Fiction - Family Life - General

'Fans of MARTINA COLE will love this' Katerina DiamondA gripping new series from million-copy bestseller Mel Sherratt.'I love all Mel Sherratt's books' IAN RANKIN'Twists and turns and delivers a satisfying shot of tension' RACHEL ABBOTTA killer is on the loose, attacking people in places...

Heartache and hardship in London's East End, from the bestselling author of The Orphans of Halfpenny StreetIt's the 1950's and the orphans of Halfpenny Street have found a new home in the Essex countryside at Halfpenny House. Meanwhile, back among the slum clearances of...

For longtime Ya-Ya fans, as well as the lucky ones discovering Wells for the first time, comes Wells's new standalone novel about the pull of first love, the power of home, and everyday magic. "My name is Calla Lily Ponder. I was born in...

A loving family, a child on the way, and a secret concealed generations ago that will tear their lives apart... 'The Family Tree' is issue-led women's fiction perfect for fans of Jodi Picoult. Dana Clarke has it all - a husband, Hugh, who she...

The much anticipated second novel from prize-winning Irish poet and novelist, Kerry Hardie. 'The Bird Woman' is a moving account of two marriages, a gift that feels like a curse, and the freedom that lies on the far side of family or group identity....

The mesmerizing bestseller from Josephine Cox - the nation's favourite storyteller. Some secrets can haunt a whole lifetime. In the riverside town of Bedford, four students can hear the haunting voice of a woman singing. The beautiful melody is coming from their neighbour -...

Author: Louise FeinISBN-10: 0063411431ISBN-13: 9780063411432Publisher: William Morrow & CompanyLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/17/2026Pages: 384Format: Paperback

Author: Anny CabaISBN-13: 9798992796919Publisher: Anny CabaLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/05/2025Pages: 276Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.71lbsSize: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.62d

Author: Shail RajanISBN-13: 9798987102244Publisher: Shail RajanLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/12/2025Pages: 430Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.98lbsSize: 8.00h x 5.25w x 0.96d

Author: Jennifer Birn, Dhani JonesISBN-13: 9798892217521Publisher: Fulton BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/28/2025Pages: 318Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.94lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.71d

Author: Pia ThrasherISBN-13: 9798231356362Publisher: Pia ThrasherLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/15/2025Pages: 74Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.18lbsSize: 8.00h x 5.00w x 0.18d

Author: Olivia MuenterISBN-10: 0316594563ISBN-13: 9780316594561Publisher: Little Brown and CompanyLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/03/2026Pages: 320Format: Hardcover

Author: Lee OnhwaISBN-10: 0063468026ISBN-13: 9780063468023Publisher: William Morrow & CompanyLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/13/2026Pages: 240Format: Hardcover

Good-heartedly nicknamed Sparky the Dork by her close group of friends, she is a fourteen-year-old girl learning about life while living in an elderly community with her nana. You will meet her closest friend Jill and the boys they are crushing on, named Joe,...

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...

Prima's life growing up on the coast of Southern California is nearly perfect until her twentieth birthday when her father attempts a murder-suicide of their family. She is the only survivor. His act is even more incomprehensible because, until that moment, he was always...

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,...

From the winner of the PEN/Malamud Award and "one of our most gifted writers"(Chicago Tribune) comes a comic novel about a divorced Midwestern dad who takes a cutting-edge medical test and learns that he has a predisposition to murder. In this fresh take on...

Two adult children must go through what their father left behind and find a life they never knew he led. In a trunk covered with dust lies the past of a lost life they never knew existed. The collective writings of their father, a...

A woman confronts the surprising results of an ancestry test and begins to question the meaning of family and friendship in this wise, tender novel teeming with life--from the beloved #1 New York Times bestselling author of After Annie High school English teacher Polly...

"A morally complex and life-affirming exploration of what it means to be alive, and of the enduring power of love to transform, reanimate, and redeem." --Celeste Ng, New York Times-bestselling author of Our Missing Hearts I am one of those boys they keep finding...

Christina's Cupboard is a historical fiction novel-in-stories chronicling the history of the Wade family and their descendants-the people they encounter and the events they experience as they journey through life-from 1700s England to modern-day America.It was 1980 when John Murphy began researching his family's...

"...a gentle, heartfelt story that honors the subtleties of childhood and the lasting power of simple moments." - Readers' Favorite, 5 stars In the summer of 1960, six-year-old Wes explores his sleepy hometown, Manhassett Beach, where life feels as vast and simple as a...

A stirring novel from the author of I Couldn't Love You More and Hideous Kinky: the story of two sisters who couldn't be more different and the great love that holds them together throughout a tumultuous youthFor as long as Lucy can remember, she's...

"A spirited romp on the Caribbean seas, Salty is an upstairs-downstairs tale with Kate Myers' signature colorful characters and a setting to die for. For fans of Below Deck and beyond, Salty belongs in your beach bag this summer. A fun and frothy treat!"--Rachel...

""After decades of bestsellers, Wayward Girls might be Susan Wiggs' opus. A gut-wrenching story of survival, friendship, and justice. Masterful.""--Robert Dugoni, New York Times bestselling author of The Extraordinary Life of Sam Hell""The magnificent Susan Wiggs takes a leap into the history of women..a...

