Reese Witherspoon Book Club List 2022
The Reese Witherspoon Book Club List 2022 is a complete list of Reese’s book picks for 2022. I wanted to make this list to see how the book choices change and evolve from year to year. I have been a fan of Reese Witherspoon for a long time, but sometimes I get confused about which book came out when. To keep it straight, I wanted to divide the full list up by year and give reviews for the books that Kirsten and I have read
Kirsten and I read a lot of books, especially celebrity book club picks. We want to be able to ensure that we are reading the best books so we can give you the best recommendations. Sometimes picking your next book can be hard, and I hope this list helps. Have a look through this list of Reese Witherspoon book club picks for 2022. If you are looking for The Complete Reese Witherspoon Book Club List, I have that list too.
The Best Reese Witherspoon Book Club Books 2022
Each colorful block below represents the best book in a subgenre. Click on the arrow to reveal my “best” pick in any category. You’ll also be able to use a page jump to see more books in that section.
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True Biz by Sara Novic
2.
The Christi Affair by Nina De Gramont
3.
Wrong Place, Wrong Time by Gilliam McAllister
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Reese Witherspoon Book Club List 2022
Honor
Author: Thrity Umrigar
Genre: Fiction
Year: 2022
More info: January 2022 Reese Witherspoon Book Club Pick
Plot
After fleeing India with her family years ago, Smita has returned to her home country as a journalist. There, she follows the story of Meena, a woman who, upon marrying a Muslim man, is viciously attacked by her village and her own family. Smita tries to right the scales of justice and try not to fall in love herself.
The Christie Affair
Author: Nina de Gramont
Year: 2022
Genre: Historical Mystery
More info: February 2022 Reese Witherspoon Book Club Pick
Age Range: 16+
Plot
I adored this mystery novel set during the 11 days of Agatha Christie’s disappearance. It’s told from the perspective of Christie’s husband’s mistress and it is utterly absorbing.
This biographical fiction novel is totally fictional because there is no account of what actually happened to Agatha Christie during her missing days. There are layers of mystery throughout, with a side of a love story.
Why Kirsten loves it
I never felt I would be able to sympathize with a mistress but I was cheering for her by the end. I was also enchanted by the setting of the small hotel. If you love historical mystery books, this is a must-read.
Find this book in: Biographical Fiction Novels / Historical Mystery Books / Hotel Novels / Ultimate List of Mystery Books / Mystery Novels About Writers / Best Reese Witherspoon Books / Reese Witherspoon 2022
The Club
Author: Ellery Lloyd
Year: 2022
Genre: Thriller
More info: March 2022 Reese Witherspoon Book Club Pick
Age Range: 16+
Plot
The Home Club is clearly based on members-only celebrity clubs like SoHo House but the newest Home Club is opening on a private island and features an opening weekend to die for.
Literally, because it’s a murder mystery. Except we the readers don’t know who is murdered, how, or why at the beginning…but instead we are treated to various narrators telling the points of view of the weekend as it unfolds.
Why Kirsten loves it
This contemporary fiction book was a WILD ride and I loved every exhilarating twist and turn! The layered approach to telling the story of the celebrity shenanigans and the murder of a key figure in the Home Group family had me flipping through the pages of this isolation novel. A truly enjoyable beach read!
Find this book in: Locked Room Mysteries / Isolation Books / Hotel Novels / Reese Witherspoon 2022
True Biz
Author: Sara Nović
Year: 2022
Genre: Literary Fiction
More info: April 2022 Reese Witherspoon Book Club Pick
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Age Range: 16+
Plot
True Biz is an eye-opening look at the life of deaf high schoolers in boarding school. The ins and outs of deaf society are fascinating and made me realize I knew so little about the deaf community.
Set at River Valley School for the Deaf, the story revolves around 2 students, Austin and Charlie, as well as their headmistress, February who is fighting to keep the school open for the students who desperately need it.
Trigger Warnings
Ableism, Death of a Parent, Medical Trauma
Why Kirsten loves it
I learned about the ASL vs hearing aids debate. I learned about the politics and drama that go into running a deaf school. I learned that there is a black version of ASL and it’s possible to be racist when signing. And of course, I fell for the romantic entanglements and blooming friendships between the students.
Find this book in: Coming-of-Age Books for Teens / Books set in High School / Best Reese Witherspoon Books / Reese Witherspoon 2022
Dictionary of Lost Words
Author: Pip Williams
Year: 2022
Genre: Historical Fiction
More info: May 2022 Reese Witherspoon Book Club Pick
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Age Range: 16+
Plot
Esme spent her childhood in the Scriptorium of Oxford with her dad and his colleagues as they worked to create the first Oxford Dictionary. When the word “bondmaid” slips to the floor, Esme stashes it along with other discarded words into a space place in her home. Overtime, she begins to realize the words often associated with women carry less weight than those for men, which is when she starts to collect words for her own project – The Dictionary of Lost Words.
Trigger Warnings
War, Death of a Parent
Why Jackie likes it
I have to say that I never had any idea how the dictionary was made and how “abridged” my version actually is (think 20 volumes and 4ft of shelf space). This historical fiction was brilliantly researched and detailed. The heart of this book is the importance of words and women finding their power in small ways in a male-centered world. At times I thought the book moved a little slowly but it is well-written and enjoyable.
Find this book in: Books About Books / Reese Witherspoon 2022
Counterfeit
Author: Kirstin Chen
Year: 2022
Genre: Fiction
More info: June 2022 Reese Witherspoon Book Club List
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Age Range: 16+
Plot
When Ava learns about college friend Winnie’s counterfeit bag scheme, she does not intend to get mixed up in it. But as she struggles to get the treatment her child needs and time to herself, her she gets involved after all.
