20 Must-Reads for Obsessive Book Lovers

by Jessica Brody

A gleeful demonstration of the universally acknowledged truth that “if anyone can get away with murder, it’s a writer.” Full review >

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by Sarah Lotz

An absorbing murder mystery with a unique twist and a poignant look at grief. Full review >

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by Teresa Dovalpage

A fascinating look at life in Cuba cleverly intertwined with a series of puzzles the protagonist is desperate to solve. Full review >

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by Katherine Reay

An origin story of the next generation’s Miss Marple: cozy, clever, canny, and grounded in history. Full review >

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by Catherine Walsh

A wonderfully charming rom-com that’s perfect for book lovers. Full review >

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by Richard Osman

It’s a pleasure spending time with Osman’s quirky detectives, who are much more capable than they seem. Full review >

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by Tim Sullivan

A series that continues to set the standard in police procedurals. Full review >

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by Meg Shaffer

Catnip for anyone who ever wished they could walk around in their favorite book. Full review >

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by Ruth Ozeki

Tender, mysterious, and moving. Full review >

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by Laura Zigman

A standout in the popular genre of literary-world satire. Full review >

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by Katie Clapham

Tender portraits make for an engaging read. Full review >

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by Michael Cunningham

A pleasant and often quite inspiring recap of a life devoted to the practice of fiction. Full review >

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by Emily Eakin

A fine account of the onetime primacy of French critical theory and its place in real life. Full review >

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by Dorothy Lazard

A thoughtful memoir celebrates the riches of the library. Full review >

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by Rebecca Lee

A sharp, witty look at writing, reading, and publishing. Full review >

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