Embark on a transformative journey with "Raging Rails," a gripping tale of redemption and self-discovery set against the backdrop of America's vast landscapes. Follow Jake as he escapes a turbulent past filled with addiction, violence, and fleeting highs, seeking solace and meaning on the...

Brett "Rebel" Hart has never been one to abide by social norms, whether it's professionally with his band, Rebel Heart, or in his private life. He's had an ongoing relationship with his music collaborator for many years but never fully committed to him nor...

The book "" The Autobiography of a Slander "" has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future...

One man, two centuries, in America's last continental frontier. Adapting to a new language during the early years of the family featured in this novel proved to be more difficult for adults than for their children who had the benefit of formal in-class schooling....

Book 2 in the "Anaya's World" series. Things are looking up for Anaya Goode after the deaths of her brother and mother. She is the youngest (and highest paid) executive in Alameda County. She is in an adoring relationship with the love of her...

Danny's World is the story of Danny, an amazing handicapped boy who won the fight to overcome the stigma of being a disabled or handicapped child following the Great Depression. The power of superstition and fear held sway over the lives of families with...

The emotional and gripping Victorian saga series from Fenella J Miller**1840s Colchester **A tragic loss, a new path?Whan her family is struck by a terrible tragedy, Sarah Nightingale is forced to go into service at Grey Friars House as an under nursery-maid. Although the...

BRAND NEW. Beautifully heart-warming book club read from Sian O'GormanA tale of love, discovery, and second chances...In the bustling world of Dublin's advertising scene, Kitty O'Sullivan, a copywriter, feels an unexplainable void in her life that she can't quite pinpoint. Her five-year relationship with...

'Very highly recommended.' Louise DouglasAD 61Brittania is in the hands of the Romans but when the conquering army betray the dead King Prasutagus by defiling his daughters, his Queen, Boudicca, is determined to regain her land.Iceni slave Brea remembers little of the time before...

Twin mysteries, years apart, connect two mothers and their daughters in a gripping novel of psychological suspense by New York Times bestselling author Lauren Oliver.Who in their right mind would move into the Faraday House, with its grim history and a generation spent rotting...

An ingeniously witty novel about the risks--and rewards--of opening your life to new people by Amazon Charts bestselling author Camille Pagán.No new people: that's Annie Mercer's vow. It's bad enough that her boss sabotaged her chemistry career and her best friend tried to cure...

These early works by Guy de Maupassant were originally published in the 1880's. As a collection of short stories, this represents Maupassant's tales of the family, and includes 'A Family Affair', 'My Uncle Jules', 'The Gamekeeper', 'The Story of a Farm Girl', and many...

These early works by Guy de Maupassant were originally published in the 1880's. As a collection of short stories, this represents Maupassant's tales of unwanted children, and includes 'The Father', 'Useless Beauty', 'A Mother of Monsters', 'The Son', 'The Story of a Farm Girl',...

Author: Muna ShehadiISBN-10: 1035407787ISBN-13: 9781035407781Publisher: HeadlineLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/01/2025Pages: 448Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.70lbsSize: 7.70h x 5.00w x 1.20d

Margaret Pedler's "The Lamp of Fate" explores the timeless complexities of love, family, and destiny in England. This classic work of fiction delves into the lives of women navigating the intricacies of romance and the bonds that tie families together. A compelling tale of...

In this heartwarming novel, Dromgoole tells the story of a group of childhood friends who reunite after many years to reminisce about old times and reflect on their lives. With its themes of friendship, loyalty, and the enduring bonds of community, this book is...

In this poignant novel, Monica Dickens explores the complexities of family relationships and the challenges of growing up. Set in England in the early 20th century, the story follows young Louise as she navigates the trials of adolescence and the demands of her unconventional...

What if you discover everything you believed to be true about yourself has been a lie? Stunned by news of an impending redundancy, and impelled by the magic of a long-forgotten sand dollar, Jenny retreats to her godmother in Oregon to consider her future....

Set in the turbulent years before the 1952 revolution that would overthrow King Farouk and bring Gamal Abdel Nasser to power, Stealth -- by Sonallah Ibrahim, one of Egypt's most respected and uncompromising novelists -- is a gripping story seen through the eyes of...

A Man Called Ove meets The Traveling Cat Chronicles in this utterly charming and brilliantly funny international fur-nomenon narrated by Frankie, a scrappy stray cat who knows a lot about life. Meet Frankie the cat. He's a scrappy stray who belongs to no one,...

Don't miss the perfect Christmas present for yourself (or for that best friend who would definitely help you hide a body...)---------------------Anna's Christmas Eve To Do List: 1. Wrap the kids' presents​2. Peel the potatoes ​3. Get rid of the dead body?!Hungover and exhausted after...

Author: Meg ShafferISBN-10: 0593983580ISBN-13: 9780593983584Publisher: Ballantine BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/07/2026Pages: 336Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.25lbs

In this humorous and heartfelt novel, a blueberry farmer teams up with a teenager in need to start a revenge business. What could possibly go wrong?In rural Ohio, the last connections lonesome Felicity Lavigne has to her late mom are the blueberry farm she...

Langston Hughes's debut novel, a moving portrait of African American family life in 1930s Kansas, newly reissued for Union Square & Co.'s Herald Classics line. Originally published in 1930, Not Without Laughter follows Sandy Rogers as a boy living in rural Kansas to his...