Monday, September 13, 2021

iTunes Store: Top 25 Books 2021-09-13

Rick Mofina - A Perfect Grave artwork A Perfect Grave
Jason Wade, no. 3
Rick Mofina
Genre: Mysteries & Thrillers
Price: $0.99
Publish Date: March 24, 2015
Publisher: Rick Mofina
Seller: Smashwords, Inc.

In Book 3 of the Jason Wade series, the rookie crime reporter from the wrong side of the tracks pursues the story of a murdered Seattle nun. The case leads him to a hermit nun who founded a mysterious religious order; and ultimately to the dark secret that has tormented his ex-cop father for decades. It culminates in a life and death struggle against the clock. With time running out, Jason and his father battle the odds to confront a terrible truth. Rick Mofina is a former journalist who has interviewed murderers on death row, flown over L.A. with the LAPD and patrolled with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police near the Arctic. He's also reported from the Caribbean, Africa and Kuwait's border with Iraq. His books have been published in nearly 30 countries, including an illegal translation produced in Iran. His work has been praised by James Patterson, Dean Koontz, Michael Connelly, Lee Child, Tess Gerritsen, Jeffery Deaver, Sandra Brown, James Rollins, Brad Thor, Nick Stone, David Morrell, Allison Brennan, Heather Graham, Linwood Barclay, Peter Robinson, Håkan Nesser and Kay Hooper. The Crime Writers of Canada, The International Thriller Writers and The Private Eye Writers of America have listed his titles among the best in crime fiction. As a two-time winner of Canada's Arthur Ellis Award, a three-time Thriller Award finalist and a two-time Shamus Award finalist, the Library Journal calls him, “One of the best thriller writers in the business."



Jody Wilson-Raybould - "Indian" in the Cabinet
Speaking Truth to Power
Jody Wilson-Raybould
Genre: Biographies & Memoirs
Price: $17.99
Expected Publish Date: September 14, 2021
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
Seller: Harper Collins Canada Limited

A compelling political memoir of leadership and speaking truth to power by one of the most inspiring women of her generation Jody Wilson-Raybould was raised to be a leader. Inspired by the example of her grandmother, who persevered throughout her life to keep alive the governing traditions of her people, and raised as the daughter of a hereditary chief and Indigenous leader, Wilson-Raybould always knew she would take on leadership roles and responsibilities. She never anticipated, however, that those roles would lead to a journey from her home community of We Wai Kai in British Columbia to Ottawa as Canada’s first Indigenous Minister of Justice and Attorney General in the Cabinet of then newly elected prime minister, Justin Trudeau. Wilson-Raybould’s experience in Trudeau’s Cabinet reveals important lessons about how we must continue to strengthen our political institutions and culture, and the changes we must make to meet challenges such as racial justice and climate change. As her initial optimism about the possibilities of enacting change while in Cabinet shifted to struggles over inclusivity, deficiencies of political will, and concerns about adherence to core principles of our democracy, Wilson-Raybould stood on principle and, ultimately, resigned. In standing her personal and professional ground and telling the truth in front of the nation, Wilson-Raybould demonstrated the need for greater independence and less partisanship in how we govern. “Indian” in the Cabinet: Speaking Truth to Power is the story of why Wilson-Raybould got into federal politics, her experience as an Indigenous leader sitting around the Cabinet table, her proudest achievements, the very public SNC-Lavalin affair, and how she got out and moved forward. Now sitting as an Independent Member in Parliament, Wilson-Raybould believes there is a better way to govern and a better way for politics—one that will make a better country for all.



Beverly Barton - After Dark artwork After Dark
Beverly Barton
Genre: Suspense
Price: $5.99
Publish Date: May 26, 2011
Publisher: Zebra Books
Seller: Kensington Publishing Corp.

A widow accused of her husband’s murder may be the next to die in the bestselling author’s “sexy and clever” Southern romantic thriller ( New York Times bestselling author Linda Howard).   As the blazing heat of summer gives way to sultry September, a shroud of suspicion settles over the sleepy Alabama town of Noble's Crossing. Lane Noble Graham stands accused of murdering her ex-husband. And the one man who can help, Johnny Mack Cahill, vowed never to return to the town that scorned him—or the woman whose love he knew he didn't deserve.   From the rusted-out trailers on the wrong side of the river to the stately pillared mansions along Magnolia Avenue, everybody has something to hide. But one secret could make Lane and Johnny Mack the next targets of a twisted killer who's determined to striking again . . .   "A sizzling, sexy tale that grabs the reader by the throat and doesn't let go." — New York Times bestselling author Lisa Jackson



Kate McMillan - One Pot of the Day artwork One Pot of the Day
365 Recipes for Every Day of the Year
Kate McMillan
Genre: Methods
Price: $1.99
Publish Date: October 02, 2012
Publisher: Weldon Owen
Seller: OpenRoad Integrated Media, LLC

