It’s December already. How far have you reached with your reading challenges? Some really captivating books are releasing this month that will help you reach those goals faster. Varied genres, captivating plot-lines and popular authors that have proven themselves before, these book releases will make for an enthralling literary journey this month. So, are you ready to add the books releasing in December to your reading list?
Let’s dive right in!

Heartstopper: Volume Five by Alice Oseman

Heartstopper is a bestselling LGBTQ+ graphic novel about love, friendship, and the complexities of life. It follows Nick and Charlie, who fall in love, and their lives, highlighting mental health, eating disorders, and sexual references. The fifth volume explores the themes of love, friendship, and the complexities of love.
Ruthless Vows by Rebecca Ross

The story ends with Iris Winnow returning home injured and heartbroken from the front, but the war is not over. Roman is missing and Oath remains in disbelief. Iris and Attie report on Dacre’s movements, knowing it’s time to confront the city. Roman, uncertain of his place in the war, writes articles for Dacre. A letter arrives, and Roman must decide whether to stand with Dacre or betray the god who healed him.
The Paris Housekeeper

In occupied Paris, 1940, Camille, a chambermaid at the Hôtel Ritz, stays to support her family. She discovers that an American guest, Vivian, is secretly helping Jewish refugees escape the Nazis. When Camille’s friend needs help, they devise a daring escape plan while hiding in an underground bunker. As the situation intensifies, Camille’s courage is put to the ultimate test.
This Spells Love by Kate Robb

In this witty, whimsical friends-to-lovers debut, Gemma, a young woman, tries to heal her heartbreak by casting a spell to erase her ex from her past. After getting drunk with her sister, aunt, and best friend, Dax, they perform a love-cleansing spell, promising to erase her ex from her memory. However, when Gemma wakes up, her life is unrecognizable, and Dax doesn’t know who she is. To reverse the spell, Gemma must convince Dax to kiss her.
Gold by Raven Kennedy

The text explores the protagonist’s journey through various worlds, highlighting the dangers and beauty of the realm of the fae. The protagonist, Annwyn, is a threat in the realm, but must find her way back to Slade. The adult fantasy book contains dark elements, violence, cruelty, death, adult language, and explicit romance, and is intended for ages 18 and older.
The Frozen River

In Lawhon’s gripping new historical novel, a courageous midwife from Maine becomes embroiled in an extraordinary investigation. This captivating tale takes an unexpected twist, drawing her away from her familiar realm of expertise and plunging her into a mysterious case surrounding the chilling discovery of a man’s lifeless body encased in a block of ice.
The Fake Mate by Lana Ferguson

In Lana Ferguson’s paranormal romantic comedy, Mackenzie Carter, a model with a bad dating history, meets Noah Taylor, a grumpy interventional cardiologist. After an anonymous tip exposes his identity, Noah must decide whether to come clean or find a mate. They both rationalize that a fake-mate arrangement would help them prove their ability to work without a real mate, but as the fake-mate act becomes a real friendship, lines blur, and they realize love is a different kind of animal.
God of Fury by Rina Kent

The protagonist is attracted to Nikolai Sokolov, a mafia heir and violent monster, but an ill-fated meeting puts them in his path. Nikolai aims to break the protagonist’s control and blur their limits. The protagonist learns that being wanted by Nikolai is worse than being noticed. This standalone MM college romance is recommended.
The Other Mothers by Katherine Faulkner

A thriller about murder, class, and motherhood in London’s toniest community. Tash investigates a mysterious nanny’s death and finds herself drawn closer to the mothers in her son’s playgroup. The story explores the dangers of accepting women into their exclusive world and the identity of the person investigating.
The Vacation House by Jane Shemilt

In a luxurious Greek villa, Julia’s idyllic teen years on a secluded beach lead to a decade of stifling perfection as a wife and mother. Enter Laurel, a therapist offering a chance for change. Julia’s pursuit of fulfillment unravels a gripping tale of betrayal and family secrets. From the author of The Daughter and The Playground, explore the intricate dynamics of trust, love, and the lasting impact of the past.
The Curse of Penryth Hall by Jess Armstrong

In Armstrong’s gothic mystery, The Curse of Penryth Hall, Ruby Vaughn, an American heiress, returns to Penryth Hall, a haunted fortress where she lives with her friend Tamsyn and her husband, Sir Edward Chenowyth. After Edward’s death, a curse is re-enacted, and Ruan Kivell, the man whose books brought her to Cornwall, is believed to be the one who can break it. Ruby must work with the Pellar to uncover the truth about the orchard incident and protect Tamsyn.
The Gentleman’s Gambit by Evie Dunmore

Catriona Campbell, a bookish suffragist, struggles with an ailing estate, academic writer’s block, and England’s women’s rights campaign. She dreams of romance but keeps them locked. She meets her father’s attractive colleague, Elias Khoury, who is determined to take ancient artefacts back to his homeland. However, seducing Catriona becomes a mission, and their plans are in danger. As they become close, a risky new game begins, putting Catriona’s heart and dreams at stake.
Which December book are you eager to read?



