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A Fatal Family Feast (A Farm-to-Fork Mystery #6)
by Lynn CahoonAngie Turner&’s Idaho restaurant, the County Seat, is the perfect site for a picturesque country wedding, but the party planning skids to a halt when the groom-to-be is implicated in a murder investigation… When Angie&’s best friend and business partner, Felicia Williams, picks the County Seat to host her upcoming nuptials, Angie wants it to feel like a family affair--especially since Felicia is set to marry the farm-to-fork restaurant&’s talented sous chef, Estebe Blackstone. Unfortunately, the bride&’s actual family is far less enthusiastic about the union. They&’re pulling out all the stops to cancel the couple&’s wedding, even arranging for a surprise visit from Felicia&’s ex-fiancé (and her father&’s current lackey). But when her ex is killed days before the ceremony and Estebe is framed for the crime, Angie and the County Seat crew must scramble to solve the murder and save the wedding . . . Praise for Lynn Cahoon's Mysteries &“Well-crafted . . . Cat and crew prove to be engaging characters and Cahoon does a stellar job of keeping them—and the reader—guessing.&” —Mystery Sceneon A Story to Kill &“One Poison Pie deliciously blends charm and magic with a dash of mystery and a sprinkle of romance.&” —Daryl Wood Gerber, Agatha winner and nationally bestselling author of the Cookbook Nook Mysteries and Fairy Garden Mysteries
Class Reunions Are Murder (A Poppy McAllister Mystery #1)
by Libby KleinFor fortysomething Poppy McAllister, taking a stroll down memory lane in Cape May, New Jersey, isn&’t just awkward—it&’s deadly. Newly widowed and stuck in a middle-aged funk, Poppy has been running on cookies, infomercials, and one-sided chats with her cat for months. There&’s no way on earth she&’s attending her twenty-five-year class reunion—especially after receiving a very bizarre letter from Barbie, the popular cheerleader who taunted her all through high school. At least, not until Poppy&’s best friend practically drags her to the event . . . Using the dreaded homecoming as an excuse to visit her eccentric Aunt Ginny, Poppy vows to leave Cape May with pride and Spanx intact. Too bad Barbie is still the queen of mean at the reunion. And worse, that her dead body is lying right in front of Poppy&’s old locker. Singled out as the killer, it&’s up to Poppy to confront her past and clear her name. But between protecting her aunt from disaster and tackling a gluten-free diet, can Poppy crack the case before she&’s voted &“Most Likely to Die&” by the murderer? Includes Seven Recipes from Poppy&’s Kitchen!
What the Hatmaker Heard (A Missy DuBois Mystery)
by Sandra BrettingWhen a groom gets murdered, Louisiana hat maker Missy DuBois must look behind a veil of secrets on a former sugar plantation . . . Bride-to-be Lorelei Honeycutt is brimming with excitement over the elaborate headpiece Missy has created for her wedding but fears she won't be able to maintain her balance when she walks down the aisle. She&’s asked Missy to assist her during the rehearsal at Honeycutt Hall, a once grand sugar plantation now used as the family's home. Missy&’s trying to keep a cool head herself, as her own wedding is coming up in three short weeks on the Riverboat Queen. But after the rehearsal, she overhears the bride and groom quarreling. The next morning, Wesley Carmichael is missing. After searching the house and grounds, Missy discovers the groom lying at the bottom of an old, unused sugar silo—and now it's up to the mystery-solving milliner to find an unbalanced killer . . .
