Prepare for a Reading Frenzy: September’s Must-Have New Releases
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As the calendar turns to September 2024, the world of books is about to be blessed with an array of stunning new releases that will captivate your imagination and ignite your love for reading. This month, from immersive graphic novels to sweeping historical fiction, and heartwarming romances, the 2024 book releases promise something magical for every reader.
Whether you’re looking to dive into a life-changing novel, discover an author who will become your new favorite, or simply add to your Goodreads list, these September 2024 releases are set to be some of the most talked-about books of the year. So, grab a cozy spot and get ready to fall in love with stories that will transport you to new worlds, introduce you to unforgettable characters, and remind you why you adore the written word.
September 3
The Games Gods Play
by Abigail Owen
In this tale of divine manipulation, a cursed office clerk for the Order of Thieves tries to stay unnoticed by the gods who rule from Olympus. Until she crosses paths with the most feared of them all: Hades. For the first time, the King of the Underworld enters the Crucible, a deadly contest where gods choose mortals to compete for the throne of Olympus. To her shock, Hades selects her, a sarcastic nobody with a curse, as his champion. As she navigates the dangerous game and Hades’ enigmatic intentions, she finds herself drawn to him. Even as she questions whether she’s merely a pawn in his ruthless quest for victory.
Wild Eyes
by Elsie Silver
In this steamy romance, a chart-topping country singer seeks refuge in a rugged mountain town to escape her chaotic life. Only to collide with Weston Belmont, a confident and irresistibly attractive single dad. As she bonds with his two adorable children and falls for West’s undeniable charm, she grapples with the tension between her tumultuous celebrity life and the peaceful, loving connection she finds in Rose Hill. Despite her growing love for West and his family, she fears that her past might threaten their future together. Torn between her heart and the reality of her world, she must decide if she can truly settle down with the man who has shown her what real love feels like.
Creation Lake
by Rachel Kushner
In Rachel Kushner’s latest novel, Creation Lake, the story follows a cunning American agent, known only as Sadie Smith, who infiltrates a French anarchist collective with ruthless precision. Posing as a lover to Lucien, a well-bred Parisian, and manipulating those around her, Sadie is driven by shadowy figures who instruct her to incite chaos. Amidst the backdrop of rural France, she encounters Bruno Lacombe, a mysterious figure who challenges her with his radical ideas and tragic past. Combining dark humor and glittering insights, Kushner delivers a propulsive page-turner that explores themes of manipulation, seduction, and the clash between modernity and ancient ideals.
Apollyon
by Jennifer L. Armentrout
In this gripping tale, Alex faces her worst fears as she loses her free will to the Awakening and becomes a docile shell under the influence of the Elixir. Despite her weakened state, her love for Aiden St. Delphi remains a powerful force. Aiden is determined to fight against the gods and even Alex herself to restore her. The gods, desperate to prevent Seth from becoming the God Killer, have wreaked havoc and death in their attempt to sever the bond between the Apollyons. Now, Alex and Aiden must journey through the Underworld and navigate perilous obstacles to find a soul who might hold the key to stopping the impending destruction. Meanwhile, Alex grapples with the terrifying possibility that she herself could become the God Killer.
Fall With Me
by Becka Mack
In the fourth book of the Playing for Keeps series, a one-night stand turns unexpectedly complicated. Jaxon Riley, a hockey player skilled at fighting and flirting but not at relationships, meets Lennon Hayes, who’s on an unexpected solo vacation instead of her honeymoon. After a night of cocktails and chemistry, Lennon slips away, thinking their encounter is over. However, when she starts a new job as the Vancouver Vipers’ photographer, she finds herself face-to-face with Jaxon, the man she thought she’d left behind. As sparks fly once again, neither is looking for a serious relationship—until Jaxon decides if he’s going to fall, he wants Lennon to fall with him.
Immortal Dark
by Tigest Girma
In this dark academia fantasy, Immortal Dark combines elements of The Cruel Prince and Ninth House in a dangerously romantic tale. Orphaned heiress Kidan Adane, estranged from her arcane society, is determined to find her missing sister, June, who she believes has been taken by the vampire Susenyos Sagad—an enigmatic and malevolent figure bound to their family. To uncover the truth, Kidan must infiltrate the elite Uxlay University, where she must navigate a world of vampiric intrigue while living with Susenyos, who harbors secrets of his own. As a murder mirrors her sister’s disappearance, Kidan delves deeper into the dark underworld of vampires, discovering a centuries-old threat. Torn between her quest for vengeance and a growing, dangerous attraction to Susenyos, Kidan faces a choice: save her sister and bring Uxlay to its knees or succumb to the dark allure of love and power.
September 10th
Somewhere Beyond the Sea (Cerulean Chronicles, 2)
by TJ Klune
Somewhere Beyond the Sea is the highly anticipated sequel to TJ Klune’s beloved novel, The House in the Cerulean Sea. This story follows Arthur Parnassus, the headmaster of a magical orphanage on Marsyas Island, as he faces the challenges of his dark past resurfacing. With his found family by his side—including his partner Linus Baker and other island residents. Arthur must protect the magical children under his care while confronting a new threat that could either strengthen or shatter their bonds. This is a tale of love, resistance, and the fight to create a life worth living.
