New Book Releases: July 27, 2021

Each week, I’ll catalog the biggest and most exciting adult and YA fiction — and the occasional nonfiction — coming out that Tuesday.

THE SECOND SEASON, Emily Adrian. In a novel evoking the career of Doris Burke, a successful NBA announcer makes a startling personal discovery during an important game, forcing her to reconsider her future. This sensitive, warm, and funny book is one of my favorites of 2021. “Even the sports-averse will be caught up in the drama,” writes Publisher’s Weekly. Bookshop.

A SONG EVERLASTING, Ha Jin. A musician faces spiraling consequences when he performs at a party for Taiwanese secessionists. “Impressive and touching,” writes the Boston Globe. Aggregated critical reviews, Bookshop.

THEY’LL NEVER CATCH US, Jessica Goodman. In this riveting YA thriller, two sisters — both exceptional long-distance runners — must contend with the mysterious death of their mutual friend in their town that’s already been plagued with multiple runner deaths. “A deftly layered sports thriller populated with fierce girls,” writes Kirkus. Read an excerpt here. Bookshop.