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A warm, atmospheric fit for readers drawn to multigenerational historical fiction, magical realism, and family sagas.
The Murmur of Bees
Historical Fiction · Literary Fiction · Contemporary Fiction
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Set during the Mexican Revolution and the 1918 influenza pandemic, The Murmur of Bees follows the Morales family after they adopt Simonopio, a mysterious abandoned child found covered in bees, with a 4.2-star average from more than 54,000 Goodreads ratings. A warm, atmospheric fit for readers drawn to multigenerational historical fiction, magical realism, and family sagas.
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From a beguiling voice in Mexican fiction comes an astonishing novel—her first to be translated into English—about a mysterious child with the power to change a family’s history in a country on the verge of revolution.
From the day that old Nana Reja found a baby abandoned under a bridge, the life of a small Mexican town forever changed. Disfigured and covered in a blanket of bees, little Simonopio is for some locals the stuff of superstition, a child kissed by the devil. But he is welcomed by landowners Francisco and Beatriz Morales, who adopt him and care for him as if he were their own. As he grows up, Simonopio becomes a cause for wonder to the Morales family, because when the uncannily gifted child closes his eyes, he can see what no one else can—visions of all that’s yet to come, both beautiful and dangerous. Followed by his protective swarm of bees and living to deliver his adoptive family from threats—both human and those of nature—Simonopio’s purpose in Linares will, in time, be divined.
Set against the backdrop of the Mexican Revolution and the devastating influenza of 1918, The Murmur of Bees captures both the fate of a country in flux and the destiny of one family that has put their love, faith, and future in the unbelievable.
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A rising TV star faces a career-ending accusation after one night changes everything.
Descent into Doubt
Literary Fiction · Psychological Fiction
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A rising TV star faces a career-ending accusation after one night changes everything. As public judgment mounts, Cayden’s memories begin to fracture, leaving him unsure of his own innocence. Dark, intimate, and psychologically relentless, Descent into Doubt explores truth, guilt, and moral collapse. 4 stars on Amazon with readers praising its intensity and unsettling realism.
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One night. Two stories. And a truth so twisted, even he doesn’t know which side he’s on.
Cayden had everything—a rising career in television, undeniable charm, and the city’s trust. But one night with a woman he barely knew ignites a firestorm of accusation. He says it was consensual. She says it wasn’t.
But what really happened that night—and who gets to decide the truth?
As headlines spiral and friends vanish, Cayden is left alone with the one thing he can’t escape: his own mind.
Memories shift. Regret festers. What he remembers doesn’t fit the story he’s clung to.
Was it just a mistake—or something far worse?
With each passing day, the line between right and wrong, between guilt and innocence, blurs beyond recognition.
Dark, intimate, and emotionally charged—with sharp flashes of humor—Descent into Doubt grips you from the first page as a man’s world—and mind—unravel under the weight of accusation.
Perfect for readers who crave morally complex characters, devastating psychological unraveling, and stories that make you question everything you thought you knew about truth.
“This book messed with my head in the best way. It’s dark, intense, and weirdly funny at times — like watching someone unravel in real time.” — Amazon Reviewer
“I devoured this in one sitting. Couldn’t stop flipping pages and rethinking everything I thought I knew.” — Amazon Reviewer
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A girls’ trip to Portugal was supposed to be all sun and celebration, but one misstep leaves Jane, Angela, and Maya with a life-shattering secret.
We Tell No One
Literary Fiction · Psychological Fiction
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A girls’ trip to Portugal was supposed to be all sun and celebration, but one misstep leaves Jane, Angela, and Maya with a life-shattering secret. Bound by a pact of silence, the friends return home only to discover that someone else knows what happened—and they’re ready to expose it all.
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A sunny getaway to Portugal was meant to be the perfect celebration for bride-to-be Jane and her friends, Angela and Maya. A chance to relax, unwind, and let loose before the wedding. But one reckless decision turns their carefree weekend into a nightmare.
