We reflect on our holiday reading experiences and recap our ambitious goals for 2024. Join us as we discuss our favorite books, share insights into reading strategies, and anticipate exciting upcoming releases to fill our TBRs.

Emily's Mentions (we know there were many)

• The Natural Series by Jennifer Lynn Barnes
• Never Lie and The Housemaid Series by Freida McFadden
• I Kissed Shara Wheeler by Casey McQuiston 
• Quicksilver by Callie Hart

Abigail's Mentions

• Bull Moon Rising by Ruby Dixon
• Fourth Wing Audiobook on Hoopla
• Romantic Comedy by Curtis Sittenfeld
• Rodham by Curtis Sittenfeld

2025 Releases We're Excited About

• Flirting with Disaster by Naina Kumar
• Onyx Storm by Rebeccas Yarros
• Sunrise on the Reaping by Suzanne Collins
• Great Big Beautiful Life by Emily Henry

Join us for a Buddy Read of Onyx Storm on Storygraph! Follow us at @fabigail and @emilyrojasreads. And as always, follow us on Instagram and TikTok (while you still can) at @readirectpodcast! We love you!