Ever wondered what books your favorite celebrities are curling up with after a long day on set? Thanks to Goodreads and the growing trend of celeb-led book clubs, readers everywhere now have VIP access to the literary picks of stars like Reese Witherspoon, Oprah Winfrey, Emma Roberts, and Jenna Bush Hager. These aren’t just vanity projects—they’re influencing bestseller lists, sparking global discussions, and introducing fresh, diverse voices to the mainstream. Whether you’re looking for your next gripping novel or just want to read like the stars, this roundup of celebrity book club picks is your guide to what’s hot on the A-list bookshelves.
1. Before We Were Innocent: Reese’s Book Club
“Before We Were Innocent” by Ella Berman dives into the fallout of a Greek summer gone wrong, where friendship turns to suspicion after tragedy. Years later, secrets resurface as old friends risk everything to protect the truth. Fame, guilt, and forgiveness tangle in every chapter.
The story pulled me in with its raw honesty. The characters felt real, their struggles heavy. The way the past haunted the present hit hard. Trust, regret, and second chances lingered long after the last page. This book sits with you, quietly stirring up thoughts about blame and forgiveness.
2. Tell Me Everything: Oprah’s Book Club: A Novel
“Tell Me Everything” by Elizabeth Strout brings together old friends, new connections, and the search for meaning in the small town of Crosby, Maine. Familiar faces like Lucy Barton, Olive Kitteridge, and Bob Burgess find their lives entwined by a local crime, memories, and quiet moments of understanding.
Each chapter felt honest, full of warmth and gentle truths. Simple walks, shared stories, and everyday struggles create a sense of comfort and depth. Moments linger long after the last page, a reminder that connection shows up in small, powerful ways.
3. American Dirt (Oprah’s Book Club): A Novel
“American Dirt” by Jeanine Cummins tells the powerful story of Lydia, a mother escaping cartel violence in Acapulco with her son. After her husband’s article exposes a drug lord, everything changes, and survival means risking everything on a journey north.
Each page brings new worries and hope. Felt pulled into Lydia and Luca’s fears, desperate choices, and need for safety. The struggle, the quiet moments, the strength in moving forward—they linger.
4. The Most Fun We Ever Had (Reese’s Book Club Pick): A Novel
Claire Lombardo brings the Sorenson family to life in “The Most Fun We Ever Had.” Secrets, heartbreak, and messy bonds tie four unique sisters to their parents and each other through ups, downs, and life’s unexpected turns.
Turned each page feeling seen and oddly comforted. Family chaos felt real, not sugarcoated. The tangled mix of pain and joy hit home, reminding how complicated yet special these ties can be.
5. Trust (Pulitzer Prize Winner)
“Trust” by Hernan Diaz tells the story of Benjamin and Helen Rask, powerful figures in 1920s New York, exploring their rise to wealth and the mysteries behind it. The novel weaves together different perspectives, blurring the line between truth and fiction.
The shifting narratives pulled me in, making it tough to pick a side. The book’s style feels smart yet approachable, hooking attention with each new reveal. The lives, secrets, and ambitions of the Rasks stayed in mind long after turning the last page.
6. The Water Dancer: A Novel
“The Water Dancer” by Ta-Nehisi Coates follows Hiram Walker as he discovers a mysterious power during his fight for freedom from slavery. Set against the brutal separation of families, the novel weaves together history, magic, and resilience, creating a vivid portrait of a painful era.
Coates’ writing pulls you right into Hiram’s world. The story hits hard, but the hope and strength feel real. The language flows, the characters stay with you long after turning the last page. Keeps thoughts circling back to what family and memory really mean.
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