Readworthy by BookBub This Month’s Best New Reader Favorites What are readers saying about the buzziest books of the month? We’ve rounded up their top-rated picks — including a historical epic from the author of <i>Hamnet</i>, an atmospheric small-town mystery, and more! ---------------------------------- The Shampoo Effect by Jenny Jackson Booklovers are calling July’s Read with Jenna pick the perfect beach read - Greenhead, Massachusetts, is an idyllic summer oasis where everyone knows everyone — but when newcomer Caroline’s arrival shakes up long-standing friendships and marriages, the town may never be the same… - “An absolute delight” (Elin Hilderbrand) from the <i>New York Times</i> bestselling author of <i>Pineapple Street</i> - Readers say: “<i>The Shampoo Effect</i> had me totally hooked! It’s gossipy, funny, and messy” Media Praise: TODAY Book Club/Read with Jenna, TODAY Show, The New York Times/The New York Times Book Review, People, Elle, Parade, The Times, The Boston Globe, Publishers Weekly, Kirkus Reviews, Literary Hub Buy Now: Amazon https://r.bookbub.com/et_active_check/7959?affiliate_variant=readworthy-emai... Learn More: https://www.bookbub.com/readworthy/books/the-shampoo-effect-by-jenny-jackson... Drayton and Mackenzie by Alexander Starritt Readers can’t stop talking about this sweeping portrait of an unlikely friendship - A <i>New York Times Book Review</i> Editors’ Choice hailed as “<i>Great Expectations</i> meets <i>The Big Short</i>” (<i>The Sunday Times</i>) - Can brilliant, disciplined James Drayton and impulsive dreamer Roland Mackenzie change the world? - Boasts a 4.3-star average rating on Goodreads Media Praise: The New York Times/The New York Times Book Review, The Guardian, The Times Literary Supplement, Kirkus Reviews, Booklist, Literary Hub Buy Now: Amazon https://r.bookbub.com/et_active_check/7888?affiliate_variant=readworthy-emai... Learn More: https://www.bookbub.com/readworthy/books/drayton-and-mackenzie-by-alexander-... Heather by Caitlin Mullen Loved <i>The God of the Woods</i>? Here’s your next must-read mystery - Readers say: “It is one of the best books I’ve read this year — or maybe just one of the best books I’ve read” - In a quaint New Jersey town, new police chief Callie Hauser is propelled into a decades-old cold case of twin sisters who vanished - Rave reviews from Alex Michaelides, Amy Tintera, and Riley Sager, who calls it “a gorgeously written page-turner” Media Praise: The New York Times/The New York Times Book Review, Publishers Weekly, Kirkus Reviews, Library Journal Buy Now: Amazon https://r.bookbub.com/et_active_check/7852?affiliate_variant=readworthy-emai... Learn More: https://www.bookbub.com/readworthy/books/heather-by-caitlin-mullen?granted_a... Good Morning Moon by Brad Gooch A ‘thoughtful, memorable’ memoir (<i>Kirkus Reviews</i>) that will tug at your heartstrings - A <i>New York Times</i> bestselling biographer tells his own story of starting a family in late middle age and offers “elegant reflections on the transformative power of child-rearing” (<i>Publishers Weekly</i>) - Readers are praising the beautiful writing and candid explorations of identity, marriage, and parenthood - “This honest but celebratory book about late-stage happiness is a beacon of hope and discovery” (National Book Award–winning author Andrew Solomon) Media Praise: Publishers Weekly, Kirkus Reviews, Booklist Buy Now: Amazon https://r.bookbub.com/et_active_check/7869?affiliate_variant=readworthy-emai... Learn More: https://www.bookbub.com/readworthy/books/good-morning-moon-by-brad-gooch?gra... The Beasts of the East by Andrew Moore An acclaimed writer pens ‘an exemplary work of environmental journalism’ (<i>Kirkus Reviews</i>) - Readers say: “This wonderful book is interesting, informative, and enjoyable” - Can the eastern wilderness of the US — once full of elk, bison, and wolves — make a comeback? - Based on interviews with conservationists, hunters, biologists, and more, this “inspiring portrait of ecological recovery” features “deep research and often cinematic storytelling” (<i>Publishers Weekly</i>) Media Praise: The Wall Street Journal, Publishers Weekly, Kirkus Reviews, Library Journal, Literary Hub Buy Now: Amazon https://r.bookbub.com/et_active_check/7981?affiliate_variant=readworthy-emai... Learn More: https://www.bookbub.com/readworthy/books/the-beasts-of-the-east-by-andrew-mo... The One Day You Were My Husband