters. A book that should definitely be made into a film!
  7. Funny Story – Emily Henry
    Another winner from Henry, full of wit, charm, and the kind of contemporary romance that’s both comforting and compelling.
  8. Glamorous Notions – Megan Chance
    A gripping historical thriller exploring themes of identity, deception, reinvention, and survival. With its richly drawn characters and tense storytelling, it’s a compelling read for fans of slow-burn suspense and historical intrigue.

Some of these were Amazon Prime First Reads, a little-known perk where you can get one or two free Kindle books each month—I only discovered it recently and have already found some great reads!

January has set the bar high for my reading challenge 2025. I’m always on the lookout for recommendations—what books have you loved recently? Have you read any of these? What books kicked off your year?

If you’re looking for more book-themed posts, check out my other reading round-ups and reading challenge 2025 recommendations here.

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