@nuria_the_bookworm shares her March reading list

There’s something about reading that has always felt like coming home to me. No matter what kind of day I’m having, opening a book feels like stepping into a different world where time slows down a little (when I’m not in a reading slump lol). I love how books allow you to experience lives you have never lived, emotions you did not know you could feel, and stories that stay with you long after the final page. Reading has always been one of those quiet joys in my life, the kind that asks for nothing more than a cosy corner and a little bit of time.

March, for me, feels like a transitional month. It carries a softer energy. It is no longer the very beginning of the year, but it still holds that gentle feeling that anything could happen. My March TBR reflects that mood perfectly. These are stories about identity, secrets, history, nostalgia, and the complicated ways people find their way back to themselves.

Here is what I am hoping to read this month.

Susan Lewis has a way of writing emotionally rich stories that explore complicated family dynamics and difficult truths. The Lost Innocence feels like one of those books that slowly unravels layers of the past, revealing how choices and secrets ripple through people’s lives. It feels like the kind of emotionally gripping read that you sink into when you are in the mood for something thoughtful and reflective.

This book immediately drew me in because it is set in a bookstore, which already feels like a good sign. The story follows a young woman working in a dusty bookshop in New York, surrounded by literary mysteries and eccentric characters. It gives off a slightly magical, bookish atmosphere that feels perfect for a cozy reading month. If you love stories about books within books, this one already feels like a strong contender.

This is one I am genuinely excited about. The story follows Simon, a teenager navigating identity, friendship, and an anonymous email romance. What makes this book so loved is its sincerity. It is about finding the courage to be yourself, even when that feels terrifying. If I had to recommend one book from this list that feels uplifting and comforting, this would definitely be one of them.

I have always had a soft spot for historical fiction, especially stories set during the Second World War. Daughters of War follows three sisters living in Nazi occupied France, each navigating survival, resistance, and impossible choices. Books like this tend to be emotional, atmospheric, and deeply immersive. If you enjoy historical fiction that blends personal stories with powerful historical moments, this one already feels like a standout.

Sometimes you just want a book that feels light, nostalgic, and a little dramatic in the best way. The Reunion brings together old friends who have not seen each other in years, forcing them to confront old memories, unresolved tension, and who they have become since then. It feels like the kind of book that is perfect when you want something engaging but easy to read.

The Case of the Imaginary Detective by Karen Joy Fowler  

This might be the most intriguing book on my list. Karen Joy Fowler is known for writing clever and slightly unconventional stories, and this one blends mystery with literary fiction in a really unique way. It explores imagination, storytelling, and the ways we construct narratives about our own lives. It feels like the kind of book that might surprise me the most this month.

If I had to highlight a few books from this TBR that I am especially excited about, it would probably be Love, Simon, Daughters of War, and The Secret of Lost Things. Each of them offers something a little different. Warmth, emotional depth, and pure bookish vibes.

Ultimately, this is what I love most about putting together a monthly TBR. It is less about strict reading plans and more about curating a mood. March’s mood, for me, feels reflective, a little nostalgic, and full of stories about identity, memory, and connection.

And honestly, if even two or three of these books become new favorites, I will consider this reading month a success.