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Have you made a Fall 2024 TBR? It’s always exciting to begin a new reading season!

Top Ten Tuesday: 10 Books on My Fall 2024 TBR

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I’m linking up today with That Artsy Reader Girl: Top Ten Tuesday: 10 Books on My Fall 2024 TBR.

What is your most anticipated fall read?

With all the books that are on my radar on a given day, it’s nice to pick out a few for an official TBR. Ten still leaves room for library holds that come in, occasional ARCs, or some mood reading. Do you have a “most anticipated” fall read? I always look forward to Novellas in November and Nonfiction November in the fall.

One question you may ask is “Are these spooky reads or thrillers?” Many readers have differing opinions of what comprises a fall read: some want spooky, some look for atmospheric, some seek out thrillers, while others like to tackle large tomes or nonfiction during the fall when they are spending more time sitting by the fire. It’s my opinion that any book you read in the fall is a fall read. For my fall reads, I look for the types of books I look for all year: memorable, thought-provoking, and unputdownable. So the answer to the question is NO….no thrillers or spooky reads because I’m too susceptible to nightmares.

Keep in mind that I’m not yet recommending the books on my official fall TBR list…..check back often, though, because I will provide updates and links to reviews as I read them. For now, these are the reads that are receiving priority on my fall 2024 reading radar.

Find my Summer 2024 TBR update here. I read 10/10.

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Fall 2024 TBR

The Muse of Maiden Lane by Mimi Matthews (cover)

The Muse of Maiden Lane by Mimi Matthews

Genre: Historical Fiction; Regency Romance
Why: I have enjoyed this series (especially The Belle of Belgrave Square), and I want to read installment #4 (all stand-alone stories) Pub Date: 11/19/24

***UPDATE: 4 Stars. I love this series! My full review of Muse of Maiden Lane here.

You are Here by David Nicholls (cover)

You Are Here by David Nicholls

Genre: Contemporary Literary Fiction
Why: It’s $2.99 on Kindle (at the moment) via Amazon and I recently read an intriguing review.

***UPDATE: 4 Stars. Lovely writing. Character-driven. Not reviewed.

Poles Apart by Anna and Jacqui Burns (cover)

Poles Apart by Anna and Jacqui Burns

Genre: Women’s Contemporary Fiction
Why: Recommended by NIcki @ The Secret Library Book Blog

***UPDATE: 4 Stars. Multigenerational friendships. Not reviewed.

The Grey Wolf by Louise Penny

The Grey Wolf by Louise Penny

Genre: Detective Fiction; Mystery
Why: I’m an Inspector Gamache/Three Pines completist. I haven’t been thrilled with the last three installments so I’m waiting to read some reviews before I fully commit to this one. Pub Date: 10/29/2024

***UPDATE: 4 Stars. Threats of terrorism. Review coming soon

The Great Hippomotamus Hotel by Alexander McCall Smith

The Great Hippopotamus Hotel by Alexander McCall Smith (#25)

Genre: Contemporary Fiction; Diverse Read
Why: I’m a No. 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency completist (all stand-alone stories) and I can never resist the new installment (even though the series is getting tired). Pub Date: 10/15/2024

***UPDATE: 3.5 Stars. A quiet read that is a bit better than the last few installments. Not reviewed.

A Love Letter to Paris by Rebecca Raisin

A Love Letter to Paris by Rebecca Raisin

Genre: Contemporary Women’s Fiction
WHY: I loved Christmas at the Little Paris Hotel and want to read more by the author. Recommended by Carla @ Carla Loves to Read.

***UPDATE: 3 Stars. Fans of Paris settings will enjoy Raisin’s stories. Not reviewed.

Heroes by Alan Gratz (cover)

Heroes by Alan Gratz

Genre: Middle Grade/Young Adult Historical Fiction
WHY: I haven’t read enough MG this year and I love Gratz (The Refugee)

***UPDATE: 5 Stars. Loved this gritty WWII (Pearl Harbor) MG story of survival, bravery, prejudice, and friendship.

The Irish Family Secret by Daisy O'Shea (cover)

The Irish Family Secret by Daisy O’Shea

Genre: Contemporary Women’s Fiction
WHY: I have read the first two books in this stand-alone series and I look forward to reading the next (last?) installment.

***UPDATE: 4 Stars. I’ve enjoyed this Irish series which offers a strong sense of place and complicated family drama. My review of Irish Family Secret here.

I’m Looking for a Novella Rec!

I need some novella recs for Novellas in November. Anyone???

***UPDATE: 5 Stars. Fredrik Backman to the rescue! He posted a FREE short story for Amazon Prime Members in November. My review of The Answer is No here.

I’m Looking For a Nonfiction Rec!

I need a thoughtful memoir or narrative nonfiction for Nonfiction November. Anyone?

***UPDATE: I ended up reading The Boys of Riverside by Thomas Fuller. (journalistic nonfiction) Deaf culture and football champions. (Amazon best fiction of the year award) Review coming soon.

QOTD!

What’s on your Fall TBR?
What is your one most anticipated read this fall?

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20 comments

  3. Looks like a great list, Carol, and I hope you enjoy them all. Thanks for the shout out, I hope you enjoy A Love Letter to Paris. I have the Daisy O’Shea book on my TBR, but it will be my first by her. Off to put my list together.

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  4. I’m not very good at checking back in and saying which books on my TBR lists I’d actually recommend. I should work on that! 🙂

    Most of the novellas I’ve read lately are horror or otherwise a bit scary. (Not gory generally, but scary!) Can I assume that is not a genre you’re into? I hope you get a lot of novella suggestions either way. I’m always on the hunt for more of them. 🙂

    Here is my Top Ten Tuesday.

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  5. The Irish Family Secret looks good. My family actually discovered a new relative we didn’t know existed after doing those genetic tests. It’s amazing how many old secrets such things can reveal.

    Here is our Top Ten Tuesday.

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  6. Nice list! Mimi Matthews’ books look so fun. I really need to try them soon. I’m also a big fan of the Armand Gamache series, although I’m behind in it. The O’Shea series sounds fantastic. I hadn’t heard of it before, so thanks for the heads-up.

    For narrative nonfiction, have you read EMPTY MANSIONS by Bill Dedman? It’s narrative nonfiction and really fascinating. I made my husband read it so I’d have someone to discuss it with. He enjoyed it as well and we’ve had some great conversations about it.

    Happy TTT!

    Susan
    http://www.blogginboutbooks.com

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  8. Hi, Carol – Thank you for these Autumn Read recommendations. My favourite novellas include: The Old Man and the Sea, The Call of the Wild, The Pearl, Cannery Row, The Little Prince, Heart of Darkness and A Christmas Carol. All diverse, all very compact, all with much to say!

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    • That’s true! I can turn to classics! I’m continually disappointed with so many of the new releases. Thanks for the inspiration! Old Man and the Sea is my husband’s fav maybe I can convince him to reread it with me!

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