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Sweet Peril
by Wendy Higgins
Half-angel Anna is torn between her love for bad boy Kaidan and her duty to fight demons. The stakes are high as she navigates the dangerous world of angels and demons.
Anna Whitt, the daughter of a guardian angel and a demon, promised herself she’d never do the work of her father—polluting souls. She’d been naive to make such a vow. She’d been naive about a lot of ... (Goodreads)
Secrets of a Summer Night
by Lisa Kleypas
A romantic comedy of manners, full of misadventures and unexpected love.
Four young ladies at the side of the ballroom make a pact to help each other find husbands . . . no matter what it takes., Proud and beautiful Annabelle Peyton could have her pick of suitors—if only ... (Goodreads)
Superfudge
by Judy Blume
Peter Hatcher's life is turned upside down when his little brother Fudge arrives. Chaos and hilarity ensue.
The Hatcher family temporarily moves from New York City to Princeton, New Jersey . Fudge is extremely jealous of his new baby sister, Tamara, who earns the nickname "Tootsie" from their mother Ann's ... (Wikipedia)
Odd Thomas
by Dean Koontz
A young man with an unusual gift encounters an ancient evil, and must use his powers to save his town.
In the beginning of the book, Odd Thomas is silently approached by the ghost of a young girl brutally raped and murdered, and through his unique ability to understand the dead, is psychically led to ... (Wikipedia)
Catherine, Called Birdy
by Karen Cushman
An adolescent girl's story of rebellion, seeking freedom in a restrictive society.
The following is a description of the novel as it appears on the cover: "[T]he fourteen-year-old daughter of an English country knight keeps a journal in which she records the events of her life, ... (Wikipedia)
Written in My Own Heart's Blood
by Diana Gabaldon
Epic tale of romance, adventure and intrigue set during the American Revolutionary War.
It is June 1778, and the world seems to be turning upside-down. The British Army is withdrawing from Philadelphia, with George Washington in pursuit, and for the first time, it looks as if the rebels ... (Goodreads)
Judy Moody Was in a Mood. Not a Good Mood. A Bad Mood.
by Megan McDonald
Judy Moody is in a bad mood and determined to find something to cheer her up.
The book that started it all–now in paperback! Judy Moody was in a mood. Not a good mood. A bad mood. A mad-faced mood. Judy Moody doesn't have high hopes for third grade. But she does have an ... (Goodreads)
The Lost Colony
by Eoin Colfer
An adventurous group of teens travel to a mysterious island to unravel its secrets.
In Barcelona , Spain, Artemis Fowl II and Butler, his bodyguard, wait for a demon . They suddenly encounter a demon who transports Artemis through time. Before Artemis is lost in time, Butler is able ... (Wikipedia)
Pippi in the South Seas
by Astrid Lindgren
Pippi, Tommy, and Annika sail to the South Seas and have adventures with cannibals, sharks, and pirates.
"Any reappearance of the irrepressible Pippi Longstocking is cause for celebration. This installment is no exception." - The New York Times ... (Goodreads)
Creole Belle
by James Lee Burke
Detective Dave Robicheaux investigates the disappearance of a young woman, uncovering a web of corruption and violence in Louisiana's bayou country.
“America’s best novelist” James Lee Burke returns with another New York Times bestselling entry in the Dave Robicheaux thriller series ( The Denver Post ). Set against the events of the Gulf Coast ... (Goodreads)
Forever Amber
by Kathleen Winsor
Epic story of a young woman's journey from poverty to becoming a courtesan in 17th century England.
Judith Marsh has been engaged since birth to her neighbor, John Mainwaring, heir to the Earl of Rosswood. In 1644, she has her engagement broken off when her family and the Mainwarings find ... (Wikipedia)
The Governess Affair
by Courtney Milan
A romance between a governess and a duke, as they confront the social conventions of their time.
She will not give up… Three months ago, governess Serena Barton was let go from her position. Unable to find new work, she’s demanding compensation from the man who got her sacked: a petty, selfish, ... (Goodreads)
Ex-Patriots
by Peter Clines
Superheroes fight to protect a group of survivors in a zombie-infested Los Angeles. Action-packed and suspenseful.
