Looking for a good book to read? We’ve rounded up some notable new books and upcoming good reads as recommended by the team at Bookazine Hong Kong.
# Good reads in fiction
The Secret of Secrets by Dan Brown
The renowned thriller writer returns with a propulsive, twisty, thought-provoking story that sees Robert Langdon, esteemed professor of symbology, targeted by a powerful organisation and hunted by a chilling assailant, from Prague to New York and London.
The Impossible Fortune by Richard Osman
Who’s got time to think about murder when there’s a wedding to plan? It’s been a quiet year for the Thursday Murder Club, but when Elizabeth meets a wedding guest in trouble, kidnap and death are hot on their heels oncemore. Plunged back into action again, can the gang solve the puzzle and a murder in time?
Alchemised by SenLinYu
In this dark fantasy debut, a woman with missing memories fights to survive a war-torn world of necromancy and alchemy – and the man tasked with unearthing the deepest secrets of her past. This hardcover edition features a deluxe jacket with gold foil details and more.
Hunger by Choi Jin-Young
A word-of-mouth sensation, Hunger is a psychologically and philosophically thrilling cult classic that cuts to the heart of love, money and the things they do to us. It charted for over half a year in South Korea, breaking records for literary fiction.
# Good reads in non-fiction
Tech-Smart Parenting: How to Keep Your Kids Happy and Safe Online by Catherine Knibbs
In this book, cyber-trauma expert Knibbs explains in simple, reassuring language what the science really tells us about the dangers of technology and how it affects young growing minds, setting out clear strategies for helping kids develop a positive relationship with technology.
The Art of Spending Money: Simple Choices for a Richer Life by Morgan Housel
Can money buy happiness? Yes. Can spending it make you happier? Absolutely. Yet, many of us struggle to unlock its full potential. This book sees the award-winning author Housel offer a refreshingly practical approach to managing wealth while finding deeper meaning and contentment.
# Good reads in kids
Oh Dear, Look What I Got! by Michael Rosen and Helen Oxenbury
“I went to the shop to get me a carrot. Oh dear, they gave me … a parrot! Oh dear, look what I got! Do I want that? No I do NOT!” Young readers will love guessing what comes next in this hilarious picture book by the creators of the bestselling We’re Going on a Bear Hunt.
InvestiGators: Case Files by John Patrick Green
Mango and Brash are back, and this time they’re asking you to help them crack the case! In this special solve along edition of the laugh-out loud comic book series, readers will find clues, spot suspects and work on six new cases alongside the InvestiGators.
The Court of the Dead – International Edition Rick Riordan and Mark Oshiro
Best-selling authors Riordan and Oshiro collaborate again on a new adventure in which Nico di Angelo teams up with his half sister Hazel Levesque to protect … monsters? A brilliantly inventive and laugh-filled adventure.
Guinness World Records 2026
Discover the incredible achievements and inspiring stories of record breakers from around the world – and how you can become one of them! The all-new content includes high-end hotels, deserted ghost towns, talented pets and sports superstars.
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This article about good books to read by Bookazine first appeared in the Spring 2025 issue of Expat Living magazine. Subscribe now so you never miss an issue!
