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Goodreads reveals top books on a static platform

Yesteryear by Caro Claire Burke, a 'tradwife' novel, became Goodreads' most read book this week, accumulating 511,583 ratings, according to Goodreads .

Amelia Frost·July 12, 2026
Two Afghan women sharing a moment under a starry desert sky, symbolizing the enduring themes of resilience and connection in 'A Thousand Splendid Suns'.
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A Thousand Splendid Suns: High Goodreads Ratings, Inspiring Readers

More than a decade after its release, Khaled Hosseini's 'A Thousand Splendid Suns' has amassed an astonishing 1,062,835 five-star ratings on Goodreads , representing 59% of all ratings.

Amelia Frost·July 4, 2026
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Goodreads' 'Most Popular Books of 2026' List: A Closer Look

Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir, published in 2021, has already amassed 1.

Amelia Frost·June 17, 2026
The book 'The Last Letter' glowing brightly amidst a digital sea of user icons, representing its dominance on Goodreads's Most Read list.
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The Last Letter Dominates Goodreads's Most Read List

Rebecca Yarros's 'The Last Letter' dominated Goodreads's 'Most Read Books' list for eight consecutive weeks, amassing over 500,000 reviews before it even touched the New York Times bestseller list, ac

Amelia Frost·May 18, 2026
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Goodreads Reveals Top Books of the Decade in New Ranking

Despite millions of votes cast, Goodreads' 'Best Books of the Decade' ranking saw 8 out of its top 10 spots claimed by titles that were already New York Times bestsellers.

Amelia Frost·April 13, 2026
A worn "Fifty Shades of Grey" novel open on a dark table, subtly overlaid with a Goodreads "Worst Books" list, symbolizing its controversial ranking.
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E. L. James' 'Fifty Shades of Grey' Ranked on Goodreads' 'Worst Books' List

E. L. James' best-selling novel, 'Fifty Shades of Grey,' has landed on Goodreads' 'Worst Books of All Time' list, highlighting a stark contrast between its commercial success and reader reception. The trilogy has sold over 165 million copies worldwide and spawned a billion-dollar film franchise.

Amelia Frost·April 4, 2026