In case you missed the memo, joining a book club is now *the* cool girl activity to fill your Friday night with, but if your friends have yet to join the growing list of Kindle converts, we recommend turning to our ultimate cool girl inspo Dua Lipa and her book club, Service 95.
Sure, almost every A-lister now has a book club, but if your goal is to make your Goodreads look as cool and cultured as possible, Dua’s list of recommendations is the perfect place to start. Launched in June 2022, Service95 is more than just another celebrity book club; it’s a platform that celebrates diverse global voices and powerful storytelling.
So now you’ve got the book, you need someone to discuss it with, right? Well, in good news for everyone that loves a yap about their latest read, Dua’s book club also features a wealth of bonus content, including interviews with the author of this month’s book, corresponding playlists, and discussion guides to help you get the most out of your latest literary adventure.
Ready to broaden your reading horizons? Scroll down for every book Dua has included in her book club for 2025 so far.
Dua Lipa Book Club Picks 2025
Drive Your Plow Over the Bones of the Dead by Olga Tokarczuk
January 2025
As Dua’s first pick of 2025, Drive Your Plow Over the Bones of the Dead by Olga Tokarczuk is a captivating blend of mystery and philosophical reflection.
It follows Janina Duszejko, a reclusive woman living in a small Polish town, as she becomes entangled in a series of mysterious events. The story is both darkly humorous and deeply serious, exploring themes of animal rights and the human condition.
The unique narrative style weaves together elements of astrology and William Blake’s poetry, creating a surreal and thought-provoking tale with a twist that will have readers hooked.
The Bee Sting by Paul Murray
February 2025
The Bee Sting is a sprawling narrative that delves into the complexities of family dynamics and human relationships.
Based in a small Irish village, the narrative centres around the Barnes family, whose once affluent life quickly begins to crumble around them.
The novel is loved widely by readers for its engaging storytelling that brings to life a cast of characters, each with their own struggles and quirks and balances humour with a compelling exploration of family, identity, and resilience.
There There by Tommy Orange
March 2025
There There offers a compelling and nuanced portrayal of urban Native American experiences in Oakland, California.
Author Tommy Orange weaves together the stories of twelve interconnected characters as they prepare for the Big Oakland Powwow, each grappling with their identity and place in contemporary society.
The novel explores themes of cultural heritage, generational trauma, and the complexities of modern Native life with both sensitivity and unflinching honesty.
