There are a lot of new books coming out every week. With New Release Radar, I’ll help you narrow down the week’s new book releases into the titles you should get excited about. This week, I have eight books to share, including two YA retellings and an exciting new thriller. Read on.
The Longest Autumn by Amy Avery
Tirne is one of four chosen humans tasked with guiding the god Autumn between realms. But an endless autumn stretches on when the Mirror separating the worlds shatters, trapping Tirne and Autumn in the human realm. Crops fail, starvation looms and Autumn weakens. To repair the Mirror and save herself, Tirne turns to an enemy sorcerer. She grows entangled in a web of mystery, betrayal and espionage, forcing her to question her morals, position and the illicit connection she shares with Autumn.
A story of court intrigue, magic and forbidden romance, The Longest Autumn is a 2024 debut you won’t want to miss. Amy Avery’s novel is an atmospheric and mysterious standalone novel.
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Beautyland by Marie-Helene Bertino
Adina Giorno is born in Philadelphia to a single mother. Even though she’s tiny and jaundiced, she has an unusual perception. As a child, she knows she’s different; she has knowledge of a distant planet. Using a fax machine, she figures out how to communicate with her extraterrestrial relatives while navigating human life and finding her place in the world.
Beautyland is a novel for anyone who doesn’t feel at home on Earth. Marie-Helene Bertino’s new book release is thought-provoking yet gentle.
Behind You Is the Sea by Susan Muaddi Darraj
In Baltimore lives a community of close-knit Palestinian immigrants, all trying to find their way in America. Their lives intersect through marriage, employment and travel, causing tensions to escalate. Everything culminates in a transformative trip to Palestine for one character that may be key to bridging generational divides.
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Susan Muaddi Darraj’s debut novel is full of beautifully written and shifting points of view. Behind You Is the Sea tells the story of Palestinian Americans, their struggles, and how their actions s0 profoundly intertwine and affect each other.
Emily Wilde’s Map of the Otherlands by Heather Fawcett
After writing the first full encyclopedia of faeries, scholar Emily Wilde faces new challenges when the exiled faerie king Wendell Bambleby unexpectedly proposes marriage. Emily rejects his proposal due to its potential danger, instead focusing on her next project: a map of the realms of Faerie. But when Bambleby’s murderous mother sends assassins after them, the pair embarks on an adventure to find a doorway to his realm and a way to escape his family’s attacks. As Emily faces dangerous Folk and new relationships, their journey becomes a true test of courage.
Emily Wilde’s Map of the Otherlands is a charming sequel to 2023’s Emily Wilde’s Encyclopaedia of Faeries. Heather Fawcett’s follow-up is a delightful and heartwarming new adventure.
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The Fury by Alex Michaelides
Lana Farrar is one of the most famous women in the world. A reclusive ex-movie star, she brings her friends to her private Greek island every year to escape the winter. This year’s trip, however, takes a turn when Lana discovers her husband’s affair. As secrets and resentments between old friends come to light, the night may just end in murder.
Known for his psychological thriller The Silent Patient, Alex Michaelides’ new book release is much anticipated. The Fury may have different vibes, but it’s just as twisty and entertaining as its predecessor.
The Tusks of Extinction by Ray Nayler
In Moscow, where mammoths face extinction once again, the only solution is to implant the late Dr. Damira Khismatullina’s consciousness into a mammoth’s brain. An expert in elephant behavior, she can teach them survival skills and protect them from poachers. As Damira navigates her strange new existence and investigates her own murder, questions arise about the true purpose behind the mammoths’ revival.
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The Tusks of Extinction has a wild premise, blending science fiction and environmental intrigue into a strange and unique narrative. Ray Nayler raises questions about the ethics and motives of human interference in nature and extinct species in a way that will keep readers thinking.
Most Ardently: A Pride and Prejudice Remix by Gabe Cole Novoa
In 1812 London, Oliver Bennet struggles with society’s expectations. While everyone sees him as a woman, he finds solace in exploring the city as a young gentleman. A chance encounter with Darcy reveals a kindred spirit, and as Oliver spends more time as his true self, he dares to hope for love and authenticity. When societal pressures and suitors grow more insistent, Oliver must choose between safety and living a life that is authentically his own.
Most Ardently is the latest book in the Remixed Classics series, a retelling of Pride and Prejudice. Gabe Cole Novoa puts a queer spin on this familiar story in a way that will appeal to both Austen fans and newbies.
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A Drop of Venom by Sajni Patel
16-year-old Manisha, a naga fleeing monsters and the King’s army, takes refuge as a priestess in a floating mountain temple. 17-year-old Pratyush, a renowned monster slayer, is a frequent visitor to the temple. When their paths cross, both see a chance for a new beginning. But everything changes when a brutal assault ends with Manisha pushed into a pit of vipers. She emerges stronger than ever, with armor-like skin and blood that can turn people to stone. When Pratyush, unaware of her survival, is sent to kill a powerful nagin, he has no idea it’s the girl he loves.
Sajni Patel’s retelling of the Medusa myth is steeped in Indian mythology. A Drop of Venom is the newest installation from the Rick Riordan Presents imprint, and it demands an answer to the question of what it truly means to be a monster.
The Parliament by Aimee Pokwatka
When 10s of thousands of owls descend on Madigan Purdy’s hometown library, she’s stuck inside with a group of students she didn’t even want to teach. To keep the kids safe and distracted, Mad reads them her favorite childhood book, The Silent Queen. But as food and water run out, those trapped inside must find a way to escape before the birds tear them apart.
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Tordotcom describes The Parliament as “The Birds meets The Princess Bride.” Honestly, I’m not sure I can think of a wilder combination. Aimee Pokwatka’s combination of fantasy and horror makes for a truly unique read.
You can check out these new book releases at Bookshop.org or your local bookstore. What January 16 new release are you most excited to read? Let us know below, and tune in next week to grow your TBR.
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