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Little One

By Olivia Muenter

⭐ 4.1

A well-written novel can transport readers into a completely different world.

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Synopsis

A searing new novel from the USA Today bestselling author of Such a Bad Influence , about a young woman whose life is upended when a journalist uncovers her hidden past as the daughter of an insidious cult leader. From the outside, Catharine West’s childhood sounds idyllic—balmy days spent running barefoot through the gardens, plucking ripe tomatoes straight from the vine as sunlight warmed her skin. Her parents built a life that was simple and community-focused, an ethos that soon attracted others in need of a change. For a time, Catharine’s magnetic father was enough to keep the farm thriving, and temptation outside its gates. But as she grew older, the farm and family she was raised to love faded into something darker, forcing Catharine to evolve with it. ​It’s now been a decade since Catharine abandoned the farm and has done her best to reinvent her life, until an email from a charismatic journalist interrupts her peace. Her first instinct is to ignore the stranger’s prying questions—whether she knew about a mysterious “cult” in central Florida, whether she is the same “Catharine-with-an-A” who lived there for a time. But when she realizes the journalist knows far more than he’s letting on, she reconsiders. If Catharine can stay one step ahead of him, she may be able to find the one thing she never wanted to leave behind—her sister, Linna—and make sure her own secrets remain buried too. Sharp-eyed and sweltering, Little One masterfully captures the dread of facing your deepest desires, when the hunger to become your best self threatens to drown out everything else. An achingly astute look at modern womanhood and wellness culture, it tackles the enduring How far would you go to be good?

What To Expect

• Interesting plot development.
• Strong emotional connections.
• Entertaining story arcs.

"A memorable reading experience for fiction enthusiasts."

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Detour

By Jeff Rake

⭐ 4.4

Every great story begins with a memorable first chapter.

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A space shuttle flight crew discovers that the Earth they’ve returned to is not the home they left behind in this emotional, mind-bending thriller from the creator of the hit Netflix series Manifest and the bestselling author of The Warehouse. “If The Martian and The Twilight Zone had a baby, it would be Detour—a thriller that messes with your head as you scramble to piece together what’s really going on.”—Steve Netter, Best Thriller Books Ryan Crane wasn’t looking for trouble—just a cup of coffee. But when this cop spots a gunman emerging from an unmarked van, he leaps into action and unknowingly saves John Ward, a billionaire with presidential aspirations, from an assassination attempt. As thanks for Ryan’s quick thinking, Ward offers him the chance of a lifetime: to join a group of lucky civilians chosen to accompany three veteran astronauts on the first manned mission to Saturn’s moon Titan. A devoted family man, Ryan is reluctant to leave on this two-year expedition, yet with the encouragement of his loving wife—and an exorbitant paycheck guaranteeing lifetime care for their disabled son—he crews up and ventures into a new frontier. But as the ship is circling Titan, it is rocked by an unexplained series of explosions. The crew works together to get back on course, and they return to Earth as heroes. When the fanfare dies down, Ryan and his fellow astronauts notice that things are different. Some changes are good, such as lavish upgrades to their homes, but others are more disconcerting. Before the group can connect, mysterious figures start tailing them, and their communications are scrambled. Separated and suspicious, the crew must uncover the truth and decide how far they’re willing to go to return to their normal lives. Just when their space adventure seemingly ends, it shockingly begins.

Highlights

• Well-paced storytelling.
• Unique personalities.
• Entertaining story arcs.

"An enjoyable novel for readers seeking engaging storytelling."

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The Escape Game

By Marissa Meyer

⭐ 4.1

Every great story begins with a memorable first chapter.

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An unforgettable YA murder mystery set in an escape-room themed game show, by Marissa Meyer, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Lunar Chronicles, and Tamara Moss, rising star and acclaimed author of Lintang series. It’s all fun and games until someone ends up dead. Six months ago, season four of The Escape Game ended in horror when contestant Alicia Angelos was found murdered on set. Now season five is underway, and new contestants are ready to put their skills to the test solving the show's trickiest escape rooms. There's Adi, the cryptographer; Carter, the math whiz; Beck, the wannabe game master, and . . . Sierra Angelos, the girl who got away with her sister’s murder. Or so everyone believes. But Sierra’s not just here to win. She’s here for justice. When the contestants begin uncovering clues that hint at the identity of Alicia’s true killer, it becomes clear that the stakes aren’t high in this competition, they’re deadly. If these teens want to win—and survive—the game, they must solve the biggest mystery of who killed Alicia Angelos? From #1 New York Times bestselling author Marissa Meyer and rising star Tamara Moss comes a twisty thrill-ride, filled with sabotage, betrayal, and puzzles to die for.