It's been two years since the plague of ex-humans decimated mankind. Two years since the superheroes St. George, Cerberus, Zzzap, and Stealth gathered Los Angeles’s survivors behind the walls of ... (Goodreads)
Meridon
by Philippa Gregory
A young woman's journey of self-discovery, discovering secrets of her family's past.
From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Other Boleyn Girl comes the final book of the extraordinary Wideacre trilogy as the heir to the great estate comes home at last. Meridon knows she ... (Goodreads)
Skip Beat!, Vol. 08
by Yoshiki Nakamura
Kyoko's acting skills are put to the test as she takes on a challenging role in a new drama series.
Kyoko's perfect chance to wreak her revenge on Sho isn't going as well as she'd hoped. In fact, her rage is so consuming that she forgets she's supposed to be acting and tries to throttle Sho for ... (Barnes & Noble)
Zorba the Greek
by Nikos Kazantzakis
A man embarks on a journey of self-discovery, learning to embrace life with gusto and joy.
The book opens in a café in Piraeus , just before dawn on a gusty autumn morning. The year is most likely 1916. The narrator, a young Greek intellectual, resolves to set aside his books for a few ... (Wikipedia)
Las legiones malditas
by Santiago Posteguillo
Publio Cornelio Escipión, conocido por el apodo de Africanus, era considerado por muchos el heredero de las cualidades militares atribuidas a su padre y a su tío. Pero de ellos no sólo había recibido ... (Goodreads)
A Piece of Cake
by Cupcake Brown
A woman's raw story of resilience and survival in the face of hardship and trauma.
The story begins in January 1975 when the female protagonist gives a short account of why her mother named her Cupcake Brown. Brown's mother died in 1976, when Brown was age 11. Since her biological ... (Wikipedia)
In Your Dreams
by Kristan Higgins
After a failed marriage, Emmaline moves back to her hometown and falls for her brother's best friend. But can she trust him with her heart?
Emmaline Neal needs a date. Just a date—someone to help her get through her ex-fiancé's wedding without losing her mind. But pickings are slim in Manningsport, New York, population 715. In fact, ... (Goodreads)
Culottées #1
by Pénélope Bagieu
Margaret, actrice "terrifiante", spécialisée à Hollywood dans les rôles de méchante ; Agnodice, gynécologue de l’Antiquité grecque qui dut se déguiser en homme pour exercer ; Lozen, femme apache, ... (Goodreads)
Fear of Flying
by Erica Jong
A woman's journey of liberation, embarking on a journey to find her true self.
Bored with her marriage, a psychoanalyst’s wife embarks on a wild, life-changing affair After five years, Isadora Wing has come to a crossroads in her marriage: Should she and her husband stay ... (Goodreads)
Texas! Lucky
by Sandra Brown
A woman and her daughter flee to Texas to escape an abusive ex-husband, finding love and danger in the Lone Star State.
Lucky Tyler attracted trouble–and women--like a lightning rod. But the night he stepped in to rescue a mysterious redhead in a seedy bar, he got more than he bargained for! The lady excited him, ... (Goodreads)
The Egg and I
by Betty MacDonald
A humorous memoir of a city girl's life on a chicken farm in the Pacific Northwest.
MacDonald begins her book with a summary description of her childhood and family. Her father was an engineer, and moved frequently with his family throughout the West. Her mother's theory that a wife ... (Wikipedia)
Tough Cookie
by Diane Mott Davidson
Caterer and amateur sleuth, Goldy Schulz, investigates a murder at a local spa.
Fans of Diane Mott Davidson's Goldy Schulz, the gourmet gumshoe of Aspen Meadow, Colorado, love her modus operandi: "Treat every puzzle with questions and chocolate." In Tough Cookie , Davidson's ... (Goodreads)
Panic
by Lauren Oliver
In a small town, a game of Panic is played every summer, where the stakes are high and the risks are deadly.
From New York Times bestselling author Lauren Oliver comes a captivating, thrilling novel of fear, friendship, courage, and hope that will leave readers gasping for air. Panic began as so many things ... (Barnes & Noble)
It Ain't Me, Babe
by Tillie Cole
A young woman escapes a cult and falls in love with a biker, but her past threatens to catch up with her.
