Readers who are knowledgeable with history are better able to comprehend and draw these connections. Readers' eyes have been awakened to the repercussions of previous deeds, which they do not like to see repeated in the present world, by reading about others' experiences in the past. Their capacity to sympathize with individuals and cultures that are alien to their own has been influenced by it. The decisions and behaviors of readers have been influenced by reading historical fiction.

These are a few historical fiction books that will be published in June 2024:

1. Shelterwood by Lisa Wingate

A sweeping tale inspired by the secret history of women pioneers who battled to safeguard children caught in the maelstrom of land barons eager for power and oil money comes from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Before We Were Yours. Lisa Wingate tells the story of children abandoned by the law and the fight to see justice served in this gripping and very affecting book. Ollie and Val travel across the stunning and untamed landscape, each leaving behind one life in pursuit of the other, during a period of intense struggle about who is the rightful owner of the country and its wealth. Ballantine Books anticipates publishing this book on June 4, 2024.

2. Swift River by Essie J. Chambers

A compelling book about the influence of our ancestry on who we are. My heart was broken by Swift River, but it also gave me hope. A sprawling family drama about the complex relationship between mothers and daughters, a father's absence, and the long-forgotten past of a mill town in decline in New England. Simon & Schuster is slated to publish this book on June 4, 2024.

3. Tiananmen Square by Lai Wen

For fans of The Beekeeper of Aleppo and The Night Tiger, an epic, profoundly touching coming-of-age story about teenage love and enduring friendships developed in the years preceding the student demonstrations in Tiananmen Square. A timeless yet personal tale of adolescence and self-discovery set against the backdrop of a momentous historical occasion. The optimism and idealistic spirit of a new generation, as well as the substantial cost they were prepared to pay for freedom, are encapsulated in Tiananmen Square. The anticipated release date of this book by Spiegel & Grau is June 4, 2024.

4. The Glassmaker by Tracy Chevalier

A complex, engrossing tale that tracks a family of glassmakers from the height of Renaissance Italy to the present comes from the bestselling historical writer. The Glassmaker by Chevalier, a master of her own trade, is a fascinating and innovative portrayal of a woman, her family, and their city that endures as long as their glass. This book is scheduled to be published by Viking on June 18, 2024.

5. Husbands & Lovers by Beatriz Williams

In this expansive book by the New York Times bestselling author of The Summer Wives, two women who have been separated by decades and countries yet are brought together by an enigmatic family relic find second chances at love. Husbands & Lovers is a timeless and heartbreaking book that transports readers to the opulent beaches of modern New England and the revolutionary fires of midcentury Egypt, taking them on an epic journey of heartache and redemption. Beatriz Williams, a well-known novelist, has created a moving and exquisitely rendered book with incredibly real characters entwined with ethically challenging themes of power, class, and the female experience inside vividly rendered environments. The anticipated release date of this book by Ballantine Books is June 25, 2024.

Romantic books provide more than simply amusement. They offer psychological and emotional advantages, such as lowered stress levels, more empathy, and personal development. It demonstrates to readers that it is perfectly acceptable to value the idea of love and to give it serious thought. 

These romantic novels, which fall under the genre, are scheduled for release in June 2024:

1. Leather & Lark by Brynne Weaver

The second novel in the Ruinous Love Trilogy is a hate-to-love dark romantic comedy full of mayhem, danger, and passion, written by the New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling author of the genre-defining international TikTok phenomenon Butcher & Blackbird. In this sinister, luscious, and delectable tale of serial murders, sensual spice, and spectacular pleasure, Brynne is a brilliant wordsmith. This book is scheduled to be published by Zando on June 4, 2024.

2. The Rom-Commers by Katherine Center

The well published romance writer Center knows just what it takes to craft a successful romantic comedy, and he gives Charlie and Emma a lot of the most enjoyable romantic comedy clichés (enemy between loves, forced closeness). However, the novel doesn't entirely shun darkness—Emma and Charlie are both coping with pain and loss, much like in all of Center's works. A charming romance with a masterful balancing act between comedy and weight. This book is scheduled to be published on June 11, 2024 by St. Martin's Press.

3. Not in Love by Ali Hazelwood

All is fair in love and science—a forbidden, covert affair demonstrates—from New York Times bestselling author Ali Hazelwood. Hazelwood seemed to be surpassing herself with this most recent affair. In Hazelwood's best novel to date, personal and professional proposals clash. This book is scheduled to be published by Berkley on June 11, 2024.

