I read over 60 books in 2025, and in this video I’m breaking down every single 5-star read—the stories that fully earned the “drop everything and read this ASAP” status. This is my personal “Best Books of 2025” list, so it’s not about what was most hyped; it’s about what actually delivered for me as a reader who loves big academia vibes, a little time travel, medieval fantasy atmosphere, and yes—always a sprinkle of romance when it hits just right. I also share where you can keep up with my reading life beyond YouTube, because I track everything and love chatting about picks in real time. If you want to read along with me, I’ve got multiple Fable book clubs depending on your mood—romance, mythology, dragons, and even an F1 romance corner—plus my Goodreads, Storygraph, and Letterboxd if you’re also a “books and movies are a lifestyle” person. If you’re looking for a curated list of truly top-tier reads from my year, this is the one to bookmark and build your TBR from.