July 20th is a special day because it is the day that humans first set foot on the moon. We’re celebrating Moon Day this Sunday, and it’s hard to imagine where the world of fiction would be without it. That feat demonstrated to the world that anything is possible, and it continues to inspire many to this day.
The Courtship Trap is the eleventh book in the Inconvenient Brides Series by Nina Jarrett. Lady Harriet Slight, cursed by a jilted bride, finds no joy in her once-idle life. When a past love returns, she draws him into a courtship that rekindles old feelings and memories of a brighter future. Their renewed connection offers her a chance to escape the shadows of her past.
Sebastian Markham returns to retrieve a valuable painting he once gave Harriet. What begins as a mission soon turns into a deeper entanglement as he sees how much she has changed. With adventure ahead and passion reignited, both must decide if this is just nostalgia or a second chance at the life they once imagined.
The Detective Remy Ferguson Series by Dan Grylles continues with Unchecked: Renegade Force. A rogue force rises in Miami, killing police officers, enabling crime, and unleashing a wave of bombings. As fear spreads, a young Sgt. Remy Ferguson battles growing corruption and hidden conspiracies. The city teeters on chaos, and Remy must uncover the truth before it’s too late. This marks the beginning of his path to becoming Miami’s top detective.
You Can Trust Me is a standalone thriller from Miranda Rijks. When Amelia falls for an online scam, her supportive colleague Paige steps in to help. Their daughters bond, and the families grow close. But Paige is hiding a sinister plan to ruin Amelia’s life from the inside. As the deception deepens, Amelia must uncover the truth before everything she loves is destroyed.
The Yucky Yates Series by Mike Faricy continues with The Maid. Former DEA agent and PI Russell “Yucky” Yates is hired by wealthy Marilyn Munroe to investigate her daughter’s suitor, Jason Berg. What starts as a simple background check quickly unravels when both Marilyn and Jason prove more complicated than expected. The case soon draws in professional criminals and dangerous twists that turn the investigation into a chaotic mess.
Here is a list of all of the new books releasing today:
New Book Releases for July 20th, 2025
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Vince is the Entertainment Editor at Book Notification. His first book was Green Eggs & Ham by Dr. Seuss, and his passion for reading took off from there. He'll read just about anything, but can usually be found re-reading his favorite Pynchon novels and Seattle Mariners box scores.