As the friends board their flight home, they carry a terrible secret—one that could destroy each of their lives if revealed. To protect themselves, they make a pact: no one speaks of what happened, ever.
Yet someone else knows the truth, and they’re ready to spill. Now, Jane, Angela, and Maya must act quickly, or risk losing everything they hold dear.
How far will they go to keep their perfect lives intact? And can they truly trust one another?
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After her marriage ends and her son leaves for college, a forty-year-old woman embraces a fresh start in a small town, tasked with caring for a mysterious, centuries-old…
Magical Midlife Madness
Literary Fiction · Magical Realism
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After her marriage ends and her son leaves for college, a forty-year-old woman embraces a fresh start in a small town, tasked with caring for a mysterious, centuries-old house. What begins as a simple escape turns into a life-altering adventure as the house reveals secrets she never expected.
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“Happily Ever After” wasn’t supposed to come with a do-over. But when my husband of twenty years leaves, and my son heads off to college, I’m left with a fresh start I didn’t ask for.
At forty, I’m determined to live on my own terms. So, I take an unusual leap and move to a tiny town in the Sierra foothills, where I’ve accepted the task of caring for an old house that’s fascinated me since childhood. It’s only temporary—or so I tell myself.
But this house holds secrets I never could’ve imagined, pulling me into an adventure that’s as thrilling as it is dangerous.
Starting over may be daunting, but this time, I’m setting the rules. Will I be ready for what comes next?
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At Tokyo’s most mysterious library, Sayuri Komachi offers books that transform lives.
What You Are Looking For Is in the Library
Literary Fiction
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At Tokyo’s most mysterious library, Sayuri Komachi offers books that transform lives. For a weary worker, a struggling mother, a dreamer, and a retiree, Komachi’s recommendations ignite hope and reveal new paths forward. What You Are Looking For Is in the Library celebrates the power of books and the courage to change.
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THE NATIONAL BESTSELLER * A TIME BESTBOOK OF THE YEAR * A WASHINGTON POST BEST FEEL GOOD BOOK OF YEAR
What are you looking for? So asks Tokyo’s most enigmatic librarian. For Sayuri Komachi is able to sense exactly what each visitor to her library is searching for and provide just the book recommendation to help them find it.
A restless retail assistant looks to gain new skills, a mother tries to overcome demotion at work after maternity leave, a conscientious accountant yearns to open an antique store, a recently retired salaryman searches for newfound purpose.
In Komachi’s unique book recommendations they will find just what they need to achieve their dreams. What You Are Looking For Is in the Library is about the magic of libraries and the discovery of connection. This inspirational tale shows how, by listening to our hearts, seizing opportunity and reaching out, we too can fulfill our lifelong dreams. Which book will you recommend?
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In 1974, Ellison Russell’s quiet life is shattered when she stumbles upon her husband’s mistress—dead.
The Deep End
Literary Fiction
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In 1974, Ellison Russell’s quiet life is shattered when she stumbles upon her husband’s mistress—dead. Now a suspect, Ellison must untangle her husband’s dark secrets of blackmail and betrayal. But as the bodies pile up and danger closes in, she’s left racing to find the killer before she’s next.
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Finding her husband’s mistress dead would ruin anyone’s day, but for Ellison Russell, it may ruin her life.
It’s 1974, and Ellison has focused on her art and raising her daughter, long ignoring her husband Henry’s affairs. But when she’s named a suspect in Madeline Harper’s murder, Ellison must confront dark secrets Henry left behind: kinky affairs, blackmail, and cruelty.
As bodies pile up, Ellison realizes she’s in the crosshairs of a dangerous killer. With her overbearing mother, devoted father, and teenage daughter adding chaos to her life, the stakes have never been higher.
Can Ellison catch the killer before she becomes the next victim?
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Karissa moves to Gig Harbor for a fresh start after her husband’s betrayal.
