March ushers in longer days, fresh beginnings, and the perfect excuse to dive into a new book. Whether you're eager to read outdoors or still curled up inside, this month's new releases have something for everyone. Thrill-seekers can devour the latest from Freida McFadden and James Patterson, while literary fiction fans will be drawn to new works from Karen Russell, Chris Bohjalian, and Colum McCann. And for those ready to embrace spring, Martha Stewart’s Gardening Handbook offers expert tips to help your garden bloom.
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Ward D by Freida McFadden
Spending the night on a locked psychiatric ward was Amy Brenner’s worst fear—now it might be her last.
Medical student Amy dreads her overnight shift on Ward D, a secure inpatient unit she hoped to avoid for reasons no one can ever know. But as the night unfolds, patients and staff begin disappearing, and Amy realizes something sinister is lurking behind the locked doors. Trapped in a nightmare, she must uncover the truth before she becomes the next to vanish. This taut, locked room thriller from #1 New York Times bestseller McFadden will make you want to leave the light on. Available 3/4.
Far From Home by Danielle Steel
As World War II rages, one woman’s life is shattered—and survival means reinventing herself.
In 1944, Arielle von Auspeck arrives at the Hotel Ritz in occupied Paris, awaiting her husband, Gregor. But when she learns he was executed for plotting to assassinate Hitler, she’s forced to flee under a false identity. Hiding in a Normandy village, she meets Sebastien Renaud, a Resistance forger grieving his own family’s loss. As war threatens to consume everything, Arielle and Sebastien risk everything to fight for freedom—and for the chance to reunite with those they love. Available 3/4.
The Jackal's Mistress by Chris Bohjalian
A Confederate woman faces an impossible choice—save an enemy’s life or risk everything for the husband she may never see again.
Virginia, 1864: With her husband missing and her land caught between warring armies, Libby Steadman struggles to survive. When she discovers a gravely wounded Union officer abandoned nearby, she must decide—leave him to die or risk treason by saving him. Nursing Captain Jonathan Weybridge back to health could cost her everything, but it may also be her only chance to learn if her husband is still alive.
Inspired by a true story, The Jackal’s Mistress is a powerful tale of love, survival, and sacrifice in the heart of the Civil War. Available 3/11.
The Antidote by Karen Russell
A dust storm rips through Uz, Nebraska, but the town was already crumbling—buried under the weight of the Great Depression, long-held secrets, and violent histories.
On Black Sunday, five lives collide: a “Prairie Witch” who holds people’s memories in her body, a Polish wheat farmer with a blessing-turned-curse, his orphaned niece fleeing grief, a talkative scarecrow, and a New Deal photographer whose time-traveling camera threatens to expose the town’s past—and its fate.
A sweeping, surreal epic from Pulitzer finalist Karen Russell, The Antidote is a haunting meditation on memory, loss, and the histories we try to bury. Available 3/11.
The Writer by James Patterson and J.D. Barker
NYPD Detective Declan Shaw is called to a luxury apartment at The Beresford on Central Park West. A woman stands covered in blood. A body lies on the floor.
Every book on the towering shelves is by the same author—bestselling true-crime writer Denise Morrow. Shaw turns to the woman. “You’re a writer?”
Only one person knows how this story ends. Is it the victim or the killer? Available 3/17.
The Paris Express by Emma Donoghue
A runaway train. A moment in history. A cast of strangers whose lives will collide.
Inspired by the infamous 1895 Montparnasse train disaster, The Paris Express follows a diverse group of passengers racing toward Paris. Among them: a medical student desperate to save a life, a secretary championing the future of film, an anarchist with a deadly plan, and parliament members rushing to cast a crucial vote. As politics, ambition, and fate intertwine, their journey hurtles toward an unforgettable moment captured in history.
Emma Donoghue delivers a vivid, propulsive novel that captures the chaos and energy of the 19th century. Available 3/18.
The Summer Guests by Tess Gerritsen
From New York Times bestselling author Tess Gerritsen comes a chilling follow-up to The Spy Coast, plunging the Martini Club into the search for a missing teen—with a startling connection to their own pasts. Maggie Bird thought she left danger behind when she retired to Purity, Maine—until her past caught up with her. Now, with the help of her ex-CIA book club, she’s forged an uneasy alliance with local police chief Jo Thibodeau. But when a teenager vanishes and Maggie’s neighbor becomes the prime suspect, she steps in to prove his innocence. Then, a decades-old corpse surfaces, linking the two cases in ways no one expected.
With secrets unraveling and lives at stake, Maggie and the Martini Club must uncover the truth—before it’s too late. Available 3/18.
The Story She Left Behind by Patti Callaghan Henry
A lost mother. A legendary book. A daughter’s search for the truth.
In 1927, Clara Harrington’s world shatters when her mother, renowned author Bronwyn Newcastle Fordham, vanishes off the South Carolina coast—leaving behind an unfinished sequel to her groundbreaking novel written in an invented language.
By 1952, Clara is an illustrator and mother when a stranger claims to have discovered a dictionary of her mother’s lost language. Skeptical but desperate for answers, she travels to London with her daughter, arriving just as the Great Smog descends. Seeking refuge in the Lake District, Clara must summon the courage to uncover the secrets of her mother’s disappearance—and the story she left behind.
A sweeping tale of mystery, legacy, and the enduring bond between mothers and daughters, The Story She Left Behind is Patti Callahan Henry at her finest. Available 3/18.
Lethal Prey by John Sandford
A cold case turns red hot when Lucas Davenport and Virgil Flowers hunt a killer who’s been hiding in plain sight for 20 years, in this latest thriller from #1 New York Times bestselling author John Sandford.
Doris Grandfelt was brutally murdered, but her killer was never found. Now, her twin sister Lara—facing a terminal diagnosis—offers a $5 million reward, flooding true-crime sites with the case file. As bloggers swarm for clues, Lucas and Virgil are called in to sift through the chaos.
When a key piece of evidence surfaces, they begin closing in—but the killer is watching, staying one step ahead. And as they dig deeper into Doris’s past, they may be the next to end up buried. Available 3/25.
Martha Stewart's Gardening Handbook by Martha Stewart
Martha Stewart’s first comprehensive gardening guide in over 30 years is the ultimate resource for cultivating a thriving garden. Packed with expert advice, Martha Stewart’s Gardening Handbook covers everything from soil composition and plant hardiness zones to watering techniques and garden design. Whether you’re growing flowers, vegetables, herbs, or succulents, Martha shares essential tips for selecting the healthiest plants and creating a stunning outdoor space.
Filled with practical wisdom, beautiful images (many from Martha’s own gardens), and step-by-step guidance, this must-have manual is perfect for both seasoned gardeners and beginners alike. As Martha likes to say, gardening is a never-ending opportunity for growth. Available 3/18.
Twist by Colum McCann
A fractured world. A broken connection. A story waiting to surface.
Irish journalist Anthony Fennell is sent to investigate the undersea cables that carry the world's information—until he discovers a deeper, hidden story. On the coast of Africa, he meets John Conway, a skilled engineer and freediver repairing broken cables at unfathomable depths. As their ship journeys to fix critical breaks, both men realize the very news traveling through those cables may upend their lives.
A lyrical meditation on love, absence, and the fragile threads that bind us, Twist is a masterful exploration of connection in an unraveling world. Available 3/25.