Fresh Literature Hitting Shelves This Week:
Upcoming Book Releases in February: A Reading Recommendation Guide
Each week brings a fresh batch of intriguing tomes to bolster your To-Be-Read (TBR) list. In this roundup, we highlight upcoming releases from notable authors and offer a snippet of praise from critics.
Allison Epstein's retelling of "Fagin the Thief" offers a compelling reimagining of a familiar character. According to Publishers Weekly, Epstein's interpretation of Fagin is both unsavory and relatable, with vivid depictions of Victorian London that enhance the novel's impact. Dickens fans will find this adaptation particularly captivating.
Mike Lawson's latest installment in the series featuring detective Joe DeMarco, "Untouchable," showcases Lawson's ability to create characters that are easy to root for. His stories incorporating the underworld of politics offer a believable backdrop for the action. According to Publishers Weekly, this novel flawlessly continues Lawson's tradition of creating a winning formula that consistently delivers an enjoyable read.
Emma van Straaten's debut, "Creep," tells a chilling story of a woman grappling with the repercussions of her past experiences. The narrative is written in an electric stream of consciousness, making it both heartbreaking and horrifying. Van Straaten's unique voice has earned her the Women's Prize Discoveries Award, according to Vogue (UK).
Gillian MacAllister's "Famous Last Words" offers a suspenseful tale with a well-crafted plot and memorable characters. Library Journal praises the novel as a perfectly balanced mix of characterization and twist-filled plotting that will appeal to book clubs and armchair suspense enthusiasts alike.
Lisa Unger's contribution, "Close Your Eyes and Count to Ten," submerges readers in a sense of dread as they navigate an increasingly perilous world. Kirkus Reviews commends Unger's ability to interweave the challenges of both the real and virtual worlds in this relentlessly paced thriller.
Amanda Flower's "I Died for Beauty" is an absorbing and well-written mystery novel. Charles Todd, a well-known author, describes the book as hard to put down.
Christine Murphy's "Notes on Surviving the Fire" brings a narrative that is both fast-paced and emotionally resonant. The Los Angeles Times notes that the novel is a gripping exploration of survival and personal growth.
Patrice Mcdonough's "A Slash of Emerald" introduces intriguing lead characters and draws readers into the strange and fascinating world of Victorian mysteries. Library Journal suggests this historical suspense novel is a must-read for fans of dual-protagonist detective stories or medical mysteries.
CJ Box's "Battle Mountain" promises a thrilling story of action and suspense. Mystery & Suspense calls the novel an explosive and highly atmospheric masterpiece that combines taut plotlines, quick pacing, and relentless suspense.
Carlo Fruttero and Franco Lucentini's "Runaway Horses" takes readers to the vibrant Mediterranean landscape, where intrigue, romance, and murder intertwine. According to Kirkus Reviews, this novel delights fans of the macabre, romantic, and atmospheric tale, particularly those fond of Andrea Camilleri's works.
Amidst the upcoming book releases in February, Gillian MacAllister's "Famous Last Words" and Lisa Unger's "Close Your Eyes and Count to Ten" offer captivating suspenseful stories that book clubs and armchair suspense enthusiasts will find equally entertaining. [books, entertainment, suspense]
In the realm of mystery novels, the release of Amanda Flower's "I Died for Beauty" and Patrice Mcdonough's "A Slash of Emerald" promises pages filled with intrigue and suspense, making them perfect additions to one's TBR list. [books, entertainment, suspense]
