literary gluttony

There’s something magical about pairing a book with the right music—like setting the stage for your imagination to soar. This week, my current read is A Light in the Flame by Jennifer Armentrout, and let me tell you, this story practically begs for a soundtrack. The tension, the yearning, the bite of danger in the shadows—it all feels cinematic, and the right playlist only heightens the experience.

Here are a few songs that capture the spirit of A Light in the Flame:

• “Control” by Halsey – For those moments when power feels like both a gift and a curse.
• “Running with the Wolves” by AURORA – The pulse of danger, freedom, and rebellion.
• “Bury a Friend” by Billie Eilish – That eerie, breathless quality that matches the darker undercurrents of the story.
• “Take Me to Church” by Hozier – Sensual, reverent, and a little dangerous—much like the relationships unfolding on the page.
• “My Blood” by Twenty One Pilots – For the fierce loyalty and sacrifice woven throughout the narrative.

Light a candle, press play, and let these songs wrap around you as you fall deeper into Armentrout’s lush world. Because sometimes the right soundtrack doesn’t just accompany a book—it amplifies every beat of it.

💬 What songs would you add to a A Light in the Flame playlist? Drop your recommendations in the comments—I’m always looking for tracks that make reading feel like magic.