Book enthusiasts, get ready to update your reading lists! With the new year just around the corner, it’s time to start looking forward to some of the most anticipated book releases for the first half of 2019. From highly anticipated sequels to buzz-worthy debut novels, there’s something for every reader to look forward to in the coming months. Here’s a list of the top ten most anticipated book releases for the first half of 2019:

1. “The Testaments” by Margaret Atwood – Set to be released in September 2019, this highly anticipated sequel to “The Handmaid’s Tale” is sure to be a must-read for fans of Atwood’s dystopian classic.

2. “Where the Crawdads Sing” by Delia Owens – This debut novel has been generating plenty of buzz, with critics praising its unique storytelling and vivid descriptions of the natural world.

3. “Daisy Jones & The Six” by Taylor Jenkins Reid – This novel, which tells the story of a 1970s rock band and the tumultuous relationships within it, is already generating plenty of hype ahead of its release in March.

4. “Normal People” by Sally Rooney – Following the success of her debut novel “Conversations With Friends,” Rooney’s latest book is highly anticipated for its insightful exploration of love and friendship.

5. “The Silent Patient” by Alex Michaelides – This psychological thriller has been generating plenty of buzz ahead of its release in February, with critics calling it a gripping and suspenseful read.

6. “On the Come Up” by Angie Thomas – Following the success of “The Hate U Give,” Thomas’s latest novel is sure to be a must-read for fans of her powerful and timely storytelling.

7. “Internment” by Samira Ahmed – This dystopian novel, set in a near-future America where Muslims are interned in camps, is sure to spark important conversations about civil liberties and human rights.

8. “Queenie” by Candice Carty-Williams – This debut novel, which follows the life of a young Jamaican-British woman living in London, is already generating plenty of buzz for its honest and humorous depiction of modern womanhood.

9. “The Care and Feeding of Ravenously Hungry Girls” by Anissa Gray – This family drama, which tells the story of three sisters dealing with the aftermath of their parents’ imprisonment, is sure to be a compelling and thought-provoking read.

10. “Black Leopard, Red Wolf” by Marlon James – This highly anticipated fantasy novel, the first in a planned trilogy, is sure to be a must-read for fans of epic storytelling and rich world-building.

With so many exciting book releases on the horizon, 2019 is shaping up to be a fantastic year for readers. Whether you’re a fan of literary fiction, thrillers, or fantasy, there’s something for everyone to look forward to in the coming months. So make sure to mark your calendars and get ready to dive into some of the most anticipated books of the year!