Sinning never felt so good… A fortuitous encounter. A meeting that should never have happened. Many years ago, two children from completely different worlds forged a connection, a fateful connection, ... (Goodreads)
Size 12 Is Not Fat
by Meg Cabot
A young woman's comedic journey of self-acceptance in a society obsessed with weight.
Heather Wells Rocks! Or, at least, she, did,. That was before she left the pop-idol life behind after she gained a dress size or two — and lost a boyfriend, a recording contract, and her life savings ... (Barnes & Noble)
The Haunted Mask
by R.L. Stine
A young girl's Halloween adventure gone wrong, as a possessed mask takes over her life.
Carly Beth Caldwell is a naive, timid and gullible 11-year-old girl who scares easily. Thus, she is constantly ridiculed by Steve Boswell and Chuck Greene at Walnut Avenue Middle School. The pair ... (Wikipedia)
Say Cheese and Die-Again!
by R.L. Stine
A cursed camera takes pictures that predict the future, but with deadly consequences.
A PICTURE-PERFECT NIGHTMARE…Sourball. That's what Greg calls his English teacher, Mr. Saur. He's a real grouch. And he just gave Greg a big fat "F" on his oral report. He didn't believe Greg's story. ... (Goodreads)
Five Go Adventuring Again
by Enid Blyton
Five young adventurers go on a mission to solve a mystery and uncover a hidden treasure.
Julian, Dick, Anne, George and Timmy return to Kirrin Cottage for the Christmas holidays. Uncle Quentin, who is working on a secret theory in his study, takes a break to hire a tutor, Mr Roland, to ... (Wikipedia)
The Princess Diarist
by Carrie Fisher
Actress Carrie Fisher reflects on her time filming Star Wars and her affair with co-star Harrison Ford.
The last book from beloved Hollywood icon Carrie Fisher,, The Princess Diarist, is an intimate, hilarious, and revealing recollection of what happened behind the scenes on one of the most famous film ... (Goodreads)
The Muse
by Jessie Burton
A young woman's exploration of identity and artistry, set in the 1960s England and Spain.
From the #1 internationally bestselling author of, The Miniaturist, comes a captivating and brilliantly realized story of two young women—a Caribbean immigrant in 1960s London, and a bohemian woman ... (Barnes & Noble)
The Last Council
by Kazu Kibuishi
A group of young adventurers take on an epic quest, attempting to save their world from destruction.
Kazu Kibuishi's thrilling, NEW YORK TIMES bestselling series continues! Emily and her friends think they'll find the help they need in Cielis, but something isn't right. Streets that were once busy ... (Barnes & Noble)
Shakespeare's Champion
by Charlaine Harris
Lily Bard, a cleaning lady with a dark past, investigates a murder in Shakespeare, Arkansas.
Shakespeare, Arkansas, is a small Southern town with plenty of secrets, and Charlaine Harris’s Lily Bard, fresh from her acclaimed debut in, Shakespeare’s Landlord, is just one more of its ... (Barnes & Noble)
Noragami: Stray God, Vol. 1
by Adachitoka
Götter und ihre Macken! Schluchzend sitzt Mutsumi auf der Schultoilette und weiß nicht, wie sie das Mobbing ihrer Mitschüler noch länger ertragen soll. Da fällt ihr Blick auf eine Telefonnummer an ... (Goodreads)
The Initiation / The Captive Part I
by L.J. Smith
A teenage girl is initiated into a secret society, but soon finds herself held captive by its leader.
A chance encounter brings sixteen-year-old Cassie Blake to fall for the mysterious Adam Conant. After meeting him, she rids herself of the idea of a relationship with him because she thinks they’ll ... (Wikipedia)
Blue Bloods
by Melissa de la Cruz
A group of wealthy teenagers uncover secrets of their supernatural heritage.
