Readworthy by BookBub This Month’s Best New Book Club Picks ---------------------------------- Strangers in Time by David Baldacci Jodi Picoult and Kate Quinn are raving about this transportive World War II story - In London, a grieving bookstore owner finds his life changed by two struggling teenagers — but his secrets could put all their lives in danger - #1 <i>New York Times</i> bestselling author David Baldacci is “one of the best authors alive, and every page of <i>Strangers in Time</i> shows why” (Lisa Scottoline) - Explores timeless themes like loss, found family, and the healing power of books Media Praise: The Times, New York Post, Publishers Weekly, Kirkus Reviews Buy Now: Amazon https://r.bookbub.com/et_active_check/3184?affiliate_variant=readworthy-emai... Learn More: https://www.bookbub.com/readworthy/books/strangers-in-time-by-david-baldacci... The Griffin Sisters’ Greatest Hits by Jennifer Weiner <i>Hello Beautiful</i> meets <i>Daisy Jones & The Six</i> - Cassie and Zoe Grossberg are best known as the pop duo The Griffin Sisters — but two decades after their infamous breakup, Zoe’s daughter unravels long-buried secrets… - Another <i>New York Times</i> bestseller from the author of <i>Big Summer</i> and <i>The Breakaway</i> - “An irresistible, multigenerational tale from a master of her craft” (<i>Booklist</i> starred review) Media Praise: Book of the Month, CBS Mornings, The New York Times/The New York Times Book Review, People, The Wall Street Journal, Cosmopolitan, Vulture, Library Reads, Publishers Weekly, Kirkus Reviews, Booklist Buy Now: Amazon https://r.bookbub.com/et_active_check/3181?affiliate_variant=readworthy-emai... Learn More: https://www.bookbub.com/readworthy/books/the-griffin-sisters-greatest-hits-b... Children of Radium by Joe Dunthorne An unflinching memoir tracing one man’s dark family history - “The best book I’ve read in the past year… A masterpiece” (<i>Financial Times</i>) - Joe Dunthorne wanted to learn about his great-grandfather’s timely escape from Nazi Germany — but he instead discovered the chemist’s disturbing involvement in Hitler’s regime - “Strikes a near-perfect balance of history and personal reflection… A must-read” (<i>Publishers Weekly</i> starred review) Media Praise: NPR, The New York Times/The New York Times Book Review, The Wall Street Journal, Financial Times, Los Angeles Times, Chicago Tribune, The Guardian, Publishers Weekly, Kirkus Reviews, Booklist, BookPage Buy Now: Amazon https://r.bookbub.com/et_active_check/3186?affiliate_variant=readworthy-emai... Learn More: https://www.bookbub.com/readworthy/books/children-of-radium-by-joe-dunthorne... The Seven O’Clock Club by Amelia Ireland What if you were offered a miracle cure for a broken heart? - Four very different strangers are chosen to participate in an experimental grief group — but the truth behind why they were selected will upend everything they know - Adriana Trigiani calls this international bestseller “surprising and glorious” - A gripping and heartfelt read with a shocking twist that will spark discussion Media Praise: People, Cosmopolitan, Publishers Weekly, Library Journal Buy Now: Amazon https://r.bookbub.com/et_active_check/3185?affiliate_variant=readworthy-emai... Learn More: https://www.bookbub.com/readworthy/books/the-seven-o-clock-club-by-amelia-ir... Heartwood by Amity Gaige Fans of <i>The God of the Woods</i>: Don’t miss the latest Read with Jenna pick - Elin Hilderbrand raves: “I can’t recall the last time I’ve been so dazzled by a novel” - After an experienced hiker vanishes on the Appalachian Trail, a Maine game warden and a 76-year-old bird-watcher are determined to find her - “Multifaceted characters and poetic prose enhance Gaige’s tender meditations on aging and mother-daughter relationships” (<i>Publishers Weekly</i>) Media Praise: TODAY Book Club/Read with Jenna, The New York Times/The New York Times Book Review, People, The Washington Post, The Boston Globe, Indie Next List, Publishers Weekly, Kirkus Reviews, Booklist Buy Now: Amazon https://r.bookbub.com/et_active_check/3182?affiliate_variant=readworthy-emai... Learn More: https://www.bookbub.com/readworthy/books/heartwood-by-amity-gaige-2025-04-16... The Mysterious Mr. Nakamoto by Benjamin Wallace James Patterson