Fiction - Family Life - General

A NEW YORK TIMES NOTABLE BOOK - A BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR - From the best-selling author of The Twelve Tribes of Hattie, a searing multi-generational novel--set in the 1980s in racially and politically turbulent Philadelphia and in the tiny town of Bonaparte,...

Customer service exists in everything we do! It's the action we see on a daily basis that many don't take into consideration. But subconsciously, it can dictate how our days, months, and years unfold! The "action" that is customer service is in need of...

Milena Michiko Flasar's Mr Katō Plays Family is an eccentric second-lease-on-life novel for fans of A Man Called Ove and Beautiful World, Where Are You. Mr Katō--a curmudgeon and recent retiree--finds his only solace during his daily walks, where he wonders how his life...

This fast-paced and riveting thriller, from No.1 New York Times bestseller Justin Scott, sees ruthless Chris Taggart take on the toughest men in organized crime Ruthless Christ Taggart is a wealthy entrepreneur, haunted by the bitter memory of his father's murder. So he sets...

"Wholly immersive and impeccably researched, Bryn Turnbull's tale brings the time vividly to life." --Toronto Star on The Paris DeceptionFor fans of Kate Quinn and Kristin Hannah, this sweeping love story follows a young couple whose lives are irrevocably changed when they're separated overnight...

One of Electric Literature's "75 Books by Women of Color to Read in 2024"From the National Book Award-winning translator, an atmospheric and wise debut novel of a young Brazilian woman's first year in America, a continent away from her lonely mother, and the relationship...

Meghan Coleman has been head-over-heels for her husband, Hugo, for twenty-seven years. But one afternoon a few weeks before Thanksgiving, she discovers a box of letters from his ex-fiancé, which illustrate a smoldering love, one he never mentioned. Not long after that, she learns...

Meghan Coleman has been head-over-heels for her husband, Hugo, for twenty-seven years. But one afternoon a few weeks before Thanksgiving, she discovers a box of letters from his ex-fiancé, which illustrate a smoldering love, one he never mentioned. Not long after that, she learns...

A widowed American diplomat tries to reignite his romantic life while searching for a terrorist who murdered an American citizen. Mark Pacer is a diplomat stationed at the American consulate in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, where an anarchist group may have murdered U.S. citizen, Bill...

Three generations of women learn to own their mistakes and rebuild their bonds as they prepare to compete in the South Florida Senior Synchronized Swimming Competition. "A witty, touching story of resilience, forgiveness, complicated family dynamics, and second chances."--Deepa Varadarajan, author of Late Bloomers...

Written by iconic Egyptian novelist Ihsan Abdel Kouddous, this classic of love, desire, and family breakdown smashed through taboos when first published in Arabic and continues to captivate audiences today It is 1950s Cairo and 16-year-old Amina is engaged to a much older man....

A stunning edition of James Baldwin's timeless novel, with a new introduction by bestselling novelist Brit Bennett From one of our greatest writers, James Baldwin's If Beale Street Could Talk is a profoundly moving novel about love in the face of injustice that is...

Hailed "the deepest and the best" of Pulitzer-Prize winning author Oscar Hijuelos's novels, this acclaimed national bestseller examines faith lost and regained after a businessman's son violently dies at Christmas (New York TimesBook Review). In 1960s New York, Edward Ives is a picture of...

Don't miss the new laugh-out-loud novel from Andi Osho, the bestselling author of Asking for a Friend!'Andi Osho brings lots of laughs to this heartfelt romcom.' Woman's Weekly'Another wildly entertaining novel from the much-loved British comedian.' I News* * * A NEW MAN ON...

"While Daddy Is Away" is an encouraging inside view to help your little ones pass the time in a variety of ways. It teaches them coping skills and independence as well as developing skills to stay connected in different ways. Deployments can be hard...

Lilah Hale isn't marriage material. She knew it three years ago, minutes before walking down the aisle, and she knows it now. When her family comes together in Southern California Wine Country, for her little brother's wedding, she's even more convinced she made the...