The Best Life Book Club
Literary Fiction
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Karissa moves to Gig Harbor for a fresh start after her husband’s betrayal. Joining forces with two neighbors facing their own struggles, they form a book club that turns into something much more—a journey of friendship, healing, and second chances. Together, they just might build the lives they’ve been searching for.
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Karissa Newcomb’s fresh start in Gig Harbor is her chance to leave behind her heartbreak in Seattle. After her husband’s betrayal, she’s determined to create a new life with her daughter. A job at a small publishing company seems perfect, even if her boss is a bit grumpy.
But Karissa isn’t the only one looking for change. Her neighbors, Alice and Margot, are also rebuilding their lives—Alice, after losing her husband, and Margot, after divorce and unemployment. Together, the women form a book club that becomes more than just a distraction—it’s the beginning of their journey toward hope, healing, and friendship.
Will these women find the courage to turn the page on their past and write a new chapter?
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Ideal for readers looking for epic fantasy with fire magic, royal succession, assassins, prophecy, and a desert setting.
The Phoenix King
Fantasy · Teen + Young Adult · Asian Fiction
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Elena Aadya is heir to a desert kingdom ruled by a bloodline able to command the Eternal Fire, but she cannot wield her family's legendary magic. As her coronation approaches, the arrival of Yassen Knight, a notorious assassin now serving in her royal guard, draws them into secrets, power struggles, and an ancient prophecy, with a 3.7-star average from more than 6,600 Goodreads ratings. Ideal for readers looking for epic fantasy with fire magic, royal succession, assassins, prophecy, and a desert setting.
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The fate of a desert kingdom rests in the hands of a princess desperate for power and an assassin with a dark secret, in this action-packed debut of fire magic and ancient prophecy from a stunning new voice in fantasy.
"A CAPTIVATING ADVENTURE." —Peter V. Brett
The Ravani kingdom was born of a prophecy, carved from unforgiving desert sands and ruled by the Ravence bloodline: those with the power to command the Eternal Fire.
Elena Aadya is the heir to the throne—and the only Ravence who cannot wield her family’s legendary magic. As her coronation approaches, she will do whatever it takes to prove herself a worthy successor to her revered father. But she doesn’t anticipate the arrival of Yassen Knight, the notorious assassin who now claims fealty to the throne. Elena’s father might trust Yassen to be a member of her royal guard, but she is certain he is hiding something.
As the threat of war looms like a storm on the horizon, the two begin a dangerous dance of intrigue and betrayal. And the choices they make could burn down the world.
"Characters you just can’t get out of your head.” —Vaishnavi Patel, NYT bestselling author of Kaikeyi
"Elegant and intelligent storytelling...an exhilarating adventure perfect for fans of S.A. Chakraborty." —Library Journal
"A riveting page turner." —Booklist
"This exciting fantasy promises good things from the series to come." —Publishers Weekly
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After their home is destroyed in post-revolutionary Iran, a family flees to a remote village, seeking safety and meaning.
The Enlightenment of the Greengage Tree
Literary Fiction · Magical Realism
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After their home is destroyed in post-revolutionary Iran, a family flees to a remote village, seeking safety and meaning. In The Enlightenment of the Greengage Tree, Shokoofeh Azar blends magical realism with Persian history, weaving a powerful story of loss, resilience, and the enduring strength of imagination in the face of oppression.
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When a grieving family’s home in Tehran is destroyed during the Islamic Revolution, killing their daughter Bahar, they flee to a remote village for refuge. Hoping to preserve their intellectual freedom, they instead become trapped in the turmoil sweeping their homeland. Bahar’s mother embarks on a poignant journey, searching for meaning amid the chaos.
Set against the backdrop of an ancient Persian culture and brutal political upheaval, The Enlightenment of the Greengage Tree explores the power of imagination and storytelling in the face of trauma. Shokoofeh Azar’s mesmerizing novel brings unforgettable characters to life in a tale of resilience, beauty, and survival.
