2025 was a great year for readers everywhere. Books usually bring fresh stories into our lives and give us moments to laugh, think, dream, or serve as a way of escape. Across fantasy, romance, and contemporary fiction, readers on Goodreads added new titles to their shelves, showing which stories stood out in a busy year of releases.
Here are the top 5 popular books of 2025
Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros
This book became one of the most loved titles of the year. Its mix of magic, action, and emotional moments kept readers turning pages again and again. Onyx Storm led Goodreads lists with millions of readers adding it to their shelves, proving its place at the top of 2025.
Sunrise on the Reaping by Suzanne Collins
Suzanne Collins returned to a world fans have long cared about with this new story. Sunrise on the Reaping gave readers a fresh look at familiar characters and made them rethink everything they thought they knew. Its strong storytelling and deep world pulled in almost two million Goodreads users.
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Great Big Beautiful Life by Emily Henry
Emily Henry’s book gave readers a heartfelt and thoughtful story about life, love, and purpose. It became a favourite among those who love contemporary fiction that feels real and moving. Many readers added it to their shelves and shared their love for its warm and grounded characters.
Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid
In this story of ambition and connection, Taylor Jenkins Reid took readers on a journey beyond Earth and into deeper human dreams. Atmosphere earned strong praise and a place among the year’s most popular books on Goodreads for its emotional depth and bold themes.
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The Crash by Freida McFadden
For those who enjoy thrillers, The Crash delivered suspense and tension from start to finish. Freida McFadden’s story kept readers gripped with its mystery and emotional twists, making it one of the most talked-about reads in 2025.
These titles became part of readers’ daily lives and conversations this year. As we step into a new year with more great books ahead, these bestselling favourites show just how powerful a good story can be, even in this new world.
