 Hello, book lovers! Each week, dozens of new releases hit the shelves. Here are our favorites. ❤️📚 –The BuzzFeed Books team
 Credit: Liveright My Friend Natalia by Laura Lindstedt, trans. David Hackston (Liveright) "Finnish writer Laura Lindstedt’s American debut is a hypnotic, disorienting, often paranoid story about the precarious balance of power between an unnamed, nongendered therapist and their bewitching new patient, Natalia. She shows up at the therapist’s office like a whirlwind, requesting help for her dysfunctional sex life, but from the very first appointment — in which Natalia lies on the couch with an alarm clock on her stomach — she consistently dominates the sessions with monologues about formative erotic moments in her life, rarely letting the therapist interrupt. And as her story unfolds — introducing a connection between Natalia’s family and the therapist that’s too unlikely to be a coincidence — the therapist loses control of the experimental methods they’re supposed to be directing. It’s a surprisingly suspenseful story touching on psychology, philosophy, and sex." —Arianna Rebolini
 Credit: Freiling Publishing The Vines by Shelley Nolden (Freiling Publishing) "Finn has always been obsessed with 'urban exploring,' traveling the world with his girlfriend Lily to visit places rarely seen by other humans. But his ultimate obsession is with North Brother Island, which lies only a stone's throw from his family's home in NYC. His father and grandfather once conducted scientific experiments on this now-abandoned island, and Finn defies their wishes — and the law — by sneaking there via kayak. There, Finn discovers a mysterious woman who claims to have a connection to his family...and not in a positive way. Flashing back through time, this novel explores the horrifying history of this real island's past and what we're willing to do to keep family secrets." —Kirby Beaton
 Credit: Orbit The Unbroken by C.L. Clark (Orbit) "As a child, Touraine was one of many taken by the empire to be trained as an indentured soldier. Now an adult, she wants to rise in the empire’s ranks. She has the perfect opportunity to get noticed when the empire returns to her home country, Qazāl, and there’s an assassination attempt on the queen. She spots the attempt before the other soldiers and successfully saves the queen’s life. However, one of her countrymen arrested for the assassination attempt recognizes her and calls her by a name she’s long forgotten. This makes Touraine begin to question her identity and her role in the empire. This complex and emotional North African–inspired epic fantasy has both LGBTQ+ representation and a main character with disabilities." —Margaret Kingsbury
Get it from Bookshop for $15.63, Target for $12.29, or Amazon for $12.23
 Credit: Storey Publishing, Central Avenue Publishing I am tired of being a dandelion by Zane Frederick (Central Avenue Publishing) "I enjoy reading poetry collections, especially ones containing short, impactful, and evocative poems. In i am tired of being a dandelion, Frederick writes about the loss and heartbreak of past love with an open kind of vulnerability and aching lyricism that sings about loneliness, mistakes, and moving on. It’s a glimmering, emotional read that will put you in your feelings if you’ve ever felt broken by love." —Farrah Penn
Get it from Bookshop for $13.79, Target for $14.99, or Amazon for $14.99
How to Love the World: Poems of Gratitude and Hope edited by James Crews (Storey Publishing) "This uplifting collection of poems from masterful poets (Amanda Gorman, Joy Harjo, Naomi Shihab Nye, and more) will not only move you, but also remind you that joy can be found during times that feel dark. There are some that are tinted in longing (like 'Bus Stop' by Laure-Anne Bosselaar) and some that serve as a beautiful reminder of appreciation ('Thankful For Now' by Todd Davis). The visceral, weighty words from these poets invoke meaning in things that may seem meaningless, pushing us to slow down and reflect." —Farrah Penn
Get it from Bookshop for $13.75, Target for $11.96, or Amazon for $11.93
 Credit: Berkley Books Meet Me in Paradise by Libby Hubscher (Berkley Books) "Marin Cole has been afraid of traveling outside of her hometown of Tennessee ever since her journalist mother died while on assignment. But when her sister, a globe-trotting photographer, needs a little R&R after a rough trip, Marin agrees to accompany her to the island of Saba for a spa weekend. Then, not only does her sister miss the flight, but Marin's luggage gets lost and a bout of turbulence flings her into the lap of a handsome stranger. When she gets to the island, she's worried she'll have to explore alone, but she runs into Mr. Handsome himself and he helps her realize what she's been missing — both in terms of traveling and falling in love. Set in a slice of paradise, this story is about getting out of your comfort zone and taking risks in life...and in love." —Shyla Watson
Get it from Bookshop for $14.72, Target for $13.59, or Amazon for $13.59.
 Credit: Swoon Reads, Atheneum, G.P. Putnam's Sons Lost in the Never Woods by Aiden Thomas (Swoon Reads) "Thomas pens a Peter Pan retelling that explores grief, loss, and, of course, growing up. Wendy's younger brothers Michael and John disappeared in the woods five years ago and since then, Wendy, her mother, and her father have been struggling. But then Peter, a boy she vaguely remembers, returns to Wendy's life revealing that other missing children in town could meet the same fate as her brothers..." —Farrah Penn
Get it from Bookshop for $17.47, Target for $15.79, or Amazon for $15.79
Your Heart, My Sky by Margarita Engle (Atheneum Books for Young Readers) "Liana and Amado are two Cuban teens living through el período especial en tiempos de paz. Risking government retribution, Liana skips a summer of "volunteer" farm labor. A chance encounter leads her to Amado, who also refuses to comply, and their feelings for each other begin to bloom." —Rachel Strolle
Get it from Bookshop for $17.46, Target for $16.99, or Amazon for $16.99
Flamefall by Rosaria Munda (G.P. Putnam's Sons Books for Young Readers) "This stellar sequel to Fireborne starts as the Dragonlords, who are eager to reclaim their city, are on their way to the Dragonriders. While Annie is serving as the new Firstrider (and public enemy number one), Lee is struggling to choose whether to support Annie or join a group of radicals." —Rachel Strolle
Get it from Bookshop for $18.39, Target for $16.29, or Amazon for $16.21
Now in paperback: The Book of Longings by Sue Monk Kidd: In first-century Galilee, a curious, ambitious, rebellious young woman named Ana is raised by a wealthy family but defies their expectations. When she meets an 18-year-old Jesus, both are drawn to each other’s ideas and spirits, and they eventually marry.
The Animals at Lockwood Manor by Jane Healey: “OK, THIS IS SO FUN! In this neo-gothic, deliciously creepy, female-centric, fresh spin on the classic World War II novel (about time!), Hettie is in charge of the taxidermy mammal collection stored at the British Museum of Natural History. Upon transporting the exhibit to a country manor to protect it from the impending Blitz, the stuffed animals seem to move around of their own accord... And what of the lovely yet nervy Lucy Lockwood? Is Hettie falling for her charms?” —Anna Garceau, Savoy Bookshop & Cafe (38 Great Books To Read This Summer, Recommended By Our Favorite Indie Booksellers)
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