Here is a round-up of some of the most popular books on social media right now! Find them in Waterstones, WHSmith, and the Works!
Fantasy book choice: Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros
Fourth Wing is a thrilling fantasy epic that centers on the main character Violet’s attempts to become a dragon rider amidst the intrigue and deadly danger of the kingdom of Navarre. With brutal action, magical romance, and complex world-building, it is an addictive novel that is very worth the read! Only published may this year, it is already considered one of the most popular books of 2023.
Romance book choice: Red, White, and Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston
A wonderfully witty and escapist read, McQuiston’s transatlantic romance centers on the turbulent relationship between America’s First Son and a British prince that could have serious diplomatic consequences. Due to its popularity when published in 2019, this enemies-to-lovers plot was adapted into a movie, which can now be found on amazon prime!
Self-help book choice: That Sucked. Now What? by Neeta Bhushan
Non-fiction book choice: Barbie and Ruth by Robin Gerber
In the wake of the new Barbie movie, dive further into the s
Children’s book choice: Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan
Percy Jackson gets thrust from his very normal life into a world of monsters and Greek gods. Worse still, the king of the gods thinks Percy has stolen his all-powerful lightning bolt – and it seems making Zeus angry is a very bad idea. Now Percy and his friends have just ten days to catch the true lightning thief and stop an all-out war from erupting on Mount Olympus…
Best mythology-inspired book: Song of Achilles
One of the most well-known Greek myths is the tale of Achilles’ heel. But before his great death in the Trojan War, there is a captivating life story waiting to be told. The Song of Achilles is a riveting tale of love, ambition and immortal fame, told from the point of view of his closest friend Patroclus.
