Books Out in 2026
A NOTE:
A HUGE THANK YOU to Net Galley for allowing me this opportunity to read books in advance. These books were given to me for an honest and voluntary review. These books listed below are in by release date and not by order of preference.
Wreck Your Heart
Written by Lori Rader-Day
Publishing January 6, 2026
A rough around the edges leading lady named Doll Devine finds herself involved in a murder mystery after her estranged mother reappears in her life. I found this novel, engaging and fun with an unapologetically fierce leading lady.
Missing Sam
Written by Thrity Umriga
Publishing January 27, 2026.
Married couple Aliya and Sam ended the night with a heated argument. Sam goes for a run early the next morning to clear her head and does not return. You know the spouse is usually the perp. Aliya must prove herself innocent, keep hope that her wife is alive and safe, while keeping herself out of harm’s way.
To Kill a Cook
Written by W.M. Akers
Publishing February 3, 2026
To Kill a Cook written by W.M. Akers was a fast-paced murder mystery. Centered around a quick-witted New Yorker named Bernice Black. She seemingly has it all- a job writing about food, a fiancé and working to be the greatest stepmother of the year. The restaurant world knows her as BB Black food critic. When she is tasked with hosting a birthday party for her husband to be, she stops by her all-time favorite restaurant of friend and mentor chef Laurent Tirel. Laurent's is the place to be...or is it? When she walks into the legendary kitchen she finds more than she bargained for. For the world-renowned chef's severed head is found in a mold of aspic...giving meat jelly a whole new meaning.
The Final Problem
Written by Arturo Perez-Reverte
Publishing February 10, 2026
June 1960, a washed up has been actor puts on his detective hat when a death happens on the island of Utakos, Greece.
Messenger Cat Cafe
Written by Nagi Shimeno
Publishing February 17, 2026
Heart warming tale about Fuuta the tabby cat who take a job in a café as a messenger cat. Bringing together souls who wish to meet in order to get back to his person in the living.
Murder Will Out
Written by Jennifer K. Breedlove
Publishing February 17, 2026
Willow is brought back to this picturesque town of Little North Island, to visit her aunt. What she discovers may be the death of her.
The mystery within the mystery and wrapped nicely in a cozy way. If a book could be the perfect definition of cozy this, was it.
How to Get Away with Murder
Written by Rebecca Philipson
Publishing February 24, 2026
A Scotland Yard detective is trying to find the author of a self-help book that promises quite literally to teach readers how to get away with murder.
Duel points of view, twists, and enjoyable ending.
The Sisters of Book Row
Written by Shelley Noble
Publishing March 3, 2026
Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.
Turn off the Light
Written by Jacquie Walters
Publishing March 3, 2026
Claire returns home to care for her father. Edith is a healer and a woman of knowledge. Centuries apart these two women have to rely on each other to survive whatever is lurking in the darkness.
You Should Have Been Nicer to My Mom
Written by Vincent Tirado
Publishing March 10, 2026
A slow burn, gothic horror telenovela. When Papi Ramon passes away, the Abreu family comes together to hear the reading of the will. Can Xiomara survive the rest of the family for the next 12 hours?
Killing Me Softly
Written by Sandie Jones
Publishing March 31, 2026
A seemingly perfect couple is on top of the world. Charlie is an upcoming next best chef in the culinary scene and Freya is at the top of the charity leading fundraiser lady.
It all comes crashing down when the police knock on the door inquiring about their car. Which has been invovled in a hit and run.
Is everything what it seems? Or is there something sinister at hand. Can Charlie and Freya withstand the tragedy?
Dark is When the Devil Comes
Written by Daisy Pearce
Publishing April 28, 2026
Hazel comes back to her small town in the English countryside. Where the town knows to avoid the woods at all costs. What goes in…doesn’t come out. Something isn’t adding up when Hazel bails on her sister Cathy.
By the List:
Wreck Your Heart by Lori Rader-Day January 6 ,2026.
Missing Sam by Thrity Umrigar publishing January 27, 2026.
To Kill a Cook by W. M. Akers publishing February 03, 2026.
The Final Problem by Arturo Perez-Reverte publishing February 10, 2026.
Messenger Cat Café by Nagi Shimeno publishing February 17, 2026.
Murder Will Out by Jennifer K. Breedlove publishing February 17, 2026.
How to Get Away with Murder by Rebecca Philipson publishing February 24, 2026.
The Sisters of Book Row by Shelley Noble publishing March 3, 2026.
Turn off the Light by Jacquie Walters publishing March 3, 2026.
You Should Have Been Nicer to My Mom by Vincent Tirado publishing March 10, 2026.
Killing Me Softly by Sandie Jones publishing March 31, 2026.
Dark is When the Devil Comes by Daisy Pearce publishing April 28, 2026.