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The Bronze Horseman
by Paullina Simons
A sweeping love story set in WWII-era Leningrad, following the lives of a young couple amidst the chaos of war.
From Book 1: The golden skies, the translucent twilight, the white nights, all hold the promise of youth, of love, of eternal renewal. The war has not yet touched this city of fallen grandeur, or the ... (Goodreads)
A Scot in the Dark
by Sarah MacLean
A Scottish Duke is forced to marry a scandalous woman to save his reputation, but finds himself falling for her.
Lonesome Lily Turned Scandalous Siren Miss Lillian Hargrove has lived much of her life alone in a gilded cage, longing for love and companionship. When an artist offers her pretty promises and begs ... (Goodreads)
Mademoiselle Chanel
by C.W. Gortner
The life story of Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel, from her humble beginnings to her rise as a fashion icon.
For readers of The Paris Wife and Z comes this vivid novel full of drama, passion, tragedy, and beauty that stunningly imagines the life of iconic fashion designer Coco Chanel—the ambitious, gifted ... (Barnes & Noble)
A Memory of Violets: A Novel of London's Flower Sellers
by Hazel Gaynor
A heartwarming story of two flower sellers in Victorian London, their struggles, and the power of hope and love.
From the author of the USA Today bestseller The Girl Who Came Home comes an unforgettable historical novel that tells the story of two long-lost sisters—orphaned flower sellers—and a young woman who ... (Barnes & Noble)
An Offer From a Gentleman: the 2nd Epilogue
by Julia Quinn
A romantic tale of a Cinderella story with a twist. A young woman falls in love with a mysterious man at a masquerade ball.
Everyone deserves a happy ending. Especially Posy Reiling, the decidedly not evil stepsister from An Offer From a Gentleman. She's been living with the Bridgertons for three years, but despite ... (Goodreads)
First Comes Marriage
by Mary Balogh
A marriage of convenience between two strangers leads to unexpected love and passion.
Against the scandal and seduction of Regency England, New York Times bestselling author Mary Balogh introduces an extraordinary family—the fiery, sensual Huxtables. Vanessa is the second daughter, ... (Goodreads)
Tatiana and Alexander
by Paullina Simons
A passionate love story between two people from different worlds, struggling to find a place in a rapidly changing world.
Tatiana is eighteen years old, pregnant, and widowed when she escapes war-torn Leningrad to find a new life in America. But the ghosts of her past do not rest easily. She becomes consumed by the ... (Goodreads)
The Singles Game
by Lauren Weisberger
A young tennis player navigates the cutthroat world of professional tennis, facing tough choices and personal sacrifices along the way.
The new novel from the New York Times bestselling author of The Devil Wears Prada and Revenge Wears Prada—a dishy tell-all about a beautiful tennis prodigy who, after changing coaches, suddenly makes ... (Goodreads)
Two Steps Forward
by Graeme Simsion
Two strangers with different backgrounds embark on a journey of self-discovery while walking the Camino de Santiago.
From the New York Times bestselling author of The Rosie Project comes a story of taking chances and learning to love again as two people, one mourning her husband and the other recovering from ... (Goodreads)
The Matchmaker
by Elin Hilderbrand
Dabney, a matchmaker, tries to find love for her daughter while keeping a secret from her past. A heartwarming story of family and love.
In this moving story about losing and finding love again, a woman sets out to find the perfect matches for those closest to her., 48-year-old Nantucketer Dabney Kimball Beech has always had a gift ... (Barnes & Noble)
Morning Glory
by LaVyrle Spencer
A woman's personal journey of growth and self-discovery, bolstered by a chance encounter with an old flame.
LOVE IN A STRANGER'S EYES... ELLY In town, they called her "Crazy Widow Dinsmore." But Elly was no stranger to their ridicule–she had been an outsider all her life, growing up in a boarded-up old ... (Goodreads)
Romancing Mister Bridgerton: The 2nd Epilogue
by Julia Quinn
A continuation of the Bridgerton series, following the love story of Penelope Featherington and Colin Bridgerton.
We can't really say more without giving away a big, fat spoiler, but it turns out that Colin is a bit of a meddler, Hyacinth is more of a meddler, and the only time all of the Bridgertons stop ... (Goodreads)
The Lost Duke of Wyndham
by Julia Quinn
A case of mistaken identity leads to a duke discovering his true heritage and falling in love with a woman from a different social class.
WILL THE REAL DUKE OF WYNDHAM PLEASE STAND UP? Jack Audley has been a highwayman. A soldier. And he has always been a rogue. What he is not, and never wanted to be, is a peer of the realm, ... (Goodreads)
Brown-Eyed Girl
by Lisa Kleypas
Wealthy businessman meets his match in a spirited woman who challenges his beliefs and steals his heart.
The much anticipated final book in the Travis series,, Brown-Eyed Girl, from beloved author Lisa Kleypas, Wedding planner Avery Crosslin may be a rising star in Houston society, but she doesn't ... (Barnes & Noble)
How to Be an American Housewife
by Margaret Dilloway
A Japanese woman marries an American soldier and moves to the US, where she struggles to adapt to a new culture while raising her daughter.
