Tuesday, February 3, 2026

This month’s best new mysteries

 
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This Month's Best New Mysteries
 
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Book cover for Stolen in Death by J. D. Robb
Eve Dallas returns in a series Harlan Coben calls 'can't-miss pleasures'
WHY IT'S READWORTHY:
  • A wealthy man has been murdered, and it seems connected to a secret vault of stolen art. But did the killer target the wrong victim? Eve Dallas must unravel a web of intrigue…
  • Old and new readers alike will find plenty to enjoy in this novel that's "artfully crafted and perfect for In Death superfans or those picking up the series for the first time" (Library Journal)
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Book cover for Private Rome by Adam Hamdy and James Patterson
'America's #1 storyteller' (Forbes) takes readers to the cloistered halls of the Vatican
WHY IT'S READWORTHY:
  • Former CIA agent Jack Morgan and his team are hired to investigate the murder of a priest — a case that leads them to a nefarious plot that reaches further than they ever imagined…
  • From a genre legend who "never, and I mean never, disappoints" (USA Today)
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Media mentions for Private Rome by Adam Hamdy and James PattersonMEDIA MENTION:Forbes
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Book cover for Pendergast: The Beginning by Lincoln Child and Douglas Preston
Go back to the very beginning as Pendergast takes on his thrilling first case
WHY IT'S READWORTHY:
  • Special Agent Dwight Chambers's unruly new partner Pendergast gets them both promptly suspended — and thrown headlong into a strange murder investigation
  • From a New York Times bestselling duo who "stand head and shoulders above their rivals" (Publishers Weekly)
  • The perfect introduction for new fans to a beloved, long-running series!
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Book cover for Monster in the Moonlight by Annelise Ryan
In a quiet rural town, a strange killer prowls under a full moon…
WHY IT'S READWORTHY:
  • When a mauled body is found on a quiet road, signs point to the work of a legendary monster — but cryptozoologist Morgan Carter could find evidence of a more dangerous predator
  • Written by a USA Today bestselling author
  • The latest book of a popular series known for its "delightful" installments (Publishers Weekly) that are "deliciously clever and entertaining puzzle[s]" (Library Journal)
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Book cover for We Were Never Friends by Kaira Rouda
Five sorority sisters arrive in Palm Springs — but secrets from the past aren't far behind
WHY IT'S READWORTHY:
  • "Riveting, heart-pounding… Settle in because you'll only stop reading to catch your breath" (Heather Gudenkauf)
  • An opulent estate is the backdrop for this "fun, clever spin on the revenge thriller" (Kimberly Belle)
  • Sarah Pekkanen, coauthor of The Wife Between Us, calls this dishy read "Kaira Rouda at her best," with "lush descriptions, outrageous characters, and corkscrew twists"
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Book cover for Wolf Hour by Jo Nesbø
The celebrated writer behind The Snowman returns with a 'standout standalone' (Kirkus Reviews)
WHY IT'S READWORTHY:
  • Six years apart, disgraced police officer Bob Oz and an enigmatic crime novelist investigate the same series of murders that gripped an American city
  • From an author who "can heighten suspense with a single word and wrong-foot the most attentive customer" (The Wall Street Journal)
  • A propulsively plotted read that cements Nesbø's status as "one of today's most interesting thriller writers" (Lee Child)
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Media mentions for Wolf Hour by Jo NesbøMEDIA MENTIONS:Publishers Weekly, Kirkus Reviews, Booklist
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Book cover for Jigsaw by Jonathan Kellerman
Race through this gripping read before the Amazon Prime adaptation!
WHY IT'S READWORTHY:
  • A seemingly straightforward murder that turns out to be anything but prompts homicide detective Milo Sturgis to seek help from a reliable friend: psychologist Alex Delaware
  • From a #1 New York Times bestselling author who "really knows how to keep those pages turning" (The New York Times Book Review)
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Book cover for Definitely Maybe Not a Detective by Sarah Fox
Stephanie Plum meets Finlay Donovan in this laugh-out-loud read
WHY IT'S READWORTHY:
  • Emersyn Gray's life is falling apart — and even worse, her fake detective agency is about to get pulled into a real homicide investigation…
  • From a USA Today bestselling author
  • Filled with humor, heart, and banter, this unforgettable whodunit has Publishers Weekly promising, "Cozy mystery fans will be charmed"
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Book cover for Such a Perfect Family by Nalini Singh
'Even genre veterans are likely to be fooled by this devilish puzzler' (Publishers Weekly)
WHY IT'S READWORTHY:
  • After his life literally goes up in flames, Tavish is in the spotlight — with a string of dead lovers in his past. Now, clearing his name means uncovering the dark secrets of the family he just married into…
  • From the New York Times bestselling author of the Guild Hunter series
  • Library Journal says this novel "will have readers guessing from the first to the last pages"
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Book cover for All the Little Houses by May Cobb
'Nobody does explosive and twisted like May Cobb does it' (Lisa Jewell)
WHY IT'S READWORTHY:
  • From the author of The Hunting Wives — now a popular Netflix series — this new release is "May Cobb's most explosive book yet… Trust me, that's saying a lot" (Jeneva Rose)
  • Beautiful Charleigh Andersen has clawed her way to the top of her Texas town — and nobody, not even a family of wholesome newcomers, will stand in her way when everything she's worked for is threatened…
  • Family intrigue, social drama, and twists and turns abound in this "wildly satisfying" read (Karin Slaughter)
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Media mentions for All the Little Houses by May CobbMEDIA MENTIONS:People, Bloomberg Businessweek, Publishers Weekly, Kirkus Reviews, Library Journal, Booklist
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Silent Thunder
Silent Thunder
Trish MacGregor
Release Date: January 20, 2026
When psychic Mira Morales has a chance to go undercover at a secret animal testing facility, she learns that a crisis is brewing — because these animals have been weaponized, had their intelligence heightened, and had their communication skills enhanced. And Mira won’t stop until she’s saved every one… A captivating supernatural thriller!
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The Last Good Summer
The Last Good Summer
Hunter Shepard
Release Date: January 29, 2026
In the late 1990s, two friends build a partnership as they film impressive stunts and push their limits. Over time, a series of decisions and assumptions causes something to shift between the boys — and their shared adventures bring fame to just one of them…
Literary Fiction
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In This Moment
In This Moment
Paula Kay
Release Date: January 28, 2026
More than a year after their last gathering, Gigi’s family reunites at a vineyard in Tuscany. As the center of their family, it’s finally time for her to share a heavy truth — but are her loved ones ready to accept it?
Women's Fiction
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Braving the Dawn
Braving the Dawn
Peggy Joque Williams
Release Date: January 15, 2026
A compelling historical tale! When Sylvienne d’Aubert is banished from France by King Louis XIV, she makes the harrowing journey across the ocean to the colony of Quebec. There, she survives hardships and forges unexpected bonds as she clings to hope that her true love still lives…

