5 Best New Books Out This Week from Sarah J. Maas, Fiona Davis and More—According to WW Editors!
From historical mysteries to riveting romantasy tales, these books belong on your TBR!
Key Takeaways
- Woman's World Book Club returns with the best new books out this week.
- This week is an exciting one for readers, thanks to releases from Sarah J. Maas and Ana Huang!
- There's something for every type of reader here—historical mystert, romance and more!
Hello, book lovers! This week is an especially exciting one for A Court of Thorns and Roses fans and romantasy readers because it’s finally time to step back into the Maasverse. Today, Woman’s World is thrilled to announce our latest book club picks from bestselling authors Sarah J. Maas, Fiona Davis, Ana Huang and more.
These new titles, out now, will take you on spellbinding, captivating journeys through a variety of genres—from historical mystery to steamy romance, historical fiction and more. As usual, we guarantee there’s something here for every reader and bookish mood. Keep scrolling for all our must-read picks!
‘Samantha: The Next Chapter’ by Fiona Davis—Historical mystery
Samantha Parkington is a beloved American Girl character, and bestselling author Fiona Davis is continuing her story. In Samantha: The Next Chapter, readers are transported to 1920s New York City, where 25-year-old Samantha is fighting for women’s suffrage. But when a shocking scheme steals her family’s fortune and home, her privileged life vanishes. She vows to investigate and save her family’s legacy.
‘Music Against the Night’ by Yiyun Li—Historical fiction
Award-winning author Yiyun Li has written 11 books and, according to bestselling author Ann Patchett, her new novel, Music Against the Night, is “perfectly constructed, moving and beautiful.” Set at the end of the 18th century in Dublin, young musical virtuoso John Field composes melodies he calls nocturnes, but Chopin is the one to play them. Adelaide Percheron also dreams of a life in music. A rich, stunning saga based on true events.
‘The Keeper’ by Ana Huang—Steamy romance
Known for sizzling love stories, including her hit Twisted series, Ana Huang writes romances packed with angst and sharp banter—and The Keeper delivers both in spades! Famed goalkeeper Noah Wilson’s focus is on the game and his daughter. As a single dad in the world of pro English football, he has a lot on his plate. Carina Vu only accepts Noah’s nanny position to save up for her lifelong dream, but soon unexpected sparks fly.
‘A Court of Splintered Harmony’ by Sarah J. Maas—Sweeping romantasy
Sarah J. Maas took the book world by storm with her hit bestseller A Court of Thorns and Roses, and now she’s back with the series’ highly anticipated sixth book. A Court of Splintered Harmony returns to the faerie realm of Prythian. Koschei the Deathless starts to awaken, but Prythian is still reeling from the fallout of the Hybern War. Now the Night Court, facing new betrayals, must amend alliances to defeat him and protect their territory.
‘Unfinished Business’ by Frish Brandt—Inspiring letter-writing guide
If you read The Correspondent by Virginia Evans and found yourself inspired to revive the art of letter writing, this book is for you. Author Frish Brandt, a beloved ‘letter midwife,’ began her heartfelt letter-writing service through palliative care doctors, and it has now blossomed into a practice open to anyone. In Unfinished Business, she offers guidance on how to write five fundamental missives: Thank you, I’m sorry, I miss you, I love you and Goodbye. With prompts and writing tips, this poignant book deepens connections and heals old wounds.
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A version of this article originally appeared in the November 9, 2026 print issue of Woman’s World.
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