Settling His Hash (A Chuckwagon Trail Western #5)
by William W. Johnstone J.A. JohnstoneLegendary national bestselling Western authors William W. Johnstone and J.A. Johnstone return with a new installment in the rip-roaring, gun-blazing Chuckwagon Trail series. JOHNSTONE COUNTRY. WHERE MEN STAKE THEIR CLAIMS. A chuckwagon cook who&’s also deadly with a pair of six-shooters, Dewey &“Mac&” Mackenzie is a man who has no qualms filling men&’s bellies with food—or lead. Finally cleared of a crime he didn&’t commit, he&’s able to enjoy the fruits of his labor on the trail without looking over his shoulder. But even his best served grub can be spoiled by those with evil appetites . . . TOO MANY COOKS After traversing California from one end to the other, and finding nothing much to his liking, Mac Mackenzie is heeding his heart&’s call to return to Texas. Lucky for him, a group of cowboys heading for the Lone Star state need someone who knows their way around a chuckwagon. Their previous cook&’s temper boiled over during a saloon brawl and ended up in jail. With no love for the cook—or his food—the cowboys just want to head home peaceably, share some quality meals with good company, and give their boss the small fortune they&’re carrying from the herd they sold. Otis Bradley knows he&’s no gourmet, but that&’s no excuse for his fellow cattlemen to leave him rotting behind bars. He still earned his share of the payroll for this time on the trail—and after befriending outlaw Stack Ketchum, Otis has a gang of gunfighters ready to dish out some revenge in exchange for the loot. But Otis and Ketchum&’s badmen haven&’t reckoned with the likes of Mac, a man who will settle their hash—raw and bloody . . . Live Free. Read Hard.
Murder in an Irish Bookshop: A Cozy Irish Murder Mystery (An Irish Village Mystery #7)
by Carlene O'ConnorWhen a new bookstore in the County Cork Irish village of Kilbane closes the book on an author&’s life, it&’s up to Garda Siobhán O'Sullivan to resolve the story . . . Between training the new town garda and trying to set a wedding date with her fiancé, Macdara Flannery, Siobhán is feeling a bit overwhelmed. But an author event at the new bookstore featuring Irish writers taking up residency in Kilbane offers a welcome distraction. One author, Deirdre Walsh, spends more time complaining about the unfairness of the publishing industry and megastar bestselling authors like Nessa Lamb instead of her own body of work. After the evening ends in a battle of words, Deirdre&’s body is found the next day in the back of the store—with pages torn from Nessa&’s books stuffed in her mouth. Now, Siobhán must uncover which of Kilbane&’s literary guests took Deirdre&’s criticisms so personally they engaged in foul play . . . &“A mélange of clues from classic mysteries plus plenty of Irish charm produce an enjoyable read.&” —Kirkus Reviews&“Outstanding . . . O&’Connor reinforces her place as the queen of the cozy police procedural.&” —Publishers Weekly (starred review)
Time Out (A Dodie O'Dell Mystery #2)
by Suzanne TrauthKNISH OF DEATH The amateur actors at the Etonville Little Theatre may be known for chewing the scenery, but restaurant manager Dodie O’Dell has something more appetizing for them to sink their teeth into. She’s been taking bows in her small New Jersey town for her theme menus, designed to complement the local productions. This fall, the community theatre is staging Arsenic and Old Lace, set in 1940s Brooklyn, so Dodie is serving up hot dogs, Italian ices, egg creams, and knishes at the weekend food festival. All is going well until Antonio Digenza, the ex-Off-Off-Broadway director of the show, dies dramatically while noshing on a knish. As rumors of food poisoning quickly spread, Dodie scrambles to rescue the Windjammer restaurant’s reputation. But when clues point to foul play, she’s faced with a cast of suspects all auditioning for the part of DiGenza’s murderer. She’ll need to act fast to shine a spotlight on the killer—before it’s curtains for another victim . . .
