[Ginga-argentina] The best new books according to readers

Sun Oct 11 22:52:40 CEST 2026

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 <i>New York Times</i> bestseller from Elin Hilderbrand, a twisty British mystery, and more!

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Victorious by V. E. Schwab

A #1 <i>New York Times</i> bestselling author delivers a must-read for dark fantasy fans

- Once best friends and now mortal enemies, Eli Ever and Victor Vale cross paths for one final, fateful game… 

- Readers say: “It was an absolute masterpiece… I am continuously flabbergasted by the sheer talent that V. E. Schwab possesses to create intricate storylines, complex worlds, and multifaceted characters”

- “Who is victorious? The author and the readers” (<i>Kirkus Reviews</i> starred review)

Media Praise: The New York Times/The New York Times Book Review, Entertainment Weekly, Parade, Kirkus Reviews, Literary Hub

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Incarnate by Alma Katsu

Readers are loving this dark, inventive reimagining of a classic

- Dorothy’s job at a deepfake company leads her to create Isabella — a perfect influencer who amasses a huge following. But Dorothy’s scheme soon spirals out of control…

- From the acclaimed author of <i>The Deep</i> and <i>The Hunger</i>, who counts Stephen King and S. A. Cosby among her many fans

- According to readers, this chilling twist on <i>The Picture of Dorian Gray</i> is filled with sharp commentary and surprising reveals

Media Praise: Library Journal, Booklist, Literary Hub

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The Butterfly Season by Lea Korsgaard

An ‘enchanting account’ (<i>BookPage</i>) capturing the hearts of readers across the globe

- An award-winning journalist spent a year tracking every species of butterfly in her native Denmark — and learned about life along the way

- “An inspiring love letter to the magic of the natural world… An unforgettable reminder that wonder awakens the heart” (Amy Tan)

- Readers say: “It is an excellent book to settle down with on a quiet afternoon and reflect upon every time you close the cover”

Media Praise: The Economist, The Wall Street Journal, Publishers Weekly, Kirkus Reviews, Library Journal, Booklist, BookPage

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The True Confessions of First Lady Freeman by Deesha Philyaw

Calling all book clubs: Here’s your next ‘fierce, fabulous, and very funny’ read (<i>Oprah Daily</i>)

- When the wife of a popular megachurch pastor finds herself at the center of a shocking scandal, her seemingly perfect life implodes

- Readers say: “Some parts are funny as heck, other parts will make you cry, and some will make you want to put your fist through the wall”

- Praise from Rufi Thorpe, Ron Charles, Tia Williams, and Bonnie Garmus, who says, “I read the first three pages and that was all it took — I was hooked. Pure audacious joy!”

Media Praise: NPR, The New York Times/The New York Times Book Review, Oprah Daily, People, Harper's Bazaar, Los Angeles Times, Library Reads, Publishers Weekly, Kirkus Reviews, Booklist, BookPage, Electric Literature

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Mazywood by Tananarive Due

A fan-favorite author pens a haunting page-turner you won’t be able to put down

- When filmmaker Johnny returns to the isolated mountain lodge that once belonged to his famous grandmother, he uncovers his family’s dark legacy

- Starred reviews from <i>Booklist</i>, <i>Library Journal</i>, and <i>Kirkus Reviews</i>, which says, “This feels perilously close to a career triumph for its author”

- Readers say: “<i>Mazywood</i> has a little something for everyone. Family secrets, generational trauma, legacy, mystery, horror, and a lesson in having faith… This one is not to be missed”

Media Praise: People, Kirkus Reviews, Library Journal, Booklist

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Exit Party by Emily St. John Mandel

This breathtaking novel from the author of <i>Station Eleven</i> is earning high praise

- A <i>New York Times</i> bestseller that’s “the kind of novel you’ll be desperate to talk about” (Ron Charles)

- During the first spring after the collapse of the United States, a house party goes terribly wrong…

- Readers are declaring it Mandel’s best book yet

Media Praise: The New Yorker, NPR, The New York Times/The New York Times Book Review, Oprah Daily, People, The Wall Street Journal, Town & Country, Real Simple, The Boston Globe, Indie Next List, Library Reads, Publishers Weekly, Kirkus Reviews, Library Journal, Booklist, Literary Hub

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We Chase Shadows by Richard Osman

‘Osman’s trademark wit’ (Shari Lapena) is on full display in this wildly popular mystery

- When a body is found at an Italian villa, a scrappy team of private detectives finds that a seemingly straightforward case involves more unsavory characters than expected…

- A <i>New York Times</i> bestseller from the author of <i>The Thursday Murder Club</i>, which has been adapted into a Netflix movie

- Readers say: “I cannot get enough of Osman’s characters, writing, and humor. I laughed all the way through this one!”

