Here are our favourite picks from the standout new releases of the month
It’s that time of the month again when we curate a guide for you on what new book releases should be on your radar — be it if you’re a newbie bookworm or a veteran bibliophile. Whether you’re looking for a quick summer read or a thoughtful tale to devour, the month of June is filled with books from across the genre spectrum.
Take a look at our curated guide on the best June 2024 book releases to add to your stacking TBR list — one of them is bound to be one of your favourites.
All the best book releases in June 2024:
Crossroads
Devney Perry
Known for her small-town romance, Devney Perry returns to her usual stomping grounds with a sweeping tale about love, loss and Montana. Following childhood friends, Indya and West, this enemies-to-lovers tale will leave you crying, laughing and loving every inch of love.
Release Date: 4 June
Leather & Lark
Brynne Weaver
If you loved Butcher & Blackbird, then there’s nothing stopping you from loving the second book in The Ruinous Love Trilogy series. Full of dark humour, spice and serial killer vibes, this marriage of convenience books follows contract killer Lachlan and indie singer-songwriter Lark as they navigate their dark, bloody world.
Release Date: 4 June
Mirrored Heavens
Rebecca Roanhorse
The finale is here and we’re brimming with excitement. The destinies of the people of Meridian will finally be determined in this stunning conclusion to Rebecca Roanhorse’s Between Earth and Sky trilogy. Thrilling and fast-paced, this adventure fantasy book won’t leave you disappointed.
Release Date: 4 June
The Midnight Feast
Lucy Foley
If you’re a fan of Agatha Christie, then you’ll no doubt love Lucy Foley’s thrilling tales. Dotted with secrets, lies, murder and fire, this thriller book recounts the tragedy of a fire that happens on the grounds of a Manor — where a body’s been discovered and guests are acting weird.
Release Date: 6 June
Not In Love
Ali Hazelwood
After dipping her feet in the world of werewolf romance, bestselling author Ali Hazelwood is making a comeback with her usual domain — women in science. Not In Love follows Rue Siebert, a biotech engineer at Kline who had the world at her feet until corporate heartthrob Eli Killgore does a hostile takeover at the company, crumbling her world. The most hated problem? She can’t deny how attractive he is and how he struts in the boardroom.
Release Date: 11 June
God of War
Rina Kent
“We got married two years ago, Mrs. King.” If there’s one thing Rina Kent can do right tremendously it is writing copious amounts of will-they-won’t-they tension. Just like her other books, God of War has next-level passionate moments that are guaranteed to get your heart racing. This standalone enemies-to-lovers follows Eli and Ava who end up in a marriage of convenience, so best believe there’s angst, spice and a ton of love.
Release Date: 13 June
Love Unwritten
Lauren Asher
Peppered with fluff, spice and romance, Love Unwritten sees single dad Rafael falling head over heels for his nanny, Ellie. Despite not wanting to protect his heart at all costs, Ellie makes it difficult for him to stay away.
Release Date: 18 June
Middle of The Night
Riley Sager
The author of The Only One Left is back with another hit that will have us gripping the edge of our seats. In this latest jaw-dropping thriller, a man must battle with the haunting disappearance of his childhood best friend—and the dark secrets lurking just beyond the safe confines of his picture-perfect neighbourhood.
Release Date: 18 June
Bear
Julia Philips
If none of the above interests you then you might find some interest in Julia Philips’ latest raw, contemporary fiction. This mesmerising book follows the bond of two sisters on a Pacific Northwest island whose lives are upended by an unexpected visitor. A tale about family, obsession and a mysterious creature in the woods this is an introspective read you’ll need to add to your TBR list.