When the Mayflower set sail in 1620, it carried on board the men and women who would shape America: Miles Standish; John Alden; Constance Hopkins. But some among the Pilgrims were not pure of heart; ... (Goodreads)
Are You Ready to Play Outside?
by Mo Willems
Two friends, Elephant and Piggie, are excited to play outside but the weather keeps changing. They learn to adapt and have fun no matter what.
Gerald and Piggie are best friends. Gerald is careful. Piggie is not. Piggie cannot help smiling. Gerald can. Gerald worries so that Piggie does not have to. In Are You Ready to Play Outside?, Piggie ... (Barnes & Noble)
The Dream-Hunter
by Sherrilyn Kenyon
A dream-hunter must protect humanity from the nightmares that lurk in the dream-world.
IN THE ETHEREAL WORLD OF THE DREAM-HUNTERS Condemned by the gods to live eternity without emotions, Arikos can only feel when he's in the dreams of others. For thousands of years, he's drifted ... (Goodreads)
Bleach, Volume 02
by Tite Kubo
High school student Ichigo Kurosaki gains the power of a Soul Reaper and must defend humanity from evil spirits.
Immediately after checking into the Kurosaki Clinic with a mysterious scar on his back, the muscle-bound Chad goes AWOL. Accompanying Chad is a talking parakeet imbued with the soul of a young boy ... (Barnes & Noble)
Bleach, Vol. 1
by Tite Kubo
A young man discovers he has supernatural powers and must save the world from evil forces.
Part-time student, full-time Soul Reaper, Ichigo is one of the chosen few guardians of the afterlife. Ichigo Kurosaki never asked for the ability to see ghosts—he was born with the gift. When his ... (Barnes & Noble)
Better Nate Than Ever
by Tim Federle
Nate escapes his small town to audition for a Broadway musical, discovering himself and his dreams along the way.
“The Nate series by Tim Federle is a wonderful evocation of what it’s like to be a theater kid. Highly recommended.” —Lin-Manuel Miranda, star and creator of the musical,, Hamilton, A, New York ... (Barnes & Noble)
The Last Herald-Mage
by Mercedes Lackey
Vanyel, a powerful Herald-Mage, must confront his past and his own fears to save his kingdom from destruction.
The Last Herald-Mage contains Magic's Pawn, Magic's Promise and Magic's Price. ... (Goodreads)
Motor Mouth
by Janet Evanovich
Alexandra Barnaby and NASCAR driver Sam Hooker team up to solve a mystery involving a missing race car engine.
Miami is still freakin' humid. The nights are even hotter. And there's a body on ice. And that's just the beginning of this adrenaline-rush of a hot-wired ride from phenomenal number one New York ... (Barnes & Noble)
Central Park
by Guillaume Musso
Nueva York, 8 a.m. Alice una joven policía parisina y Gabriel, un pianista de jazz estadounidense, se despiertan en un banco de Central Park esposados el uno al otro. Ella lleva su camisa manchada de ... (Barnes & Noble)
Last Term at Malory Towers
by Enid Blyton
Darrell Rivers' final term at Malory Towers is filled with adventures, challenges, and unexpected surprises.
In Blyton's final book about the girls at Malory Towers, Darrell becomes head girl. Unfortunately not all the girls are as responsible as she is and in her last term Darrell sees many changes in her ... (Goodreads)
One Piece, Volume 10: OK, Let's Stand Up!
by Eiichiro Oda
Luffy and his crew fight to save their friend, Nami, from the clutches of the villainous Arlong and his fish-man pirates.
Luffy's navigator, Nami, has been working all along for "Saw-Tooth" Arlong to steal enough treasure to buy back her village. In return, the pirate has handed over her fortune to the Navy! Now Luffy ... (Goodreads)
Heaven's Net Is Wide
by Lian Hearn
A prequel to the Tales of the Otori series, following the life of Lord Shigeru and his rise to power in a feudal Japan-inspired world.
The new beginning — and the grand finale to — the beloved Tales of the Otori series. Heaven's Net Is Wide is the new first volume of the now complete Tales of the Otori — prequel to Across the ... (Goodreads)
Violets Are Blue
by James Patterson
A detective must race against the clock to uncover the truth behind a murder mystery.
