In this video, I’m walking you through the worst books I read in 2025—aka the titles that just did not work for me, for a mix of plot issues, character choices that made no sense, and writing that kept pulling me out of the story. And as always: to each their own. I’m never here to yuck anyone’s yum, but I *am* here to be honest about what didn’t connect for me and why, especially if you’re trying to curate your TBR with a specific vibe in mind. I talk through the common dealbreakers that landed these books on my “worst of” list—things like messy pacing, underdeveloped relationships, and stories that promise one tone and deliver another. If you love my content for the academia-leaning, bookish mood (and you know I’m picky about character work and payoff), this is basically a little roadmap of what I personally try to avoid. And I’d love to hear where you agree or disagree—if you’ve read any of these, tell me your experience and whether they worked for you.