Why Readers Enjoy It

• Engaging storytelling.
• Memorable characters.
• Memorable moments throughout the story.

"An enjoyable novel for readers seeking engaging storytelling."

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Monsters in the Archives: My Year of Fear with Stephen King

By Caroline Bicks

⭐ 4.4

Stories that balance emotion and entertainment remain reader favorites.

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A fascinating, first of its kind exploration of Stephen King and his most iconic early books, based on groundbreaking research and interviews with King—all conducted by the first scholar to be given extended access to his private archives After Caroline Bicks was named the University of Maine's inaugural Stephen E. King Chair in Literature, she became the first scholar to be granted extended access by King to his private archives, a treasure trove of manuscripts that document the legendary writer's creative process—most of them never before studied or published. The year she spent exploring King’s early drafts and hand-written revisions was guided by one question millions of King's enthralled and terrified readers (including her) have asked What makes Stephen King’s writing stick in our heads and haunt us long after we’ve closed the book? Bicks focuses on five of his most iconic early works—The Shining, Carrie, Pet Sematary, 'Salem's Lot, and Night Shift—to reveal how he crafted his language, storylines, and characters to cast his enduring literary spells. While tracking King’s margin notes and editorial changes, she discovered scenes and alternative endings that never made it to print, but that King is allowing her to publish now. The book also includes interviews Bicks had with King along the way that reveal new insights into his writing process and personal history. Part literary master class, part biography, part memoir and investigation into our deepest anxieties, Monsters in the Archives—authorized by Stephen King himself—is unlike anything ever published about the master of horror. It chronicles what Bicks found when she set out to unearth how King crafted some of his scariest, most iconic moments. But it’s also a story about a grown-up English professor facing her childhood fears and getting to know the man whose monsters helped unleash them.

What Makes This Story Interesting?

• Captivating chapter progression.
• Strong emotional connections.
• Immersive atmosphere.

"An enjoyable novel for readers seeking engaging storytelling."

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Disenchanted

By Lucy Jane Wood

⭐ 4.4

Every great story begins with a memorable first chapter.

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Novel Overview

Sage Hemlock has no interest in embracing her witchy side. Magic has betrayed her before, bringing nothing but heartache, and she will not let something so foolish happen again. Instead, Sage has thrown herself into her work and studies, running the local museum and largely preferring the company of her library and her cat to other humans. Her one goal is to fly under the coven's radar so that she can finally shed her blasted powers forever. But when a strange historical book accidentally triggers a curse, Sage's quiet, small-town life is suddenly overrun and magic is running rife. A beanstalk grows in her garden, and her friend and co-worker Casimir starts to look an awful lot like a handsome prince. Fairytales are coming true . . . Now, with the threat of the coven on her tail, Sage must confront the magic she’s always denied to solve the mysteries of the book and save everyone she’s come to love from being lost to a fairy tale forever. The question is, can she finally learn to be her own happily ever after? Everyone is falling under Lucy Jane Wood's spell . . . ‘Beautifully crafted, sparkling with autumn magic’ Beth O’Leary 'Pure, cosy joy' Sangu Mandanna ‘Full of characters you'll cheer for’ Sarah Beth Durst ‘A book to be savored while curled up with a hot beverage and a sweet treat’ Jenna Levine ‘The novel equivalent of Gilmore Girls . . . Just add a spiced latte’ Stylist 'The book to read to get into the cosy mood just in time for autumn' Mirror ‘A warm and witchy delight’ Julie Leong ‘A mug-of-hot-chocolate in book form’ Libby Page ‘The perfect cosy fantasy novel!’ Beth Reekles

Highlights

• Engaging storytelling.
• Memorable characters.
• Memorable moments throughout the story.

"A story worth exploring for readers who enjoy fiction."

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Black Moon: A Novel

By Stephen Wright

⭐ 4.4

Readers are often drawn to stories that leave a lasting impression.

