August 2024 brings a host of exciting new book releases across various genres. These selections cover a range of genres from mystery and romance to historical fiction and social commentary, ensuring there’s something for every reader this August. Here are some of the most anticipated titles to consider adding to your reading list.
The Best New Books To Read In August 2024
1. The Pairing by Casey McQuiston
Release Date: August 6
A romantic comedy where two bisexual exes accidentally book the same European food and wine tour and challenge each other to a hookup competition.
2. Five-Star Stranger by Kat Tang
Release Date: August 6
A sharp exploration of loneliness and isolation in a technology-driven world, Tang’s novel is both thought-provoking and timely.
3. The Bookshop by Evan Friss
Release Date: August 6
An affectionate and engaging history of the American bookstore and its central place in American cultural life, from department stores to indies, from highbrow dealers trading in first editions to sidewalk vendors, and from chains to special-interest community destinations.
4. Hera by Jennifer Saint
Release Date: August 13
This novel offers a fresh take on the goddess Hera, depicting her struggle against domestic relegation and her husband’s tyrannical ambitions.
5. Born of Blood and Ash by Jennifer L. Armentrout
Release Date: August 13
The thrilling conclusion to the Flesh and Fire series, this book blends love and obsession in a high-stakes narrative.
6. Mina’s Matchbox by Yoko Ogawa
Release Date: August 13
This novel tells the story of a young girl, an unconventional family, and their pygmy hippo. Ogawa’s compelling storytelling is set to captivate readers with themes of curiosity and courage.
7. Class Dismissed by Anthony Abraham Jack
Release Date: August 13
This nonfiction work analyzes the impact of COVID-19 campus closings on diverse student populations, offering a stunning exploration of current social issues.
8. The Unicorn Woman by Gayl Jones
Release Date: August 20
Known for her intense and captivating writing, Jones presents a novel that promises quiet astonishment.
9. Sacrificial Animals by Kailee Pedersen
Release Date: August 20
Set in the American Midwest, this novel delves into ancient secrets and modern lies within a family, offering a spine-chilling experience.
10. The Dark Wives by Ann Cleeves
Release Date: August 27
The latest in the Vera Stanhope series, this murder mystery is packed with secrets and suspense.
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