But soon she’s been caught and needs to explain what happened to the police. Is she going to be the one left to take the blame?
Kirsten’s Thoughts
I struggled to find compassion for Ava because she came off as self-serving. Ultimately, I didn’t care if she got caught or not.
Honey & Spice
Author: Bolu Babalola
Genre: Romance
Year: 2022
More info: July 2022 Reese Witherspoon Book Club List
Plot
Kiki is the host of a radio show on her college campus that is designed to help her fellow members of the African-Caribbean Society at Whitewell University avoid the crappy relationship handouts the men around them are offering. But her radio career is in peril when she kisses Malakai Korede, the biggest player on campus in front of everyone. Fake relationship to the rescue!!!
Wrong Place Wrong Time
Author: Gillian McAllister
Year: 2022
Genre: Mystery Thriller
More info: August 2022 Reese’s Book Club Pick
Age Range: 15+
Plot
Jen is waiting for the 18-year-old son, Todd to return home the night before Halloween when she watches him come from the darkness and murder a total stranger by stabbing him. She does not know why her son would do this but her life is torn to pieces.
When she wakes up the next morning, she is shocked to discover that she has gone back to a day before the murder. Can she stop it from happening? First, she needs to find out why.
Now, each time Jen wakes up, she has gone further back in the past- days, weeks, and years before the murder ever happened.
Why Jackie loves it
This time travel mystery is one of the smartest and most captivating books I have ever read. It is an easy pick for a favorite book of the year.
Find this book in:Best Thriller Books / Best Time Loop Books / Best Books for Book Clubs to Read / Nonlinear Narrative Novels / Popular Thriller Books / Best Reese Witherspoon Books / Reese Witherspoon 2022
On the Rooftop
Author: Margaret Wilkerson Sexton
Genre: Historical Fiction
Year: 2022
More info: September 2022 Reese Witherspoon Book Club Pick
Plot
This historical fiction novel tells the story of The Salvations, a sensational singing group of sisters in the 1920s. Managed by their mother, Vivian, the sisters soon become regulars all over Jazz-age Fillmore, but with change all around them, can Vivian manage to keep the group and the sisters together?
Our Missing Hearts
Author: Celeste Ng
Genre: Fiction
Year: 2022
More info: October 2022 Reese Witherspoon Book Club Pick
Plot
Bird, 12, lives a quiet life with his father, a shelver of books and former linguist, after his mother, a Chinese American poet, left him without a trace when he was just 9-years-old. Suddenly, a mysterious drawing appears and Bird is on a quest to find his missing mom.
Tiny Beautiful Things
Author: Cheryl Strayed
Genre: Memoir
Release Date: 2012
More info: November 2022 Reese Witherspoon Book Club Pick
Plot
This book, now adapted for Hulu, is filled with letters from “Dear Sugar” a pseudonym used by bestselling author Strayed for her advice column. This novel is filled with all the best Dear Sugar columns, podcasts, and substacks.
The Marriage Portrait
Author: Maggie O’Farrell
Year: 2022
Genre: Historical Fiction
More info: December 2022 Reese Witherspoon Book Club Pick
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Age Range: 16+
Plot
I found the story, which also revolves around the painting of the titular marriage portrait, to be fast-moving and fascinating. It’s one of those historical fiction books that had me googling what was real and what truths were bent.
Why Kirsten loves it
I found the story, which also revolves around the painting of the titular marriage portrait, to be fast-moving and fascinating. It’s one of those historical fiction books that had me googling what was real and what truths were bent.
Find this book in: Biographical Fiction Novels / Novels About Art / Books Set in Italy / Reese Witherspoon 2022
YA Reese Witherspoon Book Club List 2022
Anatomy: A Love Story
Author: Dana Schwartz
Year: 2022
Genre: Gothic Historical Fiction
More info: Winter 2022 YA Reese Witherspoon Book Club Pick
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Book 1 of 2 in the Anatomy Duology
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Age Range: 17+
Plot
This gothic YA historical fiction is centered around Hazel, a 16-year-old woman who lives in Edinburgh Scotland with her mother and younger brother. She has always had an obsession with anatomy and wants to be a surgeon despite the fact that no women are allowed to study to become doctors.
In order to study and pass her exam, she must have dead bodies to look at. Enter Jack, who earns extra money by taking bodies from their graves at night. Now there is some romance added to this book and you will never guess where it’s going.
Why Jackie likes it
This was such a quick read with amazing details to keep the story moving. Some surprise details really added to the story. The ending, however, felt very rushed to me- especially when compared to the rest of the book. This is such an original thriller horror book.
Find this book in: 12 Thriller Horror Books/ Best YA Romance Books / YA Historical Fiction Books / Reese Witherspoon 2022
Expert Tip
Reese has chosen so many great books since she started the book club in 2017, it can be hard to choose your next book. Here are some helpful hints:
- Are you a “Kirsten” or a “Jackie”? Have a look at our reviews of the books to help you choose
- This list includes books that may not be on other lists because we did not love all the books. Have a look at the thoughts section.
- If the description says “why I love it”, it’s a 4 or 5-star book.
- If it says “why I like it”, it’s a 3-star book.
- If it says “thoughts”, it was not a winner for Kirsten or me.
- If you love a certain genre, pick a book from that genre as your next read.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best book from the 2022 Reese Witherspoon Book Club List?
True Biz by Sara Novic is a special and wonderful book. It is a 5-star pick from the Reese Witherspoon Book Club List 2022.
Was there a YA pick for the Reese Witherspoon book club in 2022?
Yes. There was one YA pick this year. Anatomy: A Love Story by Dana Schwartz was the Winter ’22 Pick.
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