We’re sending ourselves back in time with these delightful novels where a beautiful reimagining of an ancient Chinese myth explores a world of mortals and spirits, and a woman reinvents her life and dodges unexpected danger in post-WWII New York City. THE FOX WIFE BY YANGSZE CHOO Available for download on Edelweiss know more. LibraryReads […]
Tag: historical fiction
Sneak Peek: December Indie Next List
The December 2023 Indie Next List includes FOUR Macmillan titles! CALAMITY: AN UNCHARTED HEARTS NOVEL BY CONSTANCE FAY9781250330413 | 11/14/23 2 starred reviews! “Fay’s unputdownable debut…is packed to the brim with heat, heart, and humor… Fay enriches the enemies-to-lovers romance with meticulous worldbuilding and lovable, larger-than-life characters. The space hijinks and tantalizing mystery make this […]
For Your Consideration: January 2024 LibraryReads Titles
Download, read, and vote for your favorite January titles for the January 2024 LibraryReads list! Votes due December 1! DIVA by Daisy Goodwin | 9781250279927 | 1/23/24Request on Edelweiss and NetGalley “Brava! Historical-fiction enthusiasts, fans of La Callas, and others will relish this view into the tumultuous love affair of a power couple; they’ll offer […]
One City One Book Recommendations: Historical Fiction
If you run a One City One Book program and are looking for Historical Fiction books, we’ve got recommendations for you! For even more recommendations of all genres, check out this post and this Edelweiss catalog. EVERY RISING SUN by Jamila Ahmed9781250887092Trade paperback available 7/16/24 In this riveting take on One Thousand and One Nights, Shaherazade uses wit […]
Books with Libraries (10/25/23)
We absolutely love a book that’s set in a library, and today we have two: one where a woman becomes trapped in her hometown library with a group of her students and another in which a woman tries to uncover who her father really is in the context of his experience in WWII. THE PARLIAMENT […]
Yangsze Choo’s Letter to Librarians
Yangsze Choo’s forthcoming novel, THE FOX WIFE, brilliantly explores the dazzling intersection of mortals and spirits, humans and beasts. Full of unforgettable characters, this is a stunning novel about old loves, second chances, and ancient folktales that may very well be true. We’re thrilled to share with you a letter from Yangsze herself about her […]
Historical Fiction Spotlight (10/17/23)
We’re diving into historical fiction with a scandalous romance between a famous opera singer and a wealthy shipping magnate, and a WWII family drama told through a dual timeline! DIVA BY DAISY GOODWIN Available for download on Edelweiss know more. LibraryReads votes due by December 1st. “Divas have a reputation for being pampered and demanding, […]
Sneak Peek: November Indie Next List
The November 2023 Indie Next list includes SIX Macmillan titles! BOOKSHOPS & BONEDUST: A LEGENDS & LATTES NOVEL BY TRAVIS BALDREE9781250886101 | 11/7/23 2 starred reviews! “Knowing where a character ends up often drains tension from a prequel, but Baldree avoids that pitfall because the joy of reading here isn’t a simple uncertainty over who […]
A TRUE ACCOUNT Book Club Guide
A TRUE ACCOUNT tells the unforgettable story of two women in different worlds, both shattering the rules of their own society and daring to risk everything to go out on their own account. Filled with pirates and feminism, A TRUE ACCOUNT is a meticulously researched, powerful story filled with wild adventure and powerful women, perfect […]
Happy Half Hour (9/25/23)
We’re brightening up your Monday today with the next installment in a beloved Regency-era romance series, a YA romance about an artist moving on after a breakup, a space opera with an enemies-to-lovers romance, and the tale of a daring female treasure hunter disguised amongst pirates. NEVER WAGER WITH A WALLFLOWER: A Merriwell Sisters Novel […]