Looking for the best books to read in 2023? You’ve come to the right place. Whether you’re heading off for a spot of early sunshine or lazing on the sofa, contributing editor Margaret Hussey has rounded up the best fiction books of 2023 to devour this spring. From thrillers to debuts, there’s something for every bookworm’s tastes. From the best books to read right now to the most anticipated book releases of 2023 – mark these dates in your diary, or better yet, pre-order your next novel right now.
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A beautiful book about love, The Island Of Longing is the third novel from acclaimed Irish writer Anne Griffin. It centres around mother Rosie, whose teenage daughter Saoirse disappeared eight years ago – and Rosie has never given up hope of finding her. With a great ear for dialogue and eye for setting, Griffin builds a real sense of what loss can do to a family.
The Island of Longing by Anne Griffin is out on May 4th, Spectre, £16.99. [Pre-order]
With over 80 million books in print worldwide and translated into 46 languages, Harlan Coben is back with another thriller. I Will Find You sees David Burroughs wrongfully imprisoned for his son Matthew’s murder. Hearing evidence that Matthew may be alive, David is determined to break out of prison and clear his name. Classic Coben with twists and pace.
I Will Find You by Harlan Coben is out on March 16, Century, £20 [pre-order]
This debut novel by book publicist and editor Becky Hunter has been getting rave reviews and rightly so. A celebration of female friendship, it follows Evie, who has MS, and her flatmate Scarlett, who is killed in a tragic accident. But Scarlett is still looking out for and over Evie… A powerful story of grief and hope.
One Moment by Becky Hunter is out on now, Corvus, £14.99
William Hussey (no relation!) has been critically acclaimed for his Young Adult books. And in his debut adult novel Killing Jericho, has brought a new voice to crime fiction. Based on his own experiences of growing up gay and the son of a travelling showman, his protagonist Scott Jericho uses his upbringing, heritage and police background to solve a series of murders. Dark and Gothic.
Killing Jericho by William Hussey is out on April 27, Zaffre, £14.99 [pre-order]
Oprah has already cited Hang the Moon by American author Jeanette Walls as one of the most anticipated books of the year. Set in Virginia during Prohibition, it follows Sallie Kincaid, who, after being cast out, returns to her family and turns to bootlegging. Both the writing and the heroine are sharp and bold.
Hang The Moon by Jeanette Wall is out on April 13, Simon & Schuster, £16.99 [pre-order]
The Love Algorithm by best-selling Irish author Claudia Carroll follows Iris, Kim and Connie, who, fed up with the dating scene, decide to take matters into their own hands. Data and numbers person Iris sets up a dating app to find the real formula for love… Fun and frothy, this is perfect for fans of Marian Keyes or Cecilia Ahern.
The Love Algorithm by Claudia Carroll is out in paperback on March 30, Zaffre, £8.99 [pre-order]
The Dolly Parton Activity Book does exactly what it says on the cover. A funny and informative book it’s got everything for Dolly fans from anagrams of her favourite songs to colouring-in, word clouds, quizzes and the best of her wisdom and quick wit.
The Dolly Parton Activity Book by Nathan Joyce is out on May 25, Pavilion, £9.99 [pre-order]
From JLS to farmer to Songs of Praise presenter, JB Gill has pretty much turned his hand to everything. Now he’s a children’s author. His debut book Ace and the Animal Heroes is inspired by his own experiences of moving from the city to the countryside.
Ace and the Animal Heroes by JB Gill is out on April 27, Puffin, £7.99 [pre-order]
Which of 2023’s best new books will you be reading? Drop us a note in the comments below!
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