Book Reviews
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Discover 10 books that explore gratitude in all its forms, from heartwarming stories about love, friendship, and family to thought-provoking reads that make you appreciate life, choice, and perspective. This curated list includes a mix of genres and moods, helping you slow down, reflect, and feel thankful even in challenging or emotional moments. Perfect for…
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December reading did not go exactly as planned, but it delivered one unexpected favorite and plenty of strong opinions. In this December 2025 reading wrap up, I share what I read, what surprised me, what disappointed me, and how my TBR completely went off the rails.
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✨ 2026 Goals | Reading Under the Northern Lights ✨ The start of a new year always makes me a little reflective. I love looking back at what the past year brought. Since Reading Under the Northern Lights officially launched in November 2025, it may look small from the outside, but to me it feels…
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Feeling lonely this season? This installment of Books for Every Mood explores powerful, comforting, and thought-provoking books about loneliness, isolation, and finding connection. From quiet nature-filled solitude to post-apocalyptic survival, psychological horror, and hopeful stories of unexpected companionship, these recommendations offer the perfect reads for when you’re feeling disconnected and in need of a story…
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In my review of Golden Son by Pierce Brown, I share my unpopular opinion that I didn’t enjoy the book despite its popularity. While I appreciated the engaging plot and fast pacing, I found a lack of character development and emotional connection problematic. Ultimately, I rated it 3 out of 5 stars.
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November was a mixed bag for my reading. Some hyped books fell short, leaving me more critical than usual. The highlight? “The September House” was a captivating haunted tale that totally nailed it for me!
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✨ Low-Stress Reads to Recharge When You’re Feeling Burned Out ✨ Welcome to the first post in my new series, Books for Every Mood. To kick things off, I want to share books that are perfect for times when you are feeling burned out. Many of us experience burnout at one point in our lives…
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✨Exploring Emotions Through Stories ✨ Books have an incredible ability to meet us exactly where we are emotionally. They can lift our spirits, make us laugh, soothe our stress, or make us feel understood in moments when we don’t have the words ourselves. That’s why I’m so excited to introduce a brand-new series here on…
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✨Books to Read when You are Snowed In: 2025 Winter and Christmas Book Recommendations ✨ As the weather gets colder and the holidays approach, it’s the perfect time to curl up with a great book. I’ve put together 10 winter book recommendations in two cozy categories: I’ve included a mix of well-known favorites and hidden…
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✨Welcome to Reading Under the Northern Lights ✨ This is a cozy little corner for readers who love to wander through stories of every kind. If immersive worlds, eerie tales, and the occasional emotional gut-punch are your thing, you’re in exactly the right place. I couldn’t be more excited to kick things off by sharing…