Lara Burns has just left a prestigious career in family law after devastating professional burnout. During her hiatus, she drives through a blizzard to join her family at White Rose Lodge for her niece's mid-winter wedding. What can go wrong will go wrong when...

In an age of poverty and war, life was not easy for anyone, not even in the humble land of Prince Edward Island. Christopher Livingston must pull duties far beyond what should be required of a twelve-year-old, now that his father is an ocean...

Lily is 92 and failing in health. Her family tell her she is going on a little holiday, and although she finds herself still on her beloved Isle of Wight, to her horror she is now living permanently in a residential home at the...

Kai Ingersohn was motivated to become a psychiatrist after a childhood of dysfunction with her tempestuous and manic-depressive grandmother, Dumpling. Now divorced, in private practice, and raising two teenagers, she starts work with Stephanie, a young grad student with acute leukemia, who has returned...

The year is 2033 and Robin wakes from a coma after 17 years to a world where money does not exist. This is the story of his journey to discover life in a whole new society and to understand that what he previously perceived...

'The Scarlet Pimpernel' is the first novel in a series of historical fiction by Baroness Orczy. It is a timeless novel of adventure, intrigue, and romance sparked by one man's defiance in the face of authority. The novel is set during the Reign of...

Love books? The Bordeaux Book Club is seeking new members!When Leah and her husband moved to France, it was with the dream of becoming self-sufficient. But in truth, it's not the 'good life' she'd imagined, as three hours of digging barely yields a single...

The Custom of the Country is a 1913 tragicomedy of manners novel by the American author Edith Wharton. It tells the story of Undine Spragg, a Midwestern girl who attempts to ascend in New York City society. The title phrase is discussed in the...

Justin Moore is a successful architect who loses his business, his home, his life savings, and his reputation when - fire destroys Liberty Tower One, the residential condominium that was to have been his masterwork. Seven people died in there.Having lost everything, Justin and...

A story of first love that will break your heart, this bittersweet debut novel follows two teenagers whose all-consuming relationship is tested by the forces of class, prejudice, and addiction."Reading this book is like holding a heartbeat in your hands."--Amy Jo Burns, author of...

In the spirit of Heather Morris, Kate Quinn, and Pam Jenoff, an enthralling and deeply moving story that begins during World War II, about orphaned twin sisters in Ireland whose lives diverge for decades, until fate--and faith--reunite them in the twilight of their lives.Orphaned...

Told with poetic prose and an imaginative voice, this "beautifully composed [and] original" (Joyce Carol Oates, New York Times bestselling author) debut novel explores family, trauma, and belonging through one woman's journey to reconnect with her roots. Abby Rodier was a "drop-box baby," a...

Suddenly-widowed Maisie sets out to clear her late husband's collection; wonky furniture and balding rugs, bolts of material for upholstery projects he never got round to, other people's trash brought home from car boot sales and rescued from the tip. The hoard is endless,...

"A delightful coming-of-age story set in Jamaica, amid heartbreak, hopefulness, and mirth."--Charmaine Wilkerson, New York Times bestselling author of Black CakeOne of the BBC and Zibby Mag's Most Anticipated Books of 2024A winning debut novel about a Jamaican girl determined to bake her way...

The next instalment in Georgina Troy's Sunflower Cliffs seriesSet sail for the breathtaking island of Jersey in this gorgeous, romantic series. Perfect for fans of Jessica Redland and Phillipa Ashley.When shoe designer Paige Bingham is jilted she decides to enjoy her honeymoon-for-one in Sorrento....

A mother and daughter adrift, a friend in need, and a village to call home...When Kate O'Hare discovers she's pregnant, she is determined to return to her hometown of Sandycove in Dublin.On the other side of the Atlantic, her estranged mother, international superstar, Lola,...

The Corona Verses blurs the line between novel and short story collection, connecting ten tales that explore the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on the fictional town of Santa Pulmo. Tim O'Leary employs his trademark humorist approach to characters navigating love, loss, isolation, fresh...

