Contemporary Fiction

Swan Song

Elin Hilderbrand's 'Swan Song' concludes her Nantucket series with a thrilling tale of social chaos, mystery, and the resilience of a close-knit community when rich strangers disrupt their tranquil island life.

Elin Hilderbrand
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We'll Always Have Summer

Belly must choose between two brothers, Jeremiah and Conrad, in the final installment of Jenny Han's The Summer I Turned Pretty trilogy, culminating in a poignant decision that will break one heart and secure another's love forever.

Jenny Han
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Before I Let Go

Before I Let Go by Kennedy Ryan is a poignant exploration of love, loss, and healing, chronicling Yasmen and Josiah Wade's journey to rediscovering each other after their marriage falls apart.

Kennedy Ryan
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Wish You Were Here

'Wish You Were Here' by Jodi Picoult follows Diana O'Toole as she navigates unexpected challenges during a solo trip to the Galápagos Islands amid the COVID-19 pandemic, leading to profound self-discovery and transformation.

Jodi Picoult
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Nineteen Minutes

Nineteen Minutes by Jodi Picoult delves into the aftermath of a school shooting in a New Hampshire town, exploring themes of bullying, trauma, and justice.

Jodi Picoult
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The Push

The Push by Ashley Audrain is a tense psychological drama exploring the complexities and fears of motherhood through the story of Blythe Connor, who suspects something is wrong with her daughter Violet.

Ashley Audrain
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Book Lovers

Book Lovers by Emily Henry is an enemy-to-lovers romance featuring literary agent Nora Stephens and brooding editor Charlie Lastra, set in the quaint town of Sunshine Falls.

Emily Henry
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Life After Death

In 'Life After Death,' Winter Santiaga emerges from prison determined to reclaim her life, confront her enemies, and win back her love, Midnight, in a raw and gripping narrative filled with drama, betrayal, and resilience.

Sister Souljah
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Still Beating

Still Beating is a dark romance that follows Cora and Dean, archrivals who find themselves kidnapped and forced to confront their complex feelings for one another while navigating trauma and survival.

Jennifer Hartmann
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Shortcomings

Shortcomings by Adrian Tomine is a graphic novel that explores the life of Ben Tanaka, a Japanese-American man grappling with cultural, sexual, and racial issues in modern America.

Adrian Tomine
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Long Way Down

'Long Way Down' by Jason Reynolds is a gripping novel in verse exploring a teenager's internal struggle with revenge and the cycle of violence after his brother's murder, all within the span of an elevator ride.

Jason Reynolds
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Misadventures of a Rookie

In 'Misadventures of a Rookie' by Toni Aleo, hockey prodigy Gus 'the Bus' Persson must navigate his newfound fame while sparking a forbidden chemistry with ice girl Bo St. James, challenging both their ambitions and desires.

Toni Aleo
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The Notebook

The Notebook is a timeless love story about Noah and Allie, whose romance endures despite societal pressures and years of separation.

Nicholas Sparks
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In Five Years

In Five Years by Rebecca Serle is a poignant love story about a corporate lawyer whose meticulously planned life is upended by an unexpected vision of the future.

Rebecca Serle
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One True Loves

A love story about Emma Blair, who must choose between her husband, thought dead for years, and her new fiancé, exploring themes of true love and soulmates.

Taylor Jenkins Reid
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Tangerine

Tangerine by Edward Bloor follows 12-year-old Paul Fisher, a visually impaired soccer player, as he uncovers the shocking truth behind his blindness and navigates his new life in Tangerine, Florida.

Edward Bloor
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Dominicana

Dominicana by Angie Cruz tells the poignant story of 15-year-old Ana Cancion, who marries Juan Ruiz to immigrate to America, navigating love, duty, and personal freedom amidst political turmoil.

Angie Cruz
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Confess

Auburn Reed meets enigmatic artist Owen Gentry while rebuilding her life, only to discover he hides perilous secrets from his past.

Colleen Hoover
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The Bean Trees

The Bean Trees is a heartfelt novel by Barbara Kingsolver that follows Taylor Greer as she navigates unexpected motherhood and new relationships in Tucson, exploring themes of love, friendship, and belonging against a backdrop of social issues.

Barbara Kingsolver
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Loser

Loser by Jerry Spinelli is an inspiring story about a boy who embraces his individuality despite being labeled as a loser. Through wit and humor, Spinelli highlights the importance of failure and the potential for heroism in everyone.

Jerry Spinelli
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