'Tis the season of giving, and if you’re on the hunt for the perfect gift for someone who lives for bottomless mimosas, thought-provoking novels, and a good dose of feminist sass, you’ve come to the right place. This year, let’s skip the generic gift cards and show your brunch book clubber just how well you know them with presents that feel personal, inspiring, and, of course, a little indulgent.

Welcome to Books on Our Radar, your go-to guide for unearthing the most exciting reads this December. Whether you’re a seasoned bookworm with a fellow book-buying addiction or someone looking to step outside your literary comfort zone, this month’s list is packed with fresh releases as well as some up and coming hidden gems to inspire your next read.

Ever wondered what it takes to keep Brunch Book Club running like a well-oiled (and mimosa-fuelled) machine? Let me give you a behind-the-scenes peek! Spoiler alert: It’s just me, Taragh.

In this post, I’m breaking down the many roles I play to make Brunch Book Club happen and sharing a glimpse of the love (and coffee) that keeps it all going. Grab a cup, settle in, and let’s meet the team!

This month, journey through the electrifying world of music in Deep Cuts, uncover hidden truths in the familial drama of The Homemade God, and immerse yourself in the eerie allure of The Silence Factory. For readers craving nonfiction, Mask Off: Masculinity Redefined and Please Find Attached offer fresh perspectives on the human experience. And if you’re looking for tender, unforgettable love stories, both May All Your Skies Be Blue and Love in Exile will leave you deeply moved.

Highlights this October include Hungerstone, a sensual, atmospheric reworking of the classic Carmilla, set against the rugged backdrop of the Industrial Revolution. For nonfiction lovers, Sexy But Psycho delivers a bold and unflinching look at the ways society pathologizes and silences women. Meanwhile, The Coast Road offers a poignant exploration of freedom, family, and the cost of living authentically in a deeply judgmental community.

Of course I read Spare!

After a week of listening to Harry narrate his way through “his” book – it was ghostwritten – I have some thoughts.