From romance, romantasy, and all the way to historical fiction, there are plenty of new releases for everyone coming in February. We’re thankful for the wonder of pre-order that we don’t have to wait to buy! If you’re needing to refresh your TBR list, keep reading to see which ones stand out to us.
Dream Girl Drama by Tessa Bailey
Tessa Bailey is an experienced author and expert in steamy, holiday, supernatural, and cozy romance. Her upcoming release — Dream Girl Drama — is a romantic comedy featuring a professional hockey player and his pixie dream girl who end up realizing their parents are engaged. Entertainment Weekly labels her as the Michelangelo of dirty talk. Hit the rink as Tessa takes you along in this forbidden romance.
The Forest King’s Daughter by Elly Blake
If you’re part of the Sarah J. Maas or Holly Black fan clubs, then The Forest King’s Daughter is for you. Get sucked into this enemies-to-forbidden lovers romance! A lonely underground boy gifts a young forest princess a special ring that helps blind her enemies in war — his people. Years go by before they cross paths again, and he tries to get the ring back. They travel to lands they didn’t know existed, and their friendship turns into something more. Pre-order now and see if these two make it together or are forced apart by the war on their lands.
First-Time Caller (Heartstrings #1) by B.K. Borison
B.K. Borison — the writer that you are. The cover art for B.K.’s books can make anyone want to read her books. Her February release is a Sleepless in Seattle-inspired story following a hopeless romantic and a jaded radio host. Lucie Stone just wants a happy ever after, but will the host of the romance hotline help her get there? Our bet is on them two being together, but you’ll have to read it to find out.
Wings of Starlight by Allison Saft
This one is for all the Disney girls who grew up playing games or watching the film — Pixie Hollow Games. As an old Disney fanatic such as myself, I couldn’t be more excited about this book coming out. Allison takes us along the journey with Queen Clarion as she races to save the lands along with Milori, a guardian of the Winter Woods. Transport yourself back in time with this charming young adult fantasy and remember how simple life used to be.
Rebel Witch: The Crimson Moth: Book 2 by Kristen Ciccarelli
Rebel Witch is the epic conclusion to The Crimson Moth series by Kristen Ciccarelli. A witch, a witch hunter, and an impossible choice — who wouldn’t want to read about that? Gideon, the hunter, and Rune, the witch, are on the run, and they have to come together to achieve their goals. With their forced proximity, Gideon realizes his true feelings for Rune and has to choose between his world and the girl he loves. The perfect book to keep you on the edge of your seat.
The Meadowbrook Murders by Jessica Goodman
Dive into the world of murder mystery with The Meadowbrook Murders. A normal senior girl at Meadowbrook Academy becomes the number one suspect when her best friend gets murdered in their dorm room. The investigation reveals hidden secrets and the truth behind this killer on campus. Think you can predict the killer from a mile away? Pre-order this one and see if you’re correct!
Close Your Eyes and Count to 10 by Lisa Unger
Grab this psychological thriller novel where a game of hide-and-seek turns deadly. Falcao Island is the homebase for this ultimate game of hide-and-seek, but it turns into a game of survival quickly. With everyone looking out for themselves, Unger shows us the only real person we can trust is ourselves. She’s got millions of copies of her books sold all over the world, so you don’t want to miss this next one of hers.
Last Twilight in Paris by Pam Jenoff
For a change in genre, pre-order this historical war romance, Last Twilight in Paris. A postwar housewife discovers a necklace that leads to a story about the dark history of a Parisian department store. She and her boss — with whom she’s had a romantic history — follow these clues together as they try to uncover the past. She’s trying to find the connection between this necklace and the death of her friend during the war, but the truth does not want to be revealed.
The Lost Passenger by Frances Quinn
Dive into another historical fiction with this story based on a fictional Titanic family. Immerse yourself in this drama about a mother starting a new life with her son in New York after faking their deaths on the Titanic. Frances Quinn, a British novelist, is making her debut in the United States with this novel, so let’s all give her some love by pre-ordering today.
Whether you’re interested in one of these or all of them, we hope you spend your money on only the important things — books. With February being just a few short weeks away, grab these releases now and celebrate the month of loving yourself.
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