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Bad Juliet
by Giles Blunt
Still reeling from a broken engagement, Paul Gascoyne retreats to the snowy solitude of the Adirondacks, taking a tutoring job at the remote Trudeau Sanatorium. There, he meets Sarah Ballard—a captivating, elusive patient haunted by the sinking of the Lusitania. Hoping to help her heal, Paul encourages Sarah to write a memoir, but what unfolds on the page is a haunting mix of truth and imagination he can't quite untangle. As her health declines and secrets surface, Sarah asks Paul to be the one person who truly sees her—before it's too late. For fans of: The Lost Apothecary by Sarah Penner.
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Valentine in Montreal
by Heather O'Neill
Valentine is a lonely orphan working the counter of a dépanneur tucked inside a Montreal metro station—until the day she sees someone who looks exactly like her. Drawn by curiosity, she follows her mysterious double into the city’s depths and is swept into a world of gangsters, ballerinas, composers, and even a melancholy cricket. As she navigates the strange, vibrant streets above and below ground, Valentine begins to rewrite her own story. Whimsical and tender, Valentine in Montreal is a tale of self-discovery, city magic, and finding your place in the world.
For fans of: Lullabies for Little Criminals by Heather O’Neill.
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The Bewitching
by Silvia Moreno-Garcia
Minerva has always been haunted by her great-grandmother’s stories—tales of witches and vanished girls, always beginning the same way: “Back then, when I was a young woman, there were still witches.” Now a grad student in 1990s Massachusetts, Minerva is researching horror writer Beatrice Tremblay, whose most famous novel may have been inspired by a real disappearance. As she digs into the past, Minerva uncovers eerie parallels between Tremblay’s life, her own family history, and a sinister force that may still linger on campus.
For fans of: The Cloisters by Katy Hays.
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Tea with Jam & Dread
by Vicki Delany
When Lily joins her grandmother Rose on a trip to Yorkshire for the 100th birthday of the dowager countess of Frockmorton, she expects tea, tradition, and maybe a little romance—her boyfriend’s working nearby, after all. But the grand Thornecroft Castle has changed: now a posh hotel, it’s closed for a week-long celebration that quickly turns chaotic. Family tensions simmer, priceless sapphires go missing, and when a guest drops dead after eating Lily’s coronation chicken, things take a deadly turn. A cozy mystery with aristocratic drama, missing jewels, and a killer hiding in plain sight.
For fans of: The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman.
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The Deepest Fake
by Daniel Kalla
Liam Hirsch has built the perfect life—CEO of a cutting-edge AI company, devoted father, financially secure. But when a terminal diagnosis collides with his wife’s betrayal, everything begins to fall apart. As he prepares for the end, strange events at work raise chilling doubts: Could someone be using the very technology he helped create to manipulate his reality? With time slipping away, Liam teams up with private investigator Andrea DeWalt to uncover a digital conspiracy with deadly stakes. In a world of deepfakes and deception, the truth may be the most dangerous code of all.
For fans of: The Every by Dave Eggers.
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She Didn't See It Coming
by Shari Lapena
Bryden and Sam seem to have it all—successful careers, a close-knit circle of friends, a beautiful daughter, and a sleek condo in a luxury high-rise. But when Bryden vanishes without a trace, their perfect life cracks wide open. Her car is in the garage. Her phone and keys are by the door. Her laptop sits open on the kitchen table. And yet—she’s gone. As the investigation unfolds and suspicions grow, the building itself becomes a maze of secrets. What really happened that day? And how well do we ever know the ones we love?
For fans of: The Couple Next Door by Shari Lapena.
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The Fort
by Christy K. Lee
At the height of the Canadian fur trade, Abigail Williams leaves behind scandal in England for a fresh start at Fort Edmonton, where she hopes to raise her young son in peace and work alongside her father in his blacksmith shop. But the wilderness has other plans. Courted by both a fort officer and a rugged French trapper, Abby finds herself torn between two futures—until the past she tried to outrun catches up with her. Forced to flee across a perilous winter landscape with a band of voyageurs, Abby must fight for survival, freedom, and a second chance.
For fans of: The Revenant by Michael Punke.
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Children Like Us: A Métis Woman's Memoir of Family, Identity and Walking Herself Home
by Brittany Penner
Brittany Penner was adopted as an infant by a white Mennonite family and raised in a small prairie town, told again and again how lucky she was to be chosen. But growing up Indigenous in a home where her culture, name, and history are hidden from her, Brittany can’t help but wonder: Who is she, really? As foster siblings come and go—each one Indigenous like her—Brittany struggles to fit the mold expected of her: quiet, obedient, good. But the older she gets, the more she begins to search—for her roots, her birth mother, and the truth of her own story. What she finds is not simple, but it is hers.
For fans of: deeply personal narratives about identity and resilience, and stories that explore the complexity of family, both found and lost.
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When the Going Was Good: An Editor's Adventures During the Last Golden Age of Magazines
by Graydon Carter
When Graydon Carter took the helm of Vanity Fair in 1992, he stepped into a world of old-guard editors, celebrity reverence, and Condé Nast tradition—all while carrying the reputation of his irreverent Spy magazine days. What followed was a dazzling 25-year run that redefined modern magazine publishing. With his signature wit and fearless eye for talent, Carter turned Vanity Fair into a cultural force, shaping the magazine’s golden age through iconic Hollywood issues, star-studded soirées, and a legendary stable of writers and photographers.
For fans of: sharp, insider stories about media, celebrity, and the high-wire act of reinvention in the publishing world.
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Free Speech in Canada: A Beginner's Guide From Ancient Roots to Current Controversies
by Josh Dehaas
In a time when freedom of expression faces growing challenges, Free Speech in Canada offers a clear and essential guide to understanding your rights. From landmark court cases to the impact of government policies—whether local bylaws or national emergencies—this book unpacks how free speech is protected and where it still falls short. It dives into the legal frameworks and philosophical ideas that shape our ability to speak out and make change. With practical advice and steps to get involved, it empowers readers to stand up for their voice and help build a more open, democratic society.
For fans of: accessible, thoughtful guides on civil liberties and activism in today’s complex world.
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