Reese Witherspoon’s book club list for 2023 is out, and there's plenty of great reads to choose from. In case you're not familiar, Reese's Book Club is a collection of books carefully curated by Reese Witherspoon and her team at Hello Sunshine. With a focus on female authors and stories about female characters, Reese’s Book Club has become a popular destination for readers looking for books that center women’s stories. Reese Witherspoon’s book club list for 2023 is filled with stories of resilience, courage, and empowerment. Here's a look at the list.
The Silence of the Girls by Pat Barker
The Silence of the Girls by Pat Barker is an epic retelling of the story of the Trojan War from the perspective of Briseis, a young woman enslaved by the Greeks. Briseis is a slave-queen of Achilles, and as she tells her story, she reveals the complexity of her experience and the harsh realities of war. Barker's novel is a powerful exploration of what it means to be a woman in a patriarchal society, and how women can find strength even in the most difficult of circumstances.
The Mothers by Brit Bennett
The Mothers by Brit Bennett is the story of two teenage girls in a small Southern California town. Nadia and Luke are best friends, but when they make a fateful decision to keep a secret, their lives take unexpected turns. With a stunningly beautiful writing style and characters that are both flawed and relatable, Bennett crafts a story that is both heart-wrenching and uplifting. This is an unforgettable novel about love, loss, and the power of faith.
The Night Tiger by Yangsze Choo
The Night Tiger by Yangsze Choo is a captivating tale set in 1930s Malaya. The story follows Ji Lin, a young woman who works as a dressmaker and apprentices as a dance instructor. When Ji Lin's employer dies, she embarks on a quest to fulfill his last wish—to return his severed finger to its rightful owner. Along the way, she encounters a mysterious night tiger who may be more than he appears. Choo's novel is a thrilling mix of historical fiction, magical realism, and romance.
Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng
Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng is a captivating novel about mothers and daughters, secrets and lies. The story centers on the Richardson family, who live in a wealthy suburb of Cleveland. When a mysterious single mother and her daughter move to town, the Richardsons’ lives are thrown into chaos. With themes of race, class, and family, Ng crafts a story that is both thought-provoking and emotionally resonant.
The Overstory by Richard Powers
The Overstory by Richard Powers is an ambitious and sweeping novel about humanity’s relationship with the natural world. The book follows a group of people from different walks of life who are drawn together by their love of trees. With a lyrical writing style and a deep respect for nature, Powers paints a vivid portrait of our complex relationship with the environment. The Overstory is an unforgettable novel that celebrates the beauty and power of the natural world.
The Immortalists by Chloe Benjamin
The Immortalists by Chloe Benjamin is a captivating novel about family, fate, and choices. The story follows four siblings who visit a mysterious fortune teller and are told the dates of their deaths. As the siblings grapple with the knowledge of their mortality, they each find their own paths and make choices that will shape their destinies. Benjamin’s novel is a poignant exploration of family, love, and mortality.
Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens
Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens is a captivating novel about the power of nature and the resilience of the human spirit. The story follows Kya, a young woman who has grown up alone in the marshlands of North Carolina. When a local boy is found dead, Kya is suspected of murder. With lyrical prose and a vividly rendered setting, Owens crafts a story that is as much about survival as it is about love and loss.
An American Marriage by Tayari Jones
An American Marriage by Tayari Jones is an engrossing novel about race, justice, and the power of love. The story follows Roy and Celestial, a newly married couple living in Atlanta. When Roy is wrongfully convicted of a crime and sent to prison, their marriage is tested in ways they never imagined. Jones’ novel is an unforgettable exploration of love, justice, and the consequences of racism in America.
Normal People by Sally Rooney
Normal People by Sally Rooney is a thought-provoking novel about first love, friendship, and the power of connection. The story follows Connell and Marianne, two high school students from different backgrounds who become close friends. As the two navigate the complexities of adulthood, they come to realize the true power of their connection. Rooney’s novel is an insightful exploration of love, friendship, and the power of human connection.
