2024, The Year of Books
The new book release lineup in 2024 is stirring up excitement and overwhelming anticipation across the board. Whether you enjoy a thrilling sci-fi adventure, a cozy romance or anything in between, there is a new book for you! It can be hard to keep track of all the upcoming releases this year but don’t stress! Here is a collection of only a few of the most anticipated releases as well as what fellow readers are saying about it all!
The Morningside by Téa Obreht (March 19th)
Releasing on March 19th, this novel follows Silvia, a young girl living in the ruins of Island City, a partially submerged city. In the story, Silvia and her mother have just moved to a run down high-rise in the decaying city. This novel is adapted from Obreht’s own 2020 short story with the same name. Touching on both folklore and fairy tales, Obreht is expected to enchant readers with her upcoming novel.
Real Americans by Rachel Khong (April 30th)
In Real Americans, Rachel Khong introduces Lily Chen and her 15 year old son who is in search of his birth father. Following multiple generations, Lily’s son asks questions and uncovers answers. In her novel, Khong seeks to understand the experiences that change people’s identity and self sense.
Funny Story by Emily Henry (April 23rd)
Emily Henry is back at it with another light hearted love story. Funny Story follows a local librarian named Daphne whose fiancé left her for his childhood best friend Petra. In retaliation, Daphne moves in with Petra’s ex, Miles. This novel is full of temptation and heartache and is sure to capture reader’s hearts.
Lies and Weddings by Kevin Kwan (May 21st)
Known for his groundbreaking best seller, Crazy Rich Asians, Kevin Kwan is back with Lies and Weddings. This book follows Rufus Leung Gresham, the son of a former model from Hong Kong. Rufus is on a mission to find a rich woman to marry. His two options are a loaded French hotel heiress who happens to be of royal blood, and a less than rich girl-next-door.
The God of the Woods by Liz Moore (June 11th)
The God of the Woods is the story of 13 year old Barbara Van Laar who is the daughter of one of the wealthiest families in the region. This story takes place in the summer of 1975 when Barbara disappears from her Adirondack summer camp. Throughout the novel, Van Laar family secrets are revealed during the journey to find missing Barbara.
Children of Anguish and Anarchy by Tomi Adeyemi (June 25th)
This book is the much anticipated finale of Tomi Adeyemi’s trilogy, Legacy of Orïsha. Not much is known about this novel but Adeyemi has revealed that heroine Zélie and her maji friends will come face to face with an enemy “they never could have anticipated.”
The Grandest Game by Jennifer Lynn Barnes (July 30th)
Continuing her bestseller series, The Inheritance Games, Jennifer Lynn Barnes returns with a spin off the much loved series. This story is about an annual competition called the Grandest Game hosted by the young billionaire Avery Grambs. Each player is here for a different reason, but in the end only one can win.
It is impossible to cover each and every new release to look forward to. Luckily, readers alike have been sharing their most anticipated reads for the coming year. If you are still looking for some new reads to add to your TBR (to be read) list, here are some great books that other readers think you might want to consider!
Clearly, readers are thrilled for the coming year of new book releases especially considering that this year has already given them multiple five-star reads. If you are eager to read a new release and just can’t wait for something new to drop, there are already plenty of books from January and February for you to consider. On this list are releases like Tempest of Tea by Hafsah Faizal and House of Flame and Shadow by Sarah J. Maas which have both left readers endlessly raving.
In particular, Tempest of Tea seems to have left quite an impact on readers. Only about a week after its initial publication, this book has already become a bestseller. One reader even says that right after finishing the book, she was eager to read it all over again.
While some of the reviews for House of Flame and Shadow by Sarah J. Maas claimed that this book was underwhelming, it is safe to say that the general public is loving this book regardless. Many of the critiques towards Maas’ newest book is that the writing style threw readers off at times but that didn’t matter as much by then end. This reader’s review honestly covers the good and the bad as well what to expect of House of Flame and Shadow without giving spoilers.
Thus far 2024 has been an amazing year full of book releases. The year has only just begun meaning there is plenty more to look forward to and anticipate. From chilling mysteries to lively rom-coms and jaw-dropping fantasies, 2024 is ready to bring it all!