10 Books to Read in September

 

September is here, and I can’t quite believe it—though I think I say that every year. There’s a chill in the air at night, back-to-school season is here, and that means mysteries and cozy fall reads are hitting the shelves. Here are the ones I’ve had my eye on.

 

1. The Three Graces of Pearl Street by Elizabeth Wellington Rollins (9/1)

"An Italian American grandmother, daughter, and granddaughter all named after the Roman myth of the Three Graces find their lives—and their secrets—colliding when, after years apart, they come to live under the same roof."

 

 

2. Hollow Bones by Jodi Picoult (9/15)

"A riveting novel about the risks we take to protect the ones we love in a world where crisis is always just around the corner."

 

 

3. Falling for Peachtree Bluff by Kristy Woodson Harvey (9/15)

"Welcome to Peachtree Bluff: a cozy coastal town where family secrets refuse to be washed away by the tide and close-knit community is everything. Harvey reunites the Murphy crew just in time for pumpkin spice season, “we dare you not to wish you were a member of this family."

 

 

4. Hollywood Ending by John Green (9/22)

"Green makes his much-anticipated return to fiction with a behind-the-scenes Hollywood love story about finding someone to trust in an untrustworthy world."

 

 

5. The Pirate Queen by Ariel Lawhon (9/8)

"A sweeping historical adventure inspired by the life of Grace O’Malley, the legendary Irish folk heroine who risked everything to defend her people."

 

 

6. Our Noble Selves by Kate Atkinson (9/15)

 "A thrilling tale of post–World War II London, where the peace proves as tricky to navigate as the past."

 

 

7. The Witches of Cambridge by Alice Hoffman (9/8)

"The brand-new series from the bestselling author of Practical Magic, following two brilliant young women in 1950s Cambridge, Massachusetts, as they become immersed in a mysterious secret group of witches at Radcliffe known as the Lilith Society."

 

 

8. Murder at the Grand Alpine Hotel by Lucy Foley (9/22)

"The brand-new Miss Marple mystery from Lucy Foley, author of The Guest List."  

 

 

9. Grim Tidings by B.K. Borison (9/15)

 "A new whimsical, haunting romance. When a runaway grim reaper tries to save a life, she clashes with a skeptical Guardian, forcing them to form an unlikely partnership beyond the grave."

 

 

10. The Thoroughbreds by Elin Hilderbrand and Shelby Cunningham (9/15)

"Class is back in session! What has more high-stakes drama, tension, and intrigue than senior year at a New England boarding school?"

 

 

Which books are on your September TBR list? Let me know in the comments below.

10 Books to Read in August

 

We’re in the thick of the dog days of summer, and there’s no better time to curl up with a good book. Whether you’re at the pool, the beach, or relaxing at home, a book is the perfect companion for a long, hot summer day. If you are longing for cooler temperatures, fall thrillers and cozy autumn romances are already hitting the shelves!

 

1. The Unknown by Riley Sager (8/4)

"In 1926, five women disappeared from a remote island in Vermont. Now, one hundred years later, it’s happening again."

 

 

2. The House of Boleyn by Tracy Borman (8/4)

"Acclaimed Tudor historian Tracy Borman weaves the dramatic history of the Boleyn family into a richly imagined novel of ambition, bloodlines, and the opulent and deadly court of Henry VIII."

 

 

3. The Women in White by Sarah Pekkanen (8/4)

"The next thriller from #1 bestselling author Sarah Pekkanen combines a decades-old mystery with spine-tingling paranormal elements in this twisty novel of the seen and unseen."

 

 

4. The Wild Beneath by Kelly Anderson (8/4)

"For readers of Wild Dark Shore and The Time Traveler's Wife, a fierce, haunting story of one woman caught between her first love and a mysterious stranger who upends everything--and the two worlds that won't let her go."
 

 

5. One of the Family by Mark Edwards (8/4) 

"A novel best described as Succession set in the Scottish Highlands where a plot to murder the patriarch’s younger fiancée entangles an innocent outsider in a nest of deadly secrets."

 

 

6. The Matchmaker's Cottage by Kat Sloane (8/11)

"A cozy fall romance wrapped in small-town charm reunites the owner of a bed-and-breakfast with her childhood sweetheart for a celebrity matchmaking scheme which has them both seeing stars."

