We Solve Murders by Richard Osman
Why it's a great book club pick:
- Richard Osman's signature wit intertwined with a gripping mystery ensures a balanced narrative that can appeal to a wide range of readers, making it suitable for diverse book club tastes.
- The partnership between Steve and Amy offers a rich exploration of contrasting perspectives and skills, giving lots of material for discussions on family dynamics and teamwork.
Retired police officer Steve Wheeler enjoys a quiet life of pub quizzes and routine. His daughter-in-law, Amy, thrives on the adrenaline of her private security job protecting bestselling author Rosie D’Antonio on a secluded island. When a dead body and a bag of money disrupt their peace, Amy turns to Steve for help. Together, they embark on a thrilling global chase to outwit a relentless killer.
A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J.Maas
Why it’s a great book club pick:
- It’s the perfect blend of romance, magic, and high-stakes adventure. This book will pull you in and refuse to let go.
- Inspired by Beauty and the Beast, but with darker twists, deadlier stakes, and a heroine who won’t go down without a fight.
When Feyre kills a wolf in the woods, she never expects it to change her life forever. But when a towering, golden-haired fae lord drags her to his enchanted kingdom as punishment, she’s thrust into a world of magic, danger, and a curse that only she might have the power to break. Yet as she gets closer to uncovering the truth, Feyre realises that the real threat isn’t Tamlin, or even the curse. It’s something far more terrifying lurking in the shadows.
Five Broken Blades: Exclusive Sprayed Edge by Mai Corland
Why it’s a great book club pick:
- With five assassins, each with their own dark past and motives, this book is perfect for debating loyalty, trust, and the cost of revenge.
- Political intrigue, deadly missions, and unexpected betrayals will keep your book club guessing and theorising until the very last page.
Five deadly assassins. One impossible mission.
The immortal God King Joon has ruled with cruelty for too long, and now, five of the realm’s most dangerous outcasts have been summoned to take him down. But with secrets, betrayals, and hidden agendas at every turn, the real question isn’t just whether they can kill the king, it’s whether they can survive each other.
Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros
Why it's a great book club pick:
- It will start thought-provoking conversations about difficult choices, shifting alliances, and the cost of war.
- With huge revelations and high emotional stakes, it’s the kind of book that will have your club buzzing with theories and reactions long after the last page.
Violet Sorrengail must venture beyond Navarre’s failing borders to find allies before war consumes everything she loves. With enemies closing in and a dangerous secret threatening to unravel everything, she must uncover the truth, before it’s too late.
But as the storm approaches, one thing is certain: not everyone will survive.
Onyx Storm is the third instalment in the acclaimed Empyrean series, following Fourth Wing and Iron Flame. The book has achieved remarkable success, selling 2.7 million copies in its first week, making it the fastest-selling adult novel in two decades.
One Day by David Nicholls
Why it's a great book club pick:
- It has a unique narrative structure as the story unfolds one day at a time over twenty years, giving a fresh perspective on love, friendship, and fate.
- If you’ve seen it on Netflix, you know the story delivers a powerful emotional punch that will give your book club plenty to discuss about life’s unpredictability, choices, and regrets.
Emma and Dexter meet on July 15, 1988, the night of their graduation, and spend just one day together. Over the next twenty years, their lives take different paths, but we check in with them on the same day each year, watching their friendship, love, and missed chances unfold. As time moves forward, they must face the truth: some people are meant to be in your life… but at what cost?
Flawless by Elsie Silver
Why it’s a great book club pick:
- Set against the backdrop of professional bull riding and small-town life, the book provides a unique setting for talking about rural culture and the dynamics of close-knit communities.
- Rhett and Summer’s relationship will start discussions on personal growth, vulnerability, and the impact of past experiences on present relationships.
Champion bull rider Rhett Eaton's career takes a hit after a public scandal. To repair his image, his agent assigns his daughter, Summer Hamilton, to keep Rhett in line. As they navigate the professional challenges, unexpected sparks fly, blurring the lines between duty and desire.
Flawless is the first book in Elsie Silver’s Chestnut Springs series, which delves into the lives and loves of the Eaton family and their close-knit community. The series continues with titles like Heartless, Powerless, Reckless, and Hopeless, each focusing on different characters connected to Chestnut Springs.
Daydream by Hannah Grace
Why it's a great book club pick:
- The story portrays relatable college experiences, like academic pressures and social dynamics, that can resonate with readers and encourage conversations about the challenges faced during young adulthood.
- The book covers themes of self-improvement and navigating personal challenges, making it great for discussions on character development and the journey to self-acceptance.
The third book in the Maple Hills series by Hannah Grace sees Junior student and aspiring author Halle Jacobs is determined to focus on writing her first novel after a recent breakup. Struggling with writer's block due to her lack of romantic experience, she meets Henry Turner, the new captain of the hockey team. They form a mutually beneficial arrangement: Halle will tutor Henry in his difficult class, and in return, Henry will provide Halle with new experiences to inspire her writing. As they spend more time together, their partnership deepens, leading them to confront their personal insecurities and the possibility of a romantic relationship.
Faebound by Saara El-Arifi
Why it’s a great book club pick:
- With a fresh take on elves, fae courts, and ancient magic, the book offers plenty to get into about world-building, mythology, and power structures.
- Saara El-Arifi is known for her bold storytelling and intricate fantasy worlds (The Final Strife), making Faebound a must-read for fans of epic fantasy.
