Broken Earth Trilogy
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N.K Jemisin’s award-winning, New York Times bestselling post-apocalyptic fantasy trilogy:
Book 1: The Fifth Season
Book 2: The Obelisk Gate
Book 3: The Stone Sky
Ballad for Sophie
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A poignant, beautifully written graphic novel about love, loss, and the power of music to heal. Sophie’s story is heartfelt and unforgettable, perfect for fans of emotional contemporary fiction.
The wedding people : a novel
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Set in a mysterious seaside hotel, The Wedding People is a witty, tender, and slightly surreal story about strangers brought together by fate—and maybe a wedding or two. With sharp humor and unexpected heart, Espach explores love, loss, and the strange rituals that connect us. A perfect summer read for fans of literary fiction with a twist of the whimsical.
The House in the Cerulean Sea
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One of my all-time favorite books. A beautiful, funny book about found family and love without the sap. An orphanage housing magical children must pass the inspection of a gruff government official. Will they pass?
Me
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Heartfelt and funny. I laughed out loud multiple times while listening to this (review of the audiobook).
Hunt, Gather, Parent
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An all-time favorite and deeply practical guide, Hunt, Gather, Parent reconnects us with our ancestral, instinctual wisdom for raising kind, capable kids—and reminds us how parenting can shape a more compassionate humanity.
Going Zero
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A fast-paced, twisty thriller where tech surveillance meets high-stakes cat and mouse. Going Zero is sharp, timely, and totally addictive—you won’t want to put it down!
Born a Crime
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Hilarious, moving, and eye-opening—Trevor Noah’s memoir of growing up in apartheid South Africa is a brilliant mix of sharp wit and powerful insight. A must-read for fans of smart, heartfelt storytelling. The audiobook is especially good.
Hakim's Odyssey
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This 3 volume series, written by Fabien Toulmé, recounts the real-life journey of a Syrian fleeing his country's on-going civil war. He leaves behind family, friends, home and his business, and in his story we learn how war can make anyone a refugee.
The Art Thief
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What does it take to be an amateur art thief in Europe? Read on to find out. Disturbing and thought provoking in equal measure.
Apeirogon
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An innovative and heartbreaking yet hopeful novel about two fathers, one Israeli, the other Palestinian, dealing with the violent deaths of their respective daughters. Blending fact and fiction, McCann does a beautiful job portraying shifting perspectives through a variety of symbols and themes.
All The Colors of the Dark
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A haunting, character-driven thriller full of heartbreak, hope, and suspense. Whitaker’s storytelling is masterful—dark, lyrical, and hard to put down.
The Love Prescription
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A quick, easy-to-use guide to improve your relationship not only with your partner but with almost any person with whom you're close. I pick this up regularly when life feels stressful or too busy and I feel the need to reconnect to my loved ones.
Demon Copperhead
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A powerful, modern reimagining of David Copperfield, this novel follows Demon, a boy growing up in rural Appalachia, as he navigates poverty, addiction, foster care, and survival with grit, wit, and heart. Kingsolver’s storytelling is raw, compassionate, and unforgettable.
The Warm Hands of Ghosts
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A merging of history, fiction, and fantasy. Set in WWI this deep, dark novel grapples with trauma, mental illness, love, and loss. A nurse searches for her brother in the trenches of France. A mythical violinist offers peace, for a price.
The Bear and the Nightingale
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A lush, magical tale rooted in Russian folklore. The Bear and the Nightingale is perfect for fans of fairy tales, strong heroines, and wintery enchantment. A story that feels like it’s been told for centuries—beautiful, brave, and utterly spellbinding.