Death at the Falls (A Gilded Age Mystery #7)
by Rosemary SimpsonWhen newly minted lawyer Prudence MacKenzie and ex-Pinkerton Geoffrey Hunter travel to Niagara Falls on a mysterious assignment from Lady Rotherton, they quickly discover familiar dangers beyond the water&’s edge . . . DEATH AT THE FALLS October 1890: As Prudence and Geoffrey settle into the most elegant hotel in Canadian Niagara, they observe a popular tourist area torn between natural beauty and industrial power. Also attracting their attentions are the antics of daredevil Crazy Louie Whiting, determined to be the first person to navigate the falls without drowning. Shortly after their arrival, Crazy Louie sends a specially designed test barrel containing a sheep over the falls. But when the barrel is retrieved and opened, the battered body of a local Tuscarora Indian spills out. When Geoffrey and Prudence learn of the dead man&’s suspicions about rampant bribery among greedy land developers and local officials, they wonder if there&’s a connection to their client, Rowan Adderly. A young woman whose father disappeared while she was a child, the land she is due to inherit could be worth millions—and inevitably the sharks have come feeding. In a move to block Rowan&’s inheritance, her greedy grandmother has declared Rowan to be the illegitimate offspring of an illicit affair between her son and a seductive Irish songstress. As Prudence and Geoffrey dig deeper into the region&’s undercurrent of opportunistic greed, their investigation is impeded at every turn by murder and attempted murder. They will have to work quickly to solve a convoluted case before a determined killer sends one of them on a fatal plunge . . .
Gun
by Erick S. GrayReminiscent of Marvel&’s Luke Cage, Erick S. Gray&’s debut novel into the realm of the urban supernatural tells a gripping story of power, greed, and soul-sacrificial vengeance. Fans of S.A. Cosby&’s Razorblade Tears will be engrossed.Omar will soon take advantage of his right to bear arms—even though it might cost him his soul. Residing in one of the poorest and most dangerous neighborhoods in New York, Brownsville—Omar Richards has been the constant target of abuse and bullying. With his mother dying of cancer, his entire world seemingly falls apart, forcing Omar to question his sanity and religion. As if those terrors weren't enough, Omar's most feared adversary, Brice, is determined to make his life a living hell. When Omar makes a grim discovery left behind by murdered kingpin Sean Black, his life is forever changed. Especially once he realizes that his new secret weapon has supernatural abilities. Why settle for money, power, and respect when you can have justice!
The Frontiersman (The Frontiersman #1)
by William W. Johnstone J.A. JohnstoneIn this western series opener by two bestselling authors, an exiled young man carves a path to his future through the deadly American frontier. In Tennessee, 17-year-old Breckinridge Wallace knew the laws of nature. When his life was in danger, he showed a fearless instinct to fight back. Killing a thug who was sent to kill him got Breckinridge exiled from his Smoky Mountain home. Brutally wounding an Indian attacker earned him an enemy for life… Now, from the bustling streets of St. Louis to the vast stillness of the Missouri headwaters, Breckinridge is discovering a new world of splendor, violence, promise and betrayal. Most off all, he is clawing his way to manhood behind the law of the gun. Because the trouble he left in Tennessee won&’t let him go. A killer stalks his every move. And by the time he joins a dangerous expedition, Breckenridge has only had a small taste of the blood, horror, and violence he must face next—to make his way to a new frontier…
A Shot at Love (Will Cook for Love #2)
by Peggy JaegerNothing’s impossible when love is on the menu. In Peggy Jaeger’s luscious series, the only thing more tempting than a delicious meal is a truly delectable romance . . .Look for exclusive recipes in each book! Photographer Gemma Laine is looking for arresting faces on the streets of Manhattan when her camera captures something shocking—a triple murder. In that moment, she becomes a target for the mob—and a top priority for a very determined, breathtakingly handsome, FBI special agent. With deadlines to meet and photo shoots on her calendar, Gemma chafes at the idea of protection, but every moment she spends under his watchful eye is a temptation to lose herself in his muscular arms . . . With two of his men and one crucial witness dead, Special Agent Kyros Pappandreos can’t afford to be distracted. But Gemma is dazzling—and her connection to Kandy Laine’s high-profile cooking empire makes her an especially easy mark for some very bad people. Keeping her safe is much more pleasure than business, but as the heat between them starts to sizzle, Ky is set to investigate whether they have a shot at love . . .