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Synopsis

An utterly wild, debauched, romantic, and violent ride inspired by the 18th-century Irish pirate Anne Bonny, reimagined here as Amethyst "Meeks" Connell, one of the most extraordinary outlaws of any age, for readers of George Saunders, Percival Everett, and Maggie O'Farrell.   Meeks is a poor Irish orphan whose energy, wit, and native sensitivity to the “main chance” take her to the unlikeliest of places. She marries into the aristocracy and follows her war-besotted husband into the latest of England and France’s seemingly endless scrapes where her husband is killed and she, on her way home, is taken prisoner by pirates, resulting in a tryst with the pirate captain that sets in motion an unlikely turn of events, leading her to join his crew. Upon the open sea, her ambition and cunning become her greatest assets as she reinvents herself anew. From Irish reformatories to the battlefields of Europe to the swashbuckling high seas, Black Moon introduces a character you’ll never forget in an adventurous world you’ll never want to leave. Throughout Meeks’ globe-spanning narrative, we come to know a heroine of unconquerable ambition, boundless intelligence, and insatiable appetite—and to recognize a lawless, brutal, and bounteous world much like our own. Black Moon is an ingenious work of ventriloquism and page-turning entertainment from “an extravagantly talented novelist” (The New York Times). 

Why Readers Enjoy It

• Well-paced storytelling.
• Interesting character interactions.
• Enjoyable reading experience.

"A captivating story filled with interesting moments."

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Barons of Torment

By Angel Lawson

⭐ 4.9

A well-written novel can transport readers into a completely different world.

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Highlights

• Interesting plot development.
• Interesting character interactions.
• Immersive atmosphere.

"An enjoyable novel for readers seeking engaging storytelling."

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Candy Cane Crush

By Lyra Parish

⭐ 4.3

Compelling characters and engaging plots continue to attract modern readers.

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Inside The Story

Candy Cane Crush is a small-town cozy holiday themed romcom set during Christmas. This book is an interconnected stand alone in the Seasonal Swoon series. This release date will be adjusted.

Reader Appeal

• Captivating chapter progression.
• Character-driven moments.
• Entertaining story arcs.

"An enjoyable novel for readers seeking engaging storytelling."

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The Murder Party

By Cindy R.X. He

⭐ 4.8

Stories that balance emotion and entertainment remain reader favorites.

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Synopsis

When June Chan's older sister Lily is stabbed to death at a secret party in front of a dozen people, June learns about the exclusive murder mystery club Lily was in, and the themed games that members played. The police rule Lily's death an accident caused by a malfunctioning prop knife and close the case. The school warns all the members—including Lily's boyfriend and best friends—and shuts Murder Club down. Everyone seems fine to move on. Accept that life isn't fair and that Lily's death was just a tragic accident…everyone but June. Determined to find out more about the Club, its members, and exactly what happened that night, she dives into the personal lives of everyone who witnessed Lily's death. As June begins to uncover secrets the club would prefer to remain hidden, it becomes clear Lily's death wasn't an accident. June realizes that the only way she can find out what really happened is to revive Murder Club and set a trap. To catch her sister's killer, she will have to host the deadliest Murder Night of all…

Why Readers Enjoy It

• Captivating chapter progression.
• Interesting character interactions.
• Thought-provoking scenes.

"An enjoyable novel for readers seeking engaging storytelling."

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The House Guest

By Jennifer Pashley

⭐ 4.3

Every great story begins with a memorable first chapter.

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Inside The Story

An aspiring chef finds she has bitten off more than she can chew when her gig as a private cook to a bestselling author turns deadly in this propulsive, whip-smart suspense novel. Brett Novak is a young upstart chef, with real, raw talent—if only she could catch a break. After getting dumped by her married girlfriend and losing the perfect job offer, Brett accepts a temporary position as a live-in, personal chef of a reclusive, bestselling author, Carson Smart, who resides in a mansion on a secluded beach in Cape Cod. Carson immediately seduces her, but things get complicated when Carson's wife, Vera, arrives home from her trip, and the love/hate relationship between the two spouses erupts, leaving Brett caught in the middle. Brett, starved for attention, craves Carson's affection and yet is oddly drawn to Vera's seductive and destructive charms. As Brett becomes an unwitting pawn and weapon, she questions how far husband and wife will go to wound the other. With nowhere else to turn, she has no choice but to stay—even as her hold on reality begins to slip. Can she survive her employers’ dark appetites?

What Makes This Story Interesting?

• Engaging storytelling.
• Memorable characters.
• Enjoyable reading experience.

"A story worth exploring for readers who enjoy fiction."

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