Take the fuss out of dinner with this hearty collection of satisfying, seasonal one-pot meals for every day of the year. Whether it’s slow-cooked short ribs, a hearty casserole, or a healthy stir-fry bursting with seasonal vegetables, the main course recipes found in this book will provide inspiration throughout the year. Fresh spring vegetables, like sugar snap peas, leeks, and tender asparagus bring new life to baked pastas, creamy risottos, and fluffy frittatas. In summer, the garden bounty stars in lighter fare like braised meat dishes with diverse flavors, roasted and stir-fried seafood, stratas, and enchiladas. In autumn, root vegetables take a leading role in pot roasts, gratins, and rustic tarts while classic comfort foods, such as meat loaf and baked ziti with sausage, are back-to-school favorites. Rich, savory dishes like meat pies, fall-off-the-bone lamb tagines, spicy curries, herbed cassoulets, and warming stews feed a crowd and keep winter’s chill away. With this book, discover 365 recipes for delicious, seasonal food that is made or finished in one pot, including many meatless and oven-to-table selections. Colorful calendars at the beginning of each chapter offer an at-a-glance view of the dishes best suited for the ingredients, occasions, and typical weather of the month. You’ll find a variety of recipes to satisfy any craving and suit any meal, with accompanying notes offering ideas for variations, garnishes, and other tips. Full-color photographs enhance many of the recipes to help guide your cooking. You’ll be amazed at the wide range of dishes from which to choose—just open this book, check the calendar, and discover an exciting new one-pot dish to try.



D.K. Hood - Cross My Heart artwork Cross My Heart
A completely gripping and unputdownable serial killer thriller
D.K. Hood
Genre: Police Procedural
Price: $0.99
Publish Date: July 07, 2021
Publisher: Bookouture
Seller: StoryFire Ltd

She wakes to the sound of footsteps outside her secluded home. Moving toward the window, she scans the dark woods around her and freezes. A tall figure in a long dark coat holds a crossbow pointed right at her. She blinks as lightning cracks overhead. But when she opens her eyes, the figure has vanished…   When the body of a man is found in the dense forest surrounding Black Rock Falls, Sheriff Jenna Alton immediately sees disturbing similarities with a past case—the same murder weapon, the remote beauty spot, and the way the victim is perched against a tree with no sign of a struggle. But the killer in that case was jailed for life.   Jenna suspects a copycat killer and her fears are confirmed when, during the town’s Halloween festival, the bodies of two tourists are found further down the remote trail. They too had been hunted down and murdered in another picturesque spot and all Jenna can hope is that the man behind bars can help her catch the twisted monster behind these new deaths.   As she comes face to face with the vicious murderer who has haunted her dreams for years, she is sure he knows more than he’s telling her. Looking deep into Jenna’s eyes, as if they’re two old friends catching up, he promises to take his final revenge on her for locking him up. But before she can learn more, he is dragged away by prison guards.   When a sudden emergency call takes Jenna and her deputy David Kane deep into the woods, Jenna senses something is very wrong about the situation. As a strange calmness falls over the forest, a familiar face emerges from the shadows. Will this killer be the one who finally takes down Sheriff Alton, and can they make it out of the forest alive?   If you love heart-racing crime books by authors like Lisa Regan, Melinda Leigh and Kendra Elliot, you will love this exciting thriller from USA Today bestselling author D.K. Hood. **Each Kane and Alton book can be read as part of the series or as a standalone**   What readers are saying about Cross My Heart : “ Wow! … A real heart-pounder! … It had intrigue, suspense and lots of heart-pounding moments! Lots of twists and turns and definitely some jaw-dropping moments! ” Sassy Southern Book Blog , 5 stars “ Hold, please, while I catch my breath … Holy smokes! This is one intense ride… I stayed up to 2am and I had to force myself to go to sleep. Then I woke up and needed to finish it.” Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars “ Amazing and brilliant … Had chills running a marathon up and down my spine .” Bforbookreview , 5 stars “ OMG! This drew me in quickly… I devoured this … A captivating roller coaster of a book.” NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars “ Exceptional … OMG, a fast-paced book that keeps you on the edge of your seat… Oh my word, this one was brilliant .” NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars “ Page-turner from the start! ” Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars “ Wasn’t that a roller coaster ride! Fasten your seatbelts readers, it’s a gloriously bumpy ride. ” Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars   “Another thrill ride … The action starts and doesn’t let up . It’s intense, dark and full of suspense.” NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars   “ Loved it! … What a thriller… These books give me chills … It does not slow down and keeps you on your toes… An intense thriller!” When The Book Ends , 5 stars “This book had me up past my bedtime … Be prepared – you’re in for a wild ride .” NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars “ I was on the edge of my seat … I love this author. I love this series. Each book is fabulous … I love everything about it .” NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars “An absolute heart-hammering cracker .” Carla Kovach, 5 stars



Vivian Arend - A Firefighter's Christmas Gift artwork A Firefighter's Christmas Gift
Holidays in Heart Falls #1
Vivian Arend
Genre: Vacation
Price: $0.99
Publish Date: September 11, 2018
Publisher: Arend Publishing Inc.
Seller: Arend Publishing Inc.