Crust No One (A Bread Shop Mystery #2)
by Winnie ArcherIn a seaside California town, an apprentice baker is taking a bite out of crime . . .Business is booming at Yeast of Eden. But with a deadly mystery taking over the seaside town of Santa Sofia, the Mexican bread shop can't possibly leaven a killer's appetite . . .For once, Ivy Culpepper feels fulfilled. An apprenticeship at Yeast of Eden has opened her world to time-honored baking techniques under owner Olaya Solis's guidance—as well as the freshest small-town gossip, courtesy of chatty regulars known as the Blackbird Ladies. Ivy even begins accepting that she and restaurateur Miguel Baptista may never again rekindle their romance—despite the undeniable tension between them . . .But she's tied to Miguel again when his trusted produce supplier goes missing. Old Hank Riviera's financial troubles would make anyone consider running away forever. And with his relationship woes, there are plenty of people who might want to see Hank disappear. As Ivy, with the help of her octogenarian sidekick, turns to the loose-lipped Blackbird Ladies for leads, she soon finds herself caught in a web of lies stickier than a batch of Olaya's popular pastries . . .
Bare Devotion (The Bayou Bachelors #2)
by Geri KrotowSweet and sultry, hot and wild…that’s desire, Louisiana-style. And there’s no one better to explore it with than one of the Bayou Bachelors… Returning to her flooded New Orleans home to face Henry Boudreaux, the man she jilted at the altar, is the hardest thing attorney Sonja Bosco has ever done—even before she discovers she’s pregnant. Sonja backed out of the marriage for Henry’s sake. He wants to be part of his father’s law firm, and his parents will never approve of an interracial marriage. Better to bruise his heart than ruin his life.Henry can’t forgive Sonja, and doubts that he can trust her again. But learning that they’re going to be parents means there’s no avoiding each other. Springtime on the bayou is already steamy enough…now they’re living in the same small space while their damaged house is repaired. And with each passing day they’re getting a little more honest. A lot more real. And realizing that nothing—not even New Orleans at Mardi Gras—glows brighter than the desire they’re trying to deny…
Killing Mercury (A Will Parker Thriller #5)
by Anderson HarpCODE RED Decorated Marine lieutenant colonel and small-town Georgia D.A. Will Parker has nothing to do with the outgoing U.S. President or his administration, including the secret service. And that&’s the way he wants to keep it. But Will&’s about to get in deep, whether he likes it or not. With two terms behind him, President Prisock Jordan is leaving the White House. And his daughter, Elizabeth, a student at Harvard, couldn&’t be happier. She&’s even planned a ski trip in hopes of ditching her secret-service detail, which calls her by a code name: Mercury. But a terrorist has different ideas. Injured in the president&’s last drone strike on the outskirts of a Yemen city, Hamza Bin Laden is on Mercury&’s trail—with the help of social media and a Russian hacker. When a Marine major and confidante of Elizabeth&’s learns that Hamza may be in the U.S., he fears for her life. With Elizabeth suddenly incommunicado, he requisitions an F-16 and flies to Georgia to beg for help—discreet help—from a reluctant Will Parker. But with a shocking turn of events, the threat level quickly skyrockets, forcing Will to deal with a secret service who won&’t listen to him. For only Will has the clues to Mercury&’s true location. And when a terrorist cell murders a group of college students in a remote cabin, it&’s up to Will and one bright and brave survivor to make their way across treacherous, foreign terrain to get to Mercury—before Hamza does . . . Praise for RETRIBUTION &“Tense and authentic—reading this book is like living a real life mission.&”—Lee Child &“I seldom come across a thriller as authentic and well?written as Retribution. Andy Harp brings his considerable military expertise to a global plot that&’s exciting, timely, and believable . . . to say that I&’m impressed is an understatement.&” —David Morrell, New York Times bestselling author of The Protector &“Retribution is a stunner: a blow to the gut and shot of adrenaline. Here is a novel written with authentic authority and bears shocking relevance to the dangers of today. It reminds me of Tom Clancy at his finest.&” —James Rollins, New York Times bestselling author of Bloodline &“Outstanding thriller with vivid characters, breakneck pacing, and suspense enough for even the most demanding reader. Harp writes with complete authenticity and a tremendous depth of military knowledge. A fantastic read—don&’t miss it!&” —Douglas Preston, #1 bestselling author of Impact
Enchant the Dawn (The Enchant Series)
by Amanda AshleyA Fresh Pick at Fresh FictionDesire. Danger. Deception. The scion of the Falconer vampire clan inspires them all… When a mysterious man rescues Madison Bainbridge from a random attack, she sees only his broad shoulders, his gray eyes, his kindness. But as she gets to know Dominic, her attraction wars with the certainty he&’s keeping big secrets. Who is the menacing beauty following him around? What of the palm-reader who stops her in the park? And who&’s watching them from the shadows? Young vampire Dominic Falconer wanted nothing more than a few weeks in New Orleans, a chance to see the city on his own. He didn&’t expect to be captivated by lovely Maddy—or for enemies to surround him, eager to use the stirrings of his heart to bring down his family. A hostile rival is out for vengeance. Domonic&’s fellow Hungarian vampires are vanishing without a trace. And the shadowy Knights of the Dark Wood want nothing more than to get hold of Dominic himself. But Dominic and Maddy have a connection worth fighting for—and a passion that will awaken the unexpected in them both . . .
