Wally Lamb’s Newest Novel ‘The River Is Waiting’ Tops WW Book Club This Week!
From literary fiction to historical fantasy, thriller, romance and more—we have something for everyone!
Welcome back, book lovers! This week, Woman’s World is thrilled announce an expanded edition of our book club filled with captivating new releases to sink into. Our book picks will take you on unforgettable journeys through a variety of genres—from literary fiction to historical fantasy, romance, nonfiction and more! As usual, we guarantee there’s something here for every reader or bookish mood.
If you’re a fan of Wally Lamb’s bestsellers She Comes Undone and I Know This Much Is True, pick up his newest novel, The River Is Waiting. Lamb’s latest delivers all his signature heartbreak, emotion and depth. Looking for a a genre-bending historical fantasy novel? We recommend V.E. Schwab’s latest page-turner, Bury Our Bones in the Midnight Soil, which follows three vampires at different points in time. More in the mood for an edge-of-your-seat mystery? Dive into Jill is Not Happy by Kaira Rouda. This story transports readers to a riveting road trip laced with secrets in Southern California. This week, we also have two must-listen audiobook picks that will keep you listening long into the night.
Keep scrolling to discover this week’s best new books! Happy reading!
Literary fiction
‘The River Is Waiting’ by Wally Lamb
Bestselling author Wally Lamb returns with his first novel in eight years. The story follows a struggling young father, Corby, who is battling addiction. Then he is incarcerated after an unspeakable tragedy. In prison, Cody witnesses horror, but he also finds glimmers of hope, thanks to a prison librarian, fellow inmates and a teenager searching for a role model. A heart-wrenching, moving tale.
Science-fiction
‘Meet Me at the Crossroads’ by Megan Giddings
This magical, mind-bending novel begins on a seemingly ordinary day—until the arrival of seven mysterious doors that act as portals. Soon, the whole world is intrigued by these new dimensions. Ayanna and Olivia, two Black Midwestern teens—and twin sisters—have different opinions on the doors. But when one of them vanishes, the other vows to find her.
Romance
‘Slow Burn Summer’ by Josie Silver
Hilarious banter and crackling chemistry combine in Josie Silver’s new rom-com. Talent agent Charlie Francisco’s divorce ended his career. His other problems? He just inherited his dad’s business and a surefire-hit romance novel, whose author wants to remain anonymous. So former soap star Kate Elliot is hired to “play” author on the book’s summer tour. Can she and Charlie stick to the script?
Historical fantasy
‘Bury Our Bones in the Midnight Soil’ by V. E. Schwab
From the beloved author of The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue comes another fantastical story. In this tale, three young women were “planted” in the same soil at different times. One was in Santo Domingo in 1532, one was in London in 1827 and the last was in Boston in 2019. But despite the gaps in time and place, the women are linked—and frantic to escape their fate.
Humor
‘The Marriage Vendetta’ by Caroline Madden
Laugh-out-loud moments, a dark revenge plan and plenty of twists and turns…this sharp debut novel has it all. Eliza Sheridan’s marriage is not going well. First, her husband Richard uproots their family to Dublin for his career. Then Eliza receives a photo of Richard with another woman. Seeking advice, Eliza visits Ms. Early, a marriage therapist with an eccentric approach: She suggests Eliza “retrain” her husband through vengeful acts. What follows is a series of darkly funny antics and a surprising shift in alliances!
Thriller
‘Jill is Not Happy’ by Kaira Rouda
Kaira Rouda has penned 10 novels full of searing suspense—and her latest follows suit! Jill Tingley is married to her college sweetheart, Jack, and living in sunny Southern California. As recent empty nesters, Jill suggests a road trip to reconnect. But Jack has other plans…he’s only still married to Jill because of a long-buried shared secret. As he plots their divorce for after the trip, he has no idea what else Jill is hiding. An eerie and addicting cat-and-mouse ride—a perfect pick for fans of the 1989 film War of the Roses!
Audiobooks
‘Realm of Thieves’ by Karina Halle
Romantasy fans will delight over this thrilling, action-packed adventure! Brynla Aihr has always done whatever it takes to survive—which is why she’s a dragon egg thief. Stealing the magical eggs is illegal and dangerous, but when Brynla is taken by Lord Andor, she’s thrust into a political game of rivaling dynasties.
‘The Bachelorette Party’ by Camilla Sten
Riveting and compulsively listenable, this book centers on four friends—Tilly, Anna, Linnea and Evelina—who take a trip to a remote island every year. Ten years later, true-crime podcaster Tessa Nilsson is drawn to the story of four friends vanishing on their annual trip. Will a visit to the island solve the case?
Nonfiction
‘Braided Heritage’ by Dr. Jessica B. Harris
In her new cookbook, Jessica B. Harris, a James Beard Hall of Famer and star of the Netflix docuseries High on the Hog, reveals how Indigenous, European and African traditions combined to form an entirely new cuisine. Filled with more than 90 deliciously easy recipes, like Green Chili, Corn Pudding and Roasted Golden Beet Salad, and fascinating facts about how countless dishes share indigenous and European roots, Braided Heritage offers an in-depth, tasty look at American culinary history!
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