Top 2024 Book Releases – Complete List (so far)
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I cannot resist brand-new book publications in all my favorite genres. The books on this comprehensive list of the top 2024 book releases are now published and were previously featured under Upcoming New Book Releases. These books, while certainly not the only books published, caught my eye for one reason or another while I was searching for upcoming books.
And while our tastes may not be identical in what we like to read, there’s most likely something for everyone here. That’s the beauty of reading. Everyone can find a book that is perfect for them.
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Complete List (so far) of the Top 2024 Book Releases
This list is updated monthly as the books are published and moved off the Upcoming New Books list.
Feel free to explore, click on any title that piques your interest, and get lost in the world of new books. I’m pretty sure there is something here for every bookworm.
June 2024 Book Releases
Death In The Air by Ram Murali
- Mystery
Debut novel that blends a sophisticated locked-room mystery with a provocative literary whodunit. Set in an elite Himalayan spa, it follows Ro Krishna, a lawyer turned sleuth, as he navigates a web of deceit and murder among a glamorous yet dangerous cast of characters.
The Midnight Feast by Lucy Foley
- Mystery/Thriller
Secrets, lies, and murder on the opening night of The Manor, a luxury resort where the past collides with the present in a deadly fashion. Amidst old friends and enemies, a midsummer celebration turns sinister as guests’ hidden agendas emerge and the local police are called to a party where not everyone will survive.
Red Sky Mourning by Jack Carr
- Mystery/Thriller
With America on the brink of collapse, former Navy SEAL sniper James Reece must thwart a rogue Chinese submarine, a rising tech mogul, and a politically controlled conspirator in a race against time. As a powerful quantum computer named “Alice” emerges from the depths of the internet, Reece’s skills and resilience are tested to their limits in this explosive thriller.
Middle of the Night by Riley Sager
- Mystery/Thriller
A sleepless protagonist becomes entangled in a series of mysterious and deadly events. As the night deepens, secrets unravel and danger lurks, forcing a confrontation with the darkest fears to uncover the truth before it’s too late.
Flashback by Iris Johansen & Roy Johansen
- Mystery/Thriller
Kendra Michaels uses her extraordinary senses to track down a long-dormant serial killer after two sisters investigating their mother’s murder go missing. With the help of agent Adam Lynch, she must uncover chilling clues to save the sisters and stop the Bayside Strangler before more lives are lost.
Resurrection by Danielle Steel
- Women’s Fiction/Romance
Darcy Gray, a successful influencer and Manhattan power player, discovers a shocking secret about her husband during a surprise trip to Rome, upending her world. Stranded in France due to a global health crisis, she finds refuge with an aging movie star and meets a mysterious widowed engineer, opening her eyes to new possibilities despite the turmoil.
Bear by Julia Phillips
- Fiction
Sam and Elena, sisters struggling to survive on an island off the coast of Washington, dream of escaping their limited existence. When a bear mysteriously appears, Sam sees it as a sign to leave, while Elena becomes enchanted by the beast, threatening their shared dream and testing the bonds of their sisterhood.
July 2024 Book Releases
The Cliffs by J. Courtney Sullivan
- Fiction
Jane Flanagan, a Harvard archivist, returns to Maine to find her childhood hideaway—a mysterious, abandoned Victorian house—transformed into a modern monstrosity by its new owner, Genevieve. Hired to uncover the house’s history, Jane unravels a haunting tale of lost lovers, artistic awakening, and colonial legacies, while confronting her own past and the spirits that linger.
Flashpoint by Catherine Coulter
- Mystery/Thriller
Agents Savich and Sherlock return to unravel a year-old terrorist attack that masked an even more sinister plot. As Elizabeth Palmer faces new attempts on her life and a young girl discovers a psychic connection to a missing embezzler, the team must race against time to protect them and uncover the truth amidst escalating danger.
The Briar Club by Kate Quinn
- Historical Fiction
In 1950 Washington, DC, the residents of Briarwood House, a down-at-the-heels all-female boardinghouse, are drawn into unlikely friendships by the mysterious widow Grace March. As Grace’s weekly gatherings become a balm for their wounds, a shocking act of violence forces the women to confront their deepest secrets and determine who among them is the true enemy.
A Death In Cornwall by Daniel Silva
- Mystery/Thriller
When art restorer and legendary spy Gabriel Allon is called to investigate the murder of a celebrated professor in Cornwall, he uncovers a sinister serial killer and a missing Picasso worth over $100 million. With a team of unlikely operatives, Gabriel’s quest for the truth leads him from the cliffs of Cornwall to Corsica and ultimately to a thrilling climax at 10 Downing Street.
The Summer Pact by Emily Giffin
- Romance
Four freshmen from different backgrounds form an inseparable bond in college, only to have their lives shattered by a tragic event before graduation. Ten years later, facing personal crises, they reunite to honor their pact and embark on a journey of self-discovery, forgiveness, and acceptance, exploring the depths of friendship and resilience.