Flat White Fatality (A Ground Rules Mystery #3)
by Emmeline DuncanA fresh-voiced and witty cozy mystery series set in Portland, Oregon, from rising star Emmeline Duncan, starring twenty-something master barista Sage Caplin. Perfect for coffee-lovers, cozy readers, and fans of Cleo Coyle&’s Coffeehouse Mysteries. To top off her coffee business, Sage is now helping out with her boyfriend Bax&’s gaming company. Conveniently for Sage, it&’s located next door to her Ground Rules Roastery. That makes it easy for her to pitch in with Bax&’s employee team-building event. The plan is to boost morale with a scavenger hunt. And it seems to be going well—until Robbie, a programmer known for being a prankster, turns up dead in Sage&’s roastery . . . There are two suspects so far: Sage, who has no idea how the victim ended up in her space; and Bax, who was allegedly spotted arguing with Robbie the day before. But could it be a disgruntled employee? After all, Robbie&’s sense of humor was known to have rubbed some coworkers the wrong way. Now, it&’s up to Sage to find the culprit—before another life grinds to a halt.Praise for Double Shot Death&“A clever sleuth, music trivia, and plenty of West Coast vibes add up to an enjoyable read.&” —Kirkus Reviews
Right between the Eyes (Rattlesnake Wells, Wyoming #3)
by William W. Johnstone J.A. JohnstoneFrom the bestselling authors of Frontier of Violence—A lawbreaker-turned-lawman. A gunman with a grudge. A blood-soaked massacre just waiting to happen. THIS TOWN AIN&’T BIG ENOUGH In a wild frontier boomtown like Rattlesnake Wells, it&’s hard to know who to lock up, who to let out, and who to gun down. But as town marshal, Bob Hatfield must separate the sinners from the saints—or at least keep them from killing each other. Now there&’s a new boy in town. He&’s fresh out of prison. He swears he was wrongfully convicted of embezzling from his boss at the local mine. He wants to clear his name and reclaim the woman he loves. Hatfield wants to give the boy the benefit of the doubt. But when all hell starts to break loose—escalating from vicious saloon fights to violent shootouts—Bob knows there&’s more to the story than a little bad blood between townsfolk… Someone is gunning for him. Somewhere in Rattlesnake Wells, an enemy from Hatfield&’s past is waiting to make his move. And sometimes, there&’s only one way to deliver justice: right between the eyes…
The Plot Is Murder (Mystery Bookshop #1)
by V.M. BurnsThe small town of North Harbor on the shores of Lake Michigan is about to have a new mystery bookshop. But before the first customer can browse, the owner becomes a real-life murder suspect . . . Samantha Washington has long dreamed of owning a mystery bookstore. And as she prepares for the grand opening, she&’s realizing another dream—penning a cozy mystery set in England between the wars. While Samantha hires employees and stocks her shelves, her imagination also gets to work as her heroine, Lady Penelope Marsh, long-overshadowed by her beautiful sister Daphne, refuses to lose the besotted Victor Carlston to her sibling's charms. When one of Daphne's suitors is murdered in a maze, Penelope steps in to solve the labyrinthine puzzle and win Victor. In the meantime, however, the unimaginable happens in real life. A shady realtor turns up dead in Samantha&’s backyard, and the police suspect her—after all, she might know a thing or two about murder. Aided by her feisty grandmother and an ensemble of enthusiastic retirees, Samantha is determined to close the case before she opens her store. But will she live to conclude her own story when the killer has a revised ending in mind? &“A promising debut with a satisfying conclusion.