A Women’s History Month TBR!
Welcome to another update of my Monthly TBR, where I take you through the books I’ve been adding to my list. This month is particularly special as it’s Women’s History Month, so everything I post will be by women and about women. This isn’t especially difficult for me, as I almost always read women exclusively — not intentionally, but simply because that’s how my tastes tend to present themselves. That isn’t to say I don’t read stories by men, nor do I discriminate (hehe).
However, this month is for women, by women, and about women. I’m also being very intentional this year about the books and stories I choose to review. I want to explore narratives that centre women — the good, the bad, the well‑executed, the ones that fall flat — all in an effort to explore womanhood in its entirety.
For that reason, this TBR isn’t just made up of books written by women, but also stories specifically about women across different cultures, beliefs, and experiences.
Before we get into that, though, here’s a quick runthrough of the books I read last month and the ones that remain. I made great progress on my TBR in February, and you can read my brief thoughts in my February Round Up. Out of 20 additions, I have 6 books left — which isn’t too bad.
Books I Read
Books Left
How Simi Got Her Groom Back by Sonali Dev
A warm, witty romance about Simi, whose carefully planned life unravels after heartbreak. Returning home, she confronts family expectations, old wounds, and unexpected second chances. As she reconnects with the man she once pushed away, Simi must decide what happiness truly looks like—and whether love deserves another try.
I came across this randomly on the GoodReads of one of my mutuals. It seems like a light fun read with cultural tensions to add some depth, which is right up my street with a strong female character at the forefront.
Pachinko by Min Jin Lee
Spanning generations, this sweeping family saga follows a Korean family exiled to Japan. Beginning with young Sunja’s unforeseen pregnancy and marriage, the novel traces resilience, sacrifice, and identity across decades. Through love, loss, and survival, Pachinko explores how history, belonging, and hope shape a family determined to endure.
We all know Pachinko and I’ve heard of it in passing but it had never crossed my radar until recently. I love a book that covers generations and explores women in depth especially when fighting against societal and patriarchal structures with a traditional cultural lens. . I am really looking forward to this one.
Indigo by Beverley Jenkins
Set against the backdrop of the Underground Railroad, this historical romance follows Indigo, a brave conductor aiding freedom seekers. When she shelters the wounded abolitionist known as the Black Daniel, their bond deepens amid danger. Their journey intertwines passion, courage, and community as they challenge a perilous world to protect those they love.
This is one of my good friend’s favourite books and she speaks so highly of it. I tend to steer clear of slave era books but I also don’t want to miss out on a historical romance that I’m sure will be just what I enjoy.
We All Live Here by Jojo Moyes
Lila Kennedy has a lot on her plate. A broken marriage, two wayward daughters, a house that is falling apart, and an elderly stepfather who seems to have quietly moved in. Her career is in freefall and her love life is…complicated. So when her real dad—a man she has barely seen in thirty-five years — suddenly appears on her doorstep, it feels like the final straw.
I read Me Before You last month and loved it! I came across this it reminds me of another book I read last year. I love stories about women at difficult phases in life.
Pomegranate by Helen Elaine Lee
A powerful novel about Jonelle, newly released from prison and striving to rebuild her life. Navigating recovery, strained relationships, and the weight of her past, she seeks healing and reconnection with her children. The story illuminates trauma, love, and the struggle for freedom—both personal and systemic—as Jonelle reclaims her voice.
I came across this on BookTok and the girl mentioned it was her 5 star read of the year so far.
All of the books mentioned speak to womanhood, motherhood, and the complexities of life in different forms. I always say I love to learn from the books I read just as much as I want to enjoy them.
I have high hopes for everything on this list and I’m excited to dive in. There are so many books I want to read — I only wish I could get to them all at once.
As for this month, I’m genuinely excited about the posts I have planned, especially the reviews. I really want to celebrate women this month and spotlight authors, books, and stories that speak to us, our experiences, and especially the intersectionality of Black women.
I hope you stick around for what I hope will be an enlightening month — one where we get to celebrate all the parts that make us who we are.
As always, If you follow me on GoodReads, you can see these TBR Updates and what I’m reading in real time.
Thanks for reading!
Signed,
