It’s December bookworms! And you know what that means, new book releases! Looking for something new to add to your tbr? This month has you covered with exciting sequels and fast-paced thrillers.
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Perfect Little Lives By Amber And Danielle Brown
After her father was convicted of killing her mother when she was thirteen, Simone gave up on her dreams. She’s now trying to live a quiet life but her past is being dredged back up again by a true crime documentarian and an encounter with Hunter, her childhood next-door neighbor. When he reveals that his father and her mother had an affair, it reignites her passion to determine who actually killed her mother. After all, a lot of evidence points at Hunter’s father who is a well-known judge with a lot to lose. With Hunter’s (unknowingly) helping hand she sets out to discover the truth, but what if it means imploding her rebuilt life? This December book release is a can’t miss!
Release Date: December 5
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Content Warnings: death of a parent
The Ruined By Renée Ahdieh
Great news for fans of The Beautiful series by Renée Ahdieh! The fourth and final book in the series is here and in it, we follow the war between Sylvan Vale and Sylvan Wyld. To protect the Winter Court, Bastien has gathered allies in New Orleans to help with the fight, but in the Summer Court Celine is unable to reach him and can’t figure out who she can trust. Sensing danger and the imminent war on the horizon, Celine travels with Ali to find the time-traveling mirror that could change their fate while Bastien fights a battle of his own.
Release Date: December 5
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Content Warnings: death, violence, gun violence
Heartstopper Volume 5 By Alice Oseman
Our next December book release is a much anticipated addition to the Heartstopper series! We are Alice Oseman superfans so we cannot wait for this release! Heartstopper Volume 5 follows Nick and Charlie’s relationship as they grow even closer together. But with Nick heading off to university next year, will everything change? We can’t wait to find out!
Release Date: December 19
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Content Warnings: eating disorder, self harm, bullying
The Weekend Retreat By Tara Laskowski
Our last December release we’re covering today follows the story of the wealthy Van Ness siblings who every year gather together to celebrate their birthdays at a secluded estate. With all of the comforts and scenery, this trip should be a great escape from public spotlight. But when a horrible rainstorm hits that cuts the power tensions run high and the couples begin to turn on one another. Are any of their secrets safe? And who is it that’s watching them from beyond the gates?
Release Date: December 26
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