Week of February 25, 2025 | New fiction book releases

I hope everyone is staying warm and cozy indoors. There’s something about snowy weather that makes curling up with a good book even more inviting which is why I’m thrilled to share this week’s top new fiction releases! Among the exciting lineup below, I've included a special book review for one of the hot titles hitting the shelves today. I hope my insights help you decide if it’s worth adding to your collection.

If you're a fan of fantastic fiction thrillers, this week's new fiction book releases won’t disappoint. And for those looking for some classic favourites, check out my latest blog post highlighting Louise Penny's Chief Inspector Armand Gamache books in order. You can consult the full article here: Louise Penny's Series, which includes summaries of her brilliant novels, perfect for both newcomers and longtime fans alike.

Additionally, I recently published a 5-star review for another intriguing title, which you can read here: That Beautiful Atlantic Waltz Review. It’s always a joy to share recommendations, and I hope you find this helpful during your book shopping spree! Stay warm, dive into these new fiction books released today, and enjoy the magic they bring to these chilly days!



New book releases this week

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Thriller and mystery

Famous Last Words by Gillian Mcallister

Suspense | Goodreads rating: 3.90

 
Camilla's life takes a dramatic turn when she discovers her husband is the gunman in a hostage situation.
 
 

Close Your Eyes and Count to 10 by Lisa Unger

Psychological thriller | Goodreads rating: 3.49

 

The Younger Woman by Cate Ray

Domestic thriller | Goodreads rating: 3.85

 
Gabby's confession about loathing her husband leads to a perilous entanglement with a mysterious woman.
 
 
 

Contemporary, literary & women’s fiction

The Strange Case of Jane O. by Karen Thompson Walker

Literary | Goodreads rating: 4.08

 
 

Deep Cuts by Holly Brickley

Women’s fiction | Goodreads rating: 4.03

 

Fundamentally by Nussaibah Younis

Contemporary fiction | Goodreads rating: 3.86

 

A House for Miss Pauline by Diana McCaulay

Literary fiction | Goodreads rating: 4.13

 
A fierce 99-year-old Jamaican woman confronts her past and the mysteries of land ownership.
 
 

Death Takes Me by Cristina Rivera Garza

Literary fiction | Goodreads rating: 3.45

 
 

Historical fiction

The Other March Sisters by Linda Epstein, Ally Malinko and Liz Parker

Historical fiction | Goodreads rating: 3.71

 

Fagin the Thief by Allison Epstein

Historical fiction | Goodreads rating: 4.14

 

Boy by Nicole Galland

Historical fiction | Goodreads rating: 4.26

 
 

Romance

Back After This by Linda Holmes

Romance | Goodreads rating: 4.01

 

The Charlie Method by Elle Kennedy

Romance | Goodreads rating: 4.20

 

Book Boyfriend by Emily Wibberley and Austin Siegemund-Broka

Contemporary romance | Goodreads rating: 3.46

 

On Her Terms by Amy Spalding

Contemporary romance | Goodreads rating: 4.03

 
 

Fantasy

The Dark Mirror by Samantha Shannon

Paranormal fantasy | Goodreads rating: 4.73

 

Greenteeth by Molly O'Neill

Fairy tales and mythology | Goodreads rating: 4.07

 
A cozy fantasy narrated by a charismatic lake monster, a witch and her newfound aquatic ally.
 
 

A Circle of Uncommon Witches by Paige Crutcher

Fantasy | Goodreads rating: 3.48

 
 
 
 
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