&”—Publishers Weekly &“Cozy mystery readers and historical novel aficionados will adore this warm-hearted,cleverly plotted new series.&” —Kings River Life
Dead in Dublin: A Charming Irish Cozy Mystery (The Dublin Driver Mysteries #1)
by Catie MurphyEscape to Ireland with this charming whodunnit… Cozy fans will be entranced by the beautiful setting, the pair of adorable Jack Russell puppies, and of course—the deadly mystery at the heart of it all! In Dublin&’s fair city, where the girls are so pretty, murder occurs at the feet of sweet Molly Malone . . . Ferrying tourists around Dublin for the Leprechaun Limo Service makes quite a change after years in the military. Still, Megan Malone is enjoying her life in Ireland. She likes the scenery, the easy pace, the quirky, quick-witted locals. Everything—except having one of her clients drop dead at the statue of fabled fishmonger, Molly Malone. Most restaurant critics notch up their share of enemies. Elizabeth Darr, however, was a well-loved international star. She and her husband, Simon, had just had dinner when Elizabeth collapsed, and spoiled seafood is the first suspect. The restaurant&’s owner, worried her business is doomed, begs Megan to look into it. Between her irate boss and a handsome Garda who&’s both amused and annoyed by her persistence, Megan has her hands full even before she&’s cajoled into taking care of two adorable Jack Russell puppies (which she is almost definitely not keeping). But if cockles and mussels aren&’t to blame, can Megan find the real culprit . . .before another fishy death occurs?
The Morgans (The Morgans #1)
by William W. Johnstone J.A. JohnstoneA thrilling new Western series from William W. Johnstone and J.A. Johnstone featuring the Last Gunfighter himself, Frank Morgan.WESTERN JUSTICE. JOHNSTONE FURY. In this explosive new series, William W. and J.A. Johnstone bring together two of their greatest legends. The Drifter and the Kid. A gunslinging father and prodigal son, united at last, they are the Morgans. And the only thing thicker than a Morgan&’s blood is a Morgan&’s bullet… FAMILY FIRST. EVERYBODY ELSE DIES. There&’s nothing particularly unusual for a legendary gunman to be summoned to the lawless, bullet-riddled territory of Arizona. But when Frank Morgan, aka the Last Gunfighter, rides into Tucson, he finds himself ambushed and kidnapped by ruthless Mexican bandit Ramirez&’s army of thugs. The only way out is for Frank&’s son, Conrad Browning, heir to the vast Browning fortune, to ransom his father free. But Conrad isn&’t giving up one cent. He&’s got a far deadlier currency in mind . . . Conrad heads down to the border and infiltrates the compound. But to prove himself, he has to hold up a train with the rest of the gang. Ramirez catches on to Conrad&’s ruse, and the only way out is for Frank to come to the rescue. It&’s a wild turn of events for sure, but for the Morgans, when it comes to killing their enemies, it&’s all in the family. Live Free. Read Hard.
