Show your shelf some love and shop these new releases this February. Scroll through this month's highlights for fiction that dazzled, non-fiction that inspired, poignant debuts and more.

LoveReading's February 2025 Fiction Books of the Month

Locked room mysteries, heart-rending secrets and action-packed historical adventures can be found amongst our February Books of the Month, take a look at why we loved each of them. 

The Paris Dancer by Nicola Rayner - "A beautifully emotional and compelling novel which was inspired by the true story of a Jewish ballroom dancer in Paris during the Second World War."

The Book of Love by Kelly Link - "This LoveReading Star Book contains a unique and unforgettably beautiful blend of magic realism which is set (mostly) within a small Massachusetts town."

The Women by Kristin Hannah - "Loss, love, sacrifice and survival — this powerful novel explores the Vietnam war era and the oft-overlooked, pivotal role American women played in saving lives."

Blue Sisters by Coco Mellors - "A dazzling book about loss, grief, addiction and sisterhood. Oh the sisterhood. A star of stars."

Hunted by Abir Mukherjee - "An intelligent, thrilling, firecracker of a read set during presidential elections in the USA and deep-diving into the reasons behind a suicide bombing."

The Quick and the Dead by Emma Hinds - "A dark alchemy slices into this action-packed and original historical adventure set in 1597 with devastating results, ensuring it sits as a LoveReading Star Book."

Undefeated by Gillie Basson - "Sparked by the true story of London's first female bare-knuckle prize fighter, this brilliant novel blazes with survival, sisterhood and surprising bonds of love."

LoveReading's February 2025 Non-Fiction Books of the Month

This month we have a trio of non-fiction books to inspire British adventures and fascinating stories about the god-father of motor racing and people who sit outside the norm. Read more and scroll to the bottom to order.

Enzo Ferrari by Luca Dal Monte - "A detailed account of the extraordinary life of the godfather of motor-racing"

Mavericks by Jenny Draper - "Absolutely fascinating, this book focuses on 24 true stories about people who sit outside of the norm, from the politically astute, to the courageously brave, to a thief and liar, all however, are mavericks."

Walk Britain by Elise Downing - "Inspirational Great British walks aided by public transport and fuelled by adventure!"

LoveReading's February 2025 Debuts of the Month

This February find a new author to fall in love with. These debut recommendations are poignant, richly imagined, striking and twisty books from across the genres. Click to read our expert reviews and see why we loved them. 

The Storm We Made by Vanessa Chan - "Teeming with heart-rending secrets, divided loyalties, decisions that devastate through time, and bonds that can’t be broken, Vanessa Chan’s The Storm We Made debut is at once an un-put-down-able family saga, and a poignant portrayal of the brutalities of war."

The House of Broken Bricks by Fiona Williams - "Recommended as a LoveReading Star Book, this debut novel emotionally connects with heart and soul while traversing the difficulties of living within a family fractured by grief."

Capitana by Cassandra James - "A swashbuckling, richly-imagined piratical adventure shot-through with personal conflict and themes of imperialism."

Slum Boy by Juano Diaz - "This haunting novel-like memoir about an extraordinary journey from childhood neglect to finding strength as an adult reveals how we have the power to escape the cards we’re dealt."

The Voices by Natalie Chandler - "Trapped in her own body in a vegetative state, criminal psychiatrist Tamsin Shaw tries to solve her own mystery using only the voices who visit her. "

Needy Little Things by Channelle Desamours - "A strikingly original twisty psychic thriller unveiling important issues of social injustice and racism."

You Are Fatally Invited by Ande Pliego - "A sinister masterclass of a locked room mystery from the mind of the man who wrote the book on murder."

Spitting Gold by Carmella Lowkis - "Family secrets cannot be buried, even after death, in this queer gothic novel about sister mediums in 1866 Paris"

LoveReading's February 2025 Liz Robinson's Picks of the Month

Liz Robinson's recommendations are one of our monthly highlights. We love to see which books have caught her eye. This month we have a new series from Elly Griffiths, a special slice of speculative fiction, an eloquent and vitally important non-fiction read on racism and more. Scroll and discover why Liz chose each title.  

Death of the Author by Nnedi Okorafor - "This LoveReading Star Book is sparklingly clever and oh-so readable, focusing on one member of a bright and bustling family as she writes a novel that turns her life upside down."

The Frozen People by Elly Griffiths - "This new series is one to grab with both hands, its fabulous balance of contemporary crime blended with time travel feels entirely and wonderfully possible!"

The Science of Racism by Keon West - "Whatever your thoughts on contemporary racism, this illuminating book written with eloquence and scientific reasoning is absolutely fascinating and a vitally important read."

LoveReading's February 2025 Star Books

We have a bumper list of new Star Books as 2025 continues to deliver some fantastic titles. With brand new books and paperback releases, there's already a rich variety of recommendations to choose from. Click to explore our Star Books category.