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The Buzziest Books of February | 2023

The month of February is a great time for readers with a host of exciting new releases from bestselling authors. So many page-turning novels will captivate you from cover to cover. If you want to know what new books everyone has been talking about, here are our picks for February’s 9 most noteworthy releases. Happy reading!

The Last Tale of the Flower Bride

by Roshani Chokshi

Release Date: February 14, 2023

A sumptuous, gothic-infused story about a marriage that is unraveled by dark secrets, a friendship cursed to end in tragedy, and the danger of believing in fairy tales—the breathtaking adult debut from New York Times bestselling author Roshani Chokshi.

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I Have Some Questions for You

by Rebecca Makkai

Release Date: February 21, 2023

In I Have Some Questions for You, award-winning author Rebecca Makkai has crafted her most irresistible novel yet: a stirring investigation into collective memory and a deeply felt examination of one woman’s reckoning with her past, with a transﬁxing mystery at its heart. Timely, hypnotic, and populated with a cast of unforgettable characters, I Have Some Questions for You is at once a compulsive page-turner and a literary triumph.

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The Angel Maker

by Alex North

Release Date: February 28, 2023

From the New York Times bestselling author of The Whisper Man and The Shadows comes a dark, suspenseful new thriller about the mysteries of fate, the unbreakable bond of siblings, and a notorious serial killer who was said to know the future.

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Things We Hide from the Light (Knockemout Book 2)

by Lucy Score

Release Date: February 21, 2023

Nash Morgan was always known as the good Morgan brother, with a smile and a wink for everyone. But now, this chief of police is recovering from being shot and his Southern charm has been overshadowed by panic attacks and nightmares. He feels like a broody shell of the man he once was. Nash isn’t about to let anyone in his life know he’s struggling. But his new next-door neighbor, smart and sexy Lina, sees his shadows. As a rule, she’s not a fan of physical contact unless she initiates it, but for some reason Nash’s touch is different. He feels it too. The physical connection between them is incendiary, grounding him and making her wonder if exploring it is worth the risk.

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The Writing Retreat

by Julia Bartz

Release Date: February 21, 2023

A claustrophobic and propulsive thriller exploring the dark side of female friendships and fame, The Writing Retreat is the unputdownable debut novel from a compelling new talent.

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Nocturne

by Alyssa Wees

Release Date: February 21, 2023

In this haunting, evocative fantasy set in 1930s Chicago, a talented ballerina finds herself torn between her dreams and her desires when she’s pursued by a secretive patron who may be more than he seems.

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The House of Eve

by Sadeqa Johnson

Release Date: February 7, 2023

From the award-winning author of Yellow Wife, a daring and redemptive novel set in 1950s Philadelphia and Washington, DC, that explores what it means to be a woman and a mother, and how much one is willing to sacrifice to achieve her greatest goal.

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Immortality (The Anatomy Duology Book 2)

by Dana Schwartz

Release Date: February 28, 2023

Hazel Sinnett is alone and half-convinced the events of the year before—the immortality, Beecham’s vial—were a figment of her imagination. She doesn’t even know if Jack is alive or dead. All she can really do now is treat patients and maintain Hawthornden Castle as it starts to decay around her. When saving a life leads to her arrest, Hazel seems doomed to rot in prison until a message intervenes...

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The Love Scribe

by Amy Meyerson

Release Date: February 7, 2023

From the bestselling author of The Bookshop of Yesterdays comes a charming novel about a woman with a special gift—her stories help people fall in love. Emotional, deeply imaginative and brimming with valuable life lessons, The Love Scribe explores love, fate and the power of stories when we choose to believe in them.

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Books to Read for Fans of Dystopian Worlds

If you love the tense, action-packed stories of the dystopian genre, you will love these new fantasy and science fiction releases from bestselling authors Avi Datta, Kevin Nichols, Kevin Mclaughlin, Michael Anderle, Jeffrey L. Kohanek, Noah Chinn, and James Rollins.

The Movement (Time Corrector Series Book 2)

by Avi Datta

Release Date: February 1, 2023

A new enemy Vandal is hellbent on destroying everything and everyone in Vincent's life. Things take a dramatic turn when he comes after Akane. There is only one way to save her-remove Vincent from Akane's life. In doing so, alternate realities collide, & unfathomable powers and greeds unwind in this gripping new saga of the Time Corrector Series.

