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Cold Justice (Carly Phoenix: Book 1) (affiliate link)
When brilliant FBI Agent Carly Phoenix’s recklessness has her demoted to the Cold Case unit, she stumbles upon an unexpected opportunity to solve a case that others couldn’t—and finds herself in a deadly race against time as she stirs up dangers left unturned, shocked to realize there may just still be time to save the next victim….
In the grip of Chicago’s frigid winter, a killer has turned victims into ice sculptures, and Carly Phoenix must meld her brilliance and instinct if she hopes to solve the case in time.
This is the first novel in a new series by mystery and suspense author Taylor Stark.
The Carly Phoenix series is an intense and riveting thriller featuring a complex and troubled female protagonist. Brimming with suspense, unexpected turns, and a pulse-pounding tempo, this series ensures an enthralling experience that’s bound to keep you turning pages late into the night. Fans of Karin Slaughter, Teresa Driscoll, and Lisa Regan are sure to fall in love.
They found my body in a wooded area near my home.
When my sister, Sarah, returns to our small town, she’s determined to find out who killed me. It’s not easy though when everyone in Pinewood Springs has their secrets.
The one who ended my life is lurking, watching her every move, and will stop at nothing to protect themselves from being revealed. As she untangles the lies and deceit around her, Sarah gets closer to the truth, and to grave danger.
But all I can do is watch.
My sister vowed to find my murderer.
Now I must find a way to keep her alive.
Psychological thriller fans of Freida McFadden and Noelle West Ihli’s Ask for Andrea will enjoy this fast-paced thriller that will have you turning the pages all night long.
Crochet and Cauldrons (Vampire Knitting Club Book 3) (affiliate link)
Every family has annoying relatives; mine just happen to be undead.
My Grandmother, Agnes Bartlett, used to own Cardinal Woolsey’s knitting shop in Oxford then died and left her shop to me, without informing me that she wasn’t actually dead. She’s a vampire and part of the world’s strangest craft circle – the Vampire Knitting Club.
As you might imagine, this means she’s free to interfere in how I run the business that used to be hers. She’s trying to teach me to knit and it’s not going well. She’s also trying to teach me how to be a witch, since it turns out I’m from a long line of witches. Another tiny detail about my family that no one ever told me, along with the long-lost witch cousins I recently discovered.
But I’m learning. I’ve got my family spell book, my black cat familiar, some powers that sometimes scare me, and an interesting new group of friends.
My archaeologist parents are coming to visit and bringing me a gift I could do without.
So, to recap, I run a knitting shop and I can’t knit. I’m a beginning witch who can’t always control her cat, never mind her magic, and my love life is as tangled as the last sock I tried to knit. Oh, and for some reason, I keep getting involved in murder investigations. Good thing I have my vampire knitters to help sniff out clues.
Feels Like Home (The Southerlands Book 1) (affiliate link)
With her career imploding and a family history that reads like a trashy tabloid, Autumn Maddox can’t afford any more disasters when she returns to her old hometown. Still devastated by the death of her grandmother, she’s determined to put her life back together, fix whatever trouble her sister and niece have gotten into, and hold her head up high while ignoring every “bless your heart” that comes her way. But the hardest part will be ignoring the town’s most eligible bachelor—who happens to be her new boss.
Dr. Jude Southerland doesn’t care which side of the tracks Autumn came from. She’s smart, gorgeous, and everything he didn’t realize he wanted in a woman. And no, he doesn’t give a hot damn what his family, his best friend, or the Ladies’ Auxiliary thinks. The last woman anyone would pair him with is the only one he wants.
Jude’s determined to be her knight in shining armor, but Autumn gave up on happily ever after and small southern towns a long time ago. It’s going to take more than sweet tea and sweet talk to convince the woman of his dreams that their love is meant to be.
A Dangerous Pursuit (Regency Spies & Secrets Book 1) (affiliate link)
An heiress. A spy. And a love worth fighting for.
Welcome to book 1 in the exciting new series Regency Spies & Secrets from bestselling author Laura Beers.
Miss Madalene Dowding was devastated when her mother died, leaving her all alone. To honor her mother’s legacy, she decides to use part of her fortune to open an orphanage. When a teacher at the orphanage goes missing, Madalene takes it upon herself to start looking for her, even if it means taking her deep into the unsavory parts of London.
Baldwin Radcliff, the Marquess of Hawthorne, is working on his last case as an agent of the Crown since he is about to retire and take up his seat in the House of Lords. He is tasked with finding a French spy that is in league with a growing group of radicals. As he searches for the enemy, he discovers a meddling heiress that keeps stumbling in at the most inopportune times, making him wonder if she is perhaps the spy he has been sent to find.
Despite mutual dislike, Baldwin agrees to help Madalene, but only if she stays far away from the investigation. A promise that Madalene has no intention of keeping. Will headstrong Madalene and duty-driven Baldwin be able to work together, especially since so much is at stake?
Barkham Asylum 2024 FCBD Special Edition #1 (affiliate link)
The Calorie Myth: How to Eat More, Exercise Less, Lose Weight, and Live Better (affiliate link)
If calorie math added up, 100 calories of vegetables = 100 calories of candy. That doesn’t seem right—because it’s not.