There are worse fates than growing up knowing that you will one day inherit a vast and magnificent Cotswolds country estate, but for Rhys Travers it has always felt like a huge responsibility.Juniper Meadows is home to much of his extended family, not to...

Alexis struggles to find peace and purpose while navigating through the effects of broken parenting. As questions arise about the purpose in pain-filled living, she sees a glimpse of light that ultimately gets taken from her.Author: Brionna NijahISBN-10: 8887515530ISBN-13: 9798887515533Publisher: Christian FaithLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/27/2023Pages:...

In this gripping follow-up to The Reluctant King, the "Monarchy" of New York City's Five Points is in total disarray, giving way to a bloody battle for the crownAuthor: K'WanISBN-10: 1636141773ISBN-13: 9781636141770Publisher: Akashic Books, Ltd.Language: EnglishPublished: 07/02/2024Pages: 200Format: Paperback

Love books? The Bordeaux Book Club is seeking new members!When Leah and her husband moved to France, it was with the dream of becoming self-sufficient. But in truth, it's not the 'good life' she'd imagined, as three hours of digging barely yields a single...

New York Times BestsellerA TODAY Show #ReadWithJenna Book Club Pick A Big Chill for our times, celebrating decades-long friendships and promises--especially to ourselves--by the bestselling and beloved author of The Guncle. It's been a minute--or five years--since Jordan Vargas last saw his college friends,...

This novel traces the journey taken by Cynthia as she began to search for love. Her grandmother, who she thought was her mother until she was thirteen, raised her. She never felt any love from her new family, so she reached out to find...

From the bestselling author of Fight Club comes a hilarious horror satire "equal parts saccharine caricature and startling raunch" (Kirkus Reviews) about a family of professional killers responsible for the most atrocious events in history and the young brothers that are destined to take...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - From Danielle Steel comes an uplifting novel about an author who--to her surprise--inherits a grand estate near London. Sabrina Brooks is a wildly successful bestselling author of gripping thrillers. Unlike her fictional characters, Sabrina lives a quiet life in...

Swimming to Jerusalem is the story of Bram Goodman; his family, friends, colleagues, and demons.Born in Paris, he spent his childhood in Israel and moved to Brooklyn as a teenager. When he flunks out of college, Bram returns to Israel in an effort to...

Widowed and now the last lonely inhabitant of a small island in Northwestern Ireland, Sean is tired, grieving, and ready to be done with his life. Long estranged from his only child, and spurred by his wife's last words to him, Sean dreams up...

Twenty-five years ago, Oriana hid a devastating professional mistake--and now must face the consequences. Oriana Coleman is one of the most sought-after art dealers on the east coast, renowned in New York, London, Paris, and Tokyo. She fought tooth and nail to get to...

Twenty-five years ago, Oriana hid a devastating professional mistake--and now must face the consequences. Oriana Coleman is one of the most sought-after art dealers on the east coast, renowned in New York, London, Paris, and Tokyo. She fought tooth and nail to get to...

Ruth is a woman who believes in and despairs of the curative power of love. Her daughter, Eleanor, who is addicted to drugs, has just had a baby, Lily. Ruth adjusts herself in ways large and small to give to Eleanor what she thinks...

Ruth is a woman who believes in and despairs of the curative power of love. Her daughter, Eleanor, who is addicted to drugs, has just had a baby, Lily. Ruth adjusts herself in ways large and small to give to Eleanor what she thinks...

What secrets are hiding behind the imposing gates of Indigo House? Oregonian Julia Van Wyck lives in her famous father's shadow and struggles with a stagnant career. When she loses her parents in a car crash, her father's literary agent tells her that Charles...

Twelve-year-old Asia Wallace's life changes after her mother dies, and her father leaves with the mother's identical twin sister. Thirteen years later the young woman has to face another life-changing event as she deals with a devastating loss. Buried secrets surface, and put Asia...

Brothers Paul and David Ambrose leave the toil of everyday life and head west, finding a place to call home against the light and sparkling waters of the Elizabeth River, surrounded by the dark and threatening woods of St. George's Valley. With their friends,...