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Explore accurate descriptions of the past with these historical fiction picks!
The construction of a cathedral involves a story of betrayal, revenge and love in 12th century England.
When the aqueduct that brings fresh water to thousands of people around the bay of Naples fails, Roman engineer Marius Primus heads to the slopes of Mount Vesuvius to investigate, only to come face to face with an impending catastrophe.
A stunningly ambitious and beautiful novel about a blind French girl and a German boy whose paths collide in occupied France as both try to survive the devastation of World War II.
A reissue of a Pulitzer prize-winning classic, and now the major motion picture GETTYSBURG. As a result of these acclamations, this book is considered one of the greatest novels written on the Civil War.
Two youthful Texas Rangers, Gus McCrae and Woodrow Call, battle heat, thirst, bandits, Indians, and the Mexican Army in an expedition to New Mexico during the early days of the Texas Republic. By the author of Lonesome Dove.
New Adult Books
From New York Times Bestselling Author
Handsome con artist Ulises has long charmed lonely women via letters to steal their money, but money is hard to come by in 1940s Mexico. Ulises knows his looks won’t last forever, and he’s desperate to get his hands on a real fortune.
Sunday Times Top 10 Bestseller
Gwen can’t help noticing cracks beneath Pixie’s cheerful surface-especially when it comes to her questionable financial arrangement with her live-in landlord, Alec. As suspicions mount, Gwen’s protective instincts go into overdrive, triggering a dangerous chain of events no one is prepared for. The last thing Columbia Mansions wants is a scandal on its hands… Let alone a murder.
USA Today Bestseller
At 32, Joey Vasquez has the perfect life on paper—a successful lawyer, homeowner, and daughter who almost measures up. But when she attends a dinner party hosted by Elijah, the best friend she’s secretly loved for fourteen years, she’s forced to face Alex Aquino, the man she can’t stand. Then Joey dies. Given a second chance, she wakes up at eighteen, determined to win Elijah’s heart. But as she relives the past, she begins to question everything—including why she’s falling for the man she thought she hated.
From Multi- Award Nominated Author
When a missing woman’s body is discovered in a submerged car one year after her disappearance, Shaw Connolly is called to process the scene. She finds a single print belonging to a long-dead female ex-con; could it be the key to identifying the murderer? As usual, Shaw won’t stop looking until she’s dredged up more than a few hidden crimes.
New Cozy Mystery
New librarian Nichelle Gilchrest has just arrived at the Bodie Island Lighthouse Library, reporting for duty. Life throws a monkey wrench in her plans at a smooth first day when she finds a body on the steps–a body that resembles Nichelle’s missing father, who disappeared on a fishing trip 38 years ago.
Subaru Literary Prize Winner
Hirai, 38, and her colleague Suganuma, 42, share an apartment, choosing friendship over society’s expectations of marriage. As Suganuma begins a secret affair and Hirai reluctantly returns to dating, both women question what love, companionship, and fulfillment really mean. Hollow Inside is a sharp, darkly funny novel about navigating modern relationships and forging your own path.
From USA Today Bestselling Author
In 1849 London, Dr. Nora Gibson—the only female surgeon in England—fights prejudice as she champions midwives and battles a devastating cholera epidemic. With her career, reputation, and life on the line, Nora must stand firm in her commitment to save lives.
New York Times Bestseller
The inspiring true stories of a dozen U.S. service members whose courage, resilience, and selfless service shaped their lives during the wars following 9/11. From daring battlefield rescues to groundbreaking medical advances and remarkable recoveries, these veterans reveal what it means to face impossible odds with purpose and determination—and the lessons their extraordinary lives offer us all.
From Edgar-Award Winning Author
A city ready to explode: A Hollywood pedophile is arrested, and is ready to tear down the city to get his freedom. A young woman goes missing–and men in black rubber gloves who look like cops clean out her apartment in the middle of the night. And the serial killer known as the LA Ripper is on the loose, leaving tragic/graphic/brutal crime scenes in his wake. Three people trying to keep their heads above the dirty water will find themselves coming together to unite these strands into one enormous, unspeakable crime…
New Children’s and Young Adult Books
