Five-star books: My 12 favourite reads of 2025 so far
We’re at the half-way point of the year, so it’s time to look back at my favourite books so far in 2025.
Author: Kim Snaith
By day, I'm a writer and editor, typically writing about video games and Lego. In my free time, you'll typically find me with my nose in a book. My favourite genres are crime/thriller, although anything with an intriguing plot grounded in reality will pique my interest. I'm also an animal lover, still addicted to Friends and love being by the sea.
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My Husband’s Lies by Maryann Webb review – An easy, twisty domestic thriller
An easy, twisty read that I couldn’t put down – even in its most unbelievable moments.
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Swept Away by Beth O’Leary review: The best perilous romance you’ll read this year
Who knew that romance-disaster was the genre crossover I’d been waiting for?
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They Both Die at the End by Adam Silvera book review: An emotional tour-de-force
If you enjoy emotional narratives, this one is for you.
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Happy Place by Emily Henry review: A cosy, grounded story about love and friendships
Who doesn’t love a happy ending?
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You Killed Me First by John Marrs book review: An explosive thriller that keeps you guessing
You’ve never read an introduction as explosive as this.
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Traumaland by Josh Silver book review: A YA dystopian thriller to give Black Mirror a run for its money
How far would you go to get your memories back?
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Open Your Eyes by Heather J. Fitt book review: One for Adolescence fans
This is a very dark and disturbing read, but it’s hard to put down.
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Murder on Line One by Jeremy Vine book review: A misleading title, but an unputdownable read
An excellent novel — as long as you don’t expect a fast-paced thriller.
