The 8 Best Books to Read in 2024

Here are some highly anticipated books to read in 2024 across various genres:

1. "The Wedding People" by Alison Espach: This novel features witty dialogue and lovable characters, centering on Phoebe Stone who unexpectedly becomes entangled in a wedding at a historic inn​ (Real Simple)​.
2. "Until August" by Gabriel Garcia Marquez: A posthumously published novel by the literary giant, this story follows a woman visiting a different island every year on the anniversary of her mother's death​ (The Independent)​.
3. "House of Flame and Shadow" by Sarah J. Maas: The third installment in the Crescent City series continues the epic urban-fantasy saga with magic, murder, and intrigue​ (EW.com)​.
4. "The Lion Women of Tehran" by Marjan Kamali: This novel explores the transformative power of childhood friendships set against the backdrop of Iran’s political upheaval​ (Real Simple)​.
5. "The Fury" by Alex Michaelides: A thriller featuring an unreliable narrator and a murder during a Greek getaway, which tests the bonds of friendship among a close-knit group​ (EW.com)​.
6. "Mona of the Manor" by Armistead Maupin: The latest in the Tales of the City series, this book moves the setting to the Cotswolds and follows Mona Ramsey’s life post-Thatcher Britain​ (The Independent)​.
7. "Come and Get It" by Kiley Reid: A biting comedy of manners set in academia, following Millie Cousins as she navigates a world of money, pranks, and bad behavior​ (EW.com)​.
8. "Swift River" by Essie Chambers: A coming-of-age story about Diamond Newberry, a 16-year-old girl who uncovers her family history through letters from a relative​ (Real Simple)​.

These selections offer a variety of narratives and genres, ensuring there's something for every reader in 2024. For more detailed descriptions and additional recommendations, you can check sources like Real Simple, The Independent, and Entertainment Weekly.