As the year comes to a close, it’s time to reflect on the best novels that were released in 2021. Here are the top 10 must-read novels of the year that you won’t want to miss:
1. “The Push” by Ashley Audrain
A psychological thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat as it explores the complexities of motherhood and family dynamics.
2. “Project Hail Mary” by Andy Weir
A gripping science fiction novel that follows an astronaut on a mission to save humanity from extinction.
3. “The Four Winds” by Kristin Hannah
Set during the Great Depression, this historical fiction novel tells the story of a woman’s resilience and strength in the face of adversity.
4. “The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue” by V.E. Schwab
A captivating fantasy novel about a woman who makes a deal with a devil and must live for centuries without being remembered by anyone she meets.
5. “The Midnight Library” by Matt Haig
A heartwarming and thought-provoking novel that explores the idea of finding happiness and fulfillment in alternate realities.
6. “The Final Girl Support Group” by Grady Hendrix
A thrilling horror novel that follows the survivors of high-profile massacres as they come together for support, only to find themselves in another deadly situation.
7. “Klara and the Sun” by Kazuo Ishiguro
A poignant and futuristic novel that delves into the nature of artificial intelligence and what it means to be human.
8. “The Paper Palace” by Miranda Cowley Heller
A gripping and emotional novel that follows a woman who must confront her past when a long-held secret threatens to tear her family apart.
9. “Malibu Rising” by Taylor Jenkins Reid
A captivating family drama set in the 1980s that follows the lives of the famous Riva siblings as their annual party spirals out of control.
10. “The Plot” by Jean Hanff Korelitz
A suspenseful thriller that follows a struggling writer who steals a plot from a student, only to find himself embroiled in a web of deception and murder.
These novels have been highly acclaimed by critics and readers alike, and are sure to provide hours of entertainment and thought-provoking storytelling. Don’t miss out on adding these must-read books to your reading list for 2021.