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Historical Fiction
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Adélaïde: Painter of the Revolution
Adélaïde: Painter of the Revolution
Janell Strube
Release Date: January 13, 2026
An evocative portrait of resilience and ambition: Adélaïde Labille-Guiard wants nothing more than to earn her place among the masters of French art. But with revolution on the horizon, will she choose to protect her life or fight for her legacy?

BookBub readers say: “Gave me a look into a part of history that I had never focused upon.”
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Son of a Bite
Son of a Bite
Lucía Ashta
Release Date: February 2, 2026
This “lush, dark blend of romance and gothic fantasy” (Kirkus Reviews) is a captivating Romeo and Juliet retelling! After an old enemy murders her twin brother, vampire Soravelle Davana wakes with thoughts of only vengeance — but when she attempts to destroy Baz Hawxley, she gets captured. And only his blood can feed her…

BookBub readers say: “So excited for book two.”
Romantasy
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Deep Cuts
Deep Cuts
Sera Elly
Release Date: February 3, 2026
Dani Cassidy is living the whirlwind life of a rock star — complete with waking up married in Vegas to her brother’s best friend. When a car accident ends in tragedy, Dani vanishes, refusing to pick up a mic for over a year. But she’s still married to steady, solid Ellis Foley… and a comeback tour is bound to shake things up.
Contemporary Romance
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Burn Notice
Burn Notice
Cari Blake
Release Date: January 28, 2026
When her mentor’s cancer diagnosis leads to a hospital visit, fire lieutenant Isabela Delgado forms a bond with ER nurse Jimmy Dalton. After learning about her workplace politics, he tries to advocate for her career — but it could cost them both everything.

BookBub readers say: “Each of them feels like a whole person and they have beautiful chemistry.”
Contemporary Romance
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Once Upon a Greek Island
Once Upon a Greek Island
Gillian Barry
Release Date: February 3, 2026
After her marriage comes to an end, Lisa escapes to sun-soaked Kefallonia for a fresh start. When she meets charming Christoph, the heir to a powerful Greek family, she resists their connection at first — but finds herself drawn back to the enchanting island again and again…
Contemporary Romance
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Sincerely, Mr. Braden
Sincerely, Mr. Braden
Melissa Foster
Release Date: January 28, 2026
From a New York Times bestselling author: When billionaire Seth gets the opportunity to meet his virtual assistant, he doesn’t expect to spend an unforgettable weekend with his assistant’s beautiful sister, Taylor. Their chemistry is off the charts — but one secret could threaten everything.

BookBub readers say: “I absolutely loved this one and couldn’t put it down.”
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Brunner in the Black
Brunner in the Black
Will Nichols
Release Date: January 9, 2026
When private investigator Lenya uses her lover’s connections to investigate an Austrian lumber company, he’s killed by a car bomb — and she won’t rest until she exposes Europe’s corporate criminals and gets justice. “A vast and immersive international crime thriller… Readers will undoubtedly look forward to Lenya’s next case” (Kirkus Reviews).

BookBub readers say: “Brilliant!”
Crime Fiction
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