This firefighter has the perfect gift for a single mom and her little girl—if they’ll take him.  A stand alone holiday story from New York Times bestselling author Vivian Arend .   All Bradley Ford wants this holiday season is a date or three with sweet Hanna Lane. He’s the new fire chief, recently returned to Heart Falls to help his father after an accident. And while he wasn’t expecting to find someone like Hanna so soon, Brad’s certain that Hanna—and her adorable daughter, Crissy—are perfect for him and his plans to settle down.   Hanna’s been taking care of herself since she became a single mom at sixteen. The only pure, honest love she trusts is her little girl’s, but for the first time in eight years, her libido flares to life. Something about Brad draws her like a moth to a flame—which is always a bad idea for the moth.   When a fire leaves Hanna and Crissy homeless, Brad offers them shelter at his family’s homestead. Crissy insists they’ve moved in with Santa. Hanna’s not sure how she keeps ending up under the mistletoe with Brad.  And Brad? He’s hoping for the best Christmas gift of all… 



J. D. Robb - Forgotten in Death artwork Forgotten in Death
An Eve Dallas Novel
J. D. Robb
Genre: Police Procedural
Price: $14.99
Publish Date: September 07, 2021
Publisher: St. Martin's Publishing Group
Seller: Macmillan

In the latest novel in the #1 New York Times bestselling series, homicide detective Eve Dallas sifts through the wreckage of the past to find a killer. The body was left in a dumpster like so much trash, the victim a woman of no fixed address, known for offering paper flowers in return for spare change—and for keeping the cops informed of any infractions she witnessed on the street. But the notebook where she scribbled her intel on litterers and other such offenders is nowhere to be found. Then Eve is summoned away to a nearby building site to view more remains—in this case decades old, adorned with gold jewelry and fine clothing—unearthed by recent construction work. She isn’t happy when she realizes that the scene of the crime belongs to her husband, Roarke—not that it should surprise her, since the Irish billionaire owns a good chunk of New York. Now Eve must enter a complex world of real estate development, family history, shady deals, and shocking secrets to find justice for two women whose lives were thrown away…



Minerva Spencer - Outrageous artwork Outrageous
A Gripping Historical Regency Romance Book
Minerva Spencer
Genre: Historical
Price: $9.99
Publish Date: June 29, 2021
Publisher: Kensington Books
Seller: Kensington Publishing Corp.

Bridgerton fans and readers of Grace Burrowes, Sophie Jordan, and Alexa Aston won’t want to miss this clever and exciting new love story from the acclaimed author of Notorious . “This daring, emotional page-turner is a delight.” — Publishers Weekly When Eva de Courtney kidnaps Godric Fleming, her only plan is to stop the irritating earl from persecuting her beloved brother. But once she has the intriguing rogue in the confines of her carriage, she longs to taste the passion she senses simmering beneath his rugged exterior. Her forbidden plan is foiled, however, when Godric turns the tables, taking her hostage instead—and demanding they marry at once…   The last thing Godric wants to do is make the fiery, impulsive Eva his wife, despite her delectable mouth and alluring innocence. He knows from experience that nothing is forever, not even love. But honor demands he do right by the lady, no matter how stubbornly Eva tries to hold on to her independence. And while the road to the Scottish border is beset with danger, Godric’s greatest challenge is to keep his hands—and his heart—from his captivating bride-to-be… “Spencer is once again perfectly on point with her fetching brand of historical romance… a plot rich in action and danger and spiced with just the right amount of tart wit.” — Booklist “A fun and adventurous enemies-to-lovers romance.”  —One Book More “If you enjoy reading historical romance with some action…This is the book for you.” — Smitten by Books, Top Pick  



Janet Evanovich - Seven Up artwork Seven Up
A Stephanie Plum Novel
Janet Evanovich
Genre: Women Sleuths
Price: $1.99
Publish Date: April 01, 2010
Publisher: St. Martin's Publishing Group
Seller: Macmillan

Semiretired mob guy Eddie DeCooch is caught trafficking contraband cigarettes through Trenton, New Jersey. When DeCooch fails to show for a court appearance, bond enforcement agent Stephanie Plum is assigned the task of finding him and dragging his decrepit ass back to jail. Not such an easy job, it turns out, since DeCooch has learned a lot of tricks over the years and isn't afraid to use his gun. He's already shot Loretta Ricci, an innocent old lady, and left her for worm food in his shed. He wouldn't mind shooting Stephanie next. Likeable losers (and Steph's former high school classmates) Walter "MoonMan" Dunphy and Dougie "The Dealer" Kruper have inadvertently become involved with DeCooch. They've gotten sucked into an operation that is much more than simple cigarette smuggling and holds risks far greater than anyone could have imagined. When Dougie disappears, Steph goes into search mode. When Mooner disappears, she calls in the heavy artillery and asks master bounty hunter Ranger for help. Ranger's price for the job? One night with Stephanie, dusk to dawn. Not information she's want to share with her sometime live-in roommate, vice cop Joe Morelli, A typical dilemma in the world of Plum. And on the homefront, Stephanie's "perfect" sister, Valerie, has decided to move back to Trenton, bringing her two kids from hell with her. Grandma Mazur is asking questions about being a lesbian, and Bob, the bulimic dog, is eating everything in sight--including the furniture. Mud wrestling, motorcycles, fast cars, fast food, and fast men. It's Seven Up . Absolutely Janet Evanovich at her very best.