The Wilds by Sarah Pearse
- Mystery/Thriller
Detective Elin Warner is drawn into the mysterious disappearance of Kier Templer, a woman who vanished without a trace in a Portuguese national park. As Elin delves into the clues and faces resistance from the park’s isolated inhabitants, the wild beauty of the landscape turns ominous, revealing hidden dangers and long-buried secrets.
The Black Bird Oracle by Deborah Harkness
- Fiction
Diana Bishop and Matthew de Clermont face a new challenge as the Congregation demands they test the magic of their young twins, Pip and Rebecca. Seeking safety and answers, Diana takes her family to Ravenswood, where under the guidance of a newly discovered great-aunt, she confronts her family’s dark past and her own fears, unlocking powerful new magic and hidden secrets.
The Perfect Sister by Stephanie DeCarolis
- Mystery/Thriller
Alex Walker always admired her perfect older sister, Maddie, who escaped their troubled past. When Maddie suddenly cancels their annual summer reunion and stops returning calls, Alex follows her sister’s trail to the Hamptons, uncovering dark secrets about the wealthy Blackwell family, the last to see Maddie before she vanished.
The Haunting of Hecate Cavendish by Paula Brackston
- Historical Fiction
In 1881 England, Hecate Cavendish begins her new role as Assistant Librarian at Hereford Cathedral’s ancient chained library, where an intriguing medieval world map and restless spirits await her. As she navigates friendships and peril among the cathedral’s haunted souls, Hecate discovers that her new position holds far more than just the wisdom of books.
Like Mother, Like Daughter by Kimberly McCreight
- Mystery/Thriller
When Cleo arrives home to find her mother, Kat, missing and signs of a struggle, she uncovers shocking truths about Kat’s hidden life as a fixer for her law firm. As Cleo delves into her mother’s secrets, both mother and daughter face dangerous threats from the past and present, determined to save each other before it’s too late.
August 2024 Book Releases
Shadow of Doubt by Brad Thor
- Mystery/Thriller
A mysterious cargo plane flanked by Russian fighters sets off alarm bells in the Pentagon, while a high-level Russian defector seeks asylum in Norway, and a French agent uncovers a global conspiracy in Paris. Caught in the middle, CIA operative Scot Harvath must navigate double agents and international intrigue, forced to choose between his conscience and his country.
The HouseKeeper’s Secret by Iona Grey
- Mystery/Thriller
Duty, desire, and deception intertwine within the walls of Coldwell Hall, a secluded mansion on the moors of Northern England. For five years, Kate Furniss has hidden behind her role as the respectable housekeeper, but the summer of 1911 changes everything with the arrival of the enigmatic footman, Jem Arden. As they fall into a forbidden romance, secrets unravel, threatening Kate’s carefully constructed facade. Spanning from the last summer of the Edwardian Age to the trenches of WWI, this tale explores the intense emotions and hidden truths that define their lives.
Joy by Danielle Steel
- Contemporary Women’s Fiction
Allegra Dixon’s childhood is marked by abandonment and loneliness after her mother leaves and her emotionally distant father cannot care for her. She finds solace in books while living with her joyless grandparents. Her life changes when she meets Shep Williams, a West Point cadet, at boarding school. Their friendship turns into love, and they marry before Shep’s deployment to Afghanistan. As Allegra becomes a successful book editor, Shep’s military career takes a toll, threatening their marriage. Amid brief, strained reunions, Allegra realizes the horrors of war may steal the happiness she thought she had found.
This Is Why We Lied by Karin Slaughter
- Mystery/Thriller
GBI investigator Will Trent and medical examiner Sara Linton’s honeymoon at the secluded McAlpine Lodge turns into a nightmare when they hear a bone-chilling scream and discover the lodge manager, Mercy McAlpine, murdered. With a storm cutting off the only road, the killer must be among the eight suspicious guests or the toxic McAlpine family. As Will and Sara delve into the tangled web of lies and secrets, they must race against time to uncover the truth before the killer strikes again, turning their idyllic getaway into a deadly game of survival.
By Any Other Name by Jodi Picoult
- Historical Fiction
Two women, separated by centuries, battle the prejudices of their times to see their stories brought to life. Modern-day playwright Melina Green, inspired by her Elizabethan ancestor Emilia Bassano, faces an uphill battle in a male-dominated theater world. Her best friend submits her work under a male pseudonym, challenging Melina to risk failure and obscurity. In 1581, Emilia Bassano, gifted yet voiceless, devises a plan to have her plays performed by using William Shakespeare as a front. This inspiring novel intertwines their timelines in a sweeping tale of ambition and courage, ensuring Emilia Bassano’s name is finally remembered.
Upcoming New Book Releases
Curious about what’s upcoming (but not yet published) over the next few months?
