The varied authorship is reflected in the diverse themes addressed, ranging from love in the First World War trenches, divorce and The Troubles in Ireland to first-time motherhood, a Black perspective in the Second World War and romance. This year’s reading pile sees plenty of acclaimed debuts from the likes of Louise Kennedy, Monica Heisey and Alice Winn, as well as eagerly anticipated tomes from acclaimed authors, such as Shehan Karunatilaka, Colson Whitehead and Rosanna Amaka. From romance novels to Booker Prize-winning thrillers and laugh-out-loud tomes, the mix is as eclectic as ever. Luckily, the releases (so far) for 2023 leave you spoiled for choice. From easy-breezy sun-lounger reads and immersive historical epics to novels that transport you to warmer climes (even if you’re not jetting off yourself), the criteria for a good summer book is simple: you won’t want to put it down. The balmier months between May and September offer ample chance to dive into a new tome. This novel is about a woman called Martha. For fans of Sally Rooney, Taffy Brodesser-Akner and Fleabag. Whether your summer is going to spent enjoying lazy days in the park, road trips to the coast or a beach holiday abroad, one thing for sure is that a gripping book (or two) is a must-have. Spiky, sharp, intriguingly dark and tender, full of pathos, fury and wit, Sorrow and Bliss by Meg Mason is a dazzling, distinctive novel from a boldly talented writer.
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