5 Must-Read New Releases for December 16-22, 2024
Our most anticipated new releases and recommendations for this week
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Happy New Release Tuesday, friends! It’s time for another roundup of exciting new romances hitting shelves this week. Whether you’re looking for cozy holiday vibes, action-packed suspense, or a deep dive into fantastical worlds, I’ve got you covered. Here are five books I’m personally excited about (3 are recommendations), and I think you will be too. Let’s dive in!
5 Must-Read New Releases for December 16-22, 2024
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Books Mentioned:
A Realm of Fear and Fury by Miranda Joy
If you love fantasy romance with a healthy dose of emotional depth, this is a must-read. A Realm of Fear & Fury is the epic finale to the Courts of Malice trilogy, following Alessia as she battles her inner darkness while navigating a looming war. Joined by the steadfast and swoon-worthy Rainer, this story is packed with high stakes, a fated mates romance, and characters who’ll tug at your heart.
Start with A Curse of Malice and Mercy if you’re new to the series. It’s worth the binge, trust me!
Available on Kindle Unlimited
Grab on Amazon 🖤
Something Extraordinary by Alexis Hall
For those of you who want some laugh-out-loud hijinks, Alexis Hall delivers with Something Extraordinary. This Regency romance follows Sir Horley Comewithers and his best friend Arabella Tarleton on a chaotic journey to Gretna Green to escape unsuitable marriages. Their adventure is a delightful blend of sharp wit, campy charm, and heartfelt connection. If you loved Something Fabulous or are just looking for pure fun, this is it.
Available on Kindle Unlimited
Grab on Amazon 🖤
Resort to Romance by Kacey Sophia
A snowy Austrian ski town, a guarded hero recovering from heartbreak, and an ambitious journalist stepping out of her comfort zone. Alisha and Felix’s story in Resort to Romance is the perfect mix of cozy winter vibes and heartfelt emotional growth. If you’re into opposites attract, healing, and swoony holiday romance, add this one to your winter TBR.
Available on Kindle Unlimited
North is the Night by Emily Wrath
This Finnish folklore-inspired fantasy has everything: a dark underworld, a legendary journey, and a bond between two women who defy gods and mortals alike. North Is the Night follows Siiri as she risks everything to save Aina from the underworld’s grasp. Expect lush world-building, clever heroines, and a story that’s equal parts heartbreaking and hopeful.
Available on Kindle Unlimited
Blaze Erupting by Rebecca Zanetti
If action-packed suspense is your thing, Blaze Erupting has you covered. Hugh Johnson and Eleanor Smithers team up to stop a terrorist attack in this second-chance romance set against the backdrop of the Scorpius apocalypse. With high stakes, intense chemistry, and plenty of edge-of-your-seat moments, this one’s impossible to put down.
Grab on Amazon or read our review 🖤
Start looking ahead to December 2024 book releases! Check out our monthly look ahead post.
What’s on your TBR this week? Let’s chat in the comments! And as always, happy reading—I’ll see you under the covers.
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