It’s April, and whether you’re wondering where the first third of the year has gone, or busy stuffing your face with chocolate the Easter Bunny left, it’s undeniably another month further into the year. Luckily, this isn’t always bad news. There are some fantastic books being released, so here are ten April books that deserve your attention.
1. The Blade Artist by Irvine Welsh
Irvine Welsh is best known for his debut Trainspotting. Yet, what sets him apart from other authors is that he has built up these characters across other novels. Sometimes, this is direct sequels like Porno, but The Blade Artist shows the return of Francis Begbie. Welsh has been on a string of homeruns recently with books such as The Sex Live of Siamese Twins and A Decent Ride receiving acclaim.
2.What Belongs to You by Garth Greenwell
Greenwell’s debut novel, What Belongs To You, follows a romance in Bulgaria that has to be kept in the shadows. An American teaching English encounters something far from romantic, and also extremely heart-breaking, with a male prostitute. We’ve already had a sneak peak at What Belongs To You and can say with certainty that it is a powerful debut novel, and Greenwell might be one to watch for a lifetime.
3. One With You by Sylvia Day
The Crossfire Saga has captured the hearts of millions of romance fans worldwide. Described as both “heartbreaking” and “seductive”, the finale to the saga is bound to grab the attention of lots of fans. If you’re not familiar with the Crossfire Saga it might be worth jumping in as soon as possible, because franchises are all the rage right now, and you might just need another one to tear through before someone spoils it for you.
4. The Walking Dead Volume 25 by Robert Kirkman
Before The Walking Dead was adapted into an immensely popular TV show, it was an insanely popular comic. Even though various plot deviations have meant that the TV show isn’t a strict adaptation these days, fans know that Robert Kirkman’s series never disappoints. With the 25th issue, we see Rick’s leadership questioned as he tries to find a safe place for his followers. Expect horror and heartbreak, it’ll be like a beautiful car crash, and you won’t be able to help but look.
5. The Girl In The Spider’s Web by David Lagercrantz
David Lagercrantz has had the daunting task of providing the fourth novel in Steig Larsoon’s Mellenium series. The first book written since the authors death, and first in the series not written by Larson, the reception to this book will dictate whether fans will stick with the series. It will almost definitely be a huge financial success, but whether it’s a fair representation of Salander and Blomkvist that everybody knows and loves, has yet to be seen.
6. The Last Mile by David Baldacci
The latest book in the Amos Decker series, The Last Mile, follows Melvin Mars waiting on death row. Luckily, Amos Decker is involved. The new entry in the series promises twists, turns and suspense. Fans of a well written thriller should check this one out.
7. The Missing by C.L. Taylor
The Missing has the fantastic element of taking something that we all know that makes us feel safe, and turning that element on its head. Family makes us feel safe, right? Wrong. In The Missing, secrets will be revealed and it’s going to be an exciting ride.
8. The Road To Little Dribbling by Bill Bryson
A long time ago, Bill Bryson captures the hearts of many by touring England and writing about it in his classic book Notes from A Small Island. Like a band coming back for another tour, Bryson explored England yet again to see what has changed since his last voyage. Time will tell whether Bryson will be able to impress as much as he did with his previous expedition, but we’re certainly willing to let him try.
9. Career of Evil by Robert Galbraith
Here’s a little secret for you: Robert Galbraith is J.K Rowling. Well, okay, now it may not be a big secret, but when her first crime novel came out it was the biggest surprise since we found out about Stephen King being Richard Bachman. It was previously out in hardback, but for such a wonderful and exciting novel, be sure to pick up the new paperback later this month.
10. Warriors of the Storm by Bernard Cornwell
The paperback of Warriors of the Storm comes out later this month. If you’ve been holding off for financial reasons, or just didn’t know whether the ninth book in The Last Kingdom series would be good, now you have no excuse. It’s affordable and acclaimed.
So there are ten books that you should be picking up. Did we miss any? If we did, let us know in the comment section below.
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