There’s no doubt that the first four months of the year have been a rollercoaster for almost everyone. But one thing’s for sure – us bookworms already have a great list of new books to indulge in. Now, especially, is the perfect time to dedicate time during the day to reading, and why not start with some of the newest and best books of 2020 (so far)? Our list includes something for everyone!
From non-traditional biographies about the first American president, to exhilarating works of fiction about an Oligarch’s daughter, you can find books from every genre that have been released in 2020 and prove for a great read.
Why We Can’t Sleep follows how societal trends have led Gen X women to ultimately feel unhappy and stuck in their careers (and life in general). Calhoun interviews a group of diverse women and brings the crisis to light while offering solutions to her peers.
Alexis Coe writes an engaging and humorous biography of George Washington; she strays away from the traditional methods of romanticizing people and dispels popular myths while taking a closer look at the American founding father. Coe combines history and humor, making this biography a perfect read for people other than patriotic fathers.
Bolden writes the story of a young African-American girl who wants to enter womanhood on her own terms during the widespread social change in the early 1900s. Savannah, the daughter of an upper class family in Washington D.C., meets Nell, a working-class girl, who introduces her to the suffragette and socialist movements.
Hadley Freeman uncovers her family’s past secrets while focusing the life of her grandmother who escaped the horrors of Europe during World War II. After her grandmother’s death, Freeman finds photographs of her grandmother with a mysterious stranger, a cryptic telegram from the Red Cross and a drawing signed by Picasso himself. The book follows Freeman’s quest to uncover the history and significance of the items her grandmother left behind and leads her to discover her family’s past.
Edward is the sole survivor of a plane crash that ripped his family away from him. At the age of 12, he is forced to find a place for himself without his family. Dear Edward tells the heartbreaking story of grief and how difficult it is to come to terms with trauma.
The Missing American follows Emma Djan, a young private investigator in Ghana who gets pulled onto a case that involves an American widower who disappears after being swindled by internet scammers. Quartey takes readers on Emma’s journey on investigating a case she never thought she would.
The Night Watchman was inspired by Erdich’s grandfather who helped save the Turtle Mountain Reservation in North Dakota. The book follows Thomas Wazhashk, a Chippewa Council member trying to make sense of an emancipation bill that targets Native American tribes.
The founder of a women-only coworking space suddenly disappears and her friends are desperate to find her. Along the way, they start to uncover surprising secrets about her and even themselves. Bartz’ novel is a must-read for fans of the thriller and fiction genres!
Irby has put together a collection of essays on marriage, aging, small-town America, and many more - sharing tragic and embarrassing stories on her life and proves for a much-needed light-hearted read.
Anna Wiener shares secrets on what really goes on behind the scenes in Silicon Valley, what it’s like being a woman working in a seemingly man’s industry and highlights the fact that the valley is still dominated by one demographic.
South explores how technology can easily collapse the relationships we build with others by sharing stories that make us aware of society’s need for acceptance and gratification and how the rejection causes many people to shit down.
Natasha is the daughter of a Russian oligarch and has just been enrolled into boarding school. She quickly discovers that the headmaster favors the skinny students and is now thrown into a world of eating disorders and Instagram addictions. Oligarchy explores power, youth and privilege while focusing on the lives of teenage girls who constantly seek validity in a rather manipulative world.
A great read for all Pride and Prejudice lovers. The Other Bennet Sister follows Mary, the middle of five girls, who just so happens to be the most ordinary sister out of the bunch. She is described as having little to no redeeming features and is deemed unlovable. Hadlow shows readers a different side of Mary, exploring her character deeper instead of just writing her off as boring and dull.
Giovanna Fletcher has put together a collection of heartfelt letters addressed to her three young sons, her husband, family and friends who have constantly inspired her and supported her dreams and aspirations. She shares personal stories of her family life, giving her fans a closer look without glamorizing the idea of a perfect family.
Followers offers readers a take on the internet-obsessed culture we still live in. The book follows two friends who throw away ethics once they start to achieve fame on social media. The narrative jumps between Orla, a blogger in 2015, and Marlow, a young wife in 2051 where celebrities are knowingly on camera 24/7 - uncovering how the two are eventually bound to connect.
A Long Petal of the Sea tells the story of two refugees from the Spanish Civil War who flee to Chile and start a new and long journey through personal chaos and constant political turmoil.
Eva Hansen finds herself in the hospital after being struck by lightning, but now has to process the news that her mother has been murdered. She doesn’t remember details prior to her accident, making the local police suspicious of her. In order to clear her name, Eva travels from Seattle to London, where her mother used to live, and starts to unravel truths that someone does not want her to know.
These Ghosts Are Family revolves around the consequences of one decision, telling the story of the Paisley family from colonial Jamaica to present-day Harlem. The book follows the lives of Vera, a single mother, and two daughters and a granddaughter who aren’t aware that they’re related, uncovering how these lives might have taken different courses if not for Abel Paisley’s actions.
Judy is a 50 year old mother and wife who starts to feel like she’s losing stability in her professional and personal life. She starts to feel distant from her 13 year old son all while dealing with the pain of her best friend being terminally ill. Judy finds an old baby sling in her basement and decides to put her dog in the sling as a sort of security blanket. The hilariously tragic story highlights anxieties that we all face and the methods we use to cope, no matter how unhealthy they may seem.
The Mercies follows witches, the Arctic and the disappearance of men, based on the true events of the 1621 witch trials in Vardø, Finland, in which a storm killed all the local men. The book details how the local women must now fend for themselves, all while protecting their small town from a newly arrived Scot.
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