Media Praise: People, Good Housekeeping, Parade, The Times, Publishers Weekly, Kirkus Reviews

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Bad Words by Ríoghnach Robinson

October’s <i>GMA</i> Book Club pick is receiving glowing reader reviews

- Emily Henry calls this buzzy new release “a once-in-a-lifetime read” 

- After critic Selina writes a scathing review of author Parker’s latest novel, they’re drawn into a public feud that challenges everything they believe about art, success, and each other

- Readers say: “A deeply moving tribute to literature and the meaningful connections it can spark… A thought-provoking debut for booklovers”

Media Praise: Good Morning America Book Club, Book of the Month, The New York Times/The New York Times Book Review, People, Indie Next List, Kirkus Reviews, Booklist, Literary Hub

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The Dying Light by Ann Cleeves

This reader-recommended mystery features compelling characters and surprising twists

- Under an oppressive heat wave, a young woman’s body is discovered in a luxurious home’s swimming pool — sparking an investigation that implicates a powerful family

- Readers say: “Superbly plotted, it will keep you guessing until the end. I highly recommend and am eager for the next book!”

- Take it from David Baldacci: “Whatever Cleeves comes up with next, I will be reading it. And so should you”

Media Praise: People, The Times, Publishers Weekly

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How to Write a Murder by Jessica Brody

Mystery lovers will devour this cleverly constructed whodunit

- A “love letter to classic crime fiction” (<i>BookPage</i> starred review) that “delivers twist after surprising twist” (Amy Tintera, author of <i>Listen for the Lie</i>)

- A dead body turns up at a prestigious mystery writing conference held in an old monastery — and the suspect list includes seven authors who know how to get away with murder…

- Readers say: “Not only was it completely original, but it was also a highly intriguing story that kept me guessing”

Media Praise: Parade, Publishers Weekly, Kirkus Reviews, BookPage

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Partita by Barbara Kingsolver

The latest from a beloved Pulitzer Prize–winning author is being hailed as a modern classic 

- This moving read from the writer of <i>Demon Copperhead</i> and <i>The Poisonwood Bible</i> is October’s Read with Jenna pick

- Livia’s quiet life on her family’s farm is upended when she receives a shocking phone call — and is forced to reckon with the past

- Readers say: “The ending was so perfect I was left in tears… <i>Partita</i> is a perfect choice for those who enjoy beautifully written literary novels”

Media Praise: TODAY Book Club/Read with Jenna, The New Yorker, NPR, The New York Times/The New York Times Book Review, Oprah Daily, People, The Wall Street Journal, Financial Times, Elle, Vulture, Los Angeles Times, The Guardian, The Times, The Boston Globe, Indie Next List, Publishers Weekly, Kirkus Reviews, Library Journal, Booklist, BookPage, Literary Hub

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The Thoroughbreds by Elin Hilderbrand and Shelby Cunningham

See why readers are calling this <i>New York Times</i> bestseller the perfect fall read

- At an elite New England boarding school, the seniors are gearing up for a year full of goodbyes and big decisions — but their excitement is upended by dark secrets that rise to the surface…

- “Irresistible… Fans and newcomers alike will enjoy this” (<i>Publishers Weekly</i>)

- Readers say: “The drama, secrets, and gossip kept me turning the pages”

Media Praise: CBS Mornings, People, Parade, Publishers Weekly, Kirkus Reviews

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Other Worlds Than These by Peter Straub and Stephen King

Suspense fans are loving this collaboration between ‘two masters of the craft’ (<i>The Independent</i>)

- Follow weary, middle-aged Jack Sawyer as he faces members of a murderous cult in an apocalyptic battle…

- Readers are saying this highly anticipated novel — which concludes the <i>Talisman</i> trilogy — is well worth the decades-long wait

- “Astonishingly good… Fans of the earlier <i>Talisman</i> novels will absolutely love this one, and because King is a wizard at providing backstory, new readers can thoroughly enjoy it” (<i>Booklist</i> starred review)

Media Praise: The New York Times/The New York Times Book Review, People, Esquire, Parade, The Boston Globe, Reactor, Kirkus Reviews, Booklist

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