4. Love Unwritten by Lauren Asher

Having a vivid imagination, New York Times bestselling author Lauren likes to read and write in her spare time. Her goal is to visit every location she writes about. She likes to write about lovable yet imperfect people that are relatable. She enjoys presenting steamy, angsty, and emotionally charged stories that move quickly. Bloom Books is scheduled to release this book on June 18, 2024.

5. A Novel Love Story by Ashley Poston

A literary professor gets engrossed in a fictional work—literally. Poston's slow-burning love narrative is as much a tribute to friendship and romance literature as it is to lustful connections. Enthusiasts of modern small-town romance will find charming Eloraton appealing. This book is scheduled to be published by Berkley on June 25, 2024.

Whatever level of suspense and whodunit our brains can tolerate is pushed to the limit in every thriller book. Unlike a traditional literary novel, these novels have the power to push our thinking and increase our interest in the intricate story twists. We're concentrating here. And if our assumptions were correct, we want to know about it. Thus, we follow along and attempt to decipher the message, or we get fixated on the route a book takes us on, which takes us more into the shadows. 

The following books in the thriller category are scheduled for release in June 2024:

1. The Housemaid Is Watching by Freida McFadden

The incredibly twisting, suspenseful, and internationally successful Housemaid series continues with the release of this installment from New York Times, USA Today, and Wall Street Journal bestselling author Freida McFadden. You can read this book on its own, and once you start, you won't be able to put it down. You'll be racing through the pages until the very exciting, concluding surprise. A captivating thriller with twists and turns written by the author of The Housemaid and The Coworker. The Poisoned Pen Press is scheduled to release this book on June 11, 2024.

2. Middle of the Night by Riley Sager

A man must deal with the long-ago disappearance of his boyhood best friend—as well as the sinister secrets that lie just outside the secure borders of his idyllic neighborhood—in Riley Sager's most recent gripping thriller, which is published on the New York Times bestseller list. This book is scheduled to be published by Dutton on June 18, 2024.

3. The Next Mrs. Parrish by Liv Constantine

This exciting follow-up to the million-copy-bestselling Reese's Book Club selection The Last Mrs. Parrish features a terrifying game of cat and mouse where everything is on the line as Daphne and Amber Parrish are thrown back into each other's lives due to the reappearance of a long-forgotten menace. You'll have to reconsider everything you believed to be true about deceit and treachery after reading The Next Mrs. Parrish, a novel filled with surprising turns and compelling characters. This book is scheduled to be published by Bantam on June 18, 2024. 

4. The Midnight Feast by Lucy Foley

A mysterious, evocative thriller with a cast of instantly identifiable individuals, each of whom is concealing a secret about themselves or their relationship to the creepy Manor hotel in Dorset. Another gripping thriller with a plot and cast of people as distinct and alluring as the city itself. The anticipated release date of William Morrow's book is June 18, 2024.

5. All the Colors of the Dark by Chris Whitaker

A thrilling mystery and an enduring love tale spanning decades are published by the New York Times bestselling author of We Begin at the End. With a distinctive spin on a love tale, a serial killer thriller, a missing person mystery, and more, Chris Whitaker's book explores the dark side of obsession and the dazzling brightness of hope. This book is scheduled to be published by Crown on June 25, 2024.

Life is inherently difficult. Interpersonal interactions and problems rarely have the straightforward answers we would want to see. We may investigate concepts of change, nuanced emotions, and the unknown by employing fiction. By devoting our mental efforts to entering the inner world of an imagined person, we are effectively practicing the same skill with real individuals. 

These are a few fiction novels that will be available in stores in June 2024:

1. Fire Exit by Morgan Talty

Fire Exit, the brilliant and fascinating debut book by Morgan Talty, the award-winning author of Night of the Living Rez, is a narrative about family, heritage, bloodlines, culture, inheritance, and what, if anything, we owe one another. This book will likely be published by Tin House Books on June 4, 2024.

2. Margo's Got Money Troubles by Rufi Thorpe

A daring, hilarious, and endearing tale of a young woman attempting to balance maturity, parenthood, and her limited money account in our increasingly digital world—from the highly acclaimed and PEN/Faulkner finalist of The Knockout Queen. Margo's Got Money Troubles is a poignant story with a charming young heroine who is fighting to take money and power from a society that doesn't seem to be interested in giving it to her. It is blisteringly humorous and full of perceptive observations. It's an inspirational portrayal of growing into your own, both online and off, and a lighthearted and honest look at the craft of storytelling and taking charge of your own tale. The anticipated release date of William Morrow's book is June 11, 2024.