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Shadows of Askargaard: The Last Falcon

by Kevin Nichols

Release Date: January 15, 2023

The Chaos War is over. It’s been eight years since victory over the darkness. The demon Niseag Bjornson is dead. But while the forces of light cling to tenuous alliances in Prima’Tol, the realm of elves, the first and only squire of the druids has concerns that Peace is only skin deep in the rogue nation. Shadows have returned to Askargaard.

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Deadly Fathoms (Free Worlds Book 1)

by Kevin Mclaughlin & Michael Anderle

Release Date: January 4, 2023

After over a century in stasis aboard their ship, the colonists are shocked to find their new home is completely covered by oceans. Upon landing, they discover that they are not alone... The struggle to learn how to live beneath the sea while under attack from the dangerous wildlife that dwells in the depths commences.

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Wizardom Legends: Temple of the Unknown (Tor the Dungeon Crawler Book 1)

by Jeffrey L. Kohanek

Release Date: February 1, 2023

D&D meets Indiana Jones in a new fantasy adventure series set in the bestselling world of Wizardoms. Join a dysfunctional team of treasure hunters seeking a temple of legend. Action, adventure, and hilarity await those brave enough to join the quest.

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Lost Souls (Get Lost Saga Book 1)

by Noah Chinn

Release Date: January 30, 2023

Maurice "Moss" Foote used to be somebody. Then nobody. Then somebody again, for a while. Now he's back to square one, using his last hundred credits to try and get back his old ship and start over. Again. Hel doesn't have a last name. Or maybe she does. She was born a slave. Or maybe she wasn't. It's all rather confusing to her, just like the strange compulsion that has her trying to build... something out of spare ship parts in the junkyard she calls home. When she sees an opportunity to escape on board a rebuilt transport, she takes it, not realizing what she's getting herself into...

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The Cradle of Ice (Moonfall Book 2)

by James Rollins

Release Date: February 7, 2023

The second book in the New York Times bestselling Moonfall series from thriller-master James Rollins, The Cradle of Ice is a page-turning tale of action, adventure, betrayal, ambition, and the struggle for survival in a harsh world that hangs by a thread.

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February's Must Read Contemporary Romance Books

The beginning of February has brought with it countless new contemporary romance books to choose from. If you're having trouble deciding which new releases to start with first, check out our picks for February's must-read romances!

Three Men One Love

by Barbi Cox

Release Date: February 7, 2023

This age-gap military mafia romance follows the journey of a young woman as she becomes entangled with three older men, including a CEO of a billion-dollar business, a former military doctor, and a single father physical therapist. Navigating the dangerous world, that unfolds for all of them. She must choose between love and her own safety in this page-turning novel.

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Magnus (Shadow Recon Book 1)

by Dale Mayer

Release Date: February 7, 2023

Magnus arrives in the Artic for severe-weather training, overseen by an international joint task force, but run by military brass. With multiple countries involved and multiple divisions of the military, it’s a wide-open mix of potential trouble. After meeting the one and only doctor on-site, a female member of the British team, Magnus knows that she needs his help to keep her safe.

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Cupids Peak

by Lee Jacquot

Release Date: February 7, 2023

Hermit, introvert, homebody. All are adjectives that can be used to describe me, and that’s how I like it. I’m content within the four walls of my home, safe from all the work one has to put in just to walk outside. But solitary life also means the only real romance I get to experience is from my holiday movie marathons and watching my old high school crush play for the NHL. My extroverted twin sister, however, doesn’t like my plans and sets me up on a date. A blind date. On Valentine's Day. At a five-star resort...

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When She Tempts (The Fallen Book 2)

by Gabrielle Sands

Release Date: February 2, 2023

Martina De Rossi is off-limits, and not just because her brother is about to become the Don. When I agree to protect her while he’s out waging a brutal war, it isn’t only out of loyalty. It’s because Martina is the perfect pawn in my game of revenge. Unfortunately, she’s also temptation personified. I’m a master of staying in control, but with each day she spends with me inside the walls of my remote Italian castle, I can feel my resolve cracking. And when she tempts, I realize this game we’re playing might be one I won’t win.

