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16 Best Books To Read in July

FICTION

HAMNET

by Maggie O'Farrell

A gripping drama of the conflict between love and destiny. Full review >

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THRILLER & SUSPENSE

THE ONLY GOOD INDIANS

by Stephen Graham Jones

Jones hits his stride with a smart story of social commentary—it’s scary good. Full review >

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FICTION

THE SON OF GOOD FORTUNE

by Lysley Tenorio

A masterfully constructed story of identity and ambition and an authentic portrait of one unforgettable Filipino family. Full review >

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NONFICTION

FATHOMS

by Rebecca Giggs

A thoughtful, ambitiously crafted appeal for the preservation of marine mammals. Full review >

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NONFICTION

PAYING THE LAND

by Joe Sacco ; illustrated by Joe Sacco

A startling depiction of an Indigenous people struggling to remain true to their traditions. Yet another triumph for Sacco. Full review >

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TEENS & YOUNG ADULT

THIS IS MY AMERICA

by Kim Johnson

Harrowing and worthwhile; a call-to-action from the anti-racist insights of a generation of Black activists. Full review >

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TEENS & YOUNG ADULT

A PECULIAR PERIL

by Jeff VanderMeer

Absolutely blonkers; giddiness-inducing for the most open-minded of readers. Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

THE MAGIC ERASER

by Aaron Starmer ; illustrated by Courtney La Forest

A laugh-out-loud tour de force; readers will be eager for the sequel. Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

THE MAYFLOWER

by Kate Messner ; illustrated by Dylan Meconis

Critical, respectful, engaging: exemplary history for children. Full review >

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