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After inheriting the struggling Printed Letter Bookshop, Madeline intends to sell it — but with the help of her two employees and a handsome gardener, can she lean on her faith and find a way to save the beloved store? “Powerful, enchanting, and spirited, this novel will delight” (USA Today bestselling author Patti Callahan Henry).
In Imperial Russia, an ancient spell becomes Anastasia Romanov’s only hope to save her family… but things change when she falls for a handsome soldier. “A magical twist on history” (New York Times bestselling author Evelyn Skye) with nearly 1,900 five-star ratings on Goodreads.
“Excellent” (Publishers Weekly starred review): During World War II, an American war correspondent is murdered in London — and sleuth Maisie Dobbs will stop at nothing to uncover the truth and catch the killer. “An immersive tale of wartime grit and grief” (Booklist) from a New York Times bestselling author.
“Powerful” (Kirkus Reviews): In 1931, bookshop owner Max falls in love with Hanna, a Jewish violinist — and 15 years later, Hanna wakes in a field near Berlin, with no memory of what happened to Max. “Filled with haunting prose, rich historical detail, and an immersive setting… Stunning” (Chanel Cleeton).
An “absorbing” USA Today bestseller (Booklist) with over 1,500 five-star Goodreads ratings! Young Alice Roosevelt makes waves as she’s swept up in political dealings, family feuds, and whirlwind relationships. “A vividly imagined portrait that mesmerized me from the first page to the last” (Kristina McMorris).
With over 1,200 five-star ratings on Goodreads: A prized painting by 90-year-old Emma’s deceased partner serves as a reminder of their love — and as collateral for her granddaughter Laura’s school tuition. But when the painting’s authenticity is questioned, both women must face the secrets of the past.
The book is titled The Slave Players, and takes place in modern day rural Alabama, perhaps a year or two…
Orphaned as children, twins Tom and Harry have always been close. But after World War II sends them on separate paths, a vicious rivalry could destroy everything… A powerful historical novel about family and loyalty.
When Abi travels to rural France for a summer job and a fresh start, she uncovers a remarkable story of tragedy and romance in the shadow of World War II. A moving historical novel with nearly 23,000 five-star Goodreads ratings.