Author: B.K. Borison
A delightful and heartwarming small-town romance, Lovelight Farms by B.K. Borison is the perfect holiday read. Stella Bloom has always dreamed of running a Christmas tree farm, but financial struggles threaten to ruin her dream. In a desperate attempt to save it, she enters a contest that could bring much-needed publicity and a $100,000 prize. The only catch? She told a little white lie—claiming she co-owns the fa...
Author: Gabrielle Zevin
Beautifully written and deeply moving, Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin is a novel about love, ambition, and the power of creativity. The story spans three decades, following the lives of Sam and Sadie—two childhood friends who reunite in college and create a groundbreaking video game. Alongside their friend and producer, Marx, they build an empire, but success comes with challenges. Their f...
Author: Heather Marshall
A powerful and moving debut, Looking for Jane by Heather Marshall explores motherhood, choice, and resilience through the lens of history. Inspired by true events, the novel follows three women across different time periods in Canada, all connected by an underground abortion network known as "The Janes." Their intertwined stories shine a light on the struggles women faced before abortion was legalized, as well as ...
Author: Lisa Gardner
I just finished The Neighbor: A Detective D. D. Warren Novel by Lisa Gardner, and wow—what a ride! This book had me hooked from the very first chapter. It starts with the sudden disappearance of Sandra Jones, a young mother who seemingly vanishes without a trace. Her husband, Jason, is secretive and uncooperative, their marriage isn’t as perfect as it seems, and their four-year-old daughter may know more than she lets...
Author: Suzanne Collins
Sunrise on the Reaping by Suzanne Collins is an engaging prequel to The Hunger Games, offering a fascinating look at Haymitch Abernathy during the 50th Hunger Games, the Second Quarter Quell. The story reveals a darker, more brutal side of the Games, showing the harsh realities Haymitch faced and the emotional toll it took on him. I found the exploration of media manipulation and survival particularly compelling. ...
Author: Katie Cross
Miss Mabel’s School for Girls is a delightful introduction to The Network series by Katie Cross. The story follows the determined and talented Daisy, who is sent to a mysterious school for girls with magical abilities. At Miss Mabel's, Daisy learns to hone her powers while navigating friendships, rivalries, and hidden secrets that could change everything. The world-building is rich, with a perfect blend of magic, m...
Author: Christina Lauren
The Unhoneymooners by Christina Lauren is a delightful rom-com that combines humor, heart, and a gorgeous setting. Olive and Ethan, two people who can’t stand each other, are forced to take a honeymoon trip together after the rest of Olive’s family gets food poisoning. The catch? They’re stuck on the trip of a lifetime to Hawaii, with no way out. The best part of this book is the dynamic between Olive and Ethan. Th...
Author: Nicole Lundrigan
Hideaway follows Rowan and Maisy, two siblings trapped under the control of their manipulative mother, Gloria. When Rowan escapes, he seeks refuge with a stranger, but soon discovers that his new “safe place” isn’t as secure as he thought. As Rowan navigates his escape, Gloria’s influence continues to haunt them both, and the story unravels layers of family dysfunction, trauma, and hidden dangers. The book is a slow-...