Fiction - Family Life - General

"Margaret Dashwood or, Interference" by Edith C. Hubback offers a compelling glimpse into the social tapestry of nineteenth-century England. This beloved classic of domestic fiction meticulously details the customs and expectations that defined the lives of young women navigating a world of intricate social...

Jessie Fothergill's "Oriole's daughter" offers a profound exploration of human relationships and the intricate web of societal expectations. This compelling literary novel masterfully delves into the profound dynamics of family life, placing a particular emphasis on the complex bond between fathers and daughters. Against...

Declan Shaw, a young Irish journalist, has seen more than his share of war-in North Africa in World War II and afterward in Palestine as witness to the birth of the State of Israel. In early 1950, he arrives in Washington, DC, to head...

The trusting lamb seals her fate when she lies to the hungry wolf dressed in sheep's clothing.Escaping her poisoned childhood, Lisa Darling focuses on creating a life she can be proud of. After years of solitude, the rule-following, good girl yearns for love and...

Alexannas tree is a heartfelt story about a mother's love for her child and strength over coming her child plucked from her world. Cassandra Vonnegut shares her personal journey through pain, healing, and finding hope again. Using the forest and trees as a way...

She's chasing the dream, just not her own. With money and personal woes piling up, can this educator lean on friends and survive the semester?Stadium, Texas. Life hasn't lived up to Heather Ramsey's hopes. Anxiously anticipating an upcoming promotion, the vice principal longs to...

'The nature of The Poisoned Parrot can grind you down, and it is very hard not to believe what it says.'Oliver Moorcroft returns home from school to his mother declaring a new relationship. His older brother Josh foretold the possibility of a second chance...

For Raphe Lombardi, life hasn't been easy. Permanently disfigured by a car crash at the age of nine that claimed the lives of his parents, set him on a never-ending path of doctors and painful surgical procedures. "Never judge a book by its cover,...

Life is hard, but friends make it better. Jackie Turner has never felt so invisible. As a top performer, the forty-eight-year-old is shocked when she's passed over for a promotion at work. Has she become irrelevant? It's a bitter pill, but she vows to...

Sunshine and friendship help chase away the shadows.Packing is the last thing Kit Robinson needs to cross off the to-do list before her long-anticipated girls' trip. She can't wait to enjoy an icy cocktail under a hot Hawaiian sun with old friends, where they'll...

Feel the agony of a collaborator torn between his survival and that of the harmless victims of war. Get spooked by two souls trapped in one body and shudder at what the fort in the clouds can do to mortals. The poignant tale of...

In an apartment fit for a fairy tale princess who knows what magic might happen?In the bustling heart of the city, Helene King is looking for a sanctuary.Her lease has expired. She's tired of sharing. She needs to economise.One fateful day, she finds a...

How well do we really know the people closest to us?In the burgeoning city of Gurgaon on the outskirts of Delhi, Radha, a young Indian wife, silently chafes against the suffocating strictures of her orthodox in-laws. Yearning to put her education to use, she...

At twenty-six years of age, Kathleen has almost everything she needs: a fulfilling teaching career, a new car, and a recently purchased home. She dedicates her free time to her students, supporting them in a manner she never had growing up. Her days are...

Receiving an invitation for the third year to enter a Valentine's Day fashion designer contest, she thought to herself, "Am I good enough."Digging her heels in after seeing this invitation, Talia Rose-Porter became defensive when asked why she didn't want to enter. She wasn't...

Congenial, unassuming, Adam Thompson's job is to scour the countryside to identify weeds that must be destroyed. Around his hometown, he is well-received. When he ventures into a remote corner of the county, he meets the Hudson brothers and learns routine friendliness is not...

In New America, 2095, women have been liberated from childbirth, and natural pregnancy is expressly forbidden. Individuals are no longer classified by biological sex, but by their inherent nature: Manx are ambitious and logical while Femina are sensitive, communicative, and nurturing.By all measures, thirty-three-year-old...

Crusher Bruskiewicz doesn't believe he can be stopped. The fifteen-year old takes every challenge thrown his way, bolstering his fearsome reputation and encouraging his bullying ways. Some of his adventures are hazy in his mind, though, and hard to remember specifically. What the teenager...

Mansfield Park is the third published novel by Jane Austen, first published in 1814 by Thomas Egerton. A second edition was published in 1816 by John Murray, still within Austen's lifetime. The novel did not receive any public reviews until 1821.The novel tells the...

Secrets: The Henley family saga that began with The Gatehouse continues. There's nothing predictable about the way Kenneth Henley's professional, personal and family life experiences unfold. Secrets abound. There's the arrival of the mysterious and attractive parisienne, Dr. Sophie Hébert. And what about the...

Daniel is my son. He has always been mine. And he always will be.On some level deep inside, Laura Bateman knows something is wrong. That her relationship with her son is not what it should be. That it is based on lies.But bad things...

When a mysterious boy arrives at her bedside, a despairing young accident victim resents his intrusion. Twelve-year-old Cricket Dalton is convinced her life is over. What good is living if you can't move or feel anything below your neck? And, worse yet, you've been...

The Sweedies are an average modern family with their share of quirks. They face life with humour and cherish family time, especially with the Grannies. A trip to Spain brings mishaps - Sally Sweedie, mother to Jen and Ted, misplaces her phone while dealing...

"The Younger Sister, Vol. 1" offers a glimpse into 19th-century domestic life, exploring the intricate relationships within families, particularly between sisters. Co-authored by Catherine Anne Austen Hubback and Jane Austen, this work of historical fiction provides subtle social commentary through the lens of everyday...

