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ID: 647256

Title: Frances and the Werewolves of the Black Forest

Author: Refe Tuma

Narrator: Esther Wane

Format: Unabridged

Length: 9:20:38

Language: English

Release date: 08-22-23

Publisher: HarperCollins

Genres: Kids, Health & Family, Fairy Tales & Folklore

Summary:

Nominated for a 2023 Bram Stoker Award

A joy to read!'' New York Times bestselling author Margaret Peterson Haddix 

Child genius and budding inventor Frances is in trouble. Her dreams of scientific glory were dashed when her first big experiment nearly destroyed her whole town. So when a prestigious society invites her to their symposium, Frances sees it as a chance to redeem herself.

On the way there, her train is hijacked, and she and her friend Luca flee into the Black Forest. Seeking shelter with a group of orphans, Frances learns the rules of the woods: Never travel alone. Never make a sound. Because something hunts in the shadows, something with glowing eyes and sharp teeth.

Frances is no stranger to monsters, but she quickly learns there are forces more terrifying than she ever imaginedand that the key to defeating them might lie in her own scientific discoveries. With Luca and the orphans at her side, Frances must again face the horrifying, this time determined to stop evil and make a name for herself, once and for all.

Filled with friendship, humor, daring deeds, and a spunky main character who will definitely steal your heart, this historical fantasy is perfect for fans of Serafina and the Black Cloak and Greenglass House. 

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ID: 647250

Title: Knockout: A Novel

Author: Sarah MacLean

Narrator: Mary Jane Wells

Format: Unabridged

Length: 12:02:14

Language: English

Release date: 08-22-23

Publisher: HarperAudio

Genres: Historical Romance, Rom-Com, Military

Summary:

New York Times bestselling author Sarah MacLean returns with the next Hells Belles novel about a chaotic bluestocking and the buttoned-up detective enlisted to keep her out of trouble (spoiler: She is the trouble).  

With her headful of wild curls and wilder ideas and an unabashed love of experiments and explosives, society has labeled Lady Imogen Loveless peculiarand doesnt know shes one of the Hells Bellesa group of vigilantes operating outside the notice of most of London.

Thomas Peck is not most of London. The brilliant detective fought his way off the streets and into a promising career through sheer force of will and a keen ability to see things others miss, like the fact that Imogen isnt peculiarshes pandemonium. If you ask him, she requires a keeper. When her powerful family discovers her late-night activities, they couldnt agree moreand they know just the man for the task.

Thomas wants nothing to do with guarding Imogen. He is a grown man with a proper job and no time for the ladys incendiary chaos, no matter how lushly it is packaged. But some assignments are too explosive to pass up, and the gruff detective is soon caught up in Imogens world, full of her bold smiles and burning secretsand a fiery passion that threatens to consume them both.

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ID: 645254

Title: Lolth's Warrior: A Novel

Author: R. A. Salvatore

Narrator: Victor Bevine

Format: Unabridged

Length: 13:19:33

Language: English

Release date: 08-15-23

Publisher: HarperAudio

Genres: Science Fiction & Fantasy, Epic Fantasy

Summary:

The epic conclusion to New York Times bestselling author R. A. Salvatores electrifying trilogy, The Way of the Drow, finds Drizzt DoUrden coming to understand his role as a friend, a father, and a man caught between the darkness and the light.

The drow city of Menzoberranzan has fallen into discontent, sowed by the growing legend of the one who escaped: Drizzt DoUrden. Now many of the drowincluding the citys most powerful house, led by the Matron Motherare questioning the influence of the Spider Queen and the very history of the citys founding.

What secrets lie ahead? The drow are determined to find out, and theyll stop at nothing to dismantle the very structure theyve called home.

As social tensions rise and the demands for answers boom, a fight erupts between the adherents of Lolths chaotic evil and those drow who demand more, demand better. In the Underdark there are only absolutes and no compromise will be found. With winner taking all, Drizzt DoUrden cannot and will not remain on the sidelines anymore. This will be an uprising Menzoberranzan will never forget, and the rest of the Forgotten Realms wont be able to look away. 

