From Anthony Bourdain's new travel book, Haruki Murakami's short stories to Sabina Khan's powerful story about being an immigrant, here are the best new books to read in April
Take a break from Netflix this April and pick up a book instead. Just as spring approaches, a season of new beginnings, it's time to welcome and check out all the new titles coming out this month.
While social distancing rules in Hong Kong have eased, with beaches and pools begin reopening, it's always a good idea to pack a book while enjoying a day out in the sun, whether it's at the beach or at one of Hong Kong's picnic spots. Or if you prefer to stay indoors, a book is a perfect companion while checking out the cafes and coffee shops in Causeway Bay or trying one of these places serving CBD drinks.
Not sure which book to pick up? We break down the best new books coming out in April.
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1. Bullet Train by Kotaro Isaka, translation by Sam Malissa
Bullet Train by Japanese author Kotaro Isaka was originally published in 2010 and became a bestseller in Japan. The English translation of this thriller comes out this April and it's the best read to start out the new month. It tells the story of five killers who find themselves on a bullet train from Tokyo, all competing for a suitcase full of money. Which one will make it out alive at the last station?
Release date: April