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Must-Read Books November 2025 |
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Where He Left Me by Nicole BaartNewlywed Sadie Sheridan is stranded at her husband Felix’s remote childhood home in the North Cascades when he suddenly vanishes during a work trip. As days pass with no word, her fear deepens and the isolated Hemlock House begins to feel haunted. Sadie uncovers disturbing secrets that make her question whether she ever truly knew Felix. With a violent storm approaching, she must fight for survival.
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| The Loneliness of Sonia and Sunny by Kiran DesaiWhile her relatives in India worry about her, Vermont college student Sonia fights loneliness by dating a famous artist, though his affection is costly. Meanwhile, ambitious Manhattan journalist Sunny hasn't told his widowed mother in India that he has a white girlfriend. Then Sonia and Sunny meet in this sweeping saga. |
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| The Last Death of the Year by Sophie HannahOn New Year’s Eve 1932, Hercule Poirot and Inspector Catchpool holiday on a small Greek island while Poirot investigates a threat against a guest in the rundown house where they are staying. Then a note appears, promising “the last and first death of the year,” which is followed by a murder. |
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| Bad Bad Girl by Gish JenBased on the life of the author’s mother, this heartbreaking and stunning story follows Loo Shu-hsin, from her privileged but unhappy childhood in Shanghai to 1947 Chicago, where she studies for an advanced degree. Marrying a fellow immigrant, she settles in New York, but she isn’t happy and mistreats her eldest daughter. |
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| The Bone Thief by Vanessa LillieRhode Island Bureau of Indian Affairs archeologist Syd Walker, who’s Cherokee, returns in this compelling second outing. Having received a promotion, she’s ready when the 300-year-old bones of a child are found at a summer camp run by the powerful Founders Society. But when the remains disappear and a young Indigenous woman goes missing, Syd has to work fast to find answers. |
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The Place Where They Buried Your Heart by Christina HenryI n a Chicago neighborhood stands an abandoned house where terrible things once happened and where children are warned never to go. As a girl, Jessie Campanelli dared her little brother Paul to enter, but he never came back. The tragedy shattered Jessie’s family. Now as a parent living on the same street, Jessie senses a growing darkness emanating from the house and must confront the evil haunting her since childhood.
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Ladies in Waiting: Jane Austen's Unsung Characters by Adriana TrigianiIn honor of her 250th birthday, eight authors have come together with imaginative reboots of the lives of several of Jane Austen's minor characters. Blurring genres and taking us across the oceans, Ladies in Waiting is a heartfelt celebration of Jane Austen and her timeless masterpieces.
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Pluto by Ben BovaIn the final book of Ben Bova’s Outer Planets series, Major Larry Randall is sent to Pluto to retrieve Dr. Aaron Mikelson, now fused with an AI after a catastrophic accident. Mikelson has detected an alien artifact and refuses to leave without it. Aboard a research vessel, the team struggles to understand the object’s purpose. Their search leads to Pluto’s moon Charon, where something ancient awakens beneath the ice.
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Masters of the Game: A Conversational History of the NBA in 75 Legendary Players by Sam SmithSam Smith teams up with NBA champion coach Phil Jackson to explore the greatest players in basketball history and their impact on the game. Drawing on decades of friendship and insider experience, they discuss icons like Jordan, Kobe, Magic, LeBron, and more, mixing sharp analysis with candid behind-the-scenes stories. The result is a lively, wisdom-filled journey through basketball’s past and present.
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Worlds of Wonder: Celebrating the Great Classics of Children's Literature by Book AuthorThis volume celebrates 75 beloved classics from more than twenty countries. It explores how Little Women and Alice in Wonderland to The Hobbit, Charlotte’s Web, and Harry Potter shape imagination and reflect the real world. Featuring original art, film stills, sketches, and manuscripts, the book highlights the richness and variety of fiction for readers ages five through young adult.
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Sisters of the Jungle: The Trailblazing Women Who Shaped the Study of Wild Primates by Keriann McGooganThis book traces the woman-led history of primatology, from pioneers like Jane Goodall, Dian Fossey, Biruté Galdikas, and Alison Jolly to modern researcher Kerriann McGoogan. Through gripping stories of exploration and research, it celebrates the courage, curiosity, and impact of the women who shaped primate science.
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The Explorers Club Presents: Letters from the Edge: Stories of Curiosity, Bravery, and Discovery by The Explorers ClubAn exhilarating collection of letters and stories from the world-renowned Explorers Club, featuring firsthand accounts of crossing boundaries and making history over the past century. For centuries, explorers from all over the globe have traveled the far reaches of what the world has to offer, helping us expand the map, learn about other cultures, and move the needle of human knowledge.
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How to Grow a Family Tree by Bea BirdsongEmmylou feels left out when her classmates share big family trees full of stories and faces. With only her mom and a few quiet names, she thinks her tree is bare—until she realizes family isn’t just who you’re related to, but everyone who loves and supports you. A tender story about belonging and the families we choose.
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| War Games by Alan GratzDesperate to help her poor family, American gymnast Evie competes in the 1936 Berlin Olympics with a secret goal: to join with other Olympians in a high-stakes attempt to steal Nazi gold. Fans of author Alan Gratz will know to expect fascinating details and gripping twists in this historical heist thriller. |
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Busted by Dan GemeinhartWhen Oscar’s grandfather gets an eviction notice from their beloved retirement community, twelve-year-olds Oscar and Natasha help an ex-mobster escape his retirement community in exchange for a share of hidden treasure. Their wild adventure turns hilarious and heartfelt as they discover friendship, courage, and what truly makes a place worth keeping.
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Little Moments in a Big Universe by Todd StewartWhen an explorer and a robot crash-land on a mysterious planet, they meet luminous creatures who help them repair their ship and clean up the crash site. Through shared stories and teamwork, they discover that connection spans even the stars in this lyrical, visually stunning tale about friendship, cooperation, and the interconnectedness of all life.
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Confessions from the Group Chat by Jodi MeadowsWhen Virginia’s private group chat messages are leaked, she goes from popular to pariah overnight. With only her cat and a mystery texter to confide in, she must face the fallout, make amends, and rediscover what real friendship means in this funny, heartfelt story of middle-school drama, first crushes, and second chances.
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