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ID: 645263

Title: Daughters of Latin America: An International Anthology of Writing by Latine Women

Author: Sandra Guzman

Narrator: Almarie Guerra, Maria Victoria Martinez

Format: Unabridged

Length: 18:38:51

Language: English

Release date: 08-15-23

Publisher: HarperAudio

Genres: Fiction & Literature, Poetry, Essays & Anthologies

Summary:

Spanning time, styles, and traditions, a dazzling collection of essential works from 140 Latine writers, scholars, and activists from across the worldfrom warrior poet Audre Lorde to novelist Edwidge Danticat and performer and author Elizabeth Acevedo and artist/poet Cecilia Vicuñagathered in one magnificent volume.

Daughters of Latin America collects the intergenerational voices of Latine women across time and space, capturing the power, strength, and creativity of these visionary writers, leaders, scholars, and activistsincluding 24 Indigenous voices. Several authors featured are translated into English for the first time. Grammy, National Book Award, Cervantes, and Pulitzer Prize winners as well as a Nobel Laureate and the next generation of literary voices are among the stars of this essential collection, women whose work inspires and transforms us.

An eclectic and inclusive time capsule spanning centuries, genres, and geographical and linguistic diversity, Daughters of Latin America is divided into 13 parts representing the 13 Mayan Moons, each cycle honoring a different theme. Within its pages are poems from U.S. Poet Laureate Ada Limón and celebrated Cervantes Prizewinner Dulce María Loynaz; lyric essays from New York Times bestselling author Naima Coster, Pulitzer prize-winning playwright Quiara Alegría Hudes, and Guggenheim Fellow Maryse Condé; rousing speeches from U.S. Representative Alexandra Ocasio-Cortez, and Lencan Indigenous land and water protector Berta Caceres; and a transcendent Mazatec chant from shaman and poet María Sabina testifying to the power of language as a cure, which opens the book.

More than a collection of writings, Daughters of Latin America is a resurrection of ancestral literary inheritance as well as a celebration of the rising voices encouraged and nurtured by those who came before them. 

In addition to those mentioned above, contributors include Elizabeth Acevedo, Julia Alvarez, Albalucia Angel, Marie Arana, Ruth Behar, Gioconda Belli, Miluska Benavides, Carmen Bouollosa, Giannina Braschi, Norma Cantú, Ana Castillo, Sandra Cisneros, Ingrid Rojas Contreras, Angie Cruz, Edwidge Danticat, Julia de Burgos, Lila Downs, Laura Esquivel, Conceição Evaristo, Mayra Santos Febres, Sara Gallardo, Cristina Rivera Garza, Reyna Grande, Sonia Guiñasaca, Georgina Herrera, María Hinojosa, Claudia Salazar Jimenez, Jamaica Kincaid, María Clara Sharupi Jua, Amada Libertad, Josefina López, Gabriela Mistral, Celeste Mohammed, Cherrié Moraga, Angela Morales, Nancy Morejón, Anaïs Nin, Achy Obejas, Alejandra Pizarnik, Yolanda Arroyo Pizarro, Elena Poniatowska, Laura Restrepo, Ivelisse Rodriguez, Mikeas Sánchez, Esmeralda Santiago, Rita Laura Segato, Ana María Shua, Natalia Toledo, Julia Wong, Elisabet Velasquez, Karla Cornejo Villavicencio, Helena María Viramontes, and many more.

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ID: 645258

Title: Codename Charming: A Novel

Author: Lucy Parker

Narrator: Anne-Marie Piazza

Format: Unabridged

Length: 12:46:01

Language: English

Release date: 08-15-23

Publisher: HarperAudio

Genres: Romance, General, Rom-Com, Contemporary

Summary:

A New York Times Books Review Best Romances of 2023 pick

Following Battle Royal, beloved author Lucy Parker pens another delicious romantic comedy about a fake relationship between a grumpy royal bodyguard and the charming, sunny assistant who melts his cold, hard exterior.