Here One Moment
by Liane Moriarty
Here One Moment by Liane Moriarty is a gripping tale that explores the intersection of fate and free will. During a seemingly ordinary domestic flight, passengers receive eerie predictions about their deaths from an unremarkable woman, later dubbed “The Death Lady.” While some passengers laugh off their distant fates, six of them are told they have only a short time left. As the predictions start to come true, the passengers face profound questions: If you knew your future, would you try to fight it? Moriarty masterfully weaves a story about the struggle for control in an unpredictable world, blending humor, mystery, and deep philosophical questions.
September 17
The Butcher Game
by Alaina Urquhart
The Butcher Game is the thrilling second book in the national bestselling series by New York Times bestselling author and Morbid podcast cohost Alaina Urquhart. The story unfolds from the perspectives of notorious serial killer Jeremy Rose, known as the Bayou Butcher, and forensic pathologist Dr. Wren Muller. As Jeremy evades capture and plots revenge against Wren—the only person to have escaped him—Wren, still recovering from their previous encounter, is drawn back into the hunt. As Jeremy leaves a trail of new victims, Wren risks everything in a deadly game of cat and mouse, determined to bring him to justice. With vivid, true-to-life details, this book is a gripping continuation of the Dr. Wren Muller series.
We Solve Murders
by Richard Osman
In this new mystery, retired detective Steve Wheeler is content with his quiet life, enjoying pub quizzes and time with his cat. However, his adrenaline-seeking daughter-in-law, Amy, pulls him back into the action when a body and a bag of money disrupt her security job on a remote island. With danger closing in, Amy turns to Steve for help. Together, this unlikely detective duo embarks on a thrilling global chase, trying to outwit a cunning killer before it’s too late.
Fear the Flames
by Olivia Rose Darling
In Fear the Flames, the first book in Olivia Rose Darling’s epic fantasy romance series, exiled princess Elowen Atarah seeks to free her dragons and reclaim her lost kingdom. Once imprisoned by her father, King Garrick of Imirath, Elowen has built a secret kingdom of her own, Aestilian, and is prepared to do whatever it takes for vengeance—even if it means allying with Cayden Veles, the feared Commander of Vareveth. Ruthless and enigmatic, Cayden offers his aid in exchange for Elowen’s support in his war against Imirath. As they join forces to infiltrate the impenetrable castle and recover her dragons, their undeniable attraction grows amidst danger and deception. With the threat of war looming, Elowen’s quest becomes a perilous adventure where vengeance and romance intertwine, setting the stage for a thrilling and immersive fantasy filled with dragon bonds, dangerous quests, and a captivating reluctant-allies-to-lovers romance.
September 24
Intermezzo
by Sally Rooney
In Sally Rooney’s deeply moving novel, Intermezzo, the lives of two very different brothers, Peter and Ivan Koubek, are profoundly shaped by their father’s recent death. Peter, a successful lawyer, grapples with his relationships and finds himself emotionally adrift. While Ivan, a young chess player, meets Margaret, an older woman with a troubled past, leading to an intense connection. As both brothers navigate their grief and desires, the story explores the complexities of love, family, and the capacity for personal growth in the face of profound loss.
Goldfinch
by Raven Kennedy
In the thrilling finale of the dark fantasy series set in the gilded world of Orea, intense romance and epic battles reach their climax. The protagonist faces a choice between saving her world or fighting for her love, Slade. As war rages and she struggles with internal conflicts, her bond with Slade, strengthened by ancient magic, becomes crucial. Against all odds, she is determined to win her battles, reclaim her identity, and defy those who seek to erase her. This powerful conclusion delivers the sizzling romance, devastation, and triumph fans have eagerly awaited.
Pucking Sweet
by Emily Rath
In this red-hot MMF hockey romance, Poppy St. James lands her dream job as the PR Director for the Jacksonville Rays, the NHL’s hottest new team. Tasked with managing a roster of challenging players, including the infamous Lukas Novikov, a party-loving defenseman, Poppy is determined to excel despite the chaos. When a drunken mistake leads to a surprising revelation—a positive pregnancy test—Poppy’s carefully controlled life is thrown into upheaval. Now, she must navigate the blurred lines between work and personal life while facing an uncertain future with Lukas and his teammate Colton Morrow.
The Forest of Lost Souls
by Dean Koontz
In Dean Koontz’s gripping novel, The Forest of Lost Souls, Vida, a courageous woman raised in the wilderness by her great-uncle, is deeply connected to nature and the wolves of the forest. Her life, shaped by love, loss, and mystical prophecies, is disrupted when she learns of a dark secret surrounding the death of her beloved Jose Nochelobo, a local hero. As powerful and malevolent figures in Kettleton County seek to silence her, Vida must fight back with the strength of the forest and its ancient magic. Determined to restore justice and uncover the truth, Vida stands resolute against the forces of evil that threaten her world.
Never Keep
by Caroline Peckham & Susanne Valenti
In the highly anticipated first book of the new Zodiac Academy spin-off series, [Title] by Caroline Peckham and Susanne Valenti, fate turns a cold shoulder to the wicked. In a world where dragons are missing and elemental forces clash, survival isn’t optional. The protagonist, a powerful Fae with a gift for manipulating hearts and summoning corruption, finds herself entangled in a web of deceit and danger. As she grapples with her tumultuous past and uncertain future, she’s drawn to a man who seems determined to see her downfall. Amidst a land of chaos and division, she begins to unravel the long-held lies, realizing that she and another Fae might hold the key to changing their world.
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