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Before Us

by Jewel E. Ann

Release Date: February 2, 2023

I didn’t know what would happen after my client found me sleeping in my car. I’d been cleaning his house as his wife was dying. I didn’t expect them to invite me to live with them. I didn’t expect Suzie to become my lifeline—until she was gone. I didn’t expect him to ask me to marry him when he found out I needed medical insurance. I didn’t expect to fall in love with a grieving man. There are so many reasons to keep my distance from Zach. Every tender moment secreted away. When we’re not together, I miss the man I call husband. Does he miss his wife? If so, which one?

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Bad Boy Bachelor Valentine

by Ali Parker & Weston Parker

Release Date: February 2, 2023

Any woman would be lucky to be mine. At least the world feels that way. A billionaire supermodel with a room full of awards? But I’m not interested in the gold-diggers. I want someone that gets me fully. As if she exists. A dating service seems silly, but it’s my last resort...

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Books for Fans of Law & Order

Do you love Law & Order and are looking for books that have the same heart-racing, suspenseful cases to keep you glued to the pages? We've got the perfect selection of books from authors like Tríona Walsh, Paty Jager, Peter Davidson, and more! Check out these new releases for fans of Law & Order.

The Dish Dog

by Peter Davidson

Release Date: January 29, 2023

Someone is operating the largest illegal stock market insider trading scheme in the history of the United States. Perhaps it is a nationally-known radio or TV host of a financial program or even a Pulitzer Prize winner. But, the perpetrator may not have counted on a brilliant FBI forensic accountant, Dr. Kimberly King, who is leading the investigation to stop their scheme and put them in jail.

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Bear Stalker

by Paty Jager

Release Date: January 31, 2023

Hawke’s sister witnesses her fiancé’s murder. She’s on the run and Hawke has to track her down before the killer.

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Find Her Alive (Detective Karen Hart Book 7)

by D. S. Butler

Release Date: February 7, 2023

Detective Karen Hart is finally getting her life back on track—enjoying her new relationship and dealing with the grief in her past. Then someone from her counselling group asks for help locating a missing friend, Phoebe Woodrow, who went out partying and never came home...

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A Killing of Innocents

by Deborah Crombie

Release Date: February 7, 2023

New York Times bestseller Deborah Crombie returns with a new novel featuring Scotland Yard detectives Duncan Kincaid and Gemma James as they race to solve the shocking murder of a young woman before panic spreads across London.

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The Snowstorm

by Tríona Walsh

Release Date: February 2, 2023

I thought my best friend’s death must have been an accident. But as I look down at the footprints in the deep snow, I suddenly see the truth: my oldest friends have been lying to me... An utterly gripping thriller that will have you hooked from the very first page until the final jaw-dropping, heart-racing twist. Fans of Catherine Cooper, Lucy Foley, and Ruth Ware will be glued to the pages of this unmissable locked-room mystery.

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The Rose Girls

by Jennifer Chase

Release Date: February 6, 2023

When Detective Katie Scott receives a plea from neighboring Coldwater Creek to help with a tragic murder, she doesn’t hesitate. Fifteen-year-old Ivy Miller’s naked body was found tied to a tree, a freshly inked pink rose tattoo on her arm. The word “MORE” carved into her back means sweet Ivy could be the first of many...

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Interview with Kevin Nichols, Author of Shadows of Askargaard

What's the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Shadows of Askargaard?

I can't seem to walk from one place to another without thinking of a story. I see a connected world. The people I meet, the things I've seen, they're all sewn into the fabric of this series. The characters I've created feel so personal to me because they're manifestations of the people that have impacted my life.

If you had to pick theme songs for the main characters of Shadows of Askargaard, what would they be?

This one's easy. For Pug, the MC, it's a shot at redemption (I like the Dan Vasc cover). Varahallas would be Blinding Lights by the Weeknd. Weasel would be Misery Business by Paramore.

Come to think of it, I've subconsciously thought about this question quite a bit.

What's your favorite genre to read? Is it the same as your favorite genre to write?

Fantasy fiction. Followed closely by fantasy fiction and fantasy fiction. Love Abercrombie, Buroker, Sapkowski, and of course Sanderson.

What books are on your TBR pile right now?

Been feeling JD Rossells Ranger of the Titan Wild Series which NewInBooks turned me on to. I think the second book in the series drops relatively soon.

What scene in your book was your favorite to write?

Ooph. This is literally impossible to answer. Pug in the arena below the rogue city of Askargaard comes to mind just because it has Bos'ni the lion in it who is lowkey my favorite sidekick. Pug in any tavern is also a treat.

