I read a lot of books in 2024 and decided to share my top favourite books of 2024 along with some dishonourable mentions.
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My Favourite Books of 2023
I love to read. Especially Japanese and English novels with good stories. Here are my favourite books of 2023.


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I love to read. Especially Japanese and English novels with good stories. Here are my favourite books of 2023.


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