7 New Books We Can’t Wait To Read In 2023
Did you, like us, have ‘Read more books that are not old Larry fan fiction from 2012’ in your New Year’s Resolutions list this time around? If yes, then it’s the right time to evaluate our reading lists because let’s be honest, the second month of the year is almost over and you’ve barely made a dent in the precarious pile of books on your nightstand (you know we’re right).
But all’s not lost. The year ahead is packed with titles that will compel you to shake off the reader’s block and look away for more than five minutes from the infinite scroll of Instagram Reels.
From a new title by rom-com queen Emily Henry to a layered exploration of our society’s views on believability by award-winning Iranian-American author Dina Nayeri, we’ve got our eyes on some of the biggest literary releases of 2023. Read on to find out what should be the next addition to your reading list…
Who Gets Believed by Dina Nayeri
Who Gets Believed by Dina Nayeri
Former refugee and award-winning author Dina Nayeri’s upcoming book is an illuminating (and shocking) reflection on the unspoken social codes that determine how we relate to one another in society. Through case studies spanning asylum interviews and her experiences with establishing a career and life in a new country, Nayeri’s writing will make you question your views on believability.
The Half Moon by Mary Beth Keane
The Half Moon by Mary Beth Keane
Much like her previous works, Mary Beth Keane’s fourth novel is set against the backdrop of Irish-American families in suburban New York. In this one, the author explores the disappointments and consolations of midlife through the life of a couple in a small town and how their lives change over the course of a week.
The Postcard by Anne Berest
The Postcard by Anne Berest
Dubbed one of the most anticipated literary releases of 2023, this French novel draws from the author’s family’s tragic past. It’s a gripping and complex tale that starts with a woman receiving a mysterious postcard that leads her to investigate her family’s past, which was devastated by the Holocaust.
Confidence by Rafael Frumkin
Confidence by Rafael Frumkin
For fans of shows like Inventing Anna and Succession, this book is a must-read. The satirical novel is a thrilling caper about a pair of best friends (and occasional lovers) who decide to capitalise on society’s search for happiness. The two are running out of time to make something of their lives and come up with the idea of a corporation that provides its consumers with a lifetime of bliss. The only problem? It’s all a scam.
Happy Place by Emily Henry
Happy Place by Emily Henry
Fans of the rom-com genre have been eagerly awaiting this next one by Book Lovers author Emily Henry. The upcoming novel contains most of our favourite tropes, including ‘pretend relationships’, ‘second chances’, and ‘opposites attract’. The story follows a couple who broke up months ago but has to pretend to be in a relationship for the sake of their friends, who are unaware of the fact that the two are no longer together, and an annual weeklong vacation they all take together.
Transitional by Munroe Bergdorf
Transitional by Munroe Bergdorf
Trans activist Munroe Bergdorf’s debut book is a manifesto on gender and an exploration of the concept of transition. Bergdorf believes that the experience of transitioning is universal and is a binding force that can be used to create a better and stronger society. She calls it “one of the most fundamental aspects of the human condition”. She draws on her own experiences and gets change-makers, experts, and activists to talk about the subject.
Pineapple Street by Jenny Jackson
Pineapple Street by Jenny Jackson
This witty and gripping novel will have you reading into the wee hours of the morning. The hilarious family drama is Jenny Jackson’s debut novel and explores the dynamics of a dysfunctional family through the lives of three women from a wealthy Brooklyn clan.
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