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| Curvy Girl Summer by Danielle AllenAaliyah James, weary of casual hookups and driven by family pressure and fatphobic comments, aims to find a boyfriend before turning 30. After a disastrous blind date, she meets charming bartender Ahmad Williamson. As things heat up between them, they must weigh their friendship against taking a shot at romance. Witty and charming, this steamy romance leaves readers with reaffirming messages about healing, body positivity, and setting boundaries. |
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| Finding Mr. Write by Kelley ArmstrongFor her new book, Daphne McFadden poses as an over-the-top, macho, outdoorsy male author. The unexpected result? A bidding war, a huge book deal, and fame. To maintain the ruse, she hires Chris Stanton (who isn’t an actor) to convincingly become “Zane Remington.” As their deception becomes increasingly precarious, Chris finds himself balancing wilderness dangers, fandom, and a crush on Daphne. |
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| Isabel and the Rogue by Liana De la RosaMexican heiress Isabel Luna Valdés defies Victorian society to protect her country. British war hero Captain Sirius Dawson becomes her unlikely ally. As a covert agent, Sirius befriends aristocrats to learn their secrets. When he encounters Isabel, their mutual attraction complicates their mission. Isabel’s discovery of private correspondence could change Mexico’s fate, forcing her to choose between duty and love. Sequel to: Ana Maria and the Fox. |
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| Hot Summer by Elle EverhartAn avid fan of the reality dating show Hot Summer, Cas Morgan unexpectedly becomes a contestant when her company partners with the show's production. Aiming to secure a promotion, she plans to win over the audience as she makes it to the finals. Amidst gossip and drama, Cas finds her strategy faltering when she falls for fellow contestant Ada, who may not forgive her deception. Sexy and fueled by pop culture fun, this queer romance will have readers rooting for the couple, just like the show’s fans. |
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| The Next Best Fling by Gabriella GamezLibrarian Marcela Ortiz, heartbroken over her best friend’s engagement, and ex-NFL player Theo Young, secretly in love with his brother's fiancée, agree to a no-strings-attached relationship. Pretending to be together, they discover unexpected chemistry, navigating complicated feelings and family dynamics, while realizing their rebound might be more than they planned. |
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| Not in Love by Ali HazelwoodRue Siebert, a biotech engineer at Kline, is in upheaval after the alluring Eli Killgore spearheads a hostile company takeover that jeopardizes her once-stable existence. Their undeniable attraction and clandestine affair collide with loyalties and ambitions, as their companies engage in a power struggle -- one that puts their hearts on the line. |
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| Tangled Up in You by Christina LaurenWhen Ren, who was raised off the grid, wins a scholarship to Corona College, she meets Fitz, a determined student with a mysterious past. As they embark on a road trip, their dreams and plans unexpectedly converge, revealing that what they seek might be closer than they ever imagined -- right beside them all along. Inspired by both Rapunzel and Disney’s Tangled, this grumpy/sunshine romance is 4th in Christina Lauren’s Meant to Be series. |
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| A Shore Thing by Joanna LowellFormer painter Kit Griffith starts anew in Cornwall, selling bicycles and romancing tourists. Botanist Muriel Pendrake commissions Kit for seaweed illustrations, which he agrees to do if Muriel will accompany him on a bicycle race, to prove that women can ride as well as men. As the two begin their adventures together, desire is ignited, despite their very different lives and goals for the future. This queer Victorian love story offers charged sensuality, a trans hero, and an atmospheric setting. |
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| One Last Summer by Kate SpencerClara Millen’s life is in chaos: her dream job has become a nightmare, she’s perpetually single, and she hasn’t taken time off in years. Seeking an escape, she joins her childhood friends at their annual summer camp. However, unexpected changes -- including the camp’s sale -- lead to heart-to-heart conversations with Mack, her old camp rival. As sparks fly, Clara must choose between her long-held dreams and newfound passion. Will she embrace the life she truly desires? |
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| Under Your Spell by Laura WoodDumped, fired, and facing eviction, Clementine Monroe's life takes a wild turn after performing a drunken ritual to solve all her problems. She reluctantly accepts a new gig: working for rock star Theo Eliott. Despite her vow never to date a musician again, attraction kindles between them during their summer together. As their connection deepens, Clementine faces a choice: repeat past mistakes or embrace a magical future? |
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Contact your librarian for more great books!
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Atlantic County Library System | 40 Farragut Avenue, Mays Landing, NJ 08330
Phone: (609) 625-2776 | www.atlanticlibrary.org
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Atlantic County Board of Commissioners, Maureen Kern, Chairwoman |
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