Publishing traditionally slows down at the end of the year, but dont worry, book nerds!
If youre a romance reader, youre in for a treat.
Below, the most anticipated books of December 2021.
We only include products that have been independently selected by Bustle’s editorial team.
1
Read Between the Lines
Dec. 1
Rosie and Jane have a lot in common.
One is an independent bookseller who runs the store her mother founded.
The other works in her familys property development firm by day, and writes high-heat romances by night.
Theres just one problem: Janes family business is kicking Rosies store to the curb.
Mumbi knows this rule as well as anyone.
4
The Righteous
Dec. 7
The fourth installment of Renee Ahdiehs Beautiful quartet is finally hitting stores.
No one ever comes into the fold, and no one ever leaves.
So why has Theo found a long-abandoned truck in the woods?
And what do his wife and sister-in-law know that he doesnt?
After she begins the process of selling her longtime home, Renu begins chatting with an ex-lover.
Now, with her country in shambles, she delves deep into the mystery of her banishment.
18
Oh, the Pics That You’ll Post!
Oh The Pics That You’ll Postis an irreverent, millennial take on the Dr. Seuss.
As always, Genevieve Cogman delivers a romp through time and space.
While shes traveling across the Atlantic, an assassin strikes.
The attack is meant for Puri, but its her husband, Cristobal, who is killed.