The Stepdaughter
by Debbie HowellsSECRETS, LIES, AND MURDER ROCK AN ENGLISH VILLAGE IN DEBBIE HOWELLS&’ RIVETING NEW PSYCHOLOGICAL THRILLER &“I live in a village of stone walls and tall trees, a place of cold hearts and secrets . . .&” When Elise Buckley moved with her family to Abingworth, it was supposed to be a new start. She hoped the little English village, with its scattering of houses, pub, and village church, wouldn&’t offer enough opportunity for her doctor husband, Andrew, to continue having affairs. Apparently, she was wrong. Now Elise&’s only goal is to maintain the façade of a happy homelife for their teenage daughter, Niamh. When the body of Niamh&’s best friend, Hollie, is found, the entire village is rocked. Elise, though generally distrustful since Andrew&’s infidelity, believed that Hollie was loved by her father and stepmother. Yet there was something unsettling beneath the girl&’s smile. As the police investigation stalls amid disjointed evidence, it&’s Niamh who unknowingly holds the key . . . Flitting between the villagers&’ lives, silent and unseen, Niamh is learning about the relationships and secrets that surround her—including those close to home. And as her daughter edges closer to a killer, Elise realizes that the truth may eclipse even her worst suspicions . . . Praise for Debbie Howells and Her Novels &“A nail-biter from British author Howells. . . . Fans of psychological thrillers will be rewarded.&” --Publishers Weekly on Her Sister&’s Lie &“A combination of lyrical writing and smart mystery. It's a winner.&”—Sandra Block on The Beauty of the End &“An intriguing dark psychological thriller—truly brilliant!&” —Lisa Jackson on The Bones of You &“Has been compared to Alice Sebold&’s The Lovely Bones.Unusual and haunting.&” —Library Journal on The Bones of You Visit us at www.kensingtonbooks.com
The Stone Road
by Trent JamiesonWinner of the Aurealis Award for Best Horror Novel Finalist for the Aurealis Award for Best Fantasy Novel Finalist for the Australian Shadow Awards for Best Novel With the lyrical cadence of The Last Unicorn and intense imagery of A Wizard of Earthsea, The Stone Road is a timeless story of hope, belonging, and growing into your power. Award-winning Australian author Trent Jamieson presents a haunting rural fantasy where the dead speak beneath your feet and twisted monsters hunger for their lost humanity. On the day Jean was born, the dead howled. A thin scratch of black smoke began to rise behind the hills west of town: Furnace had been lit, and soon its siren call began to draw the people of Casement Rise to it, never to return. Casement Rise is a dusty town at the end of days, a harsh world of grit and arcane dangers. While Jean&’s stern, overprotective Nan has always kept Casement Rise safe from monsters, she may have waited too long to teach Jean how to face them on her own. On Jean&’s twelfth birthday, a mysterious graceful man appears, an ethereal and terrifying being tied to her family&’s secrets. Now, Nan must rush Jean&’s education in monsters, magic, and the breaking of the world in ages past. If Jean is to combat the graceful man and finally understand the ancient evil that powers Furnace, she will have to embrace her legacy, endure her Nan&’s lessons, and learn all she can—before Furnace burns down her world and everyone in it.
Such a Pretty Girl: A Captivating Historical Novel
by T. GreenwoodPerfect for fans of Taylor Jenkins Reid, Jodi Picoult, and Emma Cline, this vividly lyrical, evocative novel from the award-winning author transports readers to the gritty atmosphere of 1970s New York City as the precarious lines between girl and woman, art and obscenity, fetish and fame flicker and ignite for a young girl on the brink of stardom and a mother on the verge of collapse.&“A gorgeously written, emotionally resonant novel about mothers and daughters.