Hello, fellow book lovers! This week Woman’s World Book Club has another collection of just-released book recommendations—from family saga to thriller, romance, nonfiction and more. We guarantee there’s something for every type of reader!
For the week of January 21 to January 27, we’re topping our list off with bestselling author Tracey Lange’s What Happened to the McCrays? Lange’s newest novel is filled with family drama, heartfelt moments and second chances. If you’re in the mood for an edge-of-your-seat thriller, you’ll want to pick up Beautiful Ugly by Alice Feeney—who is often referred to as “The Queen of Twists.” Readers are describing Feeney’s latest thriller as gripping and deliciously dark.
Any romance fans here? If so, you’re in for a treat! We highly recommend Once Smitten, Twice Shy by Chloe Liese. Liese’s new romance is a very sweet and very steamy reimagining of Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night. For those who savor rich historical fiction novels with a dash of magic, look no further than The Vanishing of Josephine Reynolds by Jennifer Moorman, which transports readers to the Jazz Age. Meanwhile, this week’s nonfiction pick is a fun, good-for-you cookbook. Simple Goodness by Makini Howell serves up 125 flavorful vegan recipes that can be made with simple ingredients you already have at home!
Keep scrolling for more details on Woman’s World Book Club’s recommendations for the week of January 21 to January 27. Happy reading!
Family saga
‘What Happened to the McCrays?’ by Tracey Lange
Bestselling author Tracey Lange is known for writing rich family dramas full of heart—and her latest follows suit. Kyle McCray returns to his hometown after learning his father suffered a stroke. Kyle up and left two and a half years earlier, abandoning people who’d depended on him—and now he must confront it all. When he’s asked to coach a local hockey team, he finds hope in unexpected places.
Thriller
‘Beautiful Ugly’ by Alice Feeney
Dark secrets, revenge, shocking twists…this eerie page-turner has it all. Author Grady Green’s life is turned upside down when his wife, Abby, vanishes after a perplexing incident near a cliff. A year later, still consumed by grief, searching for answers and unable to write, Grady travels to a remote Scottish island. There, he encounters a woman who looks exactly like his missing wife. Thriller fans will devour this read!
Romance
‘Once Smitten, Twice Shy’ by Chloe Liese
This sweet and steamy reimagining of Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night centers on Juliet “Jules” Wilmot, a jaded romantic. She’s sworn off romance, but when the shy, off-limits Will Orsino asks for romance tips, she agrees to help him. As they embark on a dating charade, they grow closer. Neither of them expects to have real chemistry with the other, but that’s exactly what they find. Is their happily ever after written in the stars?
Historical fiction
‘The Vanishing of Josephine Reynolds’ by Jennifer Moorman
Readers are transported to the Jazz Age in this whimsical story. When Josephine Reynolds buys her ancestral home, she discovers a magical door that transports her to 1927. There, she bonds with her great-grandmother, Alma, a speakeasy owner. But when she returns, history has been altered. Now, Josephine must race against time to save Alma—and herself.
Nonfiction
‘Simple Goodness’ by Makini Howell
Nourishing meals don’t have to be complicated, says renowned plant-based chef and restaurateur Makini Howell. And in her new cookbook, Simple Goodness, she’s proving it! Filled with 125 easy, flavor-packed vegan recipes, each dish is made using simple ingredients found in your pantry and kitchen. From delicious, savory meals like Baba’s Morning Quinoa, Portobello Gyros and Eggplant Parmesan to desserts like Vanilla Caramel Apple Sprinkle Ice-Cream Sammie, this cookbook offers a variety of recipes perfect for any occasion. Howell’s book—which features a foreword by music legend Stevie Wonder—is a true celebration of mouthwatering, good-for-you meals that will bring comfort and joy into the heart of your home!
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