The Scandalous Confessions Of Lydia Bennet, Witch

This murder mystery set among the idle rich looks like a proper page-turner. Death in the Air is Ram Murali's debut novel, a murder mystery set in a luxury wellness retreat in the French Alps. The BookXcess listing shows a steep markdown from the normal retail price, making it a strong pick for mystery readers. Check the exact edition, stock status and delivery charges before ordering.

This cocktail book pairs true-crime stories with drinks — perfect for my weekend reading. It is a hardcover cocktail and mocktail book from the hosts of the Criminalia podcast, currently priced at RM29.90 against a RM150.00 list price. The offer is strong for a themed recipe book with history notes. Check stock and edition details, and note that BookXcess copies may carry a remainder mark.

This one sounds like a powerful multi-generational read from a PEN Award-winning author. A Council of Dolls is a novel by Mona Susan Power following three generations of Yanktonai Dakota women. It was longlisted for the National Book Award, and this listing is for a new copy from BookXcess. Check the edition and stock status before ordering, and factor in delivery time if you need it soon.

Historical fiction fans, this one looks dark, rich and very hard to put down. A New York Times Editors' Choice novel from the author of The Manningtree Witches, set during the French Revolution and inspired by a peasant boy turned showman consumed by his appetite. Shortlisted for the Dylan Thomas Prize and widely praised by reviewers for its prose. Sold by BookXcess, so expect a brand-new copy — though remainder stock from this store sometimes carries a small mark on the page edges. Check the listing to confirm whether it is the hardcover or paperback edition before ordering.