A lively and surprising novel about a Japanese woman with a closely guarded secret, the American daughter who strives to live up to her mother's standards, and the rejuvenating power of forgiveness. ... (Goodreads)
We Met in December
by Rosie Curtis
Jess and Alex meet in a London house-share in December. Their friendship blossoms into a romance, but life and secrets get in the way.
Following a year in the life of a twenty-something British woman who falls hard for her London flat mate, this clever, fun, and unforgettable romantic comedy is the perfect feel-good holiday read. ... (Barnes & Noble)
The Things We Cannot Say
by Kelly Rimmer
A family saga that explores the power of love and the sacrifices we make for those we cherish. A story of hope, resilience, and the unbreakable bond of family.
Kelly Rimmer, the, USA TODAY, bestselling author of, Before I Let You Go, returns with a powerful and life-affirming novel about the legacy of war and its impact on one memorable family. Told through ... (Barnes & Noble)
The Queen of the Night
by Alexander Chee
A legendary soprano's past is revealed as she navigates the treacherous world of 19th century Parisian opera.
Lilliet Berne is a sensation of the Paris Opera, a legendary soprano with every accolade except an original role, every singer’s chance at immortality. When one is finally offered to her, she ... (Goodreads)
Billy and Me
by Giovanna Fletcher
A small-town girl falls in love with a famous actor, but struggles to adapt to his glamorous lifestyle.
In this utterly sweet and moving women's fiction novel, a celebrity comes to town and sweeps a young woman - who is used to being overlooked - off her feet. Sophie May is content with her life in her ... (Goodreads)
The Virgin Blue
by Tracy Chevalier
A Frenchwoman's search for her past intertwines with the emotions of a present-day American researcher.
Meet Ella Turner and Isabelle du Moulin—two women born centuries apart, yet bound by a fateful family legacy. When Ella and her husband move to a small town in France, Ella hopes to brush up on her ... (Goodreads)
Falling Angels
by Tracy Chevalier
Family drama spanning three generations of two Victorian families in London.
In her New York Times bestselling follow-up, Tracy Chevalier once again paints a distant age with a rich and provocative palette of characters. Told through a variety of shifting perspectives- wives ... (Goodreads)
Secrets of a Charmed Life
by Susan Meissner
A young woman discovers family secrets, learns the power of forgiveness and finds her place in the world.
The author of, A Bridge Across the Ocean, and, The Last Year of the War, journeys from the present day to World War II England, as two sisters are separated by the chaos of wartime... , , Current ... (Goodreads)
In Twenty Years
by Allison Winn Scotch
College friends reunite after 20 years and confront secrets, regrets, and missed opportunities.
Twenty years ago, six Penn students shared a house, naively certain that their friendships would endure—until the death of their ringleader and dear friend Bea splintered the group for good. Now, ... (Barnes & Noble)
Orphan Number Eight
by Kim van Alkemade
A historical fiction about a Jewish orphan seeking revenge on the doctor who experimented on her at a Jewish orphanage during WWII.
New York Times and USA Today Bestseller In this stunning new historical novel inspired by true events, Kim van Alkemade tells the fascinating story of a woman who must choose between revenge and ... (Barnes & Noble)
Beneath a Marble Sky
by John Shors
A historical fiction novel set in 17th century India, following the construction of the Taj Mahal and the love story behind it.
Journey to dazzling seventeenth-century Hindustan, where the reigning emperor, consumed with grief over the tragic death of his beloved wife, commissioned the building of a grand mausoleum as a ... (Barnes & Noble)
The Overdue Life of Amy Byler
by Kelly Harms
After her husband returns from a long absence, Amy Byler takes a break from single motherhood and rediscovers herself in New York City.
An Amazon Charts and, Washington Post, bestseller., ,“A laugh-out-loud funny, pitch-perfect novel that will have readers rooting for this unlikely, relatable, and totally lovable heroine,, The ... (Barnes & Noble)
My Dear Hamilton: A Novel of Eliza Schuyler Hamilton
by Stephanie Dray
A historical fiction novel that tells the story of Eliza Schuyler Hamilton, wife of Alexander Hamilton, and her role in shaping America's early history.
"An edge-of my sear immersion into historical events...No study of Alexander Hamilton would be complete without reading this book." —Karen White, New York Times bestselling author "The best book of ... (Barnes & Noble)
The Gatecrasher
by Madeleine Wickham
A middle-aged woman crashes funerals to find wealthy widowers to marry, until she meets her match.
Everything's coming up roses for Fleur Daxeny, as she goes through more rich men than she does designer hats... if that's humanly possible. Beautiful, charming, and utterly irresistible, her success ... (Goodreads)
No Judgments
by Meg Cabot
A young woman returns to her hometown in Florida to help her grandmother during a hurricane, and finds love and self-discovery along the way.
The storm of the century is about to hit Little Bridge Island, Florida—and it’s sending waves crashing through Sabrina “Bree” Beckham’s love life… When a massive hurricane severs all power and cell ... (Barnes & Noble)
Do You Want to Start a Scandal
by Tessa Dare
A young woman is caught in a compromising position with a handsome lord, leading to a scandalous investigation and unexpected romance.
On the night of the Parkhurst ball, someone had a scandalous tryst in the library. • Was it Lord Canby, with the maid, on the divan? • Or Miss Fairchild, with a rake, against the wall? • Perhaps the ... (Goodreads)