Elven warrior Yeeran faces exile after a fatal mistake, leading her and her diviner sister, Lettle, into uncharted wilderness. There, they stumble upon the long-forgotten fae court, thrusting them into a world of magic, danger, and complex loyalties. As they navigate this seductive realm, the sisters must reconcile their duties to their homeland with the desires of their hearts.
A Thousand Broken Pieces by Tillie Cole
Why it's a great book club pick:
- The book explores the grieving process and how people cope with loss, so it is great for discussions on mental health and emotional resilience.
- As the characters travel globally, the story introduces various cultural approaches to grief and healing for interesting discussions on how different societies handle loss.
The sequel to A Thousand Broken Kisses see Savannah Litchfield still reeling from the death of her sister, Poppy, three years prior. Struggling with intense grief and anxiety, she reluctantly joins a global journey designed to help bereaved teens heal. On this trip, she meets Cael Woods, a former hockey prodigy grappling with his own loss. Together, they navigate their pain and find solace in each other as they confront their pasts and seek a path forward.
The Housemaid by Freida McFadden
Why it's a great book club pick:
- Its characters are morally grey and all have layers of secrets, so it’s a great book for analysing character motivations and shifting perspectives.
- It’s got plenty of moments to discuss from its shocking reveals and psychological tension.
Millie takes a live-in housekeeping job at the opulent Winchester home, which is a serious upgrade from living in Casa Nissan (her car). She’s hoping for a fresh start, but soon discovers that something is deeply wrong. The glamorous lady of the house is unpredictable and erratic, her husband is cold and controlling, and many secrets lurk behind locked doors. As Millie uncovers the terrifying truth, she realises she might not make it out alive.
Collide by Bal Khabra
Why it’s a great book club pick:
- Lots of sparks fly between Summer and Aiden, making it a perfect book to discuss the tension, banter, and emotional depth behind their relationship.
- It’s great for talking about resilience and emotional barriers as the story tackles past trauma, personal growth, and learning to trust again.
Summer Preston has one rule: avoid hockey players at all costs. But when her professor assigns her to work with Aiden Crawford, the cocky, charming captain of the college hockey team, she has no choice but to face the sport that shattered her past. What starts as mutual dislike quickly turns into something neither of them expected. But with old wounds and big ambitions standing in the way, will they collide or crash?
Quicksilver by Callie Hart
Why it’s a great book club pick:
- With enemies-to-lovers tension, deadly alliances, and hidden motives, there’s no shortage of drama to debate.
- From a harsh desert wasteland to the treacherous Fae realm, the book’s immersive world will give you plenty to dissect and explore.
Saeris Fane is a thief, a survivor, and a woman with a dangerous secret - one that could get her killed. When she unknowingly opens a gateway to the Fae realm, she finds herself bound to Kingfisher, a ruthless Fae warrior with his own dark agenda. Trapped in a centuries-old conflict, Saeris must decide: trust the enemy she’s tied to or risk losing everything to the deadly forces closing in.
The Serial Killer’s Daughter by Alice Hunter
Why it's a great book club pick:
- The story raises interesting questions about nature vs. nurture, like whether evil is inherited or learned.
- The exploration of trauma, identity, and whether we can ever truly outrun our past makes it a fascinating character study.
Jenny has spent her life distancing herself from her father’s crimes. But being the daughter of a notorious serial killer isn’t something you can truly ever escape. When a copycat murderer starts following in his footsteps, all eyes turn to Jenny. As secrets from her past resurface, she’s forced to question everything. But she’s not her father’s daughter. Is she?
Powerless: Exclusive Sprayed Edge
Why it’s a great book club pick:
- It’s a gripping survival story where the underdog must outwit, not outfight, so it’s great for discussing strategy and deception.
- The slow-burn, dangerous attraction between Paedyn and the prince is full of tension, betrayal, and moral dilemmas to unpack
Paedyn Gray has spent her life hiding because in a kingdom where magic defines power, being Ordinary is a death sentence. But when she accidentally saves a prince, she’s thrown into the Purging Trials, a brutal competition where only the strongest survive. To stay alive, she must fool everyone into believing she has magic… especially the ruthless prince who’s sworn to kill her...
The Commuter by Emma Curtis
Why it's a great book club pick:
- It’s got layers of deception, past traumas, and creeping tension, which will keep book club readers guessing and eager to discuss theories.
- Your book club will love it if they’re into twisty, unsettling thrillers in the vein of Gone Girl or The Girl on the Train.
Every morning, Jenny takes the same train, sits in the same seat, and sticks to the same routine. Until one day, a woman from her past appears and turns her world upside down. With one cryptic message, Jenny's carefully built life starts unravelling, and she realises she’s been keeping the wrong secrets from the wrong people. But the truth is catching up fast, and she might not be able to outrun it.
The Secret Mother by Shalini Boland
Why it's a great book club pick:
- It’s a great psychological thriller that will keep you guessing and bouncing theories around in the group chat.
- The short chapters and gripping tension make this an easy but compelling read, so it’s perfect for book clubs that love unputdownable thrillers.
Tessa comes home to find a young boy in her house calling her “Mummy.” She has no idea who he is or how he got there. Before she can figure it out, the police and media turn against her. As she fights to uncover the truth, dark secrets start to surface, and Tessa finds that she may not be able to trust anyone - not even herself.
Now for the hard part…
You’ve got 16 incredible book club picks right in front of you. But now comes the real challenge… choosing one!
Will you go for the twisty thriller that’ll have your book club on the edge of their seat? The emotional rollercoaster that gets the group chat ugly crying? Or the fast-paced fantasy that derails the entire meeting?
Whatever you pick, one thing’s for sure: your book club will never be without a great read.
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