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Along Came Amor
by Alexis Daria

After her divorce, Ava wants a no-strings fling—but Roman, the charming hotelier, quickly becomes more than just one night. When he turns out to be the best man at her cousin’s wedding, keeping things casual gets complicated. Now Ava must choose between playing it safe or risking her heart again.
The Dark Maestro
by Brendan Slocumb

Curtis Wilson, a classical music prodigy from inner-city DC, rises to fame despite his father Zippy’s life as a drug dealer. When Zippy crosses a dangerous cartel leader, the family is forced into witness protection, leaving Curtis’s career behind. With law enforcement failing to stop the cartel, Curtis, Zippy, and Larissa—Zippy’s girlfriend and a mother figure—decide to fight back on their own terms.
Fever beach : a novel
by Carl Hiaasen

Dale Figgo, a bumbling ex-Proud Boy, gets tangled in a mess of corruption and dark money in Florida. He teams up with Viva, a woman fresh out of a bad divorce, and Twilly, a rich man with anger issues, to uncover a conspiracy involving crooked politicians and shady billionaires. Chaos and absurdity ensue.
The Last Ferry Out
by Andrea Bartz

Abby visits Isla Colel to uncover the truth behind her fiancée Eszter’s death. The island, now desolate after a hurricane, is home to a tight-knit group of expats. When one of them hints he knows what happened to Eszter—then mysteriously disappears—Abby digs deeper, uncovering dark secrets. As she grows closer to the truth, she suspects one of the expats is her fiancée’s killer, but will she survive long enough to prove it?
The missing half : a novel
by Ashley Flowers

Nicole Monroe, stuck in a dead-end life since her sister Kasey’s disappearance seven years ago, is living in a rut. Kasey vanished under mysterious circumstances, and so did another local girl, Jules Connor, just weeks earlier. Both cases went cold, leaving Nic stuck in the past. But when Jules’s sister, Jenna, reappears, offering Nic hope, they join forces to uncover the truth—no matter the cost.
The names : a novel
by Florence Knapp

After a storm, Cora takes her daughter Maia to register her newborn son’s birth. Her controlling husband, Gordon, wants the child named after him, but when Cora hesitates, the decision sets off three alternate versions of their lives. Over 35 years, the novel explores the far-reaching effects of domestic abuse, family dynamics, and the power of choice and healing.
Never flinch : a novel
by Stephen King

Detective Izzy Jaynes receives a letter threatening to kill fourteen people in an act of retribution. As the threat becomes real, she enlists Holly Gibney's help. Meanwhile, women’s rights activist Kate McKay is targeted by a stalker during her lecture tour, and Holly is hired to protect her from a determined and dangerous adversary.
One Golden Summer
by Carley Fortune

Alice returns to Barry's Bay for a summer with her grandmother, only to run into Charlie Florek, the man she photographed years ago. Now a charming adult, Charlie challenges Alice's quiet life, making her question her heart and the possibility of love.
What happens in Amsterdam
by Rachel Lynn Solomon

Dani moves to Amsterdam after losing her job, hoping for a fresh start. But when she runs into her high school ex, Wouter, they strike an unexpected deal: a marriage of convenience to solve both their problems. As they navigate this new arrangement, Dani must decide if she’s ready to risk her heart for a second chance at love.
What will people think? : a novel
by Sara Hamdan

Mia Almas leads a double life: a conservative media fact checker by day, a stand-up comic by night. When she starts a forbidden romance with her boss and is encouraged by her bold new neighbor, Phaedra, Mia's comedy and confidence grow. But when her secret gig is exposed, Mia faces the fallout with her family, uncovering a long-buried scandal that could change everything.
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The Amalfi Curse
by Sarah Penner

Nautical archaeologist Haven Ambrose arrives in Positano to search for sunken gemstones but uncovers an ancient tale of magic & a deadly curse. As disasters unfold, she must unravel the mystery of the Curse before it's too late.
The Love Haters
by Katherine Center

Katie Vaughn pretends to be able to swim to land a job profiling Coast Guard swimmer, Hutch, in Key West. As she juggles lies, romance, and personal challenges, she must confront her fears and be honest with Hutch.
Mark Twain
by Ron Chernow

Ron Chernow’s biography of Mark Twain explores Samuel Clemens’ rise to fame, his literary works, political views, and personal struggles, offering a detailed portrait of his enduring legacy in American literature.
My friends : a novel
by Fredrik Backman

Louisa, an artist, is captivated by a painting of three mysterious figures and uncovers its connection to four teenagers who found solace in art. Her journey not only reveals their story but also sparks her own creative awakening, highlighting the power of friendship and art.
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