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The Stolen Queen, by Fiona Davis, is a historical fiction novel published in 2025 . The novel tells the story of Charlotte Cross, an associate curator in the Department of Egyptian Art at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. In 1978, Charlotte discovers a valuable artifact on loan to the museum, a broad collar she believes was stolen from the Egyptian Museum in Cairo in 1936. The broad...

"Tenure" by Blaine L. Pardoe & Mike Baron. A fiction book with a copyright of 2024. The book is about Braxton Knox, a history professor whose life takes a dark turn when he misgenders a student. After losing his job and facing harassment, his wife is killed in a suspicious accident. He is further devastated when his daughter is killed during an FBI raid on his home. Driven by grief and a thirs...

Her Prodigal Husband by Becky Masterman is a thriller published in 2025. The story centers around Liesl, a woman whose husband, Sam, left her ten years prior [3]. When Sam returns, he appears to be a changed man and is apologetic for his past behavior. Liesl takes him back, but her sister, Alice, who is an author, is suspicious of Sam's motives. Alice's suspicions are further aroused when she witn...

"This is the Year" by Gloria Muñoz. It is a science fiction novel published in 2025. The story follows Julieta Villarreal , a 17-year-old living in a near-future Florida ravaged by climate change. After her twin sister is killed in a car crash, Julieta is recruited by a space exploration program for immigrant teens called the Cometa Mission . This program offers a chance for a better life, includi...

Behind the Red Wooden Door by Sofia Ulrikson is a fiction novel published in 2024. The story follows Drew , a young woman haunted by nightmares featuring a mysterious red door . After her best friend Petra moves abroad and stops communicating, Drew experiences a series of vivid dreams that transport her to strange and unsettling locations. In these dreams, she encounters a little girl wearing a bu...

Mystery Royale by Kaitlyn Cavalancia , published in January 2025 , is a paranormal fiction and mystery novel for young adults. Mullory Prudence receives a mysterious letter inviting her to participate in a game called Mystery Royale at Stoutmire Estate. She soon learns that her great-uncle Xavier Stoutmire has been murdered, and the game is designed to uncover the murderer and award his inheritanc...

"Panic", a thriller by Catherine Jinks, was published in 2025. The story follows Bronte , a young woman who seeks refuge at a rural property after a drunken rant goes viral. She becomes a caretaker for Nell , an elderly woman with dementia, under the supervision of Nell’s daughter, Veda . Veda leads spiritual rebirthing retreats and subscribes to the sovereign citizen movement. As Bronte navigates...

"The Last Bookstore on Earth," by Lily Braun-Arnold, is a science fiction novel published in 2025. It tells the story of Elizabeth (Liz), a young woman living in a post-apocalyptic world ravaged by a catastrophic event called "The Storm." Liz has sought refuge in her hometown bookstore, finding solace and a sense of normalcy among the shelves. However, her isolated existence is disrupted by the ar...

A Sea of Unspoken Things by Adrienne Young is a detective and mystery fiction novel published in 2025. James Golden returns to her hometown of Six Rivers, California, after 20 years to settle her brother Johnny's affairs following his death. Johnny’s death is presumed to be a hunting accident but James is convinced that something is not right . She feels an unsettling presence and believes her bro...

They All Fall the Same is a novel by Wes Browne Publication date: January 2025 . The book follows Burl Spoon, a ruthless Kentucky criminal who is desperately searching for his missing daughter, DeeDee. Burl's pursuit leads him into a conflict with the Begley family, who are heavily involved in the drug trade. Burl is determined to bring his daughter home safe and will do whatever it takes, even if...

Title : Lies on the Serpent’s Tongue by Kate Pearsall is a Genre: fantasy and mystery novel Publication date: 2025. It is the second book in the Bittersweet in the Hollow series. This book follows 18-year-old Rowan James, who lives in the Appalachian town of Caball Hollow and can smell lies. People in the town begin to lose their memories and Rowan investigates the connection between these events...

" Heartless Hunter" by Kristen Ciccarelli is a fantasy novel published in 2024. The book tells the story of Rune Winters, a young woman who secretly protects witches from persecution while maintaining a public persona as a witch hater. To protect the witches, she has to deceive Gideon Sharpe, a witch hunter, into believing she is not a witch herself. Rune was raised by her grandmother, a witch who...

