Half the year is over and the next half will help you get to those reading goals faster. Don’t believe me? Here’s a list of some amazing books releasing in July 2023 that you wouldn’t want to miss. Sharing with you books from different genres; the ones I’m eagerly waiting for and also what everyone in the book community is talking about this month. Let’s go.
BEYOND THE STORY
BTS, a South Korean boy band, rose to international fame 10 years ago after debuting in the K-Pop industry. In their new book, author Myeongseok Kang interviews all seven members, providing in-depth insight into their journey. The book also grants readers exclusive access to a wide range of previously unreleased trailers, music videos, and digital content.
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HALF-LIFE OF A STOLEN SISTER
In her captivating novel, Rachel Cantor delves into the remarkable lives of the Brontë sisters – Emily, Charlotte, and Anne – and explores the factors that contributed to their literary masterpieces such as Jane Eyre, Wuthering Heights, and Agnes Grey. Blending historical facts with imaginative storytelling, Cantor sheds light on the sisters’ exceptional talents, the complexities of their relationships, and the influences of their personal circumstances.
“Half-Life of a Stolen Sister” is a transformative journey that evolves throughout the narrative, shifting styles and methods to mirror the Brontës’ own ever-changing lives. The novel incorporates a rich tapestry of sources including diaries, letters, recordings, and even fragments from the siblings’ childhood fantasies. Through this kaleidoscope of perspectives, Cantor presents a vivid and innovative portrait, offering readers fresh insights into the Brontës and their enduring literary contributions.
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SCHOENBERG: WHY HE MATTERS
Arnold Schoenberg (1874–1951) was an important and influential composer in his time. He developed the twelve-tone system, which was seen as the future of music. However, today his music is rarely performed by leading orchestras and he is met with indifference or even hostility. In this interpretative account, the renowned biographer of Toscanini restores Schoenberg to his rightful place in the canon. The author shows that Schoenberg was one of the most influential composers and teachers of the twentieth century. Schoenberg challenged tradition and fought against anti-Semitism, which ultimately led to his relocation to Los Angeles. Despite criticism, including the Nazi labeling his music as “degenerate,” Schoenberg’s compositions had a lasting impact on Western music. Sachs argues that anyone interested in the history and future of Western music should confront Schoenberg’s work.
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HOW TO LOVE YOUR DAUGHTER
Thousands of miles away from her own home, a woman finds herself standing on a dimly lit street, casting a curious gaze through brightly lit windows. Inside, she catches a glimpse of two little girls, her own grandchildren. These precious children belong to the daughter she hasn’t seen in years. At the heart of this gripping tale lies the woman’s yearning to comprehend how a once blissful relationship between mother and daughter could have deteriorated into a state of indescribable distance.
Skillfully navigating through the depths of time, she begins to untangle memories and long-suppressed emotions, retracing the countless acts of parental love and care. Each act, though seemingly ordinary and harmless, may have unintentionally eroded what she cherished most. With a remarkable understanding of the human psyche, Blum skillfully unravels the insignificant missteps and hidden deceptions that often taint family life. It is in these small and subtle ways that the line between protectiveness and possessiveness can be crossed, sometimes without even realizing it. And now, she finds herself uncertain of whether, and how, she can reclaim the bond that was lost.
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CROOK MANIFESTO
It’s 1971. Trash piles up on the streets, crime is at an all-time high, the city is careening towards bankruptcy, and a shooting war has broken out between the NYPD and the Black Liberation Army. Amidst this collective nervous breakdown furniture store owner and ex-fence Ray Carney tries to keep his head down and his business thriving. His days moving stolen goods around the city are over. It’s strictly the straight-and-narrow for him — until he needs Jackson 5 tickets for his daughter May and he decides to hit up his old police contact Munson, fixer extraordinaire. But Munson has his own favors to ask of Carney and staying out of the game gets a lot more complicated – and deadly.
1973. The counter-culture has created a new generation, the old ways are being overthrown, but there is one constant, Pepper, Carney’s endearingly violent partner in crime. It’s getting harder to put together a reliable crew for hijackings, heists, and assorted felonies, so Pepper takes on a side gig doing security on a Blaxploitation shoot in Harlem. He finds himself in a freaky world of Hollywood stars, up-and-coming comedians, and celebrity drug dealers, in addition to the usual cast of hustlers, mobsters, and hit men. These adversaries underestimate the seasoned crook – to their regret.
1976. Harlem is burning, block by block, while the whole country is gearing up for Bicentennial celebrations. Carney is trying to come up with a July 4th ad he can live with. (“Two Hundred Years of Getting Away with It!”), while his wife Elizabeth is campaigning for her childhood friend, the former assistant D.A and rising politician Alexander Oakes. When a fire severely injures one of Carney’s tenants, he enlists Pepper to look into who may be behind it. Our crooked duo have to battle their way through a crumbling metropolis run by the shady, the violent, and the utterly corrupted.
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EVERYONE HERE IS LYING
Welcome to Stanhope! A safe neighborhood. A place for families.
William Wooler is a family man, on the surface. But he’s been having an affair, an affair that ended horribly this afternoon at a motel up the road. So when he returns to his house, devastated and angry, to find his difficult nine-year-old daughter, Avery, unexpectedly home from school, William loses his temper. Hours later, Avery’s family declares her missing.
Suddenly Stanhope doesn’t feel so safe. And William isn’t the only one on his street who’s hiding a lie. As witnesses come forward with information that may or may not be true, Avery’s neighbors become increasingly unhinged. Who took Avery Wooler?
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IMMORTAL LONGINGS
Every year, thousands in the kingdom of Talin will flock to its capital twin cities, San-Er, where the palace hosts a set of games. For those confident enough in their ability to jump between bodies, competitors across San-Er fight to the death to win unimaginable riches.
Princess Calla Tuoleimi lurks in hiding. Five years ago, a massacre killed her parents and left the palace of Er empty…and she was the one who did it. Before King Kasa’s forces in San can catch her, she plans to finish the job and bring down the monarchy. Her reclusive uncle always greets the victor of the games, so if she wins, she gets her opportunity at last to kill him.
Enter Anton Makusa, an exiled aristocrat. His childhood love has lain in a coma since they were both ousted from the palace, and he’s deep in debt trying to keep her alive. Thankfully, he’s one of the best jumpers in the kingdom, flitting from body to body at will. His last chance at saving her is entering the games and winning.
Calla discovers an unforeseen connection with Anton and receives support from August, King Kasa’s beloved son, who is determined to heal Talin’s sufferings. However, their individual objectives diverge significantly, even as Calla and Anton’s collaboration evolves into an intense and consuming bond. Prior to the conclusion of the games, Calla faces a crucial decision: will she prioritize her lover or her kingdom?
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