Petunia De Vere enjoys being the personal assistant to lovable, bumbling Johnny Marchmont. But the job has its share of challenges, including the royals giant, intimidating bodyguard, Matthias. Pet and Matthias are polar oppositesshes spontaneous and enthusiastic, hes rigid and stoicbut she can sense theres something softer underneath that tough exterior

For Matthias Vaughn, protecting others is the name of the game. But keeping his royal charge out of trouble is more difficult than he imagined because everywhere Johnny goes, calamity ensues, and his petite, bubbly assistant is often caught in the fray. Matthias hates the idea of Pet getting hurt and hes determined to keep everyone safe, even if it means clashing with his adorable new coworker.

When a clumsy moment leads to a questionable tabloid photo, the press begins to speculate that Pet is romantically involved with Johnny. To put an end to the rumors, the royal PR team asks Pet and Matthias to stage a fake relationship and the two reluctantly agree. But as they spend more time together outside of work, they begin to wonder what real emotions this pretend connection might uncover. Especially when a passionate kiss leaves both of their heads spinning 

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ID: 643310

Title: Forged by Blood: A Novel

Author: Ehigbor Okosun

Narrator: Nneka Okoye

Format: Unabridged

Length: 14:13:28

Language: English

Release date: 08-08-23

Publisher: HarperAudio

Genres: Science Fiction & Fantasy, Fiction & Literature, Fairy Tales & Folklore, Epic Fantasy

Summary:

A brilliant new voice brings a brilliant new novel: debut author Ehigbor Okosuns first book in an action-packed, poignant duology inspired by Nigerian mythologyfull of magic and emotion and set in a highly atmospheric, complex world in which a young woman fights to survive a tyrannical society, having everything stripped away from her, and seeks vengeance for her mothers murder and the spilled blood of her people.

In the midst of a tyrannical regime and political invasion, Dèmi just wants to survive: to avoid the suspicion of the nonmagical Ajes who occupy her ancestral homeland of Ife; to escape the Kings brutal genocide of her peoplethe darker skinned, magic wielding Oluso; and to live peacefully with her secretive mother while learning to control the terrifying blood magic that is her birthright.

But when Dèmis misplaced trust costs her mothers life, survival gives way to vengeance. She bides her time until the devious Lord Ekwensi grants her the perfect opportunitykidnap the Aje prince, Jonas, and bargain with his life to save the remaining Oluso. With the help of her reckless childhood friend Colin, Dèmi succeeds, but discovers that she and Jonas share more than deadly secrets; every moment tangles them further into a forbidden, unmistakable attraction, much to Colinsand Dèmisdistress.

The kidnapping is now a joint mission: to return to the King, help get Lord Ekwensi on the council, and bolster the voice of the Oluso in a system designed to silence them. But the way is dangerous, Dèmis magic is growing yet uncertain, and its not clear if she can trust the two men at her side.

A tale of rebellion and redemption, race and class, love and trust and betrayal, Forged by Blood is epic fantasy at its finest, from an enthusiastic, emerging voice.

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ID: 643317

Title: Tomb Sweeping: Stories

Author: Alexandra Chang

Narrator: Hannah Choi

Format: Unabridged

Length: 7:47:32

Language: English

Release date: 08-08-23

Publisher: HarperAudio

Genres: Fiction & Literature, Short Stories, Literary Fiction, Asian American Literature

Summary:

A playful and deeply affective short story collection about the histories, technologies, and generational divides that shape our relationshipsfrom the award-winning writer of Days of Distraction

Compelling and perceptive, Tomb Sweeping probes the loyalties we hold: to relatives, to strangers, and to ourselves. In stories set across the US and Asia, Alexandra Chang immerses us in the lives of immigrant families, grocery store employees, expecting parents, and guileless lab assistants.

A woman known only to her neighbors as the Asian recycling lady collects bottles from the streets she calls home. A young college grad ponders the void left from a broken friendship. An unfulfilled housewife in Shanghai finds a secret outlet for her ambitions in an undercover gambling den. Two strangers become something more through the bond of mistaken identity.

These characters, adeptly attuned to the mystery of living, invite us to consider whether it is possible for anyone to entirely do right by another. Tomb Sweeping brims with remarkable skill and talent in every story, keeping a definitive pulse on loss, community, and what it means to feel fully alive. With her debut story collection, Chang further establishes herself as a writer to watch (New York Times Book Review). 

