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This was kind of a tough one for me because I tend to read more series than anything. And, because I’m a creature of habit, I tend to continue those series rather than seek something new out. However, I have read some pretty good debut novels recently, several of them leading me to new series.
Arsenic and Adobo by Mia P. Manansala. I love cozy mysteries but food themed ones are my favorite. Lots of strong, family connections in this story.
A Spell for Trouble by Esme Addison. Another cozy, but this time paranormal. Bonus: mermaids and magic!
Magic, Lies, and Deadly Pies by Misha Popp. Okay, so maybe I read more cozy mysteries than I thought, because here we have another. More magic, but with pies this time!
Legends & Lattes by Travis Baldree. I didn’t even know that cozy fantasy was a genre until I picked up this book. And now? I need to read them all. This, and it’s sequel, Bookshops & Bonedust, is one of the best books I’ve read this year.
The Fields by Erin Young. A mystery/police procedural that was both graphic and intense. There is a bit of brutality in this one, however, so if you’re sensitive, you might want to pass. But I am anxious for the next in the series.
Off the Air by Christina Estes. A local reporter looking into the murder of a radio personality uncovers something much larger than a murder. I really enjoyed this one, despite the main character really losing her way at one point in the book.
Twenty-Seven Minutes by Ashley Tate. A twisty psychological thriller told in two timelines. I love stories about small towns with a secret and this fit the bill for me.
The Hacienda by Isabel Cañas. In an effort to read more diverse authors, I found this. And while I had never thought to intentionally seek out Mexican gothic horror, it’s now one of my favorite genres. Her follow up novel, The Vampires of El Norte, is fantastic as well.
The Sanatorium by Sarah Pearse. Another type of theme I like is stories set in old mental institutions, hospitals, etc. So, this was right up my alley. Really intense and gripping. This is a fantastic series with a new book due out next month.
Sign Here by Claudia Lux. A different sort of horror novel, this deals with the bureaucracy in Hell and how it affects those of us still on the mortal plane.
What debut novels have you read and loved?
I liked Legends & Lattes way more than I thought I would. I need to read more cozy fantasy.
It was such a good book! I really hope he writes more because I need more Viv in my life.
A great looking list. I struggled this week as I don’t tend to take much notice of whether or not it is an author’s first book.
I need to read more Sarah Pearse. I read The Sanatorium and enjoyed it.
Have a great week!
I had the same issue! I had to knock a couple off my list when I realized they didn’t fit. Oops!
Bureacracy in hell? Good lord, they made it WORSE?
Indeed they did! Hell is apparently very corporate. 😀
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I didn’t realize The Sanatorium was a debut!! This is a great list, thanks so much for linking me to it!
It was such a good book! And you’re very welcome, I hope you found something good! 😀
A Spell for Trouble needs to go to my tbr
It’s a really good series, I hope you love it.
I loved Legends & Lattes too!
It was so much fun!
I’ve been wanting to read Arsenic and Adobo – I really need to make time to do so!
I hope you can find the time to read it, I really enjoyed it.
I don’t think I recognize any of these author names. I tend to stick with favorite authors, BUT I do like giving a chance to a new author that sounds like a good read, and when they end up being good, it’s always lovely. 🙂 Thanks so much for visiting my website today!
I can totally understand that – any more, it’s safer to stick to what you know. Hoping you found something that might intrigue you today. 🙂
I’m a big fan of the Magic, Lies, and Deadly Pies books.
I loved the first one and really need to catch up on the series.
I haven’t read any of these yet, but quite a few are on my TBR. I’m glad to hear that you loved them. 😀 Thanks for stopping by my blog.
Yay! I hope you enjoy them when you get a chance to read them.
I’ve read Arsenic and Adobo and loved it!
It was really good. I need to catch up on the series now.
Interesting selections. I’ve only read The Sanatorium
Thanks! I’ve really enjoyed both books in that series so far.
I enjoyed reading Arsenic & Adobo and Legends & Lattes.
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They were both really good!
I enjoyed Legends & Lattes. Cosy fantasy is definitely a vibe.
Seriously! I didn’t expect to love it like I did.
I considered Legends & Lattes for my list, I ended up having too many to choose from. I’m seeing The Hacienda on a number of lists. Thanks for the recommendations!
Legends & Lattes has been one of my favorite books this year. The Hacienda is a great gothic-like ghost story. Hope you love them both if you read them.
There are so many lists this week where I haven’t read a single book or even know the name of the authors. Like yours. Looks like we have a different reading taste. But at least you read one of mine.
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I had a similar experience this week, too. So many new authors and books I’d never heard of before.
I loved Legends & Lattes and am always thrilled to see it on lists! Great pick!
It’s seriously one of the best books I’ve read this year! Thank you!
I’m so glad you enjoyed The Hacienda. Truly a wonderful debut.
It really was, she has such a lovely writing voice, too. Vampires of El Norte was really good, too. I’m a fan.
This is a great list! I adored a bunch of the cozies that you listed – Magic, Lies, and Deadly Pies was such a fun read, along with Legends and Lattes. It’s obviously time I checked out some of the other reads on this list too, since we seem to have a lot of overlap in our cozy preferences, at least!
Thank you! I loved Magic, Lies, and Deadly Pies and really need to get caught up with the series soon. If you read nothing else, check out the sequel to Legends & Lattes – it’s actually a prequel about Viv’s life before she opens the coffee shop. It’s fun! And yay – love finding people with similar tastes.
Legend and Lattes and most cozy fantasy is so great.