We take a look at some of the books being published this month….
Babylonia by Costanza Casati: from the author of Clytemnestra comes this new mythological excursion into ancient history as Casati reimagines the rise to power of the Assyrian empire’s only female ruler, Semiramis. This is the author’s second novel and is available to buy now.
Resolution by Irvine Welsh: published on the 11th July, this new novel from the author of Trainspotting is the third installment of his CRIME series and follows now-former detective Ray Lennox as he makes a connection between an eminent local and a group of missing foster care boys as he embarks upon a new life in Brighton.
The Black Bird Oracle by Deborah Harkness: this latest instalment in the All Souls series sees readers returning to the world of Diana and Matthew as they face a brand new test when they receive a formal demand from the Congregation. This new instalment is set to be published on the 16th July.
The Book of Elsewhere by Keanu Reeves and China Mieville: published on the 23rd July, this new novel is inspired by the world of the BRZRKR comic books. It follows the story of the warrior simply known as ‘B’ and he wants to be able to die….
By Emma Clarendon