 

 

7. Something About September by Julia McKay (8/18)

"A fall-inspired second-chance romance about a woman who returns home after inheriting her grandmother’s diner, only to discover the contractor she must hire was her high school crush."

 

 

8. That Night by Gillian McAllister (8/18)

"An electrifying thriller about three siblings torn apart by the cover-up of a death while on a family vacation in Italy."

 

 

9. Big Little Truths by Liane Moriarty (8/25)

"In this highly anticipated sequel, Liane Moriarty examines the complexities of modern women’s lives, shining light on family dynamics and long-hidden truths with wit and compassion. Whether you’ve read Big Little Lies or not, this is the perfect novel for longtime fans and new readers alike."
 

 

 

10. Heart of Glass by Jennifer Hillier (8/25)

"A serial killer recants his long-ago confession regarding a small-town high school girl—and her then-best friends are forced to confront what really happened that night and what's happening now."

 

Let me know in the comments which books catches your eye this month.  

10 Books to Read in July

 

July has arrived, bringing with it the best of summer. We can look forward to warm days, humid nights, plenty of sunshine, beach and pool outings, and hopefully a vacation filled with good books and relaxation. Here are the books I’m excited to explore this month.

 

1. The Romance Revival by Christina Lauren (7/14)

"An unforgettable romance in which a fateful accident erases a troubled marriage from memory—and a scientific breakthrough gives love one extraordinary do-over."

 

 

2. An Infinite Love Story by Chanel Cleeton (7/7)

"When an astronaut is lost in space, his wife relives their epic love as she attempts to unravel what truly happened to him, in this sweeping love story set against the backdrop of the 1960s Space Race."

 

 

3. Every Version of You by Natalie Messier (7/7)

A heartfelt contemporary romance debut follows a woman who gets a second chance at a formative time in her adult life—this time to win the “one that got away.”

 

 

4. Love You More by Emily Giffin (7/7)

"A woman is newly engaged to a man she adores when she receives a call from her first love with news that shatters her carefully ordered world."

 

 

5. Habits of the Sea by Shea Ernshaw (7/7)

"A woman rediscovers the mythical island she stumbled upon as a child—and the man she once met who apparently hasn’t aged."

 

 

6. The Parisian Heist by Jo Piazza (7/14)

"A propulsive dual-timeline mystery drenched in art-world intrigue and brimming with family secrets, betrayal, and the intoxicating lure of power."

 

 

 7. Meet Me in Paris by Kristin Harmel (7/28)

"A captivating new novel about several intertwined stories of love, loss, courage, and redemption set over the course of one magical week in Paris.

 

 

 8. Summer People by Sally Blakely (7/7)

 "One week. No drama. And absolutely no dating each other."

 

 

9. Crash Into Me by Robinne Lee (7/7)

"A completely new, fearlessly intimate novel of messy, complicated relationships—one that delves into desire, race, power, and the shifting terrain of identity and selfhood."

 

 

10. Helpless by Jessica Knoll (7/7)

"After Faye, a powerhouse Hollywood producer, has a run-in with her ex-boyfriend Henry, a dangerous game unfolds, unraveling a years-long mystery."

 

Which books do you plan to read this month? Are any of these titles on your TBR list? Let me know in the comments below. 

10 Books to Read in June

I can’t believe it’s already June, bringing with it the perfect weather for reading outside. Whether you’re heading to the beach, lounging by the pool, or just relaxing on the porch, here are ten new books to kick off your summer reading season.

 

1. When You Loved Me by Beatriz Williams (6/23)

"A young widow returns to her late father’s New England estate, only to be drawn into the hunt for the rumored pirate treasure that consumed his life." 

 

 

2. The Windsor Affair by Melanie Benjamin (6/2)

"A scandalous affair. A power struggle for the throne. A sensational rivalry between an English queen and an American social climber. In this electrifying novel tells the story of the Abdication of Edward VIII—and the two women at the center of it all." 

 

 

3. Down with the Shipmans by Megan Mitchell Moore (6/2) 

 "A delicious summer read that explores the enduring power of family and sister connections, Down with the Shipmans is a humorous, heartfelt reminder that home is not a place, but the people who love you, no matter how imperfectly."

