Welcome to our roundup of the most anticipated new book releases in February 2024! This month, readers are in for a treat with a diverse selection of exciting titles across various genres.
Whether you’re looking for your next great read or eagerly awaiting the release of a favorite author’s latest work, we’ve got you covered with our picks of the most anticipated books of February 2024. So, without further ado, let’s dive into the top new book releases in February 2024 that should be on every reader’s radar!
New Book Releases in February 2024 that are Worth Reading
Nightwatching
Author: Tracy Sierra
Publication Date: February 1, 2024
A mother’s worst fear becomes reality when an intruder enters her home during a blizzard while alone with her young children. She hides them in a secret room, but soon realizes that the intruder is not a stranger – he’s someone she knows, and he has a sinister motive. Trapped and desperate, the mother must stay calm and find a way to protect her children and escape before it’s too late.
The Teacher
Author: Freida McFadden
Publication Date: February 6, 2024
The author of the New York Times bestseller “The Housemaid” is all set for a new book release in February 2024. The book is a thrilling tale of a teacher “Eve”.
Eve appears to have a perfect life, but things are not as they seem. A student-teacher affair at her school, Caseham High, has led to rumors and accusations, with student Addie at the center. Eve suspects there’s more to the story, but Addie is known for lying and causing harm. Despite this, Eve feels drawn to Addie and wants to uncover the truth about her past.
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Everyone Who Can Forgive Me Is Dead
Author: Jenny Hollander
Publication Date: February 6, 2024
Charlie Colbert fled from the spotlight nine years ago after a traumatic event at her elite graduate school, known as “Scarlet Christmas”. She’s since rebuilt her life, becoming a successful magazine editor and engaging with a prominent publisher. However, a new film by one of her former classmates threatens to expose her past and undo all her progress. Determined to protect herself, Charlie will stop at nothing to maintain her privacy and secure her future.
The Antique Hunter’s Guide to Murder
Author: C.L. Miller
Publication Date: February 6, 2024
Freya returns to her hometown after 20 years when her estranged mentor, Arthur, dies mysteriously. He had asked her to investigate something before he died, so Freya teams up with her eccentric Aunt Carole to follow clues that lead them to an antiques enthusiast’s weekend at an old manor house. They soon realize something sinister is happening, with fake antiques and suspicious guests. Can they uncover the truth and prevent another murder?
The Tainted Cup
Author: Robert Jackson Bennett
Publication Date: February 6, 2024
Ana Dolabra, a renowned detective with a reputation for solving impossible cases, is tasked with investigating the mysterious death of a high imperial officer. Assisted by her new aide, Dinios Kol, who has been magically altered to enhance her abilities, Ana uses her exceptional deductive skills to uncover a scheme that threatens the Empire. As they get closer to the truth, Din realizes that Ana is an enigma himself, and wonders how long he can keep his own secrets hidden from her sharp mind. With a unique blend of detective fiction and fantasy world-building, The Tainted Cup offers a clever and captivating mystery.
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The Fortune Seller
Author: Rachel Kapelke-Dale
Publication Date: February 13, 2024
Rosie Macalister, a middle-class student, struggles to fit in with her wealthy peers on the Yale equestrian team. When a mysterious outsider named Annelise joins the group, tensions rise and money starts missing from accounts. As relationships fray, Rosie later discovers Annelise’s true identity and questions whether her own ambition has led her astray. Set in the early 2000s, The Fortune Seller explores class, desire, and the cost of success.
Village in the Dark (Cara Kennedy, #2)
Author: Iris Yamashita
Publication Date: February 13, 2024
Detective Cara Kennedy’s family tragedy becomes a crime scene when the graves of her husband and son are exhumed, revealing shocking evidence of foul play. The investigation leads to Mia Upash, who fled her isolated village to escape abuse. As Cara digs deeper, she uncovers a dangerous web of secrets that threaten the lives of everyone involved. With the help of Officer Joe Barkowski, Cara races against time to unmask the culprit and bring justice to her family.
The Guest
Author: B.A. Paris
Publication Date: February 20, 2024
Iris and Gabriel return home from a stressful vacation to find their friend Laure in their house, seeking refuge from her marriage problems. Laure’s behavior becomes increasingly invasive, straining Iris and Gabriel’s patience. Meanwhile, they befriend a new couple in town, but their gardener’s dark past threatens to disrupt their peace. As secrets from everyone’s past come to light, danger lurks around every corner.
A Step Past Darkness
Author: Vera Kurian
Publication Date: February 20, 2024
In the summer of 1995, six high school students in the idyllic town of Wesley Falls witness a horrific crime in an abandoned coal mine. They vow to keep silent and bury the evidence, but 20 years later, they are reunited by Jia, who has started seeing visions, and they must return to the mine to uncover the truth behind Maddy’s murder.
End of Story
Author: A.J. Finn
Publication Date: February 20, 2024
Bestselling author Sebastian Trapp invites expert detective fiction writer Nicky Hunter to his San Francisco mansion to help write his biography, promising a real-life mystery to solve. As Nicky delves into Sebastian’s past, she becomes obsessed with uncovering the truth behind his first wife and son’s disappearance 20 years ago. When a corpse surfaces in the family’s koi pond, Nicky and Sebastian’s daughter Madeleine must confront the dark secrets of their past.
Leave No Trace
Author: A.J. Landau, Jon Land, Jeff Ayers
Publication Date: February 27, 2024
After the Statue of Liberty is rocked by an explosion, Special Agent Michael Walker is sent to New York to lead the investigation. However, he soon discovers that a domestic terrorist group, led by the mysterious Jeremiah, is planning further attacks on American cultural symbols. As the investigation unfolds, powerful government forces attempt to manipulate the inquiry to advance their own extremist goals.