Books I Read in January – My Reviews & Ratings
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January was a fantastic reading month! I dived into some fantasy, romance, and adventure-filled books, and I’m excited to share my thoughts. Whether you love epic fantasy, enemies-to-lovers romance, or mythology-inspired stories, there’s something here for you!
Below are the books I read this month, along with my thoughts, ratings, and where you can find them.
📖 The Cursed Kingdom Series – ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 Stars)
This series completely hooked me!From the rich world-building to the intriguing characters**, I couldn’t put it down. It has everything I love—magic, adventure, and romance—with plenty of plot twists to keep you turning the pages. If you love gripping fantasy with high stakes, this is a must-read!
📖 Lightlark by Alex Aster – ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4 Stars)
This one took me a bit to get into because it’s not written in first person, which I’m more used to. But once I got past that, I really enjoyed the story! The world of Lightlark is fascinating, filled with powerful rulers, dangerous secrets, and unexpected betrayals. If you like YA fantasy with a unique twist, you’ll enjoy this one!
📖 The Empyrean Series by Rebecca Yarros – ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 Stars)
This series was amazing! I laughed, I cried, and I fell in love with the characters. It’s an intense, action-packed fantasy romance with dragons, magic, and heart-pounding battles. The world-building is incredible, and the characters are so well-developed. Onyx Storm was my favorite book in the series—it had so many emotions and unforgettable moments! If you love romantic fantasy with strong female leads, this is a must-read!
📖 Hades & Persephone Series by Scarlett St. Clair – ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 Stars)
I’ve read the first four books in this series, and I am obsessed! It’s a spicy, addictive, and beautifully written retelling of the Hades & Persephone myth. The chemistry between them is 🔥🔥🔥, and the world-building adds so much depth. If you love mythology retellings with plenty of steam, this series is for you!
📖 The Songbird and the Heart of Stone by Carissa Broadbent – ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 Stars)
This is book three in the Crowns of Nyaxia series, but I read it as a standalone since it follows a new main character. Even without reading the first two books, I still highly recommend it! It’s more emotional and heart-wrenching than the previous books in the series, but I loved every second of it. If you want a beautifully written fantasy romance that will make you feel all the emotions, this is the one.
Final Thoughts
January was filled with incredible reads, and I’m so happy with my book choices this month! If you’ve read any of these books, let me know your thoughts in the comments! And if you have any book recommendations for me, drop them below—I’m always looking for my next great read.
📚 What books did you read in January?Let’s chat in the comments!
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