Contrary to what most diets would have you believe, the human body does not recognize all calories as equal. Some foods are used to boost brain power, fuel metabolism, and heal the body—while others are simply stored as fat. In The Calorie Myth, Jonathan Bailor shows us how eating more of the right kinds of foods and exercising less, but at a higher intensity, is the true formula for burning fat.
Why? Because eating high-quality foods balances the hormones that regulate our metabolism. When we eat these foods, our bodies naturally maintain a healthy weight. But when we eat sugar, starches, processed fats, and other poor-quality foods, the body’s regulatory system becomes “clogged” and prevents us from burning extra calories. Translation: Those extra ten pounds aren’t the result of eating too much . . . they’re the result of eating the wrong foods!
Cloudmaker (affiliate link)
A teenager in Depression-era Montana with finds danger and adventure with a gangster’s watch in this coming-of-age tale.
From the nationally bestselling author of Painted Horses, Malcolm Brooks returns with a soaring, spirited novel set during the summer of Amelia Earhart’s final flight—a tale of American ingenuity and optimism set against the backdrop of a deepening Great Depression . . .
The summer of 1937 will be a turning point for fourteen-year-old Houston “Huck” Finn. When he and a friend find a dead body in a local creek, a rare Lindbergh flight watch on its wrist, it seems like a sign. Huck is building his own airplane, a fact he has concealed from his mother. That summer also marks the arrival of his cousin Annelise, sent to live with the family under mysterious circumstances. As it turns out, she has had flying lessons—another sign. As Huck’s airplane takes shape, so does his burgeoning understanding of the world, including the battle over worldliness vs. godliness that has split Annelise from her family, and, in a quieter way, divides Huck’s family too. And meanwhile, there’s the matter of the watch, which it turns out the dead man’s cohort of bank robbers would very much like back.
Ninja® Air Fryer Cookbook for Beginners: 75+ Recipes for Faster, Healthier & Crispier Fried Favorites (affiliate link)
Make mealtime magic with the Ninja Max XL and this official companion cookbook
Ninja has perfected air frying with the new Max XL, making it simple for beginners to prepare delectable air-fried foods. This officially licensed air fryer cookbook shows you everything you need to get the most out of your Ninja. You’ll also discover easy, irresistible recipes for entrees, snacks, and beyond.
What sets this air fryer recipes cookbook apart:
- Ninja stamp of approval—This official companion to the Ninja Max XL helps make air frying even easier with information on the new features, instructions for how to use each function, and a handy FAQ section with conversion charts for other Ninja devices.
- Meal improv lessons—Learn the secrets to air frying and make 7 classic dishes without a recipe and only a few ingredients on hand.
- Beginner-friendly meal plan—Discover a complete 1-week meal plan and shopping lists that make getting started with the Ninja Max XL simple.
Master your Max XL and make mouthwatering meals in a flash with this must-have air fryer cookbook.
They’ve made a fresh start at the Pizzofalcone precinct of Naples. They fired every member of the investigative branch after they were found guilty of corruption. Now, there’s a group of detectives, a new commissario, and a new superintendent. The new cops immediately find themselves investigating a high-profile murder that has the whole town on edge.
Heading the investigation is Inspector Lojacono, known as “the Chinaman,” a cop with a checkered past who is currently riding a reputation as a crack investigator after having captured a serial killer known as “The Crocodile.” Lojacono’s partner is Aragona, who wants to be known as “Serpico,” but the name doesn’t stick. Luigi Palma, a.k.a. “Gigi,” is the commissario, Francesco Romano, known as “Hulk,” is the slightly self-deluded lieutenant. Lojacono, Aragona, Palma, and Romano are joined by a cast of cops portrayed by bestselling author Maurizio de Giovanni with depth and intimate knowledge of the close-knit world of police investigators.
The Peacock Summer: A Novel (affiliate link)
From internationally bestselling author Hannah Richell comes a compelling story of hidden secrets, forbidden love, and a mysterious old house.
Two women who long for more, and a house that holds the key to their freedom…
1955: At twenty-six-years old, Lillian Oberon is young, beautiful, and married to the wealthy and handsome Charles Oberon. She is also the mistress of Cloudesley, a lavish estate. But not long after her nuptials, she begins to feel her marriage is a sham. Like the exquisite objets d’art, curiosities, and treasures her husband collects, she is just another possession captured within the walls of the grand countryside manor. With a sister and young stepson in her care, Lillian has made peace with her unfulfilling marriage and fate—until a charismatic artist visits for the summer and makes Lillian re-examine the choices she’s made.
The present day: Having abruptly broken off her engagement, Maggie Oberon escapes to Australia, hoping that the distance will make her forget the mess she’s made of her life. But when her beloved grandmother, Lillian, becomes ill, she must return to England and confront the past she ran away from. When she arrives at Cloudesley, she is dismayed to find the once opulent estate crumbling into decay. As Maggie scrambles to find a way to save the old property, she is unprepared to learn the dark secrets that have remained hidden behind the dark halls of Cloudesley. But within these walls also lies the key that could change its legacy—and Maggie’s life—forever.
Amish Redemption (Brides of Amish Country) (affiliate link)
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