&” —Jillian Cantor, USA Today bestselling author In 1970s New York, her innocence is seductive. Four decades later, it&’s a crime... Living peacefully in Vermont, Ryan Flannigan is shocked when a text from her oldest friend alerts her to a devastating news item. A controversial photo of her as a pre-teen has been found in the possession of a wealthy investor recently revealed as a pedophile and a sex trafficker—with an inscription to him from Ryan&’s mother on the back. Memories crowd in, providing their own distinctive pictures of her mother Fiona, an aspiring actress, and their move to the West Village in 1976. Amid the city&’s gritty kaleidoscope of wealth and poverty, high art, and sleazy strip clubs, Ryan is discovered and thrust into the spotlight as a promising young actress with a woman&’s face and a child&’s body. Suddenly, the safety and comfort Ryan longs for is replaced by auditions, paparazzi, and the hungry eyes of men of all ages. Forced to reexamine her childhood, Ryan begins to untangle her young fears and her mother&’s ambitions, and the role each played in the fraught blackout summer of 1977. Even with her movie career long behind her, Ryan and Fiona are suddenly the object of uncomfortable speculation—and Fiona demands Ryan&’s support. To put the past to rest, Ryan will need to face the painful truth of their relationship, and the night when everything changed.&“Magnetic...This knotty story leaves readers reflecting on the limits of family obligations.&”–Publishers Weekly
Knot My Sister's Keeper (A Quilting Mystery #6)
by Mary Marks&“The results of a DNA test change a woman&’s life . . . A mystery combined with wry humor&” from the author of Knot What You Think (Kirkus Reviews). In tracing her ancestry, quilter Martha Rose discovers a ritzy half-sister, a stash of family secrets, and a decades-old mystery that only she can unravel . . . Martha Rose is shocked to find she has a half-sister, especially one so different from her. Giselle Cole is wealthy, widowed, and lives a glamorous life in West Los Angeles. At least her grandmother was a quilter! But Giselle can&’t answer Martha&’s many questions about their father—he disappeared when she was only a child and the few clues left behind indicate he may have been murdered. So Martha and Giselle team up on an investigation that weaves them through the streets of L.A., their father&’s hidden love affairs, and into some mysterious unfinished Cole family business . . . Praise for the Quilting Mysteries &“What&’s knot to love? Mary Marks has crafted another winner stitched together with humor and heart—Martha Rose is one gutsy lady.&” —Rochelle Staab, national bestselling author of the Mind for Murder Mysteries &“Mary Marks had me on pins and needles and wanting to wrap myself up in a warm quilt while reading her cozy debut!&” —Lee Hollis, author of the Hayley Powell Food & Cocktails Mysteries &“A pleasurable and satisfying addition to any quilting mystery fan&’s reading list. Recommend to those who cannot get enough of Terri Thayer, Elizabeth Craig, or Earlene Fowler.&” —Library Journal
Frontier America (A Preacher & MacCallister Western #1)
by William W. Johnstone J.A. JohnstonePREACHER + MacCALLISTER = DOUBLE THE MAYHEM Two of the Johnstones’ most legendary heroes—the rugged mountain man known as Preacher and the Scottish clan rancher Jamie Ian MacCallister, here together for the first time—are forced to choose sides in a blood-soaked battle for the heart and soul of a nation divided . . . FRONTIER AMERICA As the father of a young Crow tribesman, Preacher would like nothing more than to see the long-time natives and newly arrived settlers live together in peace. Then the killing starts . . . As a family man and frontiersman, Jamie Ian MacCallister is more than happy to help the officers at Fort Kearny negotiate a peace treaty with the Crow nation. Until it all goes to hell . . . This is not the American dream they were looking for. This is a nightmare. A brutal, blood-drenched frontier war that two heroic men must fight and win—or one struggling nation will never come together. For liberty and justice for all . . . Live Free. Read Hard.
Bayou Vows (The Bayou Bachelors #3)
by Geri KrotowNot even the wildest Bayou Bachelor of all can resist the right woman.Jeb DeVillier has a lot of explaining to do. True, he did steal millions from the sailboat business he ran with his partner, Brandon, and disappear to South America. But Jeb has a good reason—Brandon’s sister, Jena Boudreaux. A decade ago, she broke his heart when she chose career over their relationship. Still, when he learns she’s being held for ransom by drug dealers, he doesn’t hesitate. He’ll save her life, no matter what the danger.When Jena called Jeb out of the blue, it was to ask him to give her last words to her family. She knew the risks when she took one final mission for the CIA. Suddenly, Jeb’s riding to the rescue like her own personal Cajun knight. Yet now that they’re both safe in New Orleans, he refuses to give her a second chance.That’s not good enough for Jena. Because when you find someone crazy enough to risk everything for you, the only sane thing to do is to hang on tight . . .