Yotam Ottolenghi - Ottolenghi Simple artwork Ottolenghi Simple
A Cookbook
Yotam Ottolenghi
Genre: Regional & Ethnic
Price: $3.99
Publish Date: October 16, 2018
Publisher: Appetite by Random House
Seller: Penguin Random House Canada

JAMES BEARD AWARD FINALIST • The New York Times bestselling collection of 130 easy, flavor-forward recipes from beloved chef Yotam Ottolenghi. In  Ottolenghi Simple , powerhouse author and chef Yotam Ottolenghi presents 130 streamlined recipes packed with his signature Middle Eastern–inspired flavors, all simple in at least (and often more than) one way: made in 30 minutes or less, with 10 or fewer ingredients, in a single pot, using pantry staples, or prepared ahead of time for brilliantly, deliciously simple meals. Brunch gets a make-over with Braised Eggs with Leeks and Za’atar; Cauliflower, Pomegranate, and Pistachio Salad refreshes the side-dish rotation; Lamb and Feta Meatballs bring ease to the weeknight table; and every sweet tooth is sure to be satisfied by the spectacular Fig and Thyme Clafoutis. With more than 130 photographs, this is elemental Ottolenghi for everyone.



Melanie A. Smith - You Can't Buy Love artwork You Can't Buy Love
Melanie A. Smith
Genre: Romance
Price: $0.99
Publish Date: August 18, 2021
Publisher: Wicked Dreams Publishing
Seller: Draft2Digital, LLC

2021 NATIONAL EXCELLENCE IN STORY TELLING FINALIST   "This book has the perfect amount of banter, chemistry, loyalty, drama, friendship and love." -Louise, Romance, Movies, and Books Blog From award-winning and international best-selling author Melanie A. Smith comes the third book in a new series of steamy contemporary medical romance standalone novels about life lessons that break all the rules. Money can't buy happiness, but neither can pride … Julianna Magnusson is tired of working her tail off at her thankless job as a nurse practitioner for the cardiac unit at Rutherford Hospital. Tired of having little to no time for her own life. But most of all, she's tired of pretending that she's happy about it all. So when her boss insists she attend the annual hospital charity gala, spending a ton of money on a dress to impress a bunch of stuck-up snobs doesn't exactly sound like her idea of a good time. Still, ever the dutiful employee, she makes an appearance. Only to meet a handsome stranger named Noah who stops her from drunkenly confronting the man who owns the hospital about all the issues at work. Then Noah does so much more, giving her a night of passion that she'll never forget. Still, Jules has no intentions of taking it further. As timely as meeting him was, Noah is many things she'd never want in a man: Clearly elitist, arrogant, and bossy, he's nothing more than a one-night stand. Which was a great plan until he turns up at her hospital with a mind to shake things up in a way that could affect her career and her decision to write him off, igniting an epic battle between them as the chemistry that sparked the initial attraction transforms into a battle of wills. Their clash could jeopardize everything Jules has worked for — or, if she can look past her own pride, it might lead to everything she needs. In the fight between what we think we want and what life has in store for us, what wins?



Erica Katz - The Boys' Club artwork The Boys' Club
A Novel
Erica Katz
Genre: Literary
Price: $11.99
Publish Date: August 04, 2020
Publisher: Harper
Seller: Harper Collins Canada Limited

Sweetbitter meets The Firm in this buzzy, page-turning debut novel about sex and power in the halls of corporate America. One of Buzzfeed's Most Anticipated Books of 2020, Cosmopolitan's Best Summer Reads of 2020, and the New York Post's 30 Best Summer Books Alex Vogel has always been a high achiever who lived her life by the book—star student and athlete in high school, prelaw whiz in college, Harvard Law School degree. Accepting a dream offer at the prestigious Manhattan law firm of Klasko & Fitch, she promises her sweet and supportive longtime boyfriend that the job won’t change her.  Yet Alex is seduced by the firm’s money and energy . . . and by her cocksure male colleagues, who quickly take notice of the new girl. She’s never felt so confident and powerful—even the innuendo-laced banter with clients feels fun. In the firm’s most profitable and competitive division, Mergers and Acquisitions, Alex works around the clock, racking up billable hours and entertaining clients late into the evening. While the job is punishing, it has its perks, like a weekend trip to Miami, a ride in a client’s private jet, and more expense-account meals than she can count.  But as her clients’ expectations and demands on her increase, and Alex finds herself magnetically drawn to a handsome coworker despite her loving relationship at home, she begins to question everything—including herself. She knows the corporate world isn’t black and white, and that to reach the top means playing by different rules. But who made those rules? And what if the system rigged so that women can’t win, anyway?  When something happens that reveals the dark reality of the firm, Alex comes to understand the ways women like her are told—explicitly and implicitly—how they need to behave to succeed in the workplace. Now, she can no longer stand by silently—even if doing what’s right means putting everything on the line to expose the shocking truth.



