Alice Scott is an eternal optimist still dreaming of her big writing break. Hayden Anderson is a Pulitzer-prize winning human thundercloud. And they’re both on balmy Little Crescent Island for the same reason: to write the biography of a woman no one has seen in years, or at least to meet with the octogenarian who… Continue reading Great Big Beautiful Life by Emily Henry
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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
Pictures of You by Emma Grey
When Evie Hudson wakes in an unfamiliar hospital room, she thinks she’s fresh out of a teenage party with her best friend, Bree. Except, Bree isn’t around anymore and high school was years ago. Evie had just survived the crash that killed her husband, Oliver, whom she can't remember either. After suffering a traumatic loss… Continue reading Pictures of You by Emma Grey
The Devil’s Advocate by Steve Cavanagh
He’s won every trial…because he’s behind every murder.Ambitious District Attorney Randal Korn lives to watch prisoners executed. Even if they are not guilty.An innocent man, Andy Dubois, faces the death penalty for the murder of young girl. Korn has already fixed things to make sure he wins a fast conviction. The one thing Korn didn't… Continue reading The Devil’s Advocate by Steve Cavanagh
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
Problematic Summer Romance by Ali Hazelwood
“Maybe he was the love of my life. No, I am certain that he was. But happy endings are not the rule. Sometimes you give it your all, and things still don’t turn out well. Sometimes A for effort looks just like an F in a funhouse mirror. It’s okay. I’ve survived a lot of… Continue reading Problematic Summer Romance by Ali Hazelwood
Forget Me Not by Stacy Willingham
Twenty-two years ago, Claire Campbell’s older sister, Natalie, disappeared shortly after her eighteenth birthday. Days later, her blood was found in a car, a man was arrested, and the case was swiftly closed. In the decades since, Claire has attempted to forget her traumatic past by moving to the city and climbing the ranks as… Continue reading Forget Me Not by Stacy Willingham
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


