All The Books I Read in 2025

All the books I read over the course of 2025!

Jan 20 • Ruth Crilly

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The Two Things That Halved My Common Cold Discomfort Levels

Not to turn this blog into Ruth’s Compendium of Ailments, but no sooner had I rid myself of the now infamous “Center Parcs Trench Foot/Swamp Arse…

Jan 16 • Ruth Crilly

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Burning Shins, Bubonic Boils and Going Down the Plughole

I had a friend in primary school who was often cranky and cried for no apparent reason.

Jan 8 • Ruth Crilly

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I Deleted Instagram: What Did I Do Instead?

Well.

Jan 5 • Ruth Crilly

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December 2025

What I'd Buy My Girlfriend if I was having a Last Minute Panic.

I don’t have a girlfriend/wife, but if I did then these are the things that I’d buy for her if I was in a last minute panic.

Dec 18, 2025 • Ruth Crilly

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Bridgerton Nighties and Furry Coats: What's On My Fantasy Christmas Wishlist?

Last year I wrote a fantasy “money no object” Christmas list and although the majority of the things on it still stand as absolutely sterling ideas (you…

Dec 5, 2025 • Ruth Crilly

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Ultimate Gift: Books and Chocs Pairings 2025

Here’s the problem: you don’t want to spend an inordinate amount of money, but you need a gift that seems thoughtful, looks stylish and will surprise…

Dec 3, 2025 • Ruth Crilly

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November 2025

November Favourites

November favourites and it’s my birthday month.

Nov 25, 2025 • Ruth Crilly

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What I've Been Eating, What I've Been Watching and The Failings of Junior Cluedo

Don’t worry, I’m not going to give you an entire rundown of the weeks’ meals, I’ve just been trying to overhaul the family diet a little bit and cut…

Nov 22, 2025 • Ruth Crilly

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Locking in Moisture, Cleansing for Less and an Eye-lifting Trick You'll Immediately Try

Three little beauty discoveries that are well worth your attention: I know I promised you books and television recommendations next but I need to get…

Nov 18, 2025 • Ruth Crilly

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The Smartest Shoe Investment I've Ever Made

Before they disappear from the sale I must tell you about these shoes.

Nov 13, 2025 • Ruth Crilly

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October 2025

Poetic Soaps, High-Waisted Jeans and a Halloween Electrocution

Author and content creator Ruth Crilly with October's five favourite things. Including her book of the month, the best high street jeans and literature…

Oct 31, 2025 • Ruth Crilly

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