Mallory Rush - Love Game (Risky Lovers, Book 3) artwork Love Game (Risky Lovers, Book 3)
Mallory Rush
Genre: Contemporary
Price: $0.99
Publish Date: March 17, 2020
Publisher: EPublishing Works!
Seller: INscribe Digital

Tables Turn When a Worldly Lover Entices a Young, Widowed Mother in Love Game, a Sensual Romance by Mallory Rush Young widow Chris Nicholson is determined to never love again, but her little girl, Audrey, longs fo a daddy. Then old flame Greg Reynolds, who broke Chris’s heart in high school, shows up on Christmas Eve, and old feelings rush in. Greg Reynolds, now a twice-divorced Marine Major, is far from “daddy material”, but a quick and memorable holiday love affair is more than enticing. In a few weeks, he’ll return to The Pentagon, and she’ll go searching for The Great American Daddy. The tables turn when intimate love games reveal layers of deep desire neither knew were possible. But Greg knows he is not the type of man Chris needs, yet he can’t stop his heart from aching for her and the family she possesses, and Chris plans to take her “Daddy Search” back to her hometown, along with a secret growing inside of her. Risky Lovers Series Love Trade Love Lessons Love Game



Louise Penny - The Madness of Crowds artwork The Madness of Crowds
A Novel
Louise Penny
Genre: British Detectives
Price: $14.99
Publish Date: August 24, 2021
Publisher: St. Martin's Publishing Group
Seller: Macmillan

Instant #1 New York Times Bestseller AARP The Magazine – Recommended Summer Reading CNN – A Most Anticipated Book of August Bustle – A Most Anticipated Book of August Amazon Book Review – An Editors’ Pick for August CrimeReads – 5 Must-Read Psychological Thrillers CrimeReads – Most Anticipated Crime Books of 2021 Chief Inspector Armand Gamache returns to Three Pines in #1 New York Times bestseller Louise Penny's latest spellbinding novel You’re a coward . Time and again, as the New Year approaches, that charge is leveled against Armand Gamache. It starts innocently enough. While the residents of the Québec village of Three Pines take advantage of the deep snow to ski and toboggan, to drink hot chocolate in the bistro and share meals together, the Chief Inspector finds his holiday with his family interrupted by a simple request. He’s asked to provide security for what promises to be a non-event. A visiting Professor of Statistics will be giving a lecture at the nearby university. While he is perplexed as to why the head of homicide for the Sûreté du Québec would be assigned this task, it sounds easy enough. That is until Gamache starts looking into Professor Abigail Robinson and discovers an agenda so repulsive he begs the university to cancel the lecture. They refuse, citing academic freedom, and accuse Gamache of censorship and intellectual cowardice. Before long, Professor Robinson’s views start seeping into conversations. Spreading and infecting. So that truth and fact, reality and delusion are so confused it’s near impossible to tell them apart. Discussions become debates, debates become arguments, which turn into fights. As sides are declared, a madness takes hold. Abigail Robinson promises that, if they follow her, ça va bien aller . All will be well. But not, Gamache and his team know, for everyone. When a murder is committed it falls to Armand Gamache, his second-in-command Jean-Guy Beauvoir, and their team to investigate the crime as well as this extraordinary popular delusion. And the madness of crowds.



Mandy Robotham - The Girl Behind the Wall artwork The Girl Behind the Wall
Mandy Robotham
Genre: Historical
Price: $9.99
Publish Date: July 06, 2021
Publisher: Avon
Seller: Harper Collins Canada Limited

“A poignant, tender story of families and sisters divided by the cruelty of political chance–my heart ached for them on every page." Kate Quinn, New York Times bestselling author of The Alice Network A city divided. When the Berlin Wall goes up, Karin is on the wrong side of the city. Overnight, she’s trapped under Soviet rule in unforgiving East Berlin and separated from her twin sister, Jutta. Two sisters torn apart. Karin and Jutta lead parallel lives for years, cut off by the Wall. But Karin finds one reason to keep going: Otto, the man who gives her hope, even amidst the brutal East German regime. One impossible choice… When Jutta finds a hidden way through the wall, the twins are reunited. But the Stasi have eyes everywhere, and soon Karin is faced with a terrible decision: to flee to the West and be with her sister, or sacrifice it all to follow her heart? From the USA Today and internationally bestselling WWII novelist of The German Midwife, The Secret Messenger and The Berlin Girl comes a story set at the dawn of the Cold War in Berlin. Why readers love The Girl Behind the Wall: ‘I was captivated from the very first chapter. It was so well written, I felt like I was really there… A must read.’ NetGalley Reviewer ‘Oh my goodness, what a page-turner. My heart was in my mouth for most of this book.’ NetGalley Reviewer ‘Such a fast-paced read! Historical fiction at its best! Highly, highly recommend.’ NetGalley Reviewer ‘Another fabulous read from the super talented Mandy Robotham who never fails to give us a satisfying story… she has the ability to mix a damn good story with historical facts… you want to read and read… I raced through this one.’ NetGalley Reviewer ‘What a truly gripping read! I didn't want to stop reading, I was mesmerised…’ NetGalley Reviewer ‘I couldn’t put this book down… well-researched and a heartbreakingly accurate portrayal of the families separated by the wall. Keep the tissues handy because you might need them.’ NetGalley Reviewer ‘What a read. I found myself thinking of the family in the book as real people I loved. If you read only one book this year, make sure it’s this one!’ NetGalley Reviewer ‘Mandy Robotham has a gift for making history come alive. Amazing read. I simply could not put it down.’ NetGalley Reviewer ‘Beautifully written and heartfelt… I loved it… A story that will stay with you. Well worth a read.’ NetGalley Reviewer ‘Another winner from Mandy Robotham!’ NetGalley Reviewer About the author Mandy Robotham is a Globe and Mail, USA Today, and Canadian, US and Australian Kindle Top 100 bestseller. She has been an aspiring author from the age of nine, but was waylaid by journalism and later enticed by birth. She’s now a practicing midwife who writes about birth, death, love and everything else in between. She graduated with an MA in Creative Writing from Oxford Brookes University.



