Goodreads Release date: May 5, 2026 Publisher: Dutton Genre: Mystery/Thriller Synopsis: Nothing is as it seems—and no one is telling the truth—in this page-turning thriller about a young lawyer forced to defend a man on trial for murder against the mentor who taught her everything: her husband. When Leila Reynolds is handed her first murder … Continue reading Dissection of a Murder by Jo Murray
A Little Bit Bad by Cassandra Neyenesch
Goodreads Release date: May 5, 2026 Publisher: Simon and Schuster Genre: Contemporary Fiction Synopsis: “Pretty much the platonic-ideal beach read.” —Ada Calhoun, New York Times bestselling author of Crush Hello Beautiful meets Miranda July in this sexy, darkly comedic literary novel set in San Diego about an obsessive love affair that ends in a murder For Perdita Jungfrau, … Continue reading A Little Bit Bad by Cassandra Neyenesch
The Wish by Heather Morris
Goodreads Release date: May 5, 2026 Publisher: Harper Perennial Genre: Contemporary Fiction Synopsis: From the #1 bestselling author of The Tattooist of Auschwitz comes a heartbreaking contemporary novel full of the author’s characteristic empathy and understanding of the human a dying teenager with a final wish, a lonely young man on a journey towards connection, and the … Continue reading The Wish by Heather Morris
Caller Unknown by Gillian McAllister
Goodreads Release date: May 5, 2026 Publisher: William Morrow Genre: Mystery/Thriller Synopsis: How far would you go to rescue your child? A mother races against the clock—and finds herself on the wrong side of the law—in a desperate fight to save her teenage daughter in this pulse-pounding thriller from the author of Reese’s Book Club … Continue reading Caller Unknown by Gillian McAllister
Drop Dead Famous by Jennifer Pearson
Goodreads Release date: May 5, 2026 Publisher: Simon and Schuster Books for Young Readers Genre: YA Mystery/Thriller Synopsis: An investigation turns into an obsession when the younger sister of a slain pop starlet is determined to uncover her sister’s killer, no matter what it costs. When superstar Blair Baker is murdered moments before her triumphant … Continue reading Drop Dead Famous by Jennifer Pearson
April Recap
This April reading recap features a mix of contemporary fiction, thrillers, and romance, highlighting standout books by Sarah Morgan, Sally Hepworth, and Alex Finlay. With a strong focus on early summer reading vibes, this wrap-up includes bingeable thrillers, character-driven fiction, and feel-good, escapist reads perfect for beach season. Also included are April book recommendations, a spring reading list, quarter one favorites, and current reads ranging from fast-paced suspense to light, summery romance. Ideal for readers looking for April reading wrap-ups, summer book recommendations, and seasonal TBR inspiration
The One Day You Were My Husband
Release date: May 19, 2026 Publisher: Pamela Dorman Genre: Contemporary Fiction Synopsis: From the New York Times -bestselling author of Ghosted and The Love of My Life comes another love story wrapped in a an up-all-night thriller with a dark secret at its core 2010. Carrie and Johan, madly in love, marry on the beach in Thailand, five months into their … Continue reading The One Day You Were My Husband
Safe Keeping by Kristen Proby
Goodreads Release date: April 28, 2026 Publisher: Brillance Audio Genre: Contemporary Romance Synopsis: New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Kristen Proby returns to Triple Creek Ranch with a sizzling romance between a brooding ex–Secret Service agent and the president’s daughter he’s sworn to protect. Five years ago, Secret Service Agent Gideon James took a bullet to … Continue reading Safe Keeping by Kristen Proby
Summer State of Mind by Kristy Woodson Harvey
Escape to the coast with Kristy Woodson Harvey's captivating novel, where love, secrets, and community theater collide in a story of resilience and belonging.
The Anniversary by Alex Finlay
Goodreads Release date: May 12, 2026 Publisher: Minotaur Genre: Mystery/Thriller Synopsis: Every Year He Comes For Them.On one fateful night in 1992, the lives of two seventeen-year-olds are changed and intertwined forever. Quinn Riley, a boy from the wrong side of the tracks, is arrested after he innocently tries to break up a fight but … Continue reading The Anniversary by Alex Finlay