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ID: 643324

Title: Crystal Cove: A Novel

Author: Lisa Kleypas

Narrator: Rebecca Mozo

Format: Unabridged

Length: 9:47:36

Language: English

Release date: 08-08-23

Publisher: HarperAudio

Genres: Science Fiction & Fantasy, Romance, Paranormal, Contemporary, Romantasy

Summary:

Return to the enchanting Pacific Northwest town of Friday Harbor in New York Times bestselling author Lisa Kleypass Crystal Cove where two people learn that fate isnt written in stone when theyre woven together by the magic only love can bring. . . 

On an island off the coast of Washington State, Justine Hoffman runs a B&B, sharing the beauty of the region that has become her home. After spending her childhood in thrall to the wandering whims of her mother Marigold, Justine settled down to live her own life. Still, Justines heart is restless. Love remains elusive, a dream always out of reach.

Jason Black is a millionaire videogame developer. A driven workaholic, hes in Friday Harbor on business, not to sightseeno matter how tempting it is to relax in the company of his B&B host. And as Jason gets to know Justine, he finds himself off balance with a desire that threatens to expose his long-buried soul.

But Justine is incapable of letting Jason or anyone else into her heart. From the day she was born, she has been bound by a spell that prevents her from finding true love. And freeing herself from the cruel curse could unleash dangers that would consume the very love she wants with Jason.

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ID: 643330

Title: Between Us: A Novel

Author: Mhairi McFarlane

Narrator: Mira Dovreni

Format: Unabridged

Length: 9:48:05

Language: English

Release date: 08-08-23

Publisher: HarperAudio

Genres: Romance, Fiction & Literature, Rom-Com, Contemporary Women

Summary:

''The whole time I'm reading a Mhairi McFarlane novel, I feel like a fist is squeezing my heart she is so ridiculously talented.'' Emily Henry 

International bestseller Mhairi McFarlane delivers a witty, clever, emotional new novel about a woman whose life unravels spectacularly after her screenwriter boyfriend uses their relationship as inspiration for his new television show.

When Roisin and Joe join their friends for a weekend at a country house, its a triple celebrationa birthday, an engagement, and the launch of Joes shiny new TV show. But as the weekend unfolds, tensions come to light in the group and Roisin begins to question her own relationship. And as they watch the first episode of Joes drama, she realizes that the private things she told himwhich should have stayed between themare right there on the screen.

With her friend group in chaos and her messy love life on display for the whole world to see, Roisin returns home to avoid the unwanted attention and help run her familys pub. But drama still follows, in the form of her dysfunctional family and the looming question: what other parts of her now-exs show are inspired by real events? Lies? Infidelity? Every week, as a new episode airs, she wonders what other secrets will be revealed.

Yet the most unexpected twist of all is an old friend, who is suddenly there for Roisin in ways she never knew she needed

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ID: 600968

Title: Beijing Rules: How China Weaponized Its Economy to Confront the World

Author: Bethany Allen

Narrator: Emily Woo Zeller

Format: Unabridged

Length: 12:14:36

Language: English

Release date: 08-01-23

Publisher: HarperAudio

Genres: History, Asia, Global Politics

Summary:

An acclaimed journalist on contemporary China lays bare the country's two-decade quest for global dominance and how the Chinese Communist Party coopted what Western leaders have long considered their most powerful tool in the fight for liberal democracycapitalismto expand its illiberal influence worldwide.

Bethany Allen, the award-winning China reporter for Axios, shows that by tying profits to political acquiescence the Chinese Communist Party is forcing companies and governments around the world to accept its rules. The coronavirus pandemic marked the first time that the Party deployed its tool kit of economic coercion on an issue directly related to the health and well-being of quite literally every person in the world. But Western democracies arent helpless victims in Beijings game. The West created the conditions for the rise of authoritarian capitalism by divorcing political values from market structures.

Written by one of the first American journalists to expose China's covert influence operations in the United States, Beijing Rules includes headline-making stories of Western institutions bowing to Beijings pressurea glimpse of what Americas future may look like should liberal democracy come firmly under the thumb of authoritarian capitalism. Grounded in deep investigative reporting, it sounds the alarm about what we must do to prevent the loss of freedoms we now take for granted.

 

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