Raoul McLaughlin - The Roman Empire and the Silk Routes artwork The Roman Empire and the Silk Routes
The Ancient World Economy & the Empires of Parthia, Central Asia & Han China
Raoul McLaughlin
Genre: Ancient
Price: $1.99
Publish Date: November 11, 2016
Publisher: Pen & Sword Books
Seller: OpenRoad Integrated Media, LLC

A fascinating history of the intricate web of trade routes connecting ancient Rome to Eastern civilizations, including its powerful rival, the Han Empire.   The Roman Empire and the Silk Routes investigates the trade routes between Rome and the powerful empires of inner Asia, including the Parthian Empire of ancient Persia, and the Kushan Empire which seized power in Bactria (Afghanistan), laying claim to the Indus Kingdoms. Further chapters examine the development of Palmyra as a leading caravan city on the edge of Roman Syria. Raoul McLaughlin also delves deeply into Rome’s trade ventures through the Tarim territories, which led its merchants to the Han Empire of ancient China.   Having established a system of Central Asian trade routes known as the Silk Road, the Han carried eastern products as far as Persia and the frontiers of the Roman Empire. Though they were matched in scale, the Han surpassed its European rival in military technology.   The first book to address these subjects in a single comprehensive study, The Roman Empire and the Silk Routes explores Rome’s impact on the ancient world economy and reveals what the Chinese and Romans knew about their rival Empires.



Lisa Jewell - The Night She Disappeared artwork The Night She Disappeared
A Novel
Lisa Jewell
Genre: Mysteries & Thrillers
Price: $13.99
Publish Date: September 07, 2021
Publisher: Atria Books
Seller: Simon & Schuster Canada

“Utterly gripping with richly drawn, hugely compelling characters, this is a first-class thriller with heart.” —Lucy Foley, New York Times bestselling author “Insane suspense.” —Lee Child, New York Times bestselling author “Her best thriller yet.” —Harlan Coben, New York Times bestselling author From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Then She Was Gone comes another riveting work of psychological suspense about a beautiful young couple’s disappearance on a gorgeous summer night, and the mother who will never give up trying to find them... On a beautiful summer night in a charming English suburb, a young woman and her boyfriend disappear after partying at the massive country estate of a new college friend. One year later, a writer moves into a cottage on the edge of the woods that border the same estate. Known locally as the Dark Place, the dense forest is the writer’s favorite area for long walks and it’s on one such walk that she stumbles upon a mysterious note that simply reads, “DIG HERE.” Could this be a clue towards what has happened to the missing young couple? And what exactly is buried in this haunted ground? With her signature “rich, dark, and intricately twisted” (Ruth Ware, New York Times bestselling author) prose, Lisa Jewell has crafted a dazzling work of suspense that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the final page.



Chrystyna Lucyk-Berger - The Girl from the Mountains artwork The Girl from the Mountains
Absolutely heartbreaking and gripping World War 2 historical fiction
Chrystyna Lucyk-Berger
Genre: Historical
Price: $4.99
Publish Date: February 03, 2021
Publisher: Bookouture
Seller: StoryFire Ltd

“Absolutely heartbreaking… Gripped me from the first page and I read it in one sitting!… Will stay with me for a long time.” Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 1942, Czechoslovakia: Gently, she lowered the sleeping infant, swaddled in blankets, down into the tiny, dark space and carefully replaced the wooden floorboards. As she stepped back, she heard the slamming of doors, voices shouting in German and the sound of dogs beginning to bark… When the Gestapo arrive to arrest Magda’s kind, Jewish employers—clever Dr Tauber and his talented wife—she has only moments to save their tiny new-born son Samuel by placing him in a makeshift hiding place beneath the floor in her room. With the Taubers gone, their alpine villa is taken over by a brutal Nazi commander, who is determined to hunt down Resistance fighters in the mountains. Trapped in the house, Magda manages to get Samuel into hiding with her friends in the Resistance. Magda supports the cause, passing coded messages about the commander and smuggling much-needed supplies to their secret network. Magda is playing a dangerous game and it isn’t only her life on the line. And she will need to risk more than she ever thought possible to keep Samuel safe... A heart-breaking wartime epic of love, bravery, survival and one young woman’s exceptional courage, set against the backdrop of wild and beautiful forests and mountains. Perfect for fans of  My Name is Eva ,  The Alice Network  and  The German Midwife , this novel will stay with you long after you have turned the final page. Previously published as  Magda’s Mark , this edition has substantial editorial changes. Praise for  The Girl from the Mountains : “ Fantastic!!!  There wasn’t a moment when I wasn’t  gripped! ...  My heart really ached …  Incredibly gripping! ” Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “ Kept me up all night and I finished this book with tears in my eyes after I read the ending! ... Powerful, gripping… Unputdownable…  Five stars! ”  Tropical Girl Reads Books , ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “ A gripping story that will stay with you long after you have put it down … I highly recommend.” NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “ I could barely put down the book .  I smiled, cried … I recommend it to all history lovers!” Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “ What a story! ...  I loved the ending! ” NetGalley reviewer “ Grab a few tissues … Such  a powerful story you must read .” Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “ I loved Magda … A  unique  and  gripping  novel. It was  hard to put it down .” NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “ Gripping read … Magda is  a compelling heroine  … The authenticity of time and place was captured so well.” Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “ Wonderful intense read …  So vivid  you will feel you are there.  I could not put this story down . I  loved  the book.” Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “ Riveting, intense … From the very beginning you feel like you're amidst the chaos, the  heartbreak , the despair but also  the incredible bravery and spirit  of the people in WWII.” Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐



