Browsing: Literary Fiction

A “literary treat” (Booklist) with over 900 five-star ratings on Goodreads: In 18th-century Europe, a Swiss boy with a gift for sound pursues his larger-than-life destiny in this “entertaining and eye-opening aria of a book” (The Washington Post).

“Enthralling… Beautifully told” (The Boston Globe): As a young Monet pursues art, he experiences terrible hardships as well as a great romance with Camille, his muse. A tragic and breathtaking novel set in the 19th century.

“A hoot” (The New York Times): Forced into an assisted living home, 82-year-old Cora Sledge refuses to go quietly into her twilight years and writes a tell-all journal. “Heartwarming and funny, with nary a slip into sentimentality” (Kirkus Reviews).

“Remarkable” (Diana Gabaldon): Inside a 17th-century embroidery book, Julia finds notes from a woman named Cat — detailing her kidnapping 400 years ago. Captivated by Cat’s story, Julia embarks on a life-changing journey to discover what became of her…

“Beautifully crafted” (Diana Gabaldon): In 18th-century England, Emilie is a budding alchemist — but when a dazzling stranger lures her away from her father’s isolated estate, she discovers how little she truly knows about the world.

“A heart-stopping page-turner” (Publishers Weekly starred review) from a New York Times bestselling author: Doubting reports of her ex’s death, Yasmin and her daughter search for answers in the unforgiving Alaskan tundra. “Nail-bitingly suspenseful and chilling” (Library Journal).

Wealthy Jessica leads a life of privilege, with a loving husband and two perfect children. Until one day, a terrible accident changes everything — leaving Jessica to deal with snowballing secrets and a traumatic fall from grace…

“A clever mystery” (Library Journal starred review) with nearly 4,600 five-star Goodreads ratings! In Victorian London, free-spirited Veronica finds her travels interrupted by a failed kidnapping — and a shocking murder… A New York Times bestselling author delivers “a ruthlessly intelligent heroine” (NPR).