4 great novels to keep you busy during the holidays

When the holiday rolls around, it’s only natural to want to spend as much time with your friends and family doing the things you love. However, for those lazy Sunday afternoons or those quiet weekday nights, there’s nothing quite like a gripping novel to keep you motivated throughout the week. Moreover, reading is a great way to expand your vocabulary and engage in both creative and critical thinking. If you’re looking for a great fiction novel to relax to, check out some of the below titles.

The Mirror and the Light by Hilary Mantel

For historical fiction fans, Mantel’s concluding chapter to her acclaimed trilogy documenting the life of Thomas Cromwell represents one of the most anticipated book releases. Published in March 2020, the novel has been receiving rave reviews from critics.

Normal People by Sally Rooney

With the release of the new BBC television adaptation, Sally Rooney’s Normal People has become an international bestseller. Published in 2018, the novel sold almost 64 000 copies in its first four months and was even longlisted for the Man Booker Prize that same year.

The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes by Suzanne Collins

Released in May 2020, Suzanne Collins newest publication is a prequel to her globally successful book trilogy, The Hunger Games. The novel centres on protagonist, Coriolanus Snow, who would eventually emerge as the main antagonist in the primary trilogy.

The Glass Hotel by Emily St. John Mandel

The fifth novel to be published by Emily St. John Mandel, The Glass Hotel follows the aftermath of a graffiti incident at Vancouver Island hotel. The episode subsequently reveals and causes the collapse of an international Ponzi scheme, primarily inspired by the crimes of Bernie Madoff.