Top 10 Most Popular Books in 2025

Top 10 Most Popular Adult Fiction Novels of 2025 at the Leon Valley Public Library

These are the ten novels Leon Valley readers couldn’t stop checking out, talking about, and recommending “just one more chapter” at a time in 2025.

1 - The Women by Kristin Hannah

When Frances “Frankie” McGrath joins the Army Nurse Corps during the Vietnam War, she enters a world of courage, chaos, and deep sisterhood. Returning home to a divided America proves just as challenging as the war itself in this sweeping tribute to the women whose service was too often overlooked.

Key Facts

• Genre: Historical Fiction

• Themes: War, friendship, resilience

• Tone: Emotional, immersive

• Audience: Adult

Available

• Library (Print)

• Libby eBook

• Libby Audiobook

• Hoopla (Not Available)

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2 - Battle Mountain by C.J. Box

Wyoming game warden Joe Pickett faces a dangerous adversary in the rugged backcountry. As tensions escalate and loyalties are tested, he must protect his family while navigating both wilderness and enemies.

Key Facts

• Genre: Mystery / Thriller

• Series: Joe Pickett

• Themes: Justice, survival, loyalty

• Tone: Fast-paced, action-driven

• Audience: Adult

Available

• Library (Print)

• Libby eBook

• Libby Audiobook

• Hoopla

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3 – The Crash by Freida McFadden

After a car accident during a snowstorm, a pregnant woman is rescued by a seemingly kind couple in a remote home. As she recovers, unsettling details emerge — and safety becomes a question mark.

Key Facts

• Genre: Psychological Thriller

• Themes: Isolation, deception, trust

• Tone: Tense, claustrophobic

• Audience: Adult

Available

• Library (Print)

• Libby eBook (Not Available)

• Libby Audiobook

• Hoopla (Not Available)

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4 – Never Lie by Freida McFadden

Trapped in the remote mansion of a missing psychiatrist, newlyweds discover hidden therapy recordings that reveal chilling secrets — and raise dangerous questions about who can be trusted.

Key Facts

• Genre: Psychological Thriller

• Themes: Secrets, marriage, hidden pasts

• Tone: Suspenseful, twist-heavy

• Audience: Adult

Available

• Library (Print)

• Libby eBook (Not Available)

• Libby Audiobook

• Hoopla

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5 – The Housemaid by Freida McFadden

Millie takes a live-in housemaid job hoping for a fresh start, but strange rules and locked doors hint that something is very wrong inside this home.

Key Facts

• Genre: Psychological Thriller

• Themes: Power dynamics, secrets, survival

• Tone: Dark, gripping

• Audience: Adult

Available

• Library (Print)

• Libby eBook (Not Available)

• Libby Audiobook

• Hoopla (Not Available)

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6 – Verity by Colleen Hoover

A struggling writer uncovers a manuscript filled with shocking confessions while completing a bestselling author’s series. The deeper she reads, the more dangerous the truth becomes.

Key Facts

• Genre: Romantic Suspense

• Themes: Obsession, truth, moral dilemmas

• Tone: Dark, provocative

• Audience: Adult

Available

• Library (Print)

• Libby eBook

• Libby Audiobook (Not Available)

• Hoopla

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7 – The House of Cross by James Patterson

Detective Alex Cross faces a high-stakes case that hits close to home. As pressure builds, he must confront powerful enemies while protecting those he loves.

Key Facts

• Genre: Crime Thriller

• Series: Alex Cross

• Themes: Justice, family, corruption

• Tone: High-intensity, fast-paced

• Audience: Adult

Available

• Library (Print)

• Libby eBook

• Libby Audiobook

• Hoopla (Not Available)

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8 – She Didn’t See It Coming by Shari Lapena

In a quiet suburban community, small secrets grow into something far more dangerous. As suspicion spreads and trust erodes, one shocking event forces everyone to question what they thought they knew.

Key Facts

• Genre: Domestic Thriller

• Themes: Deception, suspicion, hidden lives

• Tone: Tense, suspense-driven

• Audience: Adult

Available

• Library (Print)

• Libby eBook

• Libby Audiobook (Not Available)

• Hoopla (Not Available)

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9 – Strangers in Time by David Baldacci

Against a sweeping historical backdrop, unexpected connections form during a time of upheaval. As strangers’ lives intertwine, themes of courage, sacrifice, and hope take center stage.

Key Facts

• Genre: Historical Fiction

• Themes: Resilience, human connection, survival

• Tone: Reflective, character-focused

• Audience: Adult

Available

• Library (Print)

• Libby eBook

• Libby Audiobook

• Hoopla (Not Available)

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10 – It Ends with Us by Colleen Hoover

Lily Bloom’s relationship seems promising at first, but painful patterns from her past begin to resurface. When her first love reappears, she must confront difficult truths about love, strength, and breaking cycles.

Key Facts

• Genre: Contemporary Romance

• Themes: Relationships, growth, difficult choices

• Tone: Emotional, introspective

• Audience: Adult

Available

• Library (Print)

• Libby eBook

• Libby Audiobook

• Hoopla