June 2024 list by Bonnie Bradford
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Bye, Baby
by Carola Lovering
"Longing to reconnect with her best friend, Billie West stalks her on Instagram, and in one desperate moment takes her friends' infant baby, only to return her a few hours later, anonymously. Can she reconstruct her life and live with the consequences of her rash decision, or has she destroyed everything that was good in her life?" —Jennifer Winberry, Hunterdon County Library, NJ
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Everyone is Watching
by Heather Gudenkauf
"Five people are brought together to be game show contestants with a prize of ten million dollars. They are to live in tense isolation as the show is broadcast to the world and secrets begin to be revealed amongst them. The show won't end until their secrets are all uncovered. This is a delicious book to be devoured in one binge reading session." —Beth Emmerling, Enoch Pratt Free Library, MD
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The Great Divide
by Cristina Henriquez
"Set during the construction of the Panama Canal, this novel captures the lives of the people in the canal's orbit: locals, laborers, and a doctor studying mosquito-borne illnesses. An atmospheric and compelling novel filled with characters that leap off the page and into readers’ hearts." —Rachel Rooney, Mid-Continent Public Library, MO
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Happily Never After
by Lynn Painter
"Sophie Steinbeck finds out that her fiancé has cheated on her and wants to end the wedding. She hires a Professional Objector, Max, whose whole purpose is to show up and yell "I object!" When Sophie joins his team, they realize they are attracted to one another. What a funny, sweet, and hot romcom! Definite stars for Sophie's elderly roommates!" —Joy K., Free Library of Philadelphia, PA
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How to Solve Your Own Murder
by Kristen Perrin
"It's 1965, and Frances is at a country fair with her friends when she ducks into a fortune teller's tent and is given a fortune that predicts her murder. She then becomes obsessed with figuring out who will murder her. Many years later, when she sends for her great-niece, she starts a race against time for her murder to be solved. This novel is original, witty, and a real page-turner." —Linda Quinn, LibraryReads Ambassador
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James
by Percival Everett
"In this superb counterpoint to Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, we get the point of view of the enslaved character Jim. Through Jim's eyes, readers experience many of the familiar events from Twain's novel. However, this narrative reveals more details and realities of the horrible state of slavery. With added storylines of Jim’s humor and family dedication, this book stands out as an illuminating addition to the American classic." —MarySue Waterman, Westport Library, CT
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Listen for the Lie
by Amy Tintera
"Lucy murdered her best friend, Savvy—at least, that's what her small town believes. When a podcaster comes along searching for the truth, Lucy finally confronts the past. A cast of morally corrupt characters lead readers on a wild goose chase to solve the murder and the mystery of Lucy’s missing memories." —Andrea Galvin, Mt. Pulaski Public Library, IL
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The Mystery Writer
by Sulari Gentill
"This intriguing mystery delves into the world of book publishing. Theo is an aspiring author who meets one of her childhood idols, Dan. As they grow closer, Dan is murdered and Theo becomes embroiled in scandal and conspiracies as she tries to solve his murder and outrun those who mean her harm—before she or someone she loves is next. This novel has a million twists that will keep readers guessing until the last page." —Lauren Maxwell, Geneva Public Library District, IL
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The Other Side of Disappearing
by Kate Clayborn
"Four lives collide: two sisters whose mother deserted them 10 years ago to run off with a con man, a podcaster working on the case, and a journalist with a mission. The mystery—where did their mom go?—meshes neatly with the group’s clashing goals as they follow the woman’s trail across the country. This beautifully written novel is a thoughtful look at the many faces of love." —Beth Mills, New Rochelle Public Library, NY
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Swift and Saddled
by Lyla Sage
"The second book in the Rebel Blue Ranch series is a swoony and sweet small town romance. Readers who like found family, emotionally intelligent couples, and just overall cuteness will look forward to more in this quick-read cowboy romance." —Yentl Diego, Smith Public Library, TX
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