Do you have any quirky writing habits? (lucky mugs, cats on laps, etc.)

Not quirky, but I discuss all my ideas with my brothers, Garrett and Colton, before I write them. Their feedback is really valuable. When they get excited about an idea, I get excited.

Do you have a motto, quote, or philosophy you live by?

When we go together, we go farther.

If you could choose one thing for readers to remember after reading your book, what would it be?

A lot of people go their whole lives thinking they're not creative. I thought that way myself for the longest time. This notion that some people are creative and some people aren't is BS. Creativity is something you practice. Whether it's writing a story, inventing a recipe, or telling your kids a made up fairy tale before bedtime, creativity is something you practice and grow.

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Interview with Avi Datta, Author of The Movement

What's the story behind the story? What inspired you to write The Movement (Time Corrector Series Book 2)?

In 1994, I dreamed of speaking with a girl fluently in Japanese. Trains were flying over buildings, and I was bidding goodbye to her. I ignored it and dived into Calculus, Statistics, and Quantum Mechanics. The dream reappeared again in 2020, and I could see the sunset in her eyes this time. So I named her Akane and started fleshing out the story. I wrote the story so that I wouldn’t forget it.

If you had to pick theme songs for the main characters of The Movement (Time Corrector Series Book 2), what would they be?

This is actually an excellent question. I have synesthesia, so I can easily relate.

• “Final Assenct” from Hans from the last James Bon Film

• Liszt’s Consolation No. 3.

• Chopin’s Raindrop Prelude (Op. 28, no. 15)

• Attack on Titan Appleseed theme.

• Bruce Wayne Suite by Michael Giacchino

What's your favorite genre to read? Is it the same as your favorite genre to write?

Believe it or not, I mostly read non-fiction. Books about watchmaking, art, and automobiles fascinate me.

What books are on your TBR pile right now?

The Letters of Vicent van Gogh.

What scene in your book was your favorite to write?

Two chapters in particular--Ashes, and Revelation-Stage 3. Those showed the weakness, and vulnerability of Vincent Abajian, beyond his obvious genius.

Do you have any quirky writing habits? (lucky mugs, cats on laps, etc.)

I need my double shot espresso before I start writing. It requires four bars of pre-infusion for 4-7 seconds, followed by 9 bars of extraction for 25-50 seconds.

And I need my playlist.

Do you have a motto, quote, or philosophy you live by?

Yes. “It’s far better to die while dreaming than wake up every morning to find my dreams are dead.” This is my own quotation that I used in the book.

If you could choose one thing for readers to remember after reading your book, what would it be?

The structure and content of pain are universal no matter what station one is in their life. Further, the unexplained nuances of Emika’s character get some clarity in the last three chapters. More clarity will come in Book two, which begins with Emika’s POV.

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Interview with Peter Davidson, Author of The Dish Dog

What's the story behind the story? What inspired you to write The Dish Dog?

I am intrigued by simple errors that criminals make that trip them up and get them caught. I wanted to create a unique criminal plot that readers, especially those who enjoy financial crimes, would find interesting.

What's your favorite genre to read? Is it the same as your favorite genre to write?

I like to read legal thrillers.

What books are on your TBR pile right now?

As I Saw It by Keith Wells.

What scene in your book was your favorite to write?

In the first scene where the perpetrator of the stock market insider scheme was introduced, it says that "with his oversized dark sunglasses on an overcast day, his ball cap pulled low over his face, and his jacket collar pulled up to hide half of his face, he would have looked suspicious in any other town or city in America, but in eclectic New York City, where two-thirds of the people on the street look suspicious, he fit right in."

Do you have any quirky writing habits? (lucky mugs, cats on laps, etc.)

I normally think about the manuscript as I fall asleep and my subconscious mulls it over during the night. In the morning, the next scene is normally crystal clear in my mind. I imagine all writers do this.

Do you have a motto, quote, or philosophy you live by?

I try to treat others the way that I'd want them to treat me.

If you could choose one thing for readers to remember after reading your book, what would it be?

That it was a well-written, enjoyable read, worth their time.

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Interview with Paty Jager, Author of Bear Stalker

What's the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Bear Stalker?

After a trip to Montana and seeing a lodge on an island in a lake, I knew one day I would come up with a story to include that lodge. And I had been building up to bringing my main character's sister back into his life.

What's your favorite genre to read? Is it the same as your favorite genre to write?