Detective Alex Cross must confront his most terrifying nemesis ever- and his own deepest fears- in this electrifying thriller from the world's #1 bestselling writer. D.C. Detective Alex Cross has ... (Barnes & Noble)
Succubus on Top
by Richelle Mead
A modern-day witch must confront her dark past in a quest for a magical artifact.
Love hurts, and no one knows it better than Georgina Kincaid. If she so much as kisses Seth Mortensen, the shy, sexy writer she's been dating, she'll drain his life force. Admittedly, the ... (Goodreads)
A Duke of Her Own
by Eloisa James
A young woman seeks to marry a duke, but finds herself falling for his illegitimate brother instead.
A DUKE MUST CHOOSE WISELY... Leopold Dautry, the notorious Duke of Villiers, must wed quickly and nobly—and his choices, alas, are few. The Duke of Montague's daughter, Eleanor, is exquisitely ... (Goodreads)
The Nameless City
by Faith Erin Hicks
A graphic novel about a girl named Alexandra who uncovers the secrets of an ancient city and its monstrous inhabitants.
The City has many names... and no name. Built on an ancient mountain pass, the City is forever being invaded by one nation or another, and every new master gives it a new name. But for the natives, ... (Goodreads)
The Next Thing on My List
by Jill Smolinski
After a fatal car accident, June discovers a list left by Marissa, a stranger who died in the crash. June decides to complete the list in Marissa's memory.
Meet June Parker. She works for L.A. Rideshare, adores her rent-stabilized apartment in Santa Monica, and struggles with losing a few pesky pounds. But June’s life is about to change. After a dark ... (Goodreads)
A Little Bit Wicked: Life, Love, and Faith in Stages
by Kristin Chenoweth
Actress Kristin Chenoweth shares her life story, including her struggles with faith, love, and career in the entertainment industry.
"Life's too short. I'm not." You might know her as a Tony Award-winning Broadway star, who originated the role of Galinda the Good Witch in the smash musical Wicked and won a Tony for 1999's You're a ... (Goodreads)
Flying Too High
by Kerry Greenwood
Phryne Fisher, a glamorous detective, investigates the disappearance of a young woman in 1920s Melbourne.
Having established herself as a private detective in Melbourne and solved a number of cases after the events in Cocaine Blues , Phryne Fisher is engaged by Mrs. William McNaughton to investigate a ... (Wikipedia)
Silent in the Sanctuary
by Deanna Raybourn
Lady Julia Grey investigates a murder at her family's Italian estate, uncovering secrets and danger.
Fresh from a six-month sojourn in Italy, Lady Julia returns home to Sussex to find her father's estate crowded with family and friends— but dark deeds are afoot at the deconsecrated abbey, and a ... (Goodreads)
Skippyjon Jones in Mummy Trouble
by Judy Schachner
Skippyjon Jones, a Siamese cat, imagines himself as a brave Chihuahua and embarks on an adventure to save the day in ancient Egypt.
The Siamese kitty boy who thinks he is a chihuahua just can't stay out of trouble. Skippyjon Jones can't stop his overactive imagination. This time, it takes him to ancient Egypt. Who should be ... (Goodreads)
Hour of the Olympics
by Mary Pope Osborne
Jack and Annie travel back to ancient Greece to witness the first Olympic games.
The #1 bestselling chapter book series of all time celebrates 25 years with new covers and a new, easy-to-use numbering system! No girls allowed at the Olympic Games! That's the rule when the Magic ... (Goodreads)
Backstage Pass
by Olivia Cunning
Erotic romance novel about a young woman who falls for a rockstar and navigates the ups and downs of fame, love, and lust.
Five stunning guys, one hot woman, and a feverish romance... For him, life is all music and no play... When Brian Sinclair, lead songwriter and guitarist of the hottest metal band on the scene, loses ... (Goodreads)
Out on a Limb
by Shirley MacLaine
Actress Shirley MacLaine's spiritual journey, exploring past lives, reincarnation, and extraterrestrial life.
Her most controversial book is one you will never forget. An outspoken thinker, a celebrated actress, a truly independent woman, Shirley MacLaine goes beyond her previous two bestsellers to take us ... (Goodreads)
Moonshine
by Rob Thurman
Brothers Cal and Niko Leandros, half-human and half-monster, hunt supernatural creatures in New York City's dark underworld.
