|
|
| An Unconditional Freedom by Alyssa ColeSpy vs. Spy: Experienced Loyal League operative Daniel Cumberland and new recruit Janeta Sanchez share a deep distrust of humanity and a burning desire for revenge. But one of them's a double agent.
Why you might like it: Set during the American Civil War, this 3rd book in the Loyal League series boasts memorable characters, an exciting espionage plot, and well-researched historical details.
For fans of: Beverly Jenkins' historical House of LeVeq series. |
|
|
99 Percent Mine
by Sally Thorne
What it's about: For as long as she can remember, Darcy Barrett has had a crush on Tom Valeska, her twin brother's best friend. When Tom reappears in her life, newly single, Darcy's determined to win his heart.
Author alert: Australian author Sally Thorne won many fans with her debut, The Hating Game.
For fans of: Christina Lauren's witty romantic comedies, such as Josh and Hazel's Guide to Not Dating.
|
|
|
A Princess in Theory
by Alyssa Cole
Introducing: Prince Thabiso, heir to the throne of Thesolo, and sleep-deprived, perpetually broke American graduate student Naledi Smith.
What happens: When Naledi receives an email informing her that she is the long-lost fiancée of an African prince, she chalks it up to a scam. Little does she know that it's true -- and that her handsome new neighbor "Jamal" is her betrothed in disguise.
For fans of: the 1988 romantic comedy Coming to America.
|
|
|
A Scandalous Deal
by Joanna Shupe
Starring: Aspiring young architect Lady Eva Hyde, who has had the misfortune of not one but three dead fiancés; Phillip Mansfield, a hotel magnate in New York City who reluctantly agrees to let Eva oversee a construction project.
Why you might like it: You'll root for ambitious Eva as she goes after her dream to be a successful career woman in Gilded Age society.
Series alert: This is the 2nd entry in the Four Hundred series, following A Daring Arrangement.
|
|
| The Fearless King by Katee RobertWhat it's about: When Journey King's estranged father attempts a takeover of the company she runs with her siblings, she finds an unlikely ally in business rival Frank Evans. But their plan to thwart the elder King requires them to pose as a couple.
Is it for you? The sex is explicit in this 2nd sizzling and suspenseful book in the Kings series (after The Last King).
Reviewers say: An "addictive mix of sharply etched characters, potent danger, snarky wit, and incendiary love scenes" (Booklist). |
|
|
A Wedding at Two Love Lane
by Kieran Kramer
What it's about: Professional matchmaker Greer Jones says yes to a one-of-a-kind wedding dress, the prize in a couples' contest. Since singleton Greer is sans groom, curmudgeonly British artist Ford Smith serves as her fake fiancé, while concealing his true (aristocratic) identity.
Series alert: Opposites attract in this 2nd installment of the Two Love Lane series, set in an authentically depicted Charleston, South Carolina.
For fans of: the upbeat romantic comedy of Katie MacAlister's A Matchmaker in Wonderland series.
|
|
|
About That Kiss
by Jill Shalvis
What it's about: After artisan Kylie Masters and veteran Joe Malone share an unforgettable kiss, Joe...doesn't call her. And now she needs his help tracking down a stolen keepsake.
Read it for: a quirky scavenger hunt that takes a pair of would-be lovers across San Francisco.
Series alert: About That Kiss is the 5th book in the upbeat Heartbreaker Bay series, about a magic wishing fountain that brings couples together.
|
|
|
All I Want for Halloween
by Marie Harte
Contemporary Romance. Who was that masked man? That's what Sadie Liberato wants to know after making out with a sexy stranger at a Halloween party. Meanwhile, Harrison "Gear" Blackstone, former host of local TV show Motorcycle Madnezz isn't looking for a relationship after a crushing betrayal by his ex-fiancée, yet can't stop thinking about the mystery woman he kissed. Prefer tricks and treats to mistletoe in your holiday-themed romances? Try the sizzling and sassy All I Want for Halloween.
|
|
| The Other Miss Bridgerton: A Bridgertons Prequel by Julia QuinnWhat happens: During a visit to the Dorset coast, Poppy Bridgerton is accidentally kidnapped by privateer Andrew Rokesby.
Spinoff alert: Set in Georgian England, this 3rd standalone novel of the Rokesby series introduces Julia Quinn fans to the previous generation of the Bridgerton family.
For fans of: Historical romances with long-running family sagas such as Julie Anne Long's Pennyroyal Green series or Stephanie Laurens' Cynster novels. |
|
Contact your librarian for more great books!
|
|
|
Richmond Public Library 101 East Franklin Street Richmond, Virginia 23219 (804) 646-7223rvalibrary.org/ |
|
|
|