 

 

4. Land by Maggie O'Farrell (6/2)

"Bringing 1865 Ireland vividly to life, Maggie O’Farrell explores human resilience and a deep connection to the natural world with a sense of wonder. When a father and son set out to map a land still recovering from its turbulent past, they find strength, love and the promise of new beginnings."

 

 

 

5. The Top of the World by Ethan Joella (6/30)

"A heartbreaking, life-affirming new novel about a young woman searching for answers about her brother’s last days."

 

 

 

6. It Could Have Been Her by Lisa Jewell (6/23)

"Lisa Jewell’s latest suspenseful ride through the suburbs of London follows a lost dog, a missing girl and the confounding mystery that links them."

 

 

 

7. The Shampoo Effect by Jenny Jackson (6/30)

"An ambitious young woman insinuates herself into a tight-knit social set, shaking up friendships and marriages in a small seaside town. A frothy novel of love, money, sex, and friendship."

  

 

 

8. Wasp's Nest by Kat Soddard (6/30)

"A modern retelling of The Philadelphia Story, Wasp’s Nest is a witty, gripping love triangle unfolding over the course of seven chaotic days at a Cape Cod wedding."

 

 

 

9. Whistler by Ann Patchett (6/2)

"Ann Patchett returns with a powerful novel about the choices we make and the ones that are made for us. After reuniting with a prominent figure from her past, Daphne confronts the impermanence of life and the beauty of connection."

 

 

 

10. Villa Coco by Andrew Sean Greer (6/8)

"Facing a career crisis, a young man moves to the Italian countryside to assist an eclectic elderly woman named Coco, who is living out her final years in a crumbling villa."

 

 

In the comments below, let me know which books you plan to read this month. 

10 Books to Read in May

 

I believe that May consistently features some of the most exciting book releases. With more beach reads becoming available and the weather warming up, what more could we ask for? Here are the books I'm looking forward to this month:

 

1. The Midnight Train by Matt Haig (5/5)

 "When your life flashes before your eyes, where would you stop?A magical, time-traveling love story."

 

 

2. The Things We Never Say by Elizabeth Strout (5/5)

"Pulitzer Prize–winning author Elizabeth Strout’s new novel tells the story of a chance incident that sparks a powerful realization in a beloved teacher’s life—a poignant meditation on loneliness, friendship, parenthood, and the importance of truth in a capsizing world."

 

 

3. The Calamity Club by Kathryn Stockett (5/5)

"The multimillion-copy-selling author of The Help returns with a bold, big-hearted novel about a group of unbreakable women, fighting for what's rightfully theirs--and the power of friendship to change everything."

 

 

4. A Fortune of Sand by Ruta Sepetys (5/26)

"The daughter of a powerful tycoon escapes to a glamorous artists’ retreat—where dark secrets and dangerous temptations await—in this gripping Prohibition-era novel." 

 

 

 

5. Our Perfect Storm by Carley Fortune (5/5)

"Best friends have one week in paradise to fix their friendship or fall apart in this heart-stopping, utterly romantic new novel."

 

 

 

6. The Shippers by Katherine Center (5/19)

"Shipboard antics abound in this witty, heart-tugging, childhood-friends-to-lovers romance, as JoJo and Cooper team up, fake flirt, slow dance, share a cabin, sing duets, get jealous, answer long-held questions, and finally, at last, discover truths about each other that will change everything."

 

 

 

7. Change of Plans by Sarah Dessen (5/5)

“A reflective coming-of-age love story about an unassuming girl who learns to stand on her own while falling in love during a life-changing summer."

 

 

 

 8. Dolly All the Time by Annabel Monaghan (5/26)

"A hardworking single mom returns to her seaside hometown and stumbles into a fake dating situationship with a wealthy, workaholic scion."

 

 

 

9. Summer State of Mind by Kristy Woodson Harvey (5/5)

“Queen of the beach read,” (Cosmopolitan) returns with a heartfelt escape to coastal Carolina."

 

 

 

10. Liberty Island by Virginia Hume (5/5)

"From the bestselling author of Haven Point comes a sweeping historical novel about the generations of a family that spends summers in a seaside enclave on the rocky Maine coastline."

 

 

 Which books are on your May TBR list? Let me know in the comments below.