3. Same As It Ever Was by Claire Lombardo

The Most Fun We Ever Had author of the New York Times bestseller returns with another deftly observed family drama in which the long-lasting, hard-won devotion of a marriage is about to be derailed by events from the past and present. It is one of the most cherished novels of the last ten years, and Same As It Ever Was has the flawless writing, trademark humor, and deep emotional understanding that made it such. Doubleday is scheduled to release this book on June 18, 2024.

4. Lula Dean's Little Library of Banned Books by Kirsten Miller

The thought-provoking and humorous summer read that will make readers happy and talk about it all! The Change by Kirsten Miller is a blistering and wonderfully funny satire about a modest lending library that changes everything, a fierce war over books that are prohibited, and a little Southern community. The anticipated release date of William Morrow's book is June 18, 2024.

5. Bear by Julia Phillips

The acclaimed, best-selling author of Disappearing Earth returns with a captivating novel about two sisters on a Pacific Northwest island whose lives are turned upside down by an unexpected guest. It's a story of family, obsession, and a mystery monster in the woods. One of America's most celebrated young authors, Bear is a powerful, mythological, and beautiful novel about the secrets of the creatures that live among us and inside us, as well as the ties that bind us as sisters. Hogarth is scheduled to publish this book on June 25, 2024.

The acclaimed writer Joseph Pulitzer founded this prize in 1917. Since 1984, the president of Columbia University has awarded Pulitzer Prize winners with their honors during a luncheon held in May in the Low Library's rotunda. Guests in attendance include family members, business associates, board members, and the School of Journalism faculty. 

1. Pulitzer Prize for Nonfiction: A Day in the Life of Abed Salama by Nathan Thrall

Immersive and compelling, this is a personal account of a fatal accident outside of Jerusalem that, in the course of one illuminating and devastating day, reveals a web of lives, loves, enmities, and history. Nathan Thrall, praised for his acute sensitivity to conventional knowledge, provides a profoundly human portrayal of the conflict between Israel and Palestine in A Day in the Life of Abed Salama, providing readers with fresh insight into the terrible past and present of one of the world's most disputed regions.

2. Pulitzer Prize for Fiction: Night Watch by Jayne Anne Phillips

A captivating tale of a mother and daughter seeking safety in the turbulent aftermath of the Civil War from one of our most outstanding novels. Night Watch is an epic, captivating, and painstakingly written account of a family's perseverance in the face of adversity as well as a breathtaking account of surviving war and its aftermath.

3. Pulitzer Prize for Memoir/Autobiography: Liliana's Invincible Summer by Cristina Rivera Garza

One of Mexico's best living authors presents an eerie, gripping memoir about an adored younger sister and the terrible memory of her murder. Following the whole story of their upbringing and adolescence in central Mexico, as well as the traumatic and perplexing years following Liliana's passing, Rivera Garza addresses the trauma of losing her sister and looks at the ways in which this tragedy continues to influence who she is and the causes she fights for to this day.

4. Pulitzer Prize for History: No Right to an Honest Living by Jacqueline Jones

A terrifying depiction of Black laborers and white hypocrisy in nineteenth-century Boston comes from a Bancroft Prize winner. Historian Jacqueline Jones describes how Boston was the United States blown large, where fairness in the workplace was difficult but the lofty language of egalitarianism was easy to swallow in No Right to an Honest Living. Black Bostonians were mostly condemned to poverty before, during, and after the Civil War because white abolitionists and Republicans refused to provide them with equitable work opportunities. Nevertheless, Jones discovers that some Black businesspeople cleverly paved their own professional routes and built their own positions. 

5. Pulitzer Prize for Poetry: Tripas by Brandon Som

After his critically acclaimed debut, Tripas, Brandon Som returns with a book of poetry inspired by his multicultural, multigenerational childhood home. In it, he pays tribute to his Chinese American father and grandparents, who owned the family corner store, as well as his Chicana grandmother, who worked nights on the Motorola assembly line. putting on a dialogic poetry-making performance known as "cómo se dice poetics," which creatively records family memories by listening to heritage languages. A world otherwise, one attuned to the echo in the hecho, the oracle in the órale, is imagined by Som's lyricism, which weaves together the narratives of his transnational communities. Som's lyricism is invested in the circuitry and circuitous routes of migration and labor.

"Sometimes it’s like people are a million times more beautiful to you in your mind. It’s like you see them through a special lens — but maybe if it’s how you see them, that’s how they really are. It’s like the whole tree falling in the forest thing."

--The Summer I Turned Pretty, Jenny Han

The trilogy Summer I Turned Pretty depicts the passage from childhood to early adulthood. The experiences that Belly and the Fisher brothers have as they mature are used in the novels to show how a kid grows into an adult.