Venture into the heart of "The Great Swamp Mystery" in "The Bradys Beyond Their Depth," a classic of American fiction where humor and suspense intertwine. This rediscovered gem, penned anonymously, throws a family into a baffling mystery that only a keen detective can solve....

F. Anstey's "Vice Versa: or A Lesson to Fathers" explores the timeless dynamic between a father and son through a fantastical and humorous lens. This classic work of fiction delves into the complexities of family life with a magical twist, offering a satirical look...

In this fast-paced, character- driven novel, Kit Lavoie has lost her college scholarship, and is back at her seaside home north of Boston. Responsible for her childlike mother and her brother, Larry, she takes a job with a personal injury lawyer. Kit willingly goes...

After twenty years in Castro's prisons, Juan Perez comes to America and encounters culture shock, unpredictable characters, and confusion as he and his companion in exile, Dottie, search for the Perez family in Miami.Author: Christine BellISBN-10: 0393334333ISBN-13: 9780393334333Publisher: W. W. Norton & CompanyLanguage: EnglishPublished:...

As summer begins on Osprey Island, preparations at the Lodge -- the island's one and only hotel -- are underway for the busy season. On maintenance and housekeeping there's Lance and Lorna Squire, Osprey locals and raging drinkers; and their irrepressible son Squee. There...

If you could have anything, do anything...what would it be?Jessie Hart has a soft spot for healing the broken, especially horses and children, but her business is failing and bankruptcy is looming. The one man who can save Heart Fire Ranch is the last...

Author: Jane HarmonISBN-13: 9798233579486Publisher: Jane HarmonLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/09/2026Pages: 266Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.59lbsSize: 8.00h x 5.00w x 0.56d

An insightful new novel from Danielle Steel, whose countless #1 New York Times bestselling novels have made her one of America's favorite storytellers.Author: Danielle SteelISBN-10: 0593973305ISBN-13: 9780593973301Publisher: Delacorte PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/29/2026Pages: 272Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.25lbs

Author: Cynthia D'Aprix SweeneyISBN-13: 9798228690004Publisher: HarperAudioLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/03/2026Format: CD

Author: Brittan LockartISBN-10: 1971228532ISBN-13: 9781971228532Publisher: Brittan LockartLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/12/2026Pages: 242Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.81lbsSize: 8.00h x 5.00w x 0.69d

Author: Patricia VidoISBN-10: 1971167002ISBN-13: 9781971167008Publisher: Grunge Muffin PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/14/2026Pages: 246Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.54lbsSize: 8.00h x 5.00w x 0.56d

Author: Julia JarmanISBN-10: 183703706XISBN-13: 9781837037063Publisher: Boldwood Books LtdLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/11/2026Pages: 336Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.65lbsSize: 7.81h x 5.06w x 0.84d

Author: Rosalie Jones KnoglerISBN-10: 1834188032ISBN-13: 9781834188034Publisher: Tellwell TalentLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/05/2026Pages: 186Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.97lbsSize: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.63d

Author: Rosalie Jones KnoglerISBN-10: 1834188024ISBN-13: 9781834188027Publisher: Tellwell TalentLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/05/2026Pages: 186Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.65lbsSize: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.51d

Author: Natoya PalmerISBN-10: 1971141054ISBN-13: 9781971141053Publisher: Columbus Book PublishersLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/05/2026Pages: 60Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.27lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.16d

Author: Natoya PalmerISBN-10: 1971141089ISBN-13: 9781971141084Publisher: Columbus Book PublishersLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/06/2026Pages: 106Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.80lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.44d

Author: Julie HoustonISBN-10: 1806561565ISBN-13: 9781806561568Publisher: Boldwood Books LtdLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/16/2026Pages: 304Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.85lbsSize: 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.76d

She married my ex. She needs my help. But can I trust her?I came to live in my run-down little cottage in this peaceful village ten years ago. I don't let anyone into my home, I don't tell anyone about the man I ran...

In a provocative novel addressing contemporary immigration by the sharply observant Lionel Shriver, a New York family takes in a Honduran migrant--who may or may not be the innocent paragon she claims to be.Gloria Bonaventura, a divorced mother of three living with her 26-year-old...

When her breast cancer returns with a terminal diagnosis, Rachel refuses another round of painful treatments that offer little hope. Instead, she chooses to live: fully, intentionally, and on her own terms. As time grows short, she begins quietly preparing the world she will...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - A devoted mother outrunning a troubled childhood and adapting to an empty nest is tested in ways she never expected in this suspenseful novel by #1 New York Times bestselling author Danielle Steel. On the occasion of her daughter...

A powerful, singular collection of short stories depicting the evolving role of fatherhood in contemporary society--perfect for readers of Jamel Brinkley's A Lucky Man and Phil Klay's Redeployment.From stories about a father who shows up hungover to chaperone his daughter's kindergarten bowling trip, to...

Discover "Liliecrona's home," a poignant work from the celebrated Swedish author Selma Lagerlöf. This compelling piece of domestic fiction delves into the intricate world of a young woman navigating complex family relationships within the home of a clergyman. At its heart, "Liliecrona's home" is...

"An uplifting tale of friendship, kindness, and connection . . . This joyful story of the unlikely friendship between five strangers and one remarkable cat is a must-read for cat lovers."--Marianne Cronin, author of The One Hundred Years of Lenni and Margot Núria, a...

One year after a nearly fatal accident in December, an unsettled Natasha Stewart attempts to regain control of her life in the aftermath. Her physical recovery having drawn to a close, she turns her focus to the psychological challenges of her unwitting existence. With...

Author: Niall WilliamsISBN-10: 163973953XISBN-13: 9781639739530Publisher: Bloomsbury PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/10/2026Pages: 64Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.00lbsSize: 7.79h x 5.08w x 1.00d