by Rosie Walsh You’ll be stunned by the jaw-dropping twists in this ‘cancel-all-your-plans read’ (<i>Real Simple</i>) - Twelve years ago, Carrie’s whirlwind marriage was destroyed when armed men took her new husband, Johan, away during their beach wedding in Thailand. She hasn’t seen him since — until she stumbles upon an online post and learns he’s escaped… - Readers say: “I was on the edge of my seat as Carrie’s story unfolded through Rosie Walsh’s gorgeous, lyrical prose… A stunning, emotional read that lingers long after the final page” - From the <i>New York Times</i> bestselling author of <i>Ghosted</i> and <i>GMA</i> Book Club pick <i>The Love of My Life</i> Media Praise: Real Simple, Good Housekeeping, Publishers Weekly, Library Journal, Booklist Buy Now: Amazon https://r.bookbub.com/et_active_check/7866?affiliate_variant=readworthy-emai... Learn More: https://www.bookbub.com/readworthy/books/the-one-day-you-were-my-husband-by-... Wisdom Corner by David Heska Wanbli Weiden See why suspense fans are loving this complex, character-driven thriller - The Anthony Award–winning author of <i>Winter Counts</i> is back with a “dynamic, thoughtful, and moving” read (<i>Los Angeles Times</i>) - When a legendary figure is murdered on the Rosebud Indian Reservation, Virgil Wounded Horse embarks on a reluctant journey to seek justice - Readers say: “Once you start this book, you won’t want to put it down” Media Praise: Los Angeles Times, Publishers Weekly, BookPage, Literary Hub Buy Now: Amazon https://r.bookbub.com/et_active_check/7868?affiliate_variant=readworthy-emai... Learn More: https://www.bookbub.com/readworthy/books/wisdom-corner-by-david-heska-wanbli... Main Characters by Bobby Palmer A ‘decades-long, heart-wrenching love story’ (<i>Booklist</i>) recommended for Sally Rooney fans - “The unique structure is a standout” (<i>Kirkus Reviews</i>) in this unforgettable tale that unfolds through the perspectives of its side characters - After Clara and Seb meet in a London square, fate continues to reunite them — and their whirlwind romance sends ripple effects throughout their circles - Readers say: “Such a heartbreaking tale of love and loss… If you’re looking for a love story that’s a little different, this is the one for you!” Media Praise: Book of the Month, TODAY Show, Good Housekeeping, The Times, Kirkus Reviews, Library Journal, Booklist Buy Now: Amazon https://r.bookbub.com/et_active_check/7853?affiliate_variant=readworthy-emai... Learn More: https://www.bookbub.com/readworthy/books/main-characters-by-bobby-palmer-202... Land by Maggie O’Farrell The beloved author of <i>Hamnet</i> is back — and fans are calling this her best yet - In Ireland just after the Great Famine, Tomás and his 10-year-old son, Liam, are tasked with mapping the country — until an unexpected encounter changes everything - Readers say: “The writing is brilliant, the characters are full and realized, [and] the themes are beautiful” - An instant <i>New York Times</i> bestseller that’s “steeped in Irish history and folklore [and] alive with a sense of wonder” (<i>Kirkus Reviews</i> starred review) Media Praise: The New Yorker, NPR, The New York Times/The New York Times Book Review, The Atlantic, People, The Wall Street Journal, Financial Times, Slate, Vulture, Parade, The Guardian, The Times, The Boston Globe, Variety, Indie Next List, Library Reads, Publishers Weekly, Kirkus Reviews, Library Journal, Booklist, BookPage, Electric Literature, Literary Hub Buy Now: Amazon https://r.bookbub.com/et_active_check/7855?affiliate_variant=readworthy-emai... Learn More: https://www.bookbub.com/readworthy/books/land-by-maggie-o-farrell-2026-06-11... Little Wonder by Sophie Chen Keller Oprah’s latest book club pick is wowing readers everywhere - In this “rich and resonant story with universal appeal” (<i>Booklist</i> starred review), a mother and son spend years searching for each other after being separated at a train station - Kristin Hannah loves this “tender, heartfelt novel about love, loss, and the enduring power of a mother’s love” - Readers say: “This book is exactly what I needed in my life right now. It’s truly a treasure” Media Praise: Oprah's Book Club, TODAY Show, CBS Mornings, People, Associated Press, Kirkus Reviews, Booklist, Literary Hub Buy Now: Amazon https://r.bookbub.com/et_active_check/7854?affiliate_variant=readworthy-emai... 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