The Best Books Of 2024 So Far. Discover the books people can’t stop talking about in 2024! Gilbert cruz, the editor of the new york times book review, recommends three of the best books of 2024, so far.

This year, our fresh air book critic highlights alternative history, suspense, satire — and some of the most extraordinary letters ever written. The best books of the year (so far) are taking us to dazzling new frontiers.