Anna Bonet's 10 Best Books Read This Year - THE Ipaper

"For a year in which the barrage of headlines around fading reading habits had us fervently discussing the place of books in modern society, I can't help but feel the books themselves told a very different story. I can't remember a year where so many releases made such a profound impact beyond the usual circles of those who read.From scathing, state-of-the-nation satires that made us sit up and pay attention to non-fiction that carried real world-consequences and held power to account, 2025 is a year to feel hopeful about the continued relevance and importance of books. Not to mention the pleasurable reading experiences the year has offered: some releases were huge and ambitious, others quiet and exact, but all those selected here remind us what exactly books can still offer…"