| |  | | | This 'atmospheric and unforgettable' debut (People) will transport you to medieval Belgium | | WHY IT'S READWORTHY: | - To avoid an unwanted marriage, spirited Aleys finds refuge among a community of independent religious women — one under siege by mystical and political forces
- One of People's best books of December
- "A suspenseful page-turner that is also rigorously researched and utterly convincing — a true gem of historical fiction" (Bruce Holsinger, author of Culpability)
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 | | | This New York Times bestseller is a perfect pick for fans of The Midnight Library | | WHY IT'S READWORTHY: | - When a man acquires a series of pencil portraits in a small-town coffee shop, he sets out to return them to their subjects — and reaps the surprising effects
- This self-published sensation was picked up by a major publisher and already has over 55,000 five-star Goodreads ratings!
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 | | | Taylor Jenkins Reid meets The Princess Diaries | | WHY IT'S READWORTHY: | - Reese Witherspoon's December book club pick is "filled with secrets, scandals, and a few unexpected twists" (Booklist starred review)
- Lexi loves her quiet life in Australia — until a family tragedy leaves her next in line to become the Queen of England…
- "One of the best books I've read all year" (Natasha Lester)
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 | | | In a moment of rage, young mother April steps out the door — and 10 days of freedom turns into a decade | | WHY IT'S READWORTHY: | - In a starred review, Kirkus Reviews calls it "a profound journey of the soul" and a "staggering gut punch of a novel"
- Hailed as a best book of 2025 by NPR, Oprah Daily, and Kirkus Reviews upon publication in November
- Written in the form of April's letter to her abandoned daughter
- The first novel from a Pulitzer Prize–winning playwright
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 | | | The buzzy fiction debut from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of I'm Glad My Mom Died | | WHY IT'S READWORTHY: | - One of the most anticipated books of the year for The New York Times, USA Today, and Town & Country
- Waldo may not understand it, but she's full of desire for her frumpy, married writing teacher, Mr. Korgy. And she won't stop until she gets what she wants…
- "A bleak, hilarious, and uncomfortable triumph" (The Guardian)
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 | | | If you liked The Kite Runner or The Beekeeper of Aleppo, you'll love this 'superb' read (Library Journal) | | WHY IT'S READWORTHY: | - In Pakistan, Lalloo's family is trapped in indentured servitude — but Lalloo will stop at nothing to free them
- Rave reviews from Santa Montefiore and Marjan Kamali, who says, "Hassan's gift for storytelling makes this a beautiful and poignant read"
- Book clubs will enjoy this twist-filled, thought-provoking novel based on a true story
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 | | | 'A brilliant, entrancing, and provocative mirror-within-mirrors tale' (Booklist starred review) | | WHY IT'S READWORTHY: | - A stunning debut from a "lit world phenom" (Harper's Bazaar)
- Author Christine is on tour promoting her revenge fantasy based on an ex — until he reaches out to shake her foundation once more
- "With prose that is both lush and precise, Discipline reads like a taut thriller even though it is really an elegant exploration of creativity and commitment to one's craft" (Roxane Gay)
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 | | | Fans of Survivor and The Traitors: Here's your next must-read | | WHY IT'S READWORTHY: | - Ten years ago, Luke starred in a competition-based reality show called Endeavor. Now, he returns to the show as his personal life implodes — and must confront the bitter rivalries and broken friendships of his past
- One of the best books of 2025, according to Marie Claire
- Steven Rowley, author of The Guncle, calls it "the most fun you'll have reading all year"
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 | | | Disappear into an 1800s England steeped in atmosphere, adventure, and folklore | | WHY IT'S READWORTHY: | - Along the Cornish coast, a young widow becomes entangled with the enigmatic captain of a band of smugglers
- In a starred review, Publishers Weekly says this historical novel "stands out from the pack"
- "This enchanting debut novel offers both suspense and romance" (The Washington Post)
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 | | | Listen to Lisa Unger: 'Gothic and twisty! Don't miss it' | | WHY IT'S READWORTHY: | - A body in the woods reopens the mystery of Marlowe's friend's disappearance decades ago
- This "unsettling page-turner" (Booklist) whisks readers to a Hudson Valley estate full of secrets
- Get ready for "a heartbreaking finale that will haunt readers long after the final page is turned" (Publishers Weekly starred review)
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