I enjoy reading mysteries. Not necessarily the same type as mine. I write a police procedural with a Fish and Wildlife officer as the main character. While I have read one or two CJ Box, Dwight Holing, and a couple of other authors’ books who also write about game wardens, I prefer to read mysteries that aren’t police procedurals.

What books are on your TBR pile right now?

Die Cut by Nelle Heran & C.K. Eastland, Guests an Anthology by NIWA members Shutter by Ramona Emerson, and A Calm and Normal Heart by Chelsea T. Hicks.

What scene in your book was your favorite to write?

When Hawke and the sister he just reunited with are sitting in his vehicle in front of a church and they are discussing her problem. His brotherly instincts resurface and they begin joking with each other.

Do you have any quirky writing habits? (lucky mugs, cats on laps, etc.)

I always have my green tea (hot in the winter, iced in the summer) on my desk. I have multiple sticky pads, small ones to keep track of what they did each day on a large whiteboard on the wall next to my desk, and larger ones to make notes to stick to my suspect chart. I also have a spiral notebook that I jot down what happens in each chapter as I write. To keep track of actions and clues. Not sure if they are quirky but they are habits.

Do you have a motto, quote, or philosophy you live by?

“If your dreams don’t scare you, they’re too small.” Richard Branson

If you could choose one thing for readers to remember after reading your book, what would it be?

Even if you’ve been wronged, you can be the stronger person. I write stories with Native American characters to show they are strong, resilient, and have a place in this world.

Paty Jager is the author of the new book Bear Stalker

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Interview with Jeffrey L. Kohanek, Author of Wizardom Legends: Temple of the Unknown

What's the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Wizardom Legends: Temple of the Unknown?

Tor Ranseur and his misfit crew of relic hunters were first introduced near the end of my Fall of Wizardoms series. While they only occupied a handful of chapters, I found them fun to write. Their camaraderie, team dynamic, and their constant questing for magical artifacts combine perfectly to create a page-turning and action-packed series. I enjoy writing quest stories anyway, so I found myself compelled to craft a spinoff series featuring this entertaining adventuring squad.

What's your favorite genre to read? Is it the same as your favorite genre to write?

For nearly four decades, I have almost exclusively read epic fantasy, so it was natural for me to write in the same genre. The many hundreds of books I have read also influence my storytelling.

What books are on your TBR pile right now?

I literally have hundreds of books waiting to be read. There are SO many talented fantasy authors out there waiting for readers to find them.

What scene in your book was your favorite to write?

While my books are packed with action, intrigue, and magic, the scenes I most enjoy are the comedic ones. There is a scene where the crew is about to enter a massive statue dedicated to an ancient deity. I can’t provide details without spoiling the moment, but I believe it is the funniest scene I have ever crafted.

Since my books are known for their humor (I see it mentioned in hundreds of reviews), that is a meaningful statement. I hope readers will check it out and let me know if they found it as hilarious to read as it was for me to write.

Do you have any quirky writing habits? (lucky mugs, cats on laps, etc.)

My quirky writing habit is that I almost never write at a desk. In fact, I LEAVE my desk to write, often on a sofa, chair, in an airport, on a plane, on a the patio, etc… I also like having the TV or music on as background noise. When I begin writing, the world around me just fades away.

Also, when I write at home, it is often with my French Bulldog, Frodo, on my lap.

Do you have a motto, quote, or philosophy you live by?

I believe that if you are a good person and make an honest effort, things will work out. Yes, I am an optimist but I also know the value of hard work. You need both to succeed.

If you could choose one thing for readers to remember after reading your book, what would it be?

I want readers to know there are more books coming in the world of Wizardoms. Temple of the Unknown is a great place for new readers to start, but it is also written to thrill Wizardoms veterans. However, it is only the beginning. A full trilogy featuring Tor and his crew are coming this spring and more books might come in the future if these sell well and readers demand more.

Jeffrey L. Kohanek is the author of the new book Wizardom Legends: Temple of the Unknown

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New Mystery and Thriller Books to Read | February 7

Hold on to the edge of your seat as we hunt for clues and solve the case with these exciting new mystery and thriller books for the week! There are so many bestselling authors with new novels for you to dive into this week including Peter Davidson, Paty Jager, J.D. Robb, and many more. Enjoy your new mystery, thriller, and suspense novels. Happy reading!