Why people recommend it
Now I Surrender to You and That Is All is a historical fiction book by Álvaro Enrigue, translated by Natasha Wimmer. The book was featured on the podcast episode titled The Books We're Excited About in Early 2026, broadcast on The Book Review on January 16, 2026. During the episode, Gilbert Cruz highlighted the work to listeners while discussing titles generating anticipation for the early part of the year. Cruz specifically drew attention to the historical fiction release, identifying it simply as Now I Surrender by Alvaro Enrique. Although his remarks were brief, the mention served to introduce the book to an audience eager for notable upcoming releases in 2026. Enrigue's work stands among several literary titles highlighted by the podcast team during their seasonal preview discussion, signaling its appeal to readers tracking prominent new fiction in translation and contemporary historical narratives. The brief recommendation placed the book squarely on the radar of fiction enthusiasts listening to the podcast for curated reading suggestions at the start of the year.
Who recommended it
- Gilbert Cruz Recommended
Gilbert Cruz — 1 mention
“This is Now I Surrender by Alvaro Enrique.”