Synopsis from Goodreads...

Belly measures her life in summers. Everything good, everything magical happens between the months of June and August. Winters are simply a time to count the weeks until the next summer, a place away from the beach house, away from Susannah, and most importantly, away from Jeremiah and Conrad. They are the boys that Belly has known since her very first summer—they have been her brother figures, her crushes, and everything in between. But one summer, one terrible and wonderful summer, the more everything changes, the more it all ends up just the way it should have been all along.

My reaction to this novel...

Before I go any further, I’d want to state that Jenny Han is one of my favorite romance novelists. She has the ability to make me read a book in a single day. There will be no stopping till I finish it. That’s how she’s been for me. She made me smile the entire time I read her novels. That is why I had such high hopes for this story when I first read it. For a long time, I had this as a copy of an e-book. And because I’ve been so busy over the last few years, I’d forgotten it was on my iBook shelf. My friend only told me last month that Primevideo had converted the book into a film. I was both astonished and delighted. I even promised myself that I would not watch the series until I finished the book. So I started reading this novel right away.

I couldn’t place myself in the plot while I read the book. It’s as if it doesn’t fit. I put myself in the shoes of the main character every time I read a novel. But I felt like an outcast here. I liked Jenny Han’s Burn series and To All the Boys series, and I expected this to be just as good, but it was far from it. Belly, the main character, irritated me to no end. She was an immature, self-centered brat who was constantly overly sensitive. I didn’t think I could ever relate to her. I was expecting that something amazing would happen to her when she mentioned that summer would be different. But it was so dull that I hoped for a good plot, which I couldn’t find. I was annoyed by her attitude throughout the story. She’s a spoiled brat who just cares about herself. I’m seriously disappointed. You know, like when you believe you’re attractive but deny it to yourself. That’s how she is, and it’s not cool. She denies it, then flaunts it. She is so childlike, even though she believes she is no longer a child. The only thing I loved about this book was when Conrad told her that Belly wanted cake and eat it, but she also wanted cookies and ice cream. That’s how self-centered she is.

The plot was tedious. I honestly couldn’t give less about what occurred in the end. I could hardly finish the book because I was so bored with it. I also don’t like it when Belly starts seeing someone who actually adores her but ends up acting like she simply used him that summer because of his first love. Every man is drawn to her and glances at her whenever she is at a party because she is lovely, but she denies it to herself. That occurred a lot, and it was really annoying. There were moments when she wanted Jere or even the guy she’s dating to kiss her, but she quickly realized that she only likes Conrad. I also don’t like how she ended her relationship with Cam, whom she’s currently seeing. She brought the song “Summer Lovin'” to life. What a player she is.

I’m not sure if I’ll read the sequel to this novel, but I watched the trailer for the TV series and think I’ll simply watch it. Perhaps it will not be as bothersome. When it comes to recommending this book, I will not do so. As you can see from my review, I am totally, absolutely, utterly upset. This is how I felt, but I’m not going to take it from Jenny Han. She is and always will be one of my favorites.

 My Overall Rating: ⭐(1/5)

“Quality is remembered long after price is forgotten,”

― Sara Gay Forden, The House of Gucci

The Gucci narrative is one of opulence, mystery, and grandeur—a history of the ascent, impending collapse, and eventual return of a fashion empire. The House of Gucci is an internationally praised, exquisitely written, and meticulously researched narrative of high fashion, high finance, and devastating human tragedy.

Synopsis from Goodreads...

On the morning of March 27, 1995, four quick shots cracked through Milan’s elegant streets. Maurizio Gucci, heir to the fabulous fashion dynasty, had been ambushed, slain on the steps to his office by an unknown gunman. Two years later, Milan’s chief of police entered the sumptuous palazzo of Maurizio’s ex-wife, Patrizia Reggiani—nicknamed “the Black Widow” by the press—and arrested her for the murder.

Did Patrizia kill her ex-husband because his spending was wildly out of control? Did she do it because he was preparing to marry his mistress? Or is it possible Patrizia didn’t do it at all? 

My reaction to the novel...

I've owned this book for a while, and until recently, I didn't know it was about their life—I just assumed they were using the Gucci brand. When I spotted the book again, I was eager to read it straight away since I had assumed it was merely a thriller because I had not read the synopsis. I'm not particularly fond of branded products, although I am familiar with the Gucci name. Of course, I'm still interested in learning about their life, where they came from, how they started, and how they got well-known not just in their homeland but also in other countries.

