February’s most borrowed books

Shortest month of the year? Yes. But rest assured there was no shortage of knee-jerking titles. It’s no surprise that quite a few romance titles appear on this list. I mean, Heated Rivalry, Quicksilver, Brimstone. Hot! Romance regularly finds its way onto my TBR, even when I swear I could use a break from it. I just can’t help myself.

Recently The Housemaid was reimagined for the big screen, and Freida McFadden has taken centre stage. With more than 2,000 checkouts on the Libby app in the last month alone, the novel has readers firmly in its grip. It’s clear the film buzz has pulled in longtime fans and curious newcomers alike. Readers simply can’t get enough of her twisty thrillers. The Housemaid’s Secret, Dear Debbie, The Intruder, The Housemaid Is Watching, The Tenant, The Housemaid’s Wedding, Never Lie and The Surrogate Mother are all trending among UK readers right now. And honestly? Fair enough.

In the nonfiction realm, growth and development are having a real moment. Readers are diving into titles like The Let Them Theory, Atomic Habits, The Psychology of Money and 101 Essays That Will Change the Way You Think.

Between the swoony romances and the bursts of personal growth, one thing’s clear: UK readers are busy reading—and they’re diving into the National Year of Reading with real enthusiasm. So really, what better moment to stack a few more reads onto your TBR?

*Title availability may vary.