If you’re on the hunt for your next captivating read, you’ve come to the right place. Choosing a book can feel overwhelming, especially with an array of exciting new releases arriving this spring. To ease your decision-making, we’ve meticulously sifted through numerous advanced copies and curated a selection of 14 essential titles you won’t want to miss this month.
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Dream Count by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
The highly anticipated first novel in over ten years from the acclaimed author of Americanah and Half of a Yellow Sun is truly a literary event. This novel intricately weaves together the lives of four women, each at a pivotal moment of reckoning, providing a keen examination of love and personal fulfillment.
Fourth Estate, £20
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Flesh by David Szalay
This gripping narrative delves into themes of wealth, power, love, and sexuality. The story follows István as he departs Hungary and immerses himself in the opulent world of London’s elite. Szalay, a Booker-shortlisted author, possesses a unique talent for conveying vast emotions and experiences through sparse, yet impactful prose.
Jonathan Cape, £20
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Stag Dance by Torrey Peters
The follow-up to Peters’ 2021 sensation Detransition Baby has arrived, and it meets high expectations. Stag Dance serves as a clever, merciless quartet of narratives exploring gender across various times and places—from a crossdresser at a Las Vegas party to a near-future society where everyone must make decisions about their identity.
Serpent’s Tail, £16.99
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Deep Cuts by Holly Brickley
This is a compelling love story for fans of Daisy Jones & The Six and One Day. It follows the journey of Percy and Joe, who meet in college during the early 2000s and collaborate to create music that changes the world. With its propulsive storytelling, this book is destined for adaptation on the screen.
Borough Press, £16.99
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Universality by Natasha Brown
In this thought-provoking exploration of our obsession with wealth and the power of language, a young journalist investigates a shocking incident where a man is attacked with a solid gold bar. This long-read goes viral, showcasing Brown’s sharp intellect and compelling narrative style, reminiscent of her acclaimed debut, Assembly.
Faber, £14.99
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Broken Country by Clare Leslie Hall
This addictive love story has all the elements of a thrilling drama, and it’s no surprise that Reese Witherspoon’s production company has already set plans for its adaptation. At its core is Beth, whose life takes an unexpected turn when her first love resurfaces in her small village, leading to a web of secrets, scandals, and devastating consequences.
John Murray, £16.99
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Call Me Ishmaelle by Xiaolu Guo
This feminist reimagining of Herman Melville’s Moby Dick is narrated from the perspective of a young woman who disguises herself as a cabin boy. Call Me Ishmaelle offers a clever and original twist on a classic tale, making it a must-read for literature enthusiasts.
Chatto & Windus, £18.99
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Theft by Abdulrazak Gurnah
Set against the backdrop of 1990s Zanzibar, this novel tells the coming-of-age story of three friends from diverse backgrounds as they navigate the complexities of post-colonial East Africa. This is Gurnah’s first novel since receiving the 2021 Nobel Prize in Literature, and it is sure to garner attention in literary circles.
Bloomsbury, £18.99
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I Want to Go Home but I’m Already There by Róisín Lanigan
This modern ghost story unfolds in the eerie world of urban renting. Aine moves into a damp, moldy basement flat with her boyfriend Elliot but swiftly senses that something is amiss. This unnerving tale offers poignant reflections on housing, relationships, and societal issues.
Fig Tree, £16.99
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John & Paul by Ian Leslie
Despite the plethora of Beatles biographies, Ian Leslie breathes new life into this well-trodden subject. Through an exploration of the duo’s songs, he examines the friendship, collaboration, and genius of John Lennon and Paul McCartney, providing fresh insights into their legendary partnership.
Faber, £25
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Alive by Gabriel Weston
Weston, an accomplished surgeon and presenter, reflects on the gaps in anatomical education during her medical training. In this enlightening work, she presents an organ-by-organ exploration of the human body, offering a transformative perspective that will forever change how you view it.
Jonathan Cape, £20
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Story of a Murder by Hallie Rubenhold
Following the success of her 2019 book The Five, which highlighted the women murdered by Jack the Ripper, Rubenhold turns her revisionist lens to the infamous case of Dr. Crippen, who murdered his wife in the early 1900s. This gripping narrative is both eye-opening and compelling.
Doubleday, £25
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Maternity Service by Emma Barnett
During her second maternity leave, broadcaster Emma Barnett realized that while many parenting books exist, few focus on the bewildering experience of maternity leave itself. In response, she wrote this short, comforting guide that will serve as an invaluable companion for many new parents.
Fig Tree, £12.99
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Spring by Michael Morpurgo
This is Morpurgo’s first adult non-fiction work in four decades, combining reflections on life at his Devon farm during spring with a heartfelt ode to the season. Interwoven with his encounters with wildlife, childhood memories, and musings on nature, this book is beautifully enhanced with short poems, making it a perfect gift.
Hodder Press, £16.99
