It’s bound to be one of your favourites
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. With all the manner of exciting book releases dropping this month, we’re predicting your booklist is about to be longer than expected. From steamy romances to romantic comedies and horror stories, May 2024 book releases are filled with books from across the genre spectrum.
Take a look at our curated guide on the best May 2024 book releases to add to your stacking TBR list.
Here are the best May 2024 book releases that should be on your radar:
This Summer Will Be Different
Carley Fortune
Summer is almost here, and what better time than now to plan the best beach reads to lose yourself in this upcoming sun-kissed season? Known for her summer-infused plotlines, Carley Fortune is back with another romance book that will have you whiling away the hours by turning pages. Tugging at your heartstrings, This Summer Will Be Different sees Lucy falling in love with handsome local, Felix — who shows her a very good time wink wink every time she vacations at Prince Edward Island. What she didn’t expect to find out this summer is that Felix is her best friend’s younger brother and this is the summer where her local hottie doesn’t flirt or banter with her.
Release Date: 7 May
The Dixon Rule
Elle Kennedy
Slated to be one of the most heartwarming and steamy tales our bookshelves are lusting after this month, The Dixon Rule by Elle Kennedy is about to be our new favourite sports romance. And, since it’s written by none other than our hockey queen, we’re on the tip of our toes. The book follows Diana, a beautiful cheerleader and Shane, a tall gorgeous hockey player who end up fake dating in order to make Shane’s ex jealous. And, who better to play the girlfriend role than his sassy new neighbour? But, things start getting real for the both of them and they can’t seem to deny the sizzling tension.
Release Date: 14 May
A Crane Among Wolves
June Hur
The bestselling author of The Red Palace is back with another pitter-patter tale. Based on a true story from Korean History, A Crane Among Wolves, follows 17-year-old, Iseul who becomes entangled in a political conspiracy with an enigmatic prince to save her sister’s life, free the people and destroy a tyrant. But she soon discovers the king’s power is absolute, and to challenge his rule is to court certain death. Armed with Iseul’s family connections and the prince’s royal access, they reluctantly join forces to launch the riskiest gamble the kingdom has ever seen.
Release Date: 14 May
The Paradise Problem
Christina Lauren
The famous duo, Christina Lauren is hitting the shelves again with another romantic read that will leave you swooning for more love. The Paradise Problem is a lovable story between the heir of a grocery chain and his free-spirited ex who has to fake a date to receive a massive inheritance.
Release Date: 14 May
Fragile Sanctuary
Catherine Cowles
If your heart lies in small-town romances, then try Catherine Cowles’ first novel in her new series, Sparrow Falls. While those living in the real world will steer clear of engaging in romances with your brother’s best friend, that doesn’t mean they can’t enjoy exploring them fictionally. From enemies to lovers, this spicy yet heartbreaking book follows Rhodes and her brother’s best friend, Anson — a sexy, grumpy contractor who will do anything to keep Rhodes safe.
Release Date: 16 May
You Like It Darker
Stephen King
Legendary author Stephen King is back and he’s giving us more horror like never before. This month, the author of The Shining will be releasing a collection of twelve short stories — never-before-published — that will leave you on the edge of your seat. From stories about fate, luck and catastrophes, this book release will truly bring you terror and solace. If you like things dark and darker, then add this to your cart this month.
Release Date: 21 May
Lies And Weddings
Kevin Kwan
If you couldn’t put down Crazy Rich Asians, we predict that you’ll be similarly enthralled with Kevin Kwan’s latest hit, Lies And Weddings. So, best believe there’s comedy, love, heartbreak, lies, billionaires, heiresses and stacks of cash. The newest release will follow Rufus Leung Gresham, the future Duke of Greshambury and son of a former Hong Kong supermodel who is drowning in debt — even his legendary Gresham trust can’t help him against his piling mountain of debts. The only solution to solve his profligate spending is to seduce a woman with money at his sister’s wedding. But, of course, plans change, truths are being revealed and reputations are scarred.
Release Date: 21 May
One Perfect Couple
Ruth Ware
If you’re looking for a rollercoaster kind of read, then we suggest you pick this one up when you’re in the bookstore. This ingenious thriller follows five couples who are trapped on an island where a killer stalks them. What was supposed to be a new reality TV Show ends up being a real game show where the stakes are life or death. Dotted with fast-paced storylines, suspense, intriguing characters and more, this novel is for those detective bookworms.
Release Date: 21 May
If Something Happens to Me
Alex Finlay
Weaving through multiple storylines, If Something Happens to Me is a pulse-pounding thriller about a missing girl, a notorious crime boss and a new sheriff in town trying to solve a mystery that has twist after twist. The book follows Ryan as he travels from the rolling hills of Tuscany to a rural village in the UK, to the glittering streets of Paris in search of the truth of the night his girlfriend goes missing. However, he has no idea that his salvation may lie with a young sheriff’s deputy in Kansas working her first case, and a mobster in Philadelphia who’s experienced a tragedy of his own.
