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Book cover for The Living and the Dead by Christoffer Carlsson
New Scandinavian noir from 'the finest crime writer we have in Sweden' (David Lagercrantz)
WHY IT'S READWORTHY:
  • Penned by a renowned criminologist, this masterful novel is written with an insider's eye
  • The morning after two 17-year-old boys leave a house party, a corpse is found in a trunk, setting off a 20-year investigation that will unravel the secrets the two suspects are keeping from police — and each other
  • "All the makings of a page-turning thriller, but with an emotional depth that is truly rare" (Fredrik Backman)
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Media mentions for The Living and the Dead by Christoffer CarlssonMEDIA MENTIONS:The Wall Street Journal, Publishers Weekly, Kirkus Reviews, Library Journal, Booklist, BookPage, Literary Hub
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Book cover for Best Offer Wins by Marisa Kashino
Taylor Jenkins Reid says, 'I promise you, you have no idea where this story is going'
WHY IT'S READWORTHY:
  • "You'll find yourself whispering, 'OMG' through every diabolical scene" (Real Simple) in December's GMA Book Club pick
  • Margo is looking for the perfect house for her and her husband — but the hunt soon spirals into a twisted obsession…
  • "Not since Gone Girl have I been so gripped" (Alex Michaelides, author of The Silent Patient)
  • Already slated for a Hulu adaptation starring Greta Lee
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Media mentions for Best Offer Wins by Marisa KashinoMEDIA MENTIONS:Good Morning America Book Club, Book of the Month, Time Magazine, The New York Times/The New York Times Book Review, People, Real Simple, Elle, Good Housekeeping, Parade, Variety, Indie Next List, Library Reads, Publishers Weekly, Kirkus Reviews, Library Journal, Booklist
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Book cover for Spasm by Robin Cook
The 'master of the medical thriller' (The New York Times) makes a triumphant return
WHY IT'S READWORTHY:
  • "Robin Cook is at the top of his game" (Freida McFadden, author of The Housemaid) in this new installment in a popular series
  • When Jack Stapleton and Laurie Montgomery receive a plea for help investigating a rash of Alzheimer's-like cases in upstate New York, they make a chilling discovery…
  • Another harrowing read from a #1 New York Times bestselling author
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Media mentions for Spasm by Robin CookMEDIA MENTIONS:New Scientist, Publishers Weekly, Literary Hub
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Book cover for Other People's Fun by Harriet Lane
As Ruth's life unravels, the reappearance of an old friend brings a chilling realization…
WHY IT'S READWORTHY:
  • This razor-sharp thriller has The New York Times declaring, "I can think of few final scenes as barbaric as that of Other People's Fun, and not a drop of blood is spilled"
  • Full of twists and a creeping sense of unease, this riveting read from the author of Her is "hard to look away from" (Publishers Weekly)
  • "Brilliant, clever, such a pleasure to read" (Marian Keyes)
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Media mentions for Other People's Fun by Harriet LaneMEDIA MENTIONS:The New York Times/The New York Times Book Review, Good Housekeeping, The Guardian, Publishers Weekly, Kirkus Reviews, Library Journal
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Book cover for Friends and Liars by Kit Frick
A luxurious Lake Como estate belies the horrors waiting within
WHY IT'S READWORTHY:
  • "Murder, mayhem, luxury accommodations? Sign me up!" (Lisa Unger, author of Secluded Cabin Sleeps Six)
  • Five years after an heiress dies mysteriously at an Italian estate, her once-close group of friends is invited back for a memorial
  • A twisty read that's been garnering rave reviews from Joshilyn Jackson and Sarah Pekkanen, who promises, "That ending is a chef's kiss!"
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Media mentions for Friends and Liars by Kit FrickMEDIA MENTIONS:People, Kirkus Reviews, Library Journal
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Book cover for Return of the Spider by James Patterson
The latest in a wildly popular series that has inspired hit movies and a TV show!
WHY IT'S READWORTHY:
  • Iconic detective Alex Cross must retrace his steps to the beginning of his career — where he's faced with one of his most treacherous enemies
  • Believe Lisa Scottoline when she says Alex Cross "only gets better and better"
  • From a legendary bestselling author who "never, and I mean never, disappoints" (USA Today)
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Media mentions for Return of the Spider by James PattersonMEDIA MENTION:Publishers Weekly
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Book cover for 59 Minutes by Holly Seddon
What would you do if you knew you only had one hour to live?
WHY IT'S READWORTHY:
  • At minute one, all of England is alerted to an incoming nuclear missile. Over the next 59, the lives of three women intertwine as mass disaster approaches
  • "Some thrillers thrill, but 59 Minutes will change the way you think about humanity… It's going to take over the world" (Gillian McAllister, author of Reese's Book Club pick Wrong Place, Wrong Time)
  • Find out why Lisa Jewell read it "so hard and so fast that the pages fell out"
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Media mentions for 59 Minutes by Holly SeddonMEDIA MENTIONS:Good Housekeeping, The Guardian, Publishers Weekly
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Book cover for Robert B. Parker's Showdown by Mike Lupica
Fans can rejoice — Boston sleuth Spenser is back!
WHY IT'S READWORTHY:
  • An installment of a continuation series that "successfully captures the cadences and banter of Parker's crime fiction" (Publishers Weekly)
  • After receiving information that could derail a high-profile personality's career, Spenser embarks on a hunt for the truth as bodies — and more questions — pile up
  • From a New York Times bestselling author who is a frequent collaborator of James Patterson and was selected by the Robert B. Parker estate to continue the beloved author's legacy
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Media mentions for Robert B. Parker's Showdown by Mike LupicaMEDIA MENTION:Kirkus Reviews
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Book cover for Made You Look by Tanya Grant
A luxurious Catskills retreat and a looming storm sets up this winter chiller
WHY IT'S READWORTHY:
  • The resentments and betrayals among a group of friends unravel during a weekend away — just as they realize a murderer lurks within their group…
  • Jesse Q. Sutanto, author of Vera Wong's Unsolicited Advice for Murderers, said she flew through this "sly, propulsive debut" (The Seattle Times)
  • Marie Claire describes this as "reminiscent of a classic Agatha Christie–style locked-door whodunit," and Publishers Weekly promises, "This shivery slasher will bewitch suspense fans"
  • The perfect pick for fans of Lucy Foley and Ruth Ware!
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Media mentions for Made You Look by Tanya GrantMEDIA MENTIONS:Publishers Weekly, Kirkus Reviews
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Book cover for Haven't Killed in Years by Amy K. Green
Gwen Tanner knows exactly why somebody is sending grisly packages to her front door…
WHY IT'S READWORTHY:
  • For decades, Gwen has hidden her identity as the daughter of a notorious serial killer — but someone out there knows the truth, and they're determined to reveal it
  • "Funny, dark… Every time I thought I'd figured out the identity of the murderer, a new potential killer revealed themselves" (Tasha Coryell)
  • This unique twist on the serial killer thriller will keep you turning pages
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Media mentions for Haven't Killed in Years by Amy K. GreenMEDIA MENTIONS:Publishers Weekly, Library Journal
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