Ricardo Larrivée - Sheet Pan Everything artwork Sheet Pan Everything
Deliciously Simple One-Pan Recipes
Ricardo Larrivée
Genre: Methods
Price: $3.99
Publish Date: March 16, 2021
Publisher: Appetite by Random House
Seller: Penguin Random House Canada

NATIONAL BESTSELLER The simplest way to get a no-fuss delicious dinner on the table? The sheet pan! In the latest cookbook from Ricardo and team, you will find fuss-free, one-pan recipes the whole family will enjoy. Worried about what to make for dinner after a long busy workday? Take the stress out of cooking with these one-pan recipes! Lacking inspiration for flavorful meals the whole family will enjoy? Let the sheet pan will be the hero of your every meal! Love cooking, but hate cleaning up? Sheet pan meals are easy to make, and even easier to clean up! In this simple, beautiful, well-balanced cookbook, you will find more than 75 easy-to-follow recipes that are ready in a snap. Sheet Pan Everything has recipes that the whole family will enjoy, as well as strategies for how to plan your family's meals for the week. Inside are delicious recipes for any gathering, like Chicken Wings and Cauliflower with Honey-Mustard Sauce; Cheesesteak Subs; Parmesan-crusted Pork Chops; Cauliflower Tacos; Cheddar, Bacon and Baguette Strata; Beet, Chickpea and Pomegranate salad; Sheet Pan Raclette; Frangipane and Pear Tart; and Giant Ice Cream Sandwich. With recipes for weeknights, brunch, snacks, sweets, and entertaining, Sheet Pan Everything will inspire you with whole new ways to use your sheet pan!



Sandie Jones - The Other Woman artwork The Other Woman
A Novel
Sandie Jones
Genre: Mysteries & Thrillers
Price: $1.99
Publish Date: August 21, 2018
Publisher: St. Martin's Publishing Group
Seller: Macmillan

THE REESE WITHERSPOON X HELLO SUNSHINE BOOK CLUB PICK AND NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER "One of the most twisted and entertaining plots. " —Reese Witherspoon "Whiplash-inducing."— New York Times Book Review "Such fun you'll cheer [Emily's] chutzpah."— PEOPLE "This thriller will hit close to home."—Refinery29 The most twisty, addictive and gripping debut thriller you'll read this year. HE LOVES YOU: Adam adores Emily. Emily thinks Adam’s perfect, the man she thought she’d never meet. BUT SHE LOVES YOU NOT: Lurking in the shadows is a rival, a woman who shares a deep bond with the man she loves. AND SHE'LL STOP AT NOTHING: Emily chose Adam, but she didn’t choose his mother Pammie. There’s nothing a mother wouldn’t do for her son, and now Emily is about to find out just how far Pammie will go to get what she wants: Emily gone forever. The Other Woman will have you questioning her on every page, in Sandie Jones' chilling psychological suspense about a man, his new girlfriend, and the mother who will not let him go.



Robyn Chalmers - A Whiff of Scandal artwork A Whiff of Scandal
Robyn Chalmers
Genre: Romance
Price: $0.99
Publish Date: February 25, 2021
Publisher: Robyn Chalmers
Seller: Draft2Digital, LLC

To save her family, she'll risk ruin   Daphne Davenport knows it is the height of folly to hope a suitor would save her and her family from genteel poverty. She is just going to have to do it herself. So she becomes Lady Spellwater, creator of perfumes the Ton can't resist. It's a heady game, more exciting than marriage, but she knows no one can ever find out the truth or the scandal will ruin them all.  But when a dashing earl appears, determined to catch a thief, she scents trouble. To catch a thief, he'll risk his empire Hugh, Earl Mandeville, is hunting Lady Spellwater. Her most successful perfume uses a rare ingredient, one that is being stolen from his warehouses.  Among a multitude of other things that threaten to topple the empire he is so carefully building. But when Hugh finally tracks her down, he finds the beautiful and spirited Lady Spellwater as irresistible as her perfumes. But will their love survive if he discovers she is the very thief he has been chasing? A Whiff of Scandal is a sweet regency romance.



