The 12 best books of the year so far

These are the books we can't stop thinking about.

View in browser|nytimes.com May 31, 2024 We're almost halfway through 2024, and our staff has already reviewed hundreds of books. These 12 titles are the best of the year so far. See the list. → Sign up for the Books newsletter Be the first to read books news and see reviews, news and features in The New York Times Book Review. Get it in your inbox ADVERTISEMENT Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this message because you signed up for updates from The New York Times. To stop receiving From The Times, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. To opt out of updates and offers sent from The Athletic, submit a request. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018

For You: She Made an Offer on a Condo. Then the Seller Learned She Was Black.

Plus, Trump Had Good Fortune So Far With His Four Cases. Then Came a Verdict.

May 31, 2024 NEWS YOU MAY HAVE MISSED Trump Had Good Fortune So Far With His Four Cases. Then Came a Verdict. On Northern Border, Permission to Fire Into Russia Buoys Ukraine Biden Declares Trump Verdict a Victory for the Rule of Law How Prosecutors Made the Case Against Trump Trump's Conviction Jolts the Race. But Will It Influence the Outcome? Go to homepage THINGS TO DO Three Great Documentaries to Stream A past look at tough times in New York, and current looks at struggles in North Korea and China. 6 New Books We Recommend This Week Suggested reading from critics and editors at The New York Times. 6 New Books We Recommend This Week Suggested reading from critics and editors at The New York Times. The Only Ice Cream Recipe You'll Ever Need That's it. That's the recipe title. Happy summer. 'Delicious, Easy, Healthy and Affordable' Yasmin Fahr's new recipe for one-pot chicken meatballs with greens is already proving to be a weeknight winner. Tomorrow: From Style Every day we'll feature stories from a different section. Check back daily. MORE TO DISCOVER She Made an Offer on a Condo. Then the Seller Learned She Was Black. A Black woman claims a white homeowner tried to pull out of a sale because of her race. Will It Matter? Searching for Clues in the Polls About a Trump Conviction. He may not lose support at all, but recent backing from young and nonwhite voters might be likelier to fade. 6 Wild Swimming Spots in California, Beyond the Coast The beach may beckon, but these freshwater swimming holes and hot springs show another side of the state: Granite canyons, emerald pools and ancient redwood groves. Opinion | And Now, a Real-World Lesson for Student Activists A generation raised to believe it could change the world learns that the rest of the world may not share its vision. Israel's push into central Rafah defies international pressure. The Ingredient That Unites My Favorite Salads A good salad can transport you, but the truly great ones all have one thing in common: plenty of cheese. 'The Dead Don't Hurt' Review: A Foursquare Western From Viggo Mortensen Mortensen gives his film a nested, at times unnecessarily complicated structure, but with performances this good, it's hard to mind much. Wall Street Lands on India, Looking for Profits It Can't Find in China Stock markets in Mumbai have surged as big global investors hope India can become a source of growth. It won't be so easy. TAKE A BREAK, PLAY A GAME The Mini Crossword Solve this bite-sized puzzle in just a few minutes. Spelling Bee How many words can you make with 7 letters? Wordle Guess the 5-letter word with 6 chances. See all our games To stop receiving these emails, unsubscribe or manage your email preferences. Subscribe to the Times   |   Get the NYT app Change Your Email   |   Privacy Policy   |   Contact   |   Advertise   |   California Notices The New York Times Company 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018

Breaking news: Biden outlines cease-fire proposal to end war in Gaza

The president said it was "time for this war to end."

View in browser|nytimes.com May 31, 2024 BREAKING NEWS Cheriss May for The New York Times Biden Outlines Cease-Fire Proposal to End War in Gaza The proposal would begin with a temporary six-week cease-fire that would pave the way for negotiations to eventually end the war and rebuild Gaza. Follow live updates Get more breaking news in your inbox Sign up to receive emails from The New York Times as soon as important news breaks around the world. Get it in your inbox ADVERTISEMENT Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this message because you signed up for updates from The New York Times. To stop receiving From The Times, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. To opt out of updates and offers sent from The Athletic, submit a request. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018