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I found myself instantly immersed in Sewickley Heights, Pennsylvania, the evocative setting of Sweet Water. Towering trees create a thick canopy on the quiet streets dotted with historical estates. But what drew me in even more were the dark secrets hidden behind the double doors of those magnificent homes.

As a child, Sarah Ellsworth dreamed of living there, and twenty years later her wishes have come true: two perfect sons and her college sweetheart husband living in her favorite house on the block. But all too soon Sarah will understand the old adage Be careful what you wish for. Because when you have it all, there is so very much to lose. She will have to decide how far she will go to protect her youngest son—and her perfect life. When long-buried family secrets are unearthed, Sarah may be forced to risk it all.

In this stay-up-all-night page-turner filled with breathless twists and turns, the seemingly unbreakable bonds of parenthood and marriage will be tested. And with it heralds the arrival of Cara Reinard, a bold new voice in domestic suspense.

— Liz Pearsons, Editor

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As a book lover, one of my absolute favorite things is discovering an amazing book about none other than books. And what could make an already fantastic book about books even better? How about a curmudgeonly yet loveable bookseller, in a charming if antiquated bookstore, plus a feisty cat (or five)? And...what if that delightful tale were told entirely through hilarious emails, blog posts, journal entries, online reviews, letters, and more? Well, then you’d have Elizabeth Green’s incredibly funny and smart novel, Confessions of a Curious Bookseller.

In this sparkling gem of a tale, you will meet Fawn Birchill, proud owner of the Curious Cat Book Emporium, who is undoubtedly one of the most entertaining characters I’ve ever had the pleasure to get to know. Despite her very misguided (and sometimes not-entirely-legal) efforts to save her beloved bookstore, Fawn’s big heart, quirky personality, and love of literature shine through. Her transformation may be equal parts cringey and endearing, and you may begin the journey as strangers, but my guess is you will end it with a new, beloved friend.

Perfect for fans of Where’d You Go, Bernadette and A Man Called Ove, Confessions of a Curious Bookseller is a breath of fresh air for anyone needing a little more laughter in their lives.

— Alicia Clancy, Editor

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Jess Lourey has found the sweet spot for genre fiction: imaginary narratives inspired by real-life events and crimes. Last year, she gave us Unspeakable Things—equal parts gripping mystery and heartbreaking coming-of-age story. And this year, she’s returned with Bloodline, about another Minnesota town harboring a dark and horrifying secret.

In this latest novel, Lourey takes us back to the 1960s, where the civil rights movement is in full swing and the Vietnam War threatens to take young men from their homes. Pregnant Joan Harken and her fiancé have left Minneapolis to return to a simpler life—the one he had when he was a boy growing up in Lilydale, Minnesota. But there’s something a little too perfect about the people here.

Bloodline builds its plot on true events in the author’s hometown, where a kindergartner in a sailor suit vanished after his first day of school in 1944. To this day, his disappearance remains unsolved and the police no longer have the records of their investigation. Lourey imagines just what could make a town collectively “forget” a child’s disappearance.

The result is a journey that is at once riveting and horrifying and that will leave you wondering what secrets your town or city has swept under the rug.

— Jessica Tribble Wells, Editor

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One apartment complex. Three neighbors. All are keeping secrets, and one may very well be deadly—just ask the body at the bottom of their staircase.

Such is the tantalizing premise of Lie, Lie Again by Stacy Wise. But what sounds like a straightforward domestic drama on the surface is also an intriguing and complex character study. Sylvia, Riki, and Embry are all liars, sure, but there’s so much more nuance to each of their tales. Sylvia has finally found a man she’s willing to settle down with, but she needs to get his ex out of the picture once and for all. Riki is in a solid relationship herself, if only she can resist her tempting neighbor—the one who’s married to her friend. Even sweet, young mom Embry is keeping a life-altering secret from her spouse.

Wise’s clever character crafting had me rooting for each of our three female protagonists, despite their dishonest ways. And equally, Wise had me on the edge of my seat as the story progressed closer and closer to the truth behind the fall.

Whose body is it, and how did it get there, you ask? Well, you’ll just have to get to know the three liars of Mockingbird Lane if you want to find out.

— Alicia Clancy, Editor

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Looking for a timely and thought-provoking yet twisty read? One that will have you questioning your own opinions of guilt and innocence, of how you view the accuser and the accused? Then look no further than Wendy James’s delicious, slow-burning drama, An Accusation, perfect for fans of Liane Moriarty and Lisa Jewell.

