From a thriller that kept me up past midnight to a quiet, luminous novel told entirely in letters — February and March delivered books I'll be thinking about for a long time.

Seven stories, many emotions, and the beginning of a very casual book club.

When democracy feels fragile, it can feel impossible to carry on with business as usual. A reflection on fear, values, and why creating safe spaces matters now more than ever.

A curated list of my 2025 reads, shaped by a lifelong love of books and storytelling.