AUGUST MYSTERY BOOXIES SUBSCRIPTION BOX AUSTRALIA

Winter is still very much with us here in Melbourne, but as we step into August, there's a definite shift in the air – a subtle hint of spring, perhaps, but still plenty of opportunity to snuggle up with a good book. Imagine a refreshing drink, a comfy spot, and a captivating story to get lost in. That's the vibe we're embracing this month, and it's also the perfect moment to reveal what's inside our newest Mystery Booxies!

For those who are not familiar with us, Mystery Booxies is a monthly service that delivers a curated selection of books directly to your doorstep. It's a fantastic way to explore new authors and broaden your literary horizons in the new year.

Each box contains a brand new book, a bookmark, and exciting extras like tea, snacks, and drinks (alcoholic or non-alcoholic, depending on your preference). All books are hand-picked by passionate bibliophiles and are guaranteed to be a delightful surprise from recent releases.

Mystery Booxies offers flexible subscription options, including monthly, bi-monthly, and can be with zero commitment or on a 6 month or 12 month plans. For a lighter and more affordable option, choose the boxless subscription, which includes a book, tea, and a bookmark without the fuss.

Whether you're looking to smash your reading goals, discover new genres, or simply enjoy a delightful surprise, Mystery Booxies is the perfect treat for bookworms or those wanting to reconnect with books or discover the magic of reading all over. Plus, you'll be supporting independent booksellers and publishers plus many Australian businesses, small and big.

We are very excited about the books we chose for you this month. You are in for a Bookish treat this month!

General Fiction Book of The Month

Finding Grace by Loretta Rothschild

A gripping love story with a moral-dilemma at its centre: would you tell the truth about the past if it would cost you your future?

She thought it was fate. I knew it wasn't.

Honor seems to have everything: she adores her bright and beautiful daughter, Chloe, and her charming, handsome husband, Tom, even if he works one hundred hours a week. Her bestselling children's books mean that she's made a name for herself doing what she loves. But Honor's desperate longing for another baby threatens to eclipse everything that's good. When a shocking tragedy changes their lives forever, Tom is left to pick up the pieces.

Grace has made her London wine shop a second home for people like her - people who are running from their own pasts. Passionate, studious, and self-assured, she finds herself curious about Tom, who becomes a fixture at the shop.

As Grace falls for Tom, she shares things about herself that she's never told anyone.

Crime/ Thriller Book of The Month

The Forsaken by Matt Rogers

For ten years, Logan Booth served as a contract killer for the CIA – he just never knew it. 

In the twilight of his career, Logan learns he has been a vessel for furthering government interests, not a rogue hitman for a band of vigilantes. The revelation destroys him.

But when Jorge Romero – an investigative reporter and Logan's oldest friend – is brutally and inexplicably murdered, Logan allows his fury to deliver him from despair.

With an ally in Alice Mason, a homeless witness with a target on her back, Logan goes to war. Against whom, he isn't sure, but he knows powerful forces are at work behind the scenes.

Now, to deliver justice, Logan and Alice must confront their demons and win a savage battle that could destroy their lives... even if they survive.

Fantasy/ Romantasy Book of The Month

Ever Blessed by Olivia O'Flynn

Love, mythology and magic collide in a delicious, action-packed new romantasy series from Australian author and award-winning podcaster Olivia O'Flynn, for all fans of Sarah A Parker, Carissa Broadbent and Rebecca Yarros.

She was made of magic and wrath ...

In a world fractured by belief, the gods lay claim to the Ever – ancient magic that sustains the Known World. But the Ever is failing, and the gods have turned their wrath on the Ever Blessed, those gifted with access to its power.

Captain Elva, warrior princess of Vettona, is her realm's last hope for peace. Promised in marriage to the handsome yet infuriating Fynton, she must navigate a fragile alliance and her growing feelings for the one man she cannot trust.

Meanwhile, Innes, a witch desperate to conceal her bond with the Ever, embarks on a perilous quest to cure a blight upon the land. But her path collides with a deadly Vettonian warrior, forcing her to choose between a dangerous love and the salvation of her people.

As ancient powers awaken and allegiances crumble, Elva and Innes must decide where their loyalties lie – love or fidelity, freedom or fate – as the wrong choice means losing everything to the vengeance of the gods.

Romance Book of The Month

What Did I Miss? by Holly Brunnbauer

Makayla has many regrets: a Chiko Roll impulse buy, not visiting the Big Pineapple and marrying her high-school dud.

Now, newly divorced, determined to hold on to her independence and facing the Big Three-O, Makayla makes a list of all the things she missed out on while her friends were single and running amok in their twenties.

But when her one-night stand turns up again, and a revenge plot on her ex spirals out of control, she has to decide if some things are worth missing. And if Makayla can't sort herself out before her birthday, she might face the biggest regret of her life.

A fresh and feisty romantic comedy about what happens when you meet someone special before truly knowing yourself.

Non-Fiction Book of The Month

Through Fear and Fire by John Taylor

The Special Operations Group are Australia's most elite policing unit. They are who we turn to in times of crisis: shoot-outs, armed robberies, terrorism. And when the threat gets explosive, enter the Bomb Response Unit. John 'JT' Taylor has seen it all, from backyard blow-ups to the largest bomb to ever go off in Australia. He became the force's longest serving bomb disposal expert and one of its most distinguished members. Between handling unpredictable homemade explosive devices, daring driving manoeuvres and swapping bullets with hostage-takers, JT has stared down death. He's an adrenalin addict, having scaled some of the highest peaks in the world, including Mount Everest. From armed robberies to counter-terrorism, bombs and booby-traps, this tell-all memoir reveals details of chilling true crime stories that have never been told before, and shows the grit and bravery of the world's toughest police unit.

Young Adults Book of The Month

Of Flame and Fury by Mikayal Bridge

A fiery alliance. An explosive secret. The race is on.

Phoenix racing: it's profitable, it's deadly. No one knows this better than Kel Varra and her crew, the Crimson Howlers. They live on the edge of survival.

When a mysterious tech billionaire offers them a place at his training facility, it gives them hope but also forces Kel to team up with Coup, her arrogant, infuriating rival.

Embroiled in political scheming, volatile phoenix magic and a smouldering romance, Kel and Coup discover a conspiracy that threatens them all.

For in this world of extreme stakes, there are two options only: win or burn

Products of The Month

This month, we chose something that we know is going to be a perfect welcome to the end of winter - well, almost the end of winter!! Yuzu Gin & Soda from Australia's best gin, Four Pillars for those who selected to receive occasional alcohol. and Classic Ginger Beer from Frekl for those who opted for the alcohol free option. both options were sent with delicious dark chocolate coated pretzels from Hilliers. And, of course, 2x tea pyramids from Tea Drop.

As August and most of the colder months are behind us, these amazing reads offer the perfect escape into worlds of magic, fiction, and romance, and can make the perfect gift for yourself or anyone you want to celebrate. Whether you're seeking pulse-pounding thrills, heartwarming tales, or fantastical adventures, these captivating reads have something for everyone.

So, why wait? It's time to get your Mystery Booxies and enjoy the perfect bookish box this month and every month until you are booked out (if such a thing can happen).