“𝘏𝘶𝘮𝘢𝘯𝘴. 𝘍𝘰𝘳 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘮𝘰𝘴𝘵 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘵, 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘥𝘶𝘭𝘭 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘣𝘭𝘶𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘨. 𝘉𝘶𝘵 𝘰𝘤𝘤𝘢𝘴𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘺, 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘤𝘢𝘯 𝘣𝘦 𝘳𝘦𝘮𝘢𝘳𝘬𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘺 𝘣𝘳𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵 𝘤𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘦𝘴.”—Marcellus, Giant Pacific Octopus Shelby Van Pelt’s Remarkably Bright Creatures is one of those books that sneaks up on you. I didn’t expect to enjoy it as much as I did—but once I started, I couldn’t stop. Heartfelt,… Continue reading Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt
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King of Ashes by S.A. Cosby
If you’re drawn to dark, twisty mysteries with a gritty edge and a slow burn that erupts into high-stakes drama, King of Ashes will pull you in and keep you guessing until the final reveal. The story follows Roman Carruthers, a financial advisor living the high life in Atlanta—far from his family’s crematory business in… Continue reading King of Ashes by S.A. Cosby
Story Of My Life by Lucy Score
Story of My Life is classic Lucy Score—a slow-burn romance with quirky small-town charm, laugh-out-loud moments, and just enough emotional depth to tug at your heart. If you're a fan of Gilmore Girls or Schitt’s Creek, you'll feel right at home in Story Lake, PA. Hazel Hart is a romance novelist in crisis. After a… Continue reading Story Of My Life by Lucy Score
Till Summer Do Us Part by Meghan Quinn
If you’re looking for the ultimate summer rom-com, Till Summer Do Us Part by Meghan Quinn is an absolute must-read. It’s laugh-out-loud funny, irresistibly charming, and packed with some of the best banter I’ve read all year. Scottie Price has just landed a new job—and it’s a real sausage fest. She’s the only woman on… Continue reading Till Summer Do Us Part by Meghan Quinn
Sounds Like Love by Ashley Poston
Ashley Poston returns with another heartfelt, magic-tinged story in Sounds Like Love, a novel that blends romance, music, and a touch of the inexplicable into something truly special. Joni Lark, a hitmaking songwriter stuck in a creative and emotional rut, returns to her coastal hometown of Vienna Shores hoping the waves and familiarity will reignite… Continue reading Sounds Like Love by Ashley Poston
Arcana Academy by Elise Kova
Step into a world of dark academia, dangerous magic, and sizzling slow-burn romance in Arcana Academy, the gripping first installment in Elise Kova’s new romantasy series. ✨ “Fake fiancés. Forbidden magic. Tarot cards that bite back. Welcome to Arcana Academy.” 🔮📚 Clara Graysword is no stranger to survival—she’s made a living using her rare talent… Continue reading Arcana Academy by Elise Kova
Don’t Tell Me How To Die by Marshall Karp
This book completely took me by surprise—in the best way possible. Don’t Tell Me How to Die is twisty, emotional, and compulsively readable, and I devoured it quickly because I had to know what would happen next. I loved this book—easily a 5-star read for me! Maggie and her sister Lizzie lost their mom at… Continue reading Don’t Tell Me How To Die by Marshall Karp
The Underground Railroad by Colson Whitehead
Colson Whitehead’s The Underground Railroad is a haunting, imaginative, and unflinching reimagining of American slavery. Though it didn’t fully meet my expectations, I’m still glad I finally read this long-standing title from my TBR—especially as part of a book club discussion, where the weight of its themes could be explored with others. Set in the… Continue reading The Underground Railroad by Colson Whitehead
The Martha’s Vineyard Beach and Book Club by Martha Hall Kelly
Martha Hall Kelly has delivered another captivating historical fiction gem—this time set against the windswept shores of Martha’s Vineyard during World War II. The Martha’s Vineyard Beach and Book Club blends dual timelines, rich characters, and the enduring power of books in a way that’s both engaging and deeply heartfelt. It’s the kind of story… Continue reading The Martha’s Vineyard Beach and Book Club by Martha Hall Kelly
The Lost Story by Meg Shaffer
Inspired by The Chronicles of Narnia, The Lost Story blends magical realism, mystery, and a hint of romance to explore trauma, memory, and second chances. The story centers on Jeremy and Rafe, two boys who vanished in the Red Crow State Park as teens and returned six months later—healthier, stronger, and with no memory of… Continue reading The Lost Story by Meg Shaffer


