My First 5-Star Read of 2026 ⭐ | January Reading Wrap Up

Описание: Today I’m sharing everything I read in January 2026 📚🤍
I went from deeply emotional Christian fiction to YA romance reviews, thrillers, and one DNF.

I read with a Christian perspective, sharing content considerations so readers, parents, and teens can make informed choices.

In this January reading wrap up, I talk about:
Christian fiction that strengthened my faith and left a deep emotional impact
A five-star Patreon buddy read I didn’t expect to love
Our first Francine Rivers book club pick of the year
Honest YA romance reviews with content considerations
A Christian fantasy I didn’t finish
Thrillers I used as palate cleansers
Christian nonfiction reflections
And how God is shaping the future direction of my channel 🤍

If you’re looking for clean reads, faith-based book reviews, or thoughtful discussion around reading as a Christian, you’re in the right place.

00:00 - Christian Fiction
Hidden Places — Lynn Austin ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Bridge to Haven — Francine Rivers ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Through Each Tomorrow — Gabrielle Meyer ⭐⭐⭐⭐

7:40 - Young Adult
Better Than the Movies — Lynn Painter ⭐⭐⭐
Nothing Like the Movies — Lynn Painter ⭐⭐⭐
A Time to Die — Nadine Brandes (DNF)

13:44 - Thrillers
Do Not Disturb — Freida McFadden ⭐⭐
The Mother-in-Law — Sally Hepworth ⭐⭐⭐

16:42- Christian Nonfiction
Now and Not Yet — Ruth Chou Simons ⭐⭐⭐

18:12 - Intentional Reading plans
20:15 - The Response to my Testimony was amazing
22:00 - God is leading me in a fresh direction with my content
23:16 - Bloopers

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📹Videos you may have missed this month:
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Bridge to Haven live discussion:
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Binge these Christian authors:    • 5 Christian Authors You’ll Want to Binge i...  
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Cassandra's fave books from 2025:    • My Sister's Favourite Books of 2025 📖 Rege...  
Top Recommendations from 2025:    • The Best Books of 2025 for Christian Reade...  

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‼️2026 Reading Challenge:    • Join My 2026 Christian Romance Reading Cha...  
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💐ABOUT ME:
I’ve been creating bookish content for ten years, reviewing, and recommending Christian fiction, no spice romance, and young adult books across all genres. I read mostly from the library and I focus on faith-based romance books, no spice, and entertaining stories. My channel is all about helping parents, teens, and romance readers discover great books that are fun, well-written, and honour God.
If you’re looking for Christian romance books, clean book recommendations, or young adult fiction that is age-appropriate, you’re in the right place. I’ll always mention any content warnings, including language or romance details, so you can trust my reviews to be honest and thoughtful.
Check out my playlists for all my Christian romance recommendations, clean reads, wrap-ups, and favorite authors.
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Oceana (pronounced O-Sheena)

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