Heir, by Sabaa Tahir, is a young adult fantasy novel published in 2024. The novel, told in alternating voices, follows three teenagers–Aiz, Quil, and Sirsha–whose fates intertwine to stop the murder of innocent children. They journey across two warring nations, Kegar and the Martial Empire, to ensure a better future for their people. Aiz, a Kegari windsmith, seeks to free the spirit of her people'...

"Murtagh" by Christopher Paolini it's a Fantasy Fiction published 2023 This book follows the story of Murtagh, son of Morzan and Rider of the red dragon Thorn, after the fall of the tyrant King Galbatorix. Murtagh embarks on a journey through Alagaësia, seeking to understand mysterious events and whispers surrounding a group known as the Dreamers. He encounters various challenges, including deciph...

"Fourth Wing" by Rebecca Yarros it's a Fantasy, Romance novel published May 2023. "Fourth Wing" is a fantasy novel that follows Violet Sorrengail, a young woman who dreams of becoming a scribe but is forced by her mother to join the Riders Quadrant. The Riders Quadrant is a brutal and competitive military college for dragon riders where Violet must fight for her survival. Along the way, she discov...

"Holidays on Ice" by David Sedaris is a collection of humorous essays published in April 2009 . The book includes seven essays about Christmas, alongside other comedic stories. One of these essays, SantaLand Diaries, details the author's experience working as an elf at Macy's during the holiday season. Another essay, Season's Greetings to Our Friends and Family!!! takes the form of a satirical Chr...

"Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West" by Gregory Maguire it's a Fantasy novel published i "Wicked" tells the story of Elphaba, the Wicked Witch of the West, from her childhood to her eventual demise. The novel explores the events that shaped Elphaba into the iconic villain from "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz", presenting a more complex and sympathetic portrayal of her character...

"Holiday Hijinks" is a sexy novella written by Makenna Jameison. It is a crossover release in the Alpha SEALs Coronado & Shadow Ops Team series, published in 2024. Slate "Striker” Hutchinson, a Navy SEAL commander, plans a surprise Christmas wedding for his fiancée, Ashleigh Moore, a romance novelist. They travel to a secluded cabin in Seattle, unaware that enemies from Slate's past are plotti...

"The Wedding People" by Alison Espach it's a Novel published in 2024. "The Wedding People" by Alison Espach is a novel that follows Phoebe Stone, a Victorian literature professor grappling with the aftermath of her husband's infidelity and the death of her beloved cat, Harry. Intending to end her life, Phoebe checks into the luxurious Cornwall Inn during a lavish wedding celebration. However, her...

"To Die For" by David Baldacci it's a Thriller published in 2024. Travis Devine, a former Army officer working for the Department of Homeland Security, is tasked with escorting 12-year-old Betsy Odom to Seattle to meet with her uncle, Danny Glass. Glass, a wealthy businessman, is seeking guardianship of Betsy after her parents' sudden death. Devine soon realizes that Glass is a defendant in a fede...

"From Here to the Great Unknown" by Lisa Marie Presley, with Riley Keough, is a memoir published in 2024. The book tells the story of Lisa Marie Presley's life, focusing on her childhood at Graceland, her relationship with her father, Elvis Presley, and her struggles with addiction and fame. It draws on recorded interviews conducted for Lisa Marie’s planned memoir and Riley Keough’s own memories o...

"The Demon of Unrest" by Erik Larson is a non-fiction historical book published in 2024. The book explores the events leading up to the American Civil War, focusing on the pivotal role of South Carolina and the mystery of how this state became the fulcrum for the nation's greatest tragedy. The book delves into the political and social climate of the time, examining: The existential fear of the Sou...

"The Anxious Generation", by Jonathan Haidt, is a social psychology book published in 2024. This book examines the surge in mental illness among young people born after 1995, known as Generation Z. Haidt argues that two trends are the primary causes of this crisis: Overprotection of children in the real world Underprotection of children in the virtual world The book investigates how these trends h...

"Framed: Astonishing True Stories of Wrongful Convictions", co-written by John Grisham and Jim McCloskey, and published in **2024**. It is a non-fiction book that presents a collection of ten true crime stories about wrongful convictions in the United States. The book aims to raise awareness about the flaws in the American justice system and advocate for reform to prevent future miscarriages of ju...

"The Sons of El Rey" by Alex Espinoza is a literary fiction novel published in June 2024. The novel follows the intertwined lives of Ernesto Vega, a Mexican luchador known as El Rey Coyote, and his sons, Alfredo and Julian. Ernesto's journey explores the allure and destructive nature of fame as he navigates the world of lucha libre, leaving a complicated legacy for his sons to grapple with. Alfred...