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| Birding With Benefits by Sarah T. DubbAs part of her ongoing post-divorce quest to embrace new experiences, 42-year-old Celeste Johanssen agrees to partner with quiet birder John for the Arizona Ornithological Society's annual birdwatching competition. This heartfelt, upbeat debut boasts mature leads, a well-drawn supporting cast, and plenty of authentic birding details. You might also like: Annabel Monaghan's Summer Romance; Maggie North's Rules for Second Chances. |
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| A Bluestocking's Guide to Decadence by Jess EverleeLesbian bookseller Jo Smith enlists Dr. Emily Clarke to provide care for her husband's pregnant mistress in this character-driven Victorian romance, the 3rd book in the Lucky Lovers of London series. For fans of: Emma R. Alban's Mischief & Matchmaking series; Olivia Waite's Feminine Pursuits novels; Adriana Herrera's An Island Princess Starts a Scandal. |
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| A Little Kissing Between Friends by Chencia C. HigginsHouston music producer Cyn Tha Starr falls for her BFF, single mom and exotic dancer Juleesa "Jucee" Jones, but worries that getting together might ruin their friendship in this steamy, heartwarming friends-to-lovers romance by the author of D'Vaughn and Kris Plan a Wedding. You might also like: Kianna Alexander's Never Let Her Go; Mason Dixon's 21 Questions. |
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| Looking for Love in All the Haunted Places by Claire KannBlack, asexual psychic Lucky Hart joins paranormal investigation show The Caretaker, and finds herself unexpectedly drawn to producer Maverick Phillips while filming on location at Virginia's haunted Hennessee House. You might also like: Sarah Adler's Happy Medium; Rosie Danan's Do Your Worst. |
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| Better Left Unsent by Lia LouisReceptionist Millie Chandler uses the "drafts" folder of her email to express all the things she can't say to the people in her life, from her obnoxious boss to her annoying coworkers to the ex-boyfriend who broke her heart. When a server outage results in every single email being sent, Millie is sure her life is over -- until she finds an unlikely ally in her work crush, Jack. Read-alikes: Suzanne Park's One Last Word; Mhairi McFarlane's If I Never Met You. |
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| Unladylike Rules of Attraction by Amita MurrayTo claim a life-changing inheritance, Anglo Indian musican Anya Marleigh must wed before her next birthday. If she fails, the money will go to the handsome, infuriating Lord Damian Ashton, whose scheming relatives will stop at nothing to prevent her from getting the money. This 2nd book in the Marleigh Sisters series, after Unladylike Lessons in Love, offers steamy romance and suspense in equal measure. For fans of: Diana Quincy's Clandestine Affairs series; Amalie Howard's Daring Dukes series. |
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| Here For the Wrong Reasons by Annabel PaulsenHoping to find "the one," Montana rodeo queen Krystin becomes a contestant on the popular reality show Hopelessly Devoted, vying with dozens of women for the heart of bachelor Josh. Yet Krystin can't stop thinking about fellow contestant Lauren, an influencer who's only on the show to boost her follower count. You might also like: Elle Everhart's Hot Summer; Karelia and Fay Stetz-Waters' Second Night Stand. |
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| A Gamble at Sunset by Vanessa RileyWallflower Georgina Wilcox impulsively kisses composer Lord Mark Sebastian, then reluctantly agrees to a fake engagement to save her reputation and avoid damaging her sisters' prospects. This series opener by author Vanessa Riley "renders the Regency in living color, with impressive historical detail and an admirably diverse cast" (Publishers Weekly). For fans of: J.J. McAvoy's Du Bells series; TV's Bridgerton. |
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| Blood on the Tide by Katee RobertTo reclaim stolen family heirlooms, vampire Lizzie travels through a portal to the watery realm of Threshold and finds an ally in selkie Maeve, who's on a quest of her own. Although this 2nd installment of the Crimson Sails series works as a stand-alone, Lizzie first appeared (briefly) in Hunt on Dark Waters, and the entire series is loosely linked to author Katee Robert's Court of the Vampire Queen. |
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| Pardon My Frenchie by Farrah RochonAshanti Wright, owner of doggy daycare Barkington Palace, would rather have nothing to do with dog-averse Thaddeus Sims, who just bought the building she needs to expand her business (how dare he!). But Ashanti's French bulldog, Duchess, and Thaddeus' grandmother's poodle, Puddin', have other plans. You might also like: Julia London's You Lucky Dog; Teri Wilson's A Spot of Trouble; Casey Griffin's Rescue Dog Romances. |
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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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