January 9, 2024 – Kick off the new year with a captivating read! The Brampton Library has curated a list of the most anticipated books of 2024, covering fiction, nonfiction, and audiobooks. Get ready for an exciting literary journey with these top picks.
Top Fiction Pick: ‘Owning Up : New Fiction‘ by George Pelecanos
George Pelecanos takes the lead with ‘Owning Up,’ a collection of four novellas weaving tales of strife, violence, and humanity. In this gripping work, a family faces a siege after a no-knock warrant, former inmates navigate the straight and narrow path, a teenage boy confronts a hostage crisis, and a woman discovers a bloody history tied to her past. Pelecanos’ streetwise and heartful portraits challenge conventional notions of heroes and villains, offering a nuanced exploration of life’s unpredictable paths.
Top Nonfiction Pick: ‘We Loved It All : A Memory of Life‘ by Lydia Millet
Lydia Millet presents her first nonfiction work, ‘We Loved It All,’ a genre-defying masterpiece advocating for a deeper connection to nonhuman beings. Drawing on her experience as an advocate for endangered species, Millet offers intimate portraits of extraordinary animals and reflects on human lives intertwined with the surrounding world. This incantatory work, reminiscent of Annie Dillard or Robert Macfarlane, invites readers to contemplate the intricate tapestry of life on earth.
Top Audiobook Pick: ‘Princess of Las Vegas : A Novel‘ by Chris Bohjalian
From the author of bestsellers like ‘The Flight Attendant,’ Chris Bohjalian delivers a riveting audiobook, ‘Princess of Las Vegas.’ Immerse yourself in the tale of a Princess Diana impersonator, Crissy Dowling, and her estranged sister, drawn into a dangerous game of money and murder on the Las Vegas strip. The story unfolds against a backdrop of organized crime, cryptocurrency, and family secrets, offering a thrilling narrative of identity, obsession, and high-tech mobsters. Brace yourself for an addictive and wildly original thriller.
Don’t miss out on these page-turners! Visit the Brampton Library’s website to explore their curated list and dive into the literary treasures awaiting you in 2024. Happy reading!
Most Anticipated Fiction List: https://ow.ly/8wRC50Qnt3M
Most Anticipated Nonfiction List: https://ow.ly/cWHr50Qnt4J
Most Anticipated Audiobooks List: https://ow.ly/rHgk50Qnt7y