says this true account ‘could be the best mystery story of the past 20 years’ - Go on a global, 15-year search for the enigmatic creator of Bitcoin who rocked the world — and then vanished into thin air - “Will leave you amazed, enlightened, and utterly breathless” (Robert Kolker, #1 <i>New York Times</i> bestselling author of <i>Hidden Valley Road</i>) - “I couldn’t put it down” (#1 <i>New York Times</i> bestselling author Mark Manson) Media Praise: The New Yorker, NPR, The New York Times/The New York Times Book Review, Next Big Idea Club, The Wall Street Journal, The Times, New York Post, Bloomberg Businessweek, Kirkus Reviews, Literary Hub Buy Now: Amazon https://r.bookbub.com/et_active_check/3188?affiliate_variant=readworthy-emai... Learn More: https://www.bookbub.com/readworthy/books/the-mysterious-mr-nakamoto-by-benja... All That Life Can Afford by Emily Everett Tutoring a wealthy child pulls an American woman into London’s glittering elite - An “exquisite retelling of <i>Pride and Prejudice</i>” (<i>Publishers Weekly</i> starred review) that explores themes of love, class, and ambition - “Absolutely sparkles… Emily Everett is a massive talent” (Catherine Newman, author of <i>Sandwich</i>) - The buzzy April pick for Reese’s Book Club Media Praise: Reese's Book Club, People, The Washington Post, Town & Country, Harper's Bazaar, Publishers Weekly, Booklist Buy Now: Amazon https://r.bookbub.com/et_active_check/3180?affiliate_variant=readworthy-emai... Learn More: https://www.bookbub.com/readworthy/books/all-that-life-can-afford-by-emily-e... Matriarch by Tina Knowles Beyoncé’s mother delivers ‘a rags-to-riches story for the ages’ (<i>The Telegraph</i>) - In this intimate memoir, Tina Knowles peels back the curtain on her life — from growing up with very little to becoming the proud mother of a global superstar - “Knowles is the definition of living your ancestors’ wildest dreams… [A] triumphant story” (<i>Elle</i>) - An Oprah’s Book Club pick you won’t be able to put down Media Praise: Oprah's Book Club, NPR, CBS Mornings, The New York Times/The New York Times Book Review, The Washington Post, Associated Press, USA Today, Elle, Forbes, Los Angeles Times Buy Now: Amazon https://r.bookbub.com/et_active_check/3202?affiliate_variant=readworthy-emai... Learn More: https://www.bookbub.com/readworthy/books/matriarch-by-tina-knowles?granted_a... The Paris Express by Emma Donoghue ‘Historical fiction you can feel in your bones’ (<i>Los Angeles Times</i>) - In 1895 Paris, a train ride ends in shocking disaster in the highly anticipated latest from the <i>New York Times</i> bestselling author of <i>Room</i> - Illuminating the glamour and chaos of the era, this is “a nail-biter — and you’ll learn some history, too” (<i>People</i>) - Train passengers from all walks of life are forever bound together in this sweeping novel inspired by a true story Media Praise: NPR, Oprah Daily, People, The Washington Post, The Wall Street Journal, Los Angeles Times, The Guardian, The Times, The Boston Globe, Indie Next List, Publishers Weekly, Booklist, Literary Hub Buy Now: Amazon https://r.bookbub.com/et_active_check/3195?affiliate_variant=readworthy-emai... Learn More: https://www.bookbub.com/readworthy/books/the-paris-express-by-emma-donoghue?... The Float Test by Lynn Steger Strong After their matriarch’s death, a fractured family arrives at a crossroads - The adult Kenner siblings must grapple with decades of grudges, secrets, and betrayal during one hot summer - Praise from Ann Napolitano, Xochitl Gonzalez, and Samantha Irby - “An abundance of good writing and interesting storylines” (<i>Kirkus Reviews</i>) Media Praise: TODAY Show, The New York Times/The New York Times Book Review, The Washington Post, Vogue, Town & Country, Los Angeles Times, Publishers Weekly, Kirkus Reviews, Booklist, Literary Hub Buy Now: Amazon https://r.bookbub.com/et_active_check/3189?affiliate_variant=readworthy-emai... Learn More: https://www.bookbub.com/readworthy/books/the-float-test-by-lynn-steger-stron... ---------------------------------- You are receiving this email because [email protected] is signed up for updates highlighting the best recent releases from the past month in your categories. 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