All former actress Suzannah Wells wants is to live a quiet, peaceful life out in her country home. But when a kidnapped teenager snags the public spotlight following a daring escape, she points her finger at Suzannah, shattering those hopes into a million tiny pieces. Suzannah is forced into the middle of a media circus as the nation demands justice for the victim. The only problem is Suzannah has never seen the girl before in her life—or at least, that’s what she says...

Ellie Canning, the victim, has no reason to lie. And she knows things. Things she couldn’t possibly know if Suzannah were telling the truth. As secrets from Suzannah’s past are brought to light, even her own friends and family begin to have their doubts. Guilty or innocent? Sensationalism or fact? One of these women is lying, and while the most obvious question is which one, perhaps the better question is...why?

— Alicia Clancy, Editor

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Of all the famous love affairs between literary giants, none saddens and intrigues me more than the dramatic marriage between the brilliant young American Sylvia Plath and the handsome and arrogant British poet Ted Hughes. Their instant chemistry was legendary, and for a time it seemed that their remarkable connection was the antidote Plath needed to the suffering that had always plagued her, and that she wrote about so powerfully in her iconic autobiographical novel, The Bell Jar. But when Hughes became infatuated with another woman, Plath put a snack out for their young children, who were asleep in bed, and then she quietly rested her head in an oven until she died. For the remainder of his life, Hughes never spoke publicly about their relationship, but he dedicated his last collection of poems to Plath, published shortly before his own death.

When Connie Palmen (a literary giant herself) read Hughes’s collection, she, like many before her, became fascinated with the relationship—and also with the idea that despite the rumors and accusations surrounding Hughes for the rest of his life, he had never told his side of the story. So, after immersing herself in everything written by and about the two artists, she channeled Hughes’s voice to write the extraordinary book you are about to read. Your Story, My Story is an unforgettable love story and portrait of two great minds that, when fused, reached the wildest heights of both creativity and destruction.

— Liza Darnton, Editor

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Never have I read a book that so perfectly embodies the phrase “Revenge is a dish best served cold.” In this delicious tale of reinvention in the early 1900s, the recently orphaned May Kimble can’t believe her luck when she finds out that she has family in San Francisco. And she can’t believe her eyes when she arrives on the doorstep of their enormous mansion. Living in near poverty in New York, she had no idea she came from such wealth. Her mother had never said a word.

She’s dazzled by the decadence. And her newfound family wastes no time introducing her to high society. But despite all the gilt and glamour, May starts to suspect something is amiss. Before she can flee, though, her scheming relatives lock her away. Isolated amid horrifying conditions, she begins to piece together their evil plans. When the big earthquake of 1906 hits and May unexpectedly finds herself free, I was sure she’d get right to work exacting revenge. But no. She bides her time, waiting for the perfect moment to take back all that’s rightfully hers.

I love how author Megan Chance has May slowly, methodically plot her vengeance, and I couldn’t tear my eyes away as May used her newfound freedom to settle the score. She’s been given another opportunity, and this time, she won’t be so naive. Instead, she will be cold—ice-cold.

— Jodi Warshaw, Editor

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If you’ve got pint-sized truck lovers in your house, have I got a book for you! Scooper and Dumper are two friends and small-town workers who answer the big city’s call for help in a snowstorm. Dumper is a male snowplow who is always ready to brave icy roads, and Scooper is a big front loader who summons her courage and saves the day. When I was reading this, it struck me that for all the great vehicle books out there, not many focus on best friends or have a female character in a starring role. Those are just a couple of reasons I’m pleased to introduce this pair.

To top it all off, they even have their own snowplow song: “Clear the road. Salt the street. Work together, can’t be beat.” I hope the kids in your life enjoy riding along on this wintry adventure.

— Kelsey Skea, Editor

Romantic Comedy

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I love knowing the story behind the story, learning what that spark of inspiration was that led to my falling in love with the book in my hands. So when I found out that The Marriage Code was based on author Brooke Burroughs’s own real-life love story, my poor, foolish romance editor heart skipped a few extra beats. It was like learning fairy tales are real.

OK, maybe a fairy tale is pushing it. And honestly, I think Emma and Rishi would be the first to tell you that they are not your cookie-cutter romantic leads. But there is something a little magical in knowing that a story like theirs has its roots in the real world—that there is a true story where love crossed oceans and cultures and united two people who were meant to be together.

And it’s not just Emma and Rishi who fall in love. So much of this book is Emma falling in love with India, and ultimately, Emma’s love of India is just as powerful as the romance between her and Rishi. Brooke’s own experience of living in India allows her to create such a vibrant love letter to the country that captured her heart. And in Emma, Brooke has created the perfect armchair tour guide. So let Brooke steal you away with her (almost) real-life love stories. I know you’ll be as smitten as I was.

— Lauren Plude, Editor

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