Phillip Thomas Tucker - Exodus from the Alamo artwork Exodus from the Alamo
The Anatomy of the Last Stand Myth
Phillip Thomas Tucker
Genre: Military
Price: $1.99
Publish Date: March 15, 2010
Publisher: Casemate Publishers (Ignition)
Seller: OpenRoad Integrated Media, LLC

The award-winning historian provides a provocative new analysis of the Battle of the Alamo—including new information on the fate of Davy Crockett.   Contrary to legend, we now know that the defenders of the Alamo during the Texan Revolution died in a merciless predawn attack by Mexican soldiers. With extensive research into recently discovered Mexican accounts, as well as forensic evidence, historian Phillip Tucker sheds new light on the famous battle, contending that the traditional myth is even more off-base than we thought.   In a startling revelation, Tucker uncovers that the primary fights took place on the plain outside the fort. While a number of the Alamo’s defenders hung on inside, most died while attempting to escape. Capt. Dickinson, with cannon atop the chapel, fired repeatedly into the throng of enemy cavalry until he was finally cut down. The controversy surrounding Davy Crockett still remains, though the recently authenticated diary of the Mexican Col. José Enrique de la Peña offers evidence that he surrendered.   Notoriously, Mexican Pres. Gen. Antonio López de Santa Anna burned the bodies of the Texans who had dared stand against him. As this book proves in thorough detail, the funeral pyres were well outside the fort—that is, where the two separate groups of escapees fell on the plain, rather than in the Alamo itself.



Belle Bailey - Love at the Fall Festival artwork Love at the Fall Festival
Belle Bailey
Genre: Romance
Price: $0.99
Publish Date: September 22, 2015
Publisher: Victoria Belle Press
Seller: Draft2Digital, LLC

A sweet Southern town. A failing family manor. And a plan to save it all… Moving to Oakleaf Manor was the last thing Brynn Townsend had planned, but even more unexpected was the headstrong son of the owner stealing her heart. Her only hope of building a new life in the quaint town of Sugar Maple rests on saving his family farm. But when he threatens to derail Brynn's daring plan to save Oakleaf Manor, she's left no choice but to risk their budding romance in order to save it all. Preserving his family's legacy means everything to Jack Oakley . Generations of the Oakley family have conserved the historic estate of Oakleaf Manor, but Jack's past mistakes have left his family in danger of losing their home. With the fate of Oakleaf Manor resting solidly on his shoulders, he can't risk failing again, even if it means putting his growing relationship with Brynn in jeopardy. Can Brynn find a way to convince Jack to trust both her and their love? Will Jack realize where his heart truly belongs before it's too late? Or will both the happiness they had found and Oakleaf Manor end up in ruins? If you love gorgeous autumn settings , close-knit small towns , and happily ever afters that are meant to be , you'll adore Love at the Fall Festival . Perfect for fans of Debbie Macomber, Susan Mallery, and Rachael Bloome.  Journey down winding country roads, explore quaint cozy shops, and encounter quirky, but caring neighbors in the heartwarming hometown romances of Sugar Maple, Tennessee, today!



London Lovett - Port Danby Cozy Mystery Series artwork Port Danby Cozy Mystery Series
Box Set (1-3)
London Lovett
Genre: Cozy
Price: $0.99
Publish Date: January 30, 2019
Publisher: Wild Fox Press
Seller: Wendie Sue Hensley

This volume contains the first  three  complete cozy mysteries in London Lovett's  Port Danby Cozy Mystery  series. Join Lacey 'Pink' Pinkerton and the cast of colorful, lovable Port Danby characters— including the endearing and handsome Detective James Briggs —for three intriguing murder mysteries. Marigolds and Murder  (Book 1) Lacey 'Pink' Pinkerton has left behind a six figure job and her reputation as the  million dollar nose —a nickname her super sense of smell earned her within the perfume industry. With her pet crow Kingston and a tabby cat named Nevermore, she is settling right into her new life in the small coastal town of Port Danby. With a flower shop opening soon and a full cast of quirky neighbors and friends, her new digs are exactly what she's been looking for. Away from the hectic hustle and bustle of the city Lacey has found peace and happiness. However, her heightened sense of smell proves to be of use once again  when a Port Danby neighbor turns up dead . Lacey finds herself caught up in an unexpected murder investigation alongside the handsome local detective, James Briggs. She’s determined to find the killer and solve the murder mystery before any more bodies turn up. Carnations and Chaos  (Book 2) Lacey 'Pink' Pinkerton, the local flower shop owner, is thrilled to supply colorful flower arrangements for the Third Annual Food Fair being held in the Port Danby town square. But when one of the well-known but not so well-loved bloggers is found dead in her motel room, Lacey steps in to help Detective James Briggs solve the case. (Whether he likes it or not.) Mistletoe and Mayhem  (Book 3) Port Danby is preparing for the annual Harbor Holiday Lights Flotilla, and Lacey 'Pink' Pinkerton is anxious to see the colorful boats light up Pickford Beach. But the festive spirits of the town are dampened when one of the boat owners is strangled