Recommendations

Book releases to look out for:

• Threads That Bind by Kika Hatzopoulou

Detective fiction meets Greek mythology. In an exciting world where children inherit the power of their godly parents, mystery and fantasy combine as a descendant of the Fates solves a series of murders.

• The Shadow Cabinet by Juno Dawson (sequel to Her Majesty's Royal Coven)

After the ups and downs of the first novel in the series, we must reimage everything we thought we knew about the coven and witches. With humour, darkness, and suspense, what will unfold next for these childhood friends?

• The Surviving Sky by Kritika H. Rao (debut novel)

Inspired by aspects of Hinduism, this break-out novel balances elements of 'fantasy to sci-fi, dystopian to futuristic and even eco-fiction' (Fantasy Hive 2022). From the setting to the characters, Rao has a unique sense we hope to see in more publications.

• The First Bright Thing by J.R. Dawson (debut novel)

Another fantastic debut this year. Melding romance, magic, and time-travel, following a ring-master as he battles with his past, this historical fantasy is a must-read for Caraval and The Night Circus fans.