We Asked 10 Book Influencers to Share Their Favorite Reads of 2024

‘The Women’ by Kristin Hannah

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She Reads, @shereadsdotcom recommends The Women by Kristin Hannah

“Our readers selected The Women by Kristin Hannah as the best book of 2024 during our Best of 2024 Awards. It is a stunning tale of resilience and sisterhood. Set during the Vietnam War, it vividly honors the untold stories of women who served, solidifying Hannah’s reputation as a masterful storyteller.”

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‘Gather Me’ by Glory Edim

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Wale Okerayi from @theehotgirlbooks recommends Gather Me by Glory Edim  

“It is one of my favorite books (maybe ever) because it really dives deep into the many challenges of being a First Generation Kid and adult. It also celebrates the many books that saved the author’s life. It’s a book that I reference often and one that I am constantly recommending.”

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‘The Last One’ by Rachel Howzell Hall

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BookSparks, @BookSparks recommends The Last One by Rachel Howzell Hall

“It is nearly impossible to pick just one book we loved in 2024 but The Last One by Rachel Howzell Hall is definitely one we couldn’t put down. The world Howzell Hall has created provides the perfect escape and her skills as a prolific crime writer shine bright in her romantasy debut. We can’t wait for the next book in the series!” 

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‘Is She Really Going Out With Him?’ by Sophie Cousens 

Samantha Dockser from @samanthadockser recommends Is She Really Going Out With Him? by Sophie Cousens 

“I felt giddy the entire time reading this heartfelt, adorable story. Will might now be a top five favorite book boyfriend, and the growth Anna experiences over the course of these 300+ pages is inspiring. Fans of Emily Henry and Annabel Monaghan will eat this book up. I certainly did.”

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‘James’ by Percival Everett

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Morgan Menzies from @prettylittlebookshelf recommends James by Percival Everett

“James by Percival Everett completely captivated me—easily making it my favorite book of the year. The way Everett seamlessly blends sharp wit, deeply moving moments, and a thought-provoking exploration of identity and resilience is nothing short of brilliant. Its layered storytelling and unforgettable characters kept me hooked, and I found myself reflecting on its themes long after I turned the last page. James may be a retelling but in my opinion it is the original and an instant classic.”

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‘Just For The Summer’ by Abby Jimenez

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Jessica Takatch from @readwithjesstagram recommends Just For The Summer by Abby Jimenez

“I loved this romance novel because it was the best of both worlds! It was so lighthearted and fun with aspects of friendship and romance, while also highlighting so many difficult topics like mental health and trauma. The characters were so lovable and the story was easy to binge and lose yourself in!”

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‘Love in Exile’ by Shon Faye

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Traci Thomas from @thestackspod recommends Love in Exile by Shon Faye

Even though this doesn’t officially come out until next year, Traci – like all book influencers – gets to read books early and she can’t wait for others to read this one too.

“Love in Exile is an examination of love, but not in the way we’re used to. Faye, a trans woman in her thirties, explores the elusive nature of love, the isolating world we live in, and tries to figure out why love is something we measure ourselves against. The book is billed as ‘a thrilling reckoning with love in our time’, which has me salivating.”

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‘Same As It Ever Was’ by Claire Lombardo

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Julia Petchonka from @juliawreads recommends Same As It Ever Was by Claire Lombardo

“After adoring Lombardo’s first novel, The Most Fun We Ever Had, this was my most anticipated release of the year and it did not disappoint. It’s a moving character study about love, marriage, family, and consequences. It made me cry and that’s the best compliment for a novel in my book!”

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‘The Poisons We Drink’ by Bethany Baptiste

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Sera Wright from @serareadthat recommends The Poisons We Drink by Bethany Baptiste

“I loved how the book depicted different kinds of love; platonic, romantic, familial, love of an idea, etc; and talked about the motivations behind them. I think it perfectly depicted how much energy and time you have to put into each kind of relationship and sacrifices you have to make to keep those relationships strong. Venus is a powerhouse main character not just for her magical affinity but also her capacity to love and the fierce drive she has to protect those around her.”

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‘The Wedding People’ by Alison Espach 

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Michelle Jocson from @nurse_bookie recommends The Wedding People by Alison Espach 

“My favorite book of 2024 is The Wedding People – it is a witty novel that may have a grim premise about a woman who checks into a hotel to die, but it’s an unexpected hopeful story about the wedding guests who gives her hope for tomorrow.”

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