Thus, I began reading this book, and the opening chapter's premise of a crime before diving into the Gucci family's lives quickly piqued my interest. Since I honestly believed it to be a work of fiction, I promptly looked into it to see if it was true. I was thrilled to see that it was, and I even came across some photos that were connected to the occurrence. This indicates that it is not a random story. My curiosity in this book has grown much more. I therefore carried on reading. To be honest, I like to read true-life stories. I am even more thrilled to read since it seems like I'm seeing their experiences firsthand. It's not just imagination; there's truth in what I'm reading. These sorts of stories seem to teach me something, therefore I'm excited to read more of them.

According to what I've read, not everything in life is easy because, whether we like to accept it or not, everyone has difficulties in life and in business—even the affluent. Families are not exempt from challenges; problems arise in their lives just like in everyone else's. Perhaps the only thing that separates them is that they don't quit up until they succeed. And that's what I saw about the Gucci family. It's a little disheartening because, despite the success of their business, other family members are nevertheless affected differently by their wealth and status. The unfortunate thing about it is that not everyone has the same personality, therefore some people will always be in the negative side.

Since their story is centered around using power and money, I feel that their tale is worth reading even if the book is lengthy and at times seems repetitive. We all have persons in our immediate vicinity who rise to positions of authority and then abruptly transform, so I'm confident you'll notice and consider other happenings here as well. Not all affluent individuals are content with their life, and this is frequently the root of conflict in families. I also came to the realization that, while many people covet others' prosperity and fortune because they can see it, true satisfaction in life is something else entirely, and I didn't witness it in their family. Because of this, I firmly believe that readers will benefit from reading this book in a variety of ways.

My Overall Rating: ⭐⭐⭐✨(3.5/5)

“But I’ve learned over the past year what it really means to be able to miss someone. In order to miss someone, that means you were privileged enough to have them in your life to begin with.”

― Colleen Hoover, Losing Hope

The impassioned tale that has warmed thousands of hearts is told by the endearing and captivating Dean Holder in the follow-up to Colleen Hoover's #1 New York Times bestseller, Hopeless.

Synopsis from Goodreads...

In Hopeless, Sky left no secret unearthed, no feeling unshared, and no memory forgotten, but Holder’s past remained a mystery.

Still haunted by the little girl he let walk away, Holder has spent his entire life searching for her in an attempt to finally rid himself of the crushing guilt he has felt for years. But he could not have anticipated that the moment they reconnect, even greater remorse would overwhelm him…

Sometimes in life, if we wish to move forward, we must first dig deep into our past and make amends. In Losing Hope, bestselling author Colleen Hoover reveals what was going on inside Holder’s head during all those hopeless moments—and whether he can gain the peace he desperately needs.

My reaction to this novel...

With much anticipation, I picked up this book because I had read and loved Hopeless, the previous one. The tale in the first book stuck with me even though I had read it a long time ago, so I was eager to read what was in the second. I had no clue how the narrative would go because I hadn't read the summary or any reviews before beginning this. Since the earlier book didn't appear to focus much on them, the first few pages look fine to me. It wasn't until I was reading that I realized this was actually written from Holder's perspective. 

I was curious in Holder's perspective, so I decided it was OK after realizing that this was largely about him. I was delighted to read it at first, but as time passed, I became bored. It's as though I'm simply reading the first book again. I'm looking for a different narrative, but the one I'm reading is a lot like the one I read before, so it's growing old for me. When that's the case, it's quite frustrating. It is similar to gradually growing weary of the same dish that you consume over and over again.

I found the opening section of the story—which concerns Holder's twin sister—to be rather interesting. Even though Holder was the one who saw his twin sister after the horrific occurrence, I didn't think he placed a lot of guilt on himself, thus that should be a really painful experience for him in my opinion. It did not appear to be good enough. Although Holder's struggles as a result of what transpired were documented, I still felt like something was missing. Feeling the feelings with the readers might make it better. Because in the tale, it appears like they were concealed and subsequently vanished. It's a little disheartening, then.

To make reading the second book less taxing, I think Colleen Hoover could have simply blended the perspectives of the two significant characters in just one book. Additionally, because this second book gets monotonous, it's best not to read it immediately after the first. The plot might have been a stand-alone novel; it was simply overly drawn out. It's frustrating because the first book was excellent and was written by Colleen Hoover, a well-known author in this genre. I was somewhat disappointed after reading this since, despite my great hopes, the novel fell short of my expectations.

I was somewhat dissatisfied, therefore I can't highly suggest this. The first book is enough for me, I don't mind that it ended a little loosely compared to this second book that is very dense. It gets monotonous. I won't read the third book anymore because I'm already tired of this story.

My Overall Rating: ⭐(1/5)