With the new year already in full swing, it’s time to take a look at some of the most highly anticipated books of 2020. Whether you’re a fan of fiction, non-fiction, or something in between, there’s sure to be something on this list that will catch your eye. Here are 10 must-read books of 2020 you won’t want to miss:
1. “Where the Crawdads Sing” by Delia Owens
– A powerful novel that tells the story of a young girl named Kya who grows up in the marshes of North Carolina.
2. “The Vanishing Half” by Brit Bennett
– This novel follows the lives of twin sisters who choose to live in very different worlds, one passing as white and the other living as a black woman.
3. “The Silent Patient” by Alex Michaelides
– A gripping psychological thriller about a woman who stops speaking after being accused of murdering her husband.
4. “Such a Fun Age” by Kiley Reid
– A thought-provoking novel that explores issues of race, privilege, and social media through the story of a young black babysitter and her white employer.
5. “My Dark Vanessa” by Kate Elizabeth Russell
– A haunting and mesmerizing novel that tells the story of a young woman who is forced to confront her past when her former high school teacher is accused of inappropriate behavior.
6. “The Glass Hotel” by Emily St. John Mandel
– A beautifully written novel that weaves together the lives of a group of characters connected by a luxury hotel and a Ponzi scheme.
7. “The Authenticity Project” by Clare Pooley
– A charming and heartwarming novel about a group of strangers who connect through a shared journal where they reveal their true selves.
8. “Deacon King Kong” by James McBride
– A humorous and poignant novel that follows the residents of a Brooklyn housing project as they navigate love, loss, and redemption.
9. “Mexican Gothic” by Silvia Moreno-Garcia
– A chilling and atmospheric novel that combines elements of gothic horror with Mexican folklore.
10. “The City We Became” by N.K. Jemisin
– A dazzling urban fantasy novel that imagines a world where cities come alive as human avatars to fight against a malevolent force.
These are just a few of the many fantastic books that are set to be released in 2020. Whether you’re a fan of thrillers, literary fiction, or fantasy, there’s sure to be something on this list that will capture your imagination and keep you turning the pages well into the new year.