I was born a monster. Although truthfully, I was only half monster. My mother was human; my father was something...else. Half monster or whole, in the end it didn't matter. I had my weaknesses, same ... (Goodreads)
Christy Miller Collection, Vol. 1
by Robin Jones Gunn
Follow Christy Miller's journey as she navigates adolescence, faith, and first love in this coming-of-age series.
The first twelve books in the popular Christy Miller series are now available in four treasured volumes! Bestselling author Robin Jones Gunn packs each one with enough action, romance, and drama to ... (Goodreads)
Chu's Day
by Neil Gaiman
A mischievous panda named Chu sneezes and causes chaos. Will he sneeze at the wrong time?
A New York Times bestselling picture book from Newbery Medal winning author Neil Gaiman and acclaimed illustrator Adam Rex now available, by popular request, as a board book. Chu is a little panda ... (Barnes & Noble)
David Gets in Trouble
by David Shannon
David always seems to get in trouble, but he never means to. Follow his misadventures and see how he learns from his mistakes.
Caldecott Honor artist and bestseller David Shannon make readers laugh aloud in this next story about the troublemaking David! "When David gets in trouble, he always says . . . 'NO! It's not my ... (Goodreads)
Of Poseidon
by Anna Banks
Emma discovers she is a mermaid and falls in love with Galen, a Syrena prince, while navigating the dangerous underwater world.
Galen, a Syrena prince, searches land for a girl he's heard can communicate with fish. It's while Emma is on vacation at the beach that she meets Galen. Although their connection is immediate and ... (Barnes & Noble)
Three Fates
by Nora Roberts
Three sisters confront their intertwined destinies, discovering the power of love, family, and fate.
When the Lusitania sank, one survivor became a changed man, giving up his life as a petty thief—but keeping the small silver statue he lifted, a family heirloom to future generations. Now, nearly a ... (Goodreads)
Rock Chick Redemption
by Kristen Ashley
A bad boy biker and a good girl librarian fall in love amidst danger and chaos in Denver.
Roxie’s on the run from a bad boyfriend who will not catch the hint that it is o-v-e-r. She’s in no mood for love at first sight, but when her eyes fall on Hank, it’s trouble from the get-go. Roxie ... (Goodreads)
Party Princess
by Meg Cabot
Mia Thermopolis is back, and this time she's planning the biggest party of the year. But can she handle the pressure of being a princess and a teenager?
Princess just want to have fun . . . And Mia does too, despite the fact that the student government over which she presides is suddenly broke. But Grandmere's got a wacky scheme to raise the money, ... (Goodreads)
Upon the Midnight Clear
by Sherrilyn Kenyon
A dark and sensual tale of a fallen angel who falls in love with a mortal woman, risking everything to be with her.
Ever think Scrooge had it right before the ghosts ruined his life? Meet Aidan O'Conner., At one time he was a world-renowned celebrity who gave freely of himself and his money without wanting ... (Goodreads)
A Bride in the Bargain
by Deeanne Gist
In 1860s Seattle, a logger and a seamstress enter a marriage of convenience, but their pasts threaten to tear them apart.
In 1860s Seattle, a man with a wife could secure himself 640 acres of timberland. But because of his wife's untimely death, Joe Denton finds himself about to lose half of his claim. Still in ... (Goodreads)
The Black Dagger Brotherhood: An Insider's Guide
by J.R. Ward
A guide to the world of the Black Dagger Brotherhood, including character profiles, interviews, and behind-the-scenes information.
Prepare to enter the dark, passionate world of the Black Dagger Brotherhood and get up close and personal with each of the Brothers.... You'll find insider information on the Brotherhood, including ... (Goodreads)
Boundless
by Cynthia Hand
A magical journey of self-discovery, discovering the power of friendship and love.
Described as "utterly captivating" by Richelle Mead and as "enchanting and exciting, romantic and believable" by Melissa Marr, the, New York Times, bestselling Unearthly series has dazzled readers ... (Barnes & Noble)
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