Will this family find hope amid the devastation that surrounds them?
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After surviving a helicopter crash in Vietnam, Billy Flynn returns home with devastating injuries and a shattered spirit.
A Catalog of Birds
Literary Fiction
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After surviving a helicopter crash in Vietnam, Billy Flynn returns home with devastating injuries and a shattered spirit. Unable to draw or connect with the natural world he once loved, he faces the disappearance of the woman he loves. His sister, Nell, is determined to help him heal—but time is running out.
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Billy Flynn has always dreamed of flying, just like the birds he loves to draw. In 1970, his patriotism leads him to Vietnam, but a year later, he's the only survivor of a devastating helicopter crash.
Wounded and lost, Billy returns home to upstate New York. His injuries have stolen his ability to draw, and his hearing loss has cut him off from the world he treasures. To make matters worse, the woman he loves has disappeared without a trace.
His younger sister, Nell, a brilliant student, is determined to help Billy reclaim his life. But can she save him before the weight of his past and the mystery of his lost love pull him under?
What will it take for Billy to find himself again?
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After losing her job in a political scandal, Dempsey Jo Killebrew heads to Guthrie, Georgia, to fix up her family’s crumbling estate.
The Fixer Upper
Literary Fiction · Romance
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After losing her job in a political scandal, Dempsey Jo Killebrew heads to Guthrie, Georgia, to fix up her family’s crumbling estate. But with a stubborn squatter, nosy locals, and FBI agents on her doorstep, what starts as a desperate project becomes an unexpected journey toward finding home and herself.
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When Dempsey Jo Killebrew's boss gets embroiled in a scandal, she loses her job, her income, and her future in Washington. Desperate, she agrees to help her father renovate Birdsong, the dilapidated family estate in Guthrie, Georgia. But the “fixer-upper” turns out to be a crumbling wreck, complete with a cranky relative who refuses to leave.
As Dempsey deals with small-town nosiness, shady real estate agents, and even the FBI investigating her ex-boss, she faces an unexpected challenge: turning this disaster into something she can call home.
Will this mess of a house—and her life—come together, or is she in over her head?
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The Half of It follows Helen Spencer, who thought the past was safely buried until a long-lost love resurfaces forty years later.
The Half of It
Literary Fiction · Romance
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The Half of It follows Helen Spencer, who thought the past was safely buried until a long-lost love resurfaces forty years later. Forced to confront one perfect night and decades of regret, Helen faces the possibility of forgiveness, truth, and unexpected love. Witty and tender, this poignant novel comes from USA Today bestselling author Juliette Fay and is praised by Emily Giffin.
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"Witty, tender, beautifully written, I loved being immersed in this powerful story of loss and forgiveness." —Emily Giffin, #1 New York Times bestselling author
One perfect night. Forty years of buried hurt. One chance to make it right. Can the past ever be fixed? With humor, heart, and grace, USA Today bestselling author Juliette Fay delivers a poignant, propulsive novel about settling the past, rekindling lost friendships, and discovering love when you least expect it.
“I’m wondering if we can be friends again.”
When 58-year-old Helen Spencer reviews her life, what she sees are the mistakes. Over the years, things seemed to go sideways incrementally, one little wrong decision at a time. She can even pinpoint where it all started to go awry: a wonderous, romantic night in the woods her senior year of high school with a boy named Cal Crosby. A night she would soon work hard to forget.
Forty years, one marriage, three children, and one grandbaby later, suddenly there he is—Cal Crosby!—right in front of her with grandchildren of his own in tow. The chance to finally get some answers and sort out what happened is within reach. But Helen would much prefer to keep that night and all the fury, hurt, and sorrow that followed tightly locked away where she doesn’t have to face it.
Cal Crosby, however, is ready to talk. He has no idea of the can of worms he’s about to open. In fact, he doesn’t know the half of it.
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