Dua Lipa has unveiled

Still Born

by Guadalupe Nettel (translated by Rosalind Harvey) as her May book club selection, describing it as both “uplifting and gut-wrenching.”The novel follows two friends, Laura and Alina, in Mexico City who are determined to remain childfree—until Alina decides to have a baby. A twist involving a devastating prenatal diagnosis changes everything, prompting a deep exploration of love, care, and motherhood.Lipa wrote in her post, “It is a story about the many different ways to be a family, and it made me reflect on what an honour it is to care for someone you truly love.”

The post, featuring Lipa holding the striking blue book close to her face, has garnered over 340,000 likes and thousands of comments. Fans have called the book club selection “powerful,” “so needed right now,” and “one of your best picks yet.” Many praised Lipa for spotlighting complex themes such as disability, chosen family, and emotional labour—topics often overlooked on celebrity platforms.With her blend of pop stardom and literary curiosity, Dua Lipa’s monthly book selections continue to inspire readers who seek not just entertainment, but books that provoke deeper reflection and meaningful dialogue.