Wednesday, 17 July 2024
Looking for some reading time inspiration? What are the best books to read in 2024? Read these previews from the comfort of your armchair.
There’s nothing better than snuggling up in a cosy armchair and spending some quality time enjoying a good novel. So, what are the best books to read in 2024? We’ve listed seven new upcoming titles that can be enjoyed from the comfort of your favourite armchair.
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Murder on Lake Garda by Tom Hindle
Let’s start with a murder mystery set in beautiful surroundings, the perfect antidote to a wintry day. Tom Hindle has been likened to legendary writer Agatha Christie, and in his third novel, he doesn’t disappoint! As a wealthy family descend on a privately-owned island for their son’s luxurious wedding, a blood-curdling scream stops the ceremony. This clever novel is full of revelations and family rivalries.
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The Fury by Alex Michaelides
Set on another island, but this time in Greece, this novel tells the story of a getaway gone bad. Amongst a group of guests is a murderer who’s busy plotting a crime. Past secrets and hidden truths come to the fore, and nothing is quite as it seems. This thrilling Sunday Times and New York Times bestseller is full of twists that will keep you guessing right until the end. Grab a cuppa and read in a cosy armchair. -
Piglet by Lottie Hazell
This debut novel has been described as a “sharp, dark, must-read”. On the surface, an engaged couple appear to be the picture of domestic bliss. But Piglet, the bride-to-be, is forced to face a life-changing decision on the run up to her wedding. This weird and wonderful story uncovers an awful secret that breaks the façade of this seemingly enviable relationship. An ideal novel to discuss at a book club.
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Mona of the Manor by Armistead Maupin
If you haven’t read the popular Tales of the City series by Maupin, then prepare to be hooked! This series depicts a group of friends in San Francisco from the late 70s until 2014. The latest novel tells the story of what happened to one of these friends, Mona. When she left the West Coast of America in the 1990s to start a new life in the Cotswolds, Mona inherited a manor house. Warning: this book series is addictive! -
Funny Story by Emily Henry
Rising literary star, Emily Henry, follows her recent romcom success with a new novel, which has been described as “shimmering” and “joyful”. The story follows the adventures of Daphne, whose new roommate just happens to be her ex’s ex. Together, they make a hilarious plan to mislead their ex. This highly awaited novel by this Sunday Times bestselling author will be published in April 2024. -
Pity by Andrew McMillan
If you’re not familiar with Andrew McMillan, he’s a poet who’s successfully made the genre jump to becoming a novelist. This deep and intimate story covers three generations of a mining family in South Yorkshire. A tale of past times, hardship and a celebration of resilience, this novel examines the meaning of living a purposeful life. This book should be read while reclined on a comfy sofa under a cosy, warm blanket.
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Until August by Gabriel Garcia Marquez
Last but not least is a lost novel by one of our modern literary greats, Gabriel Garcia Marquez. Having won the Nobel Prize for Literature for his One Hundred Years of Solitude, Marquez became one of our most celebrated authors until his death around a decade ago. Until August is the last book he ever wrote. The story: each year, on the anniversary of her mother’s death, a woman travels to a different island.
There’s nothing better than sinking into your fave armchair with a cup of tea and a compelling book to read! Our literature choices are perfect for a cold, wet day or a lazy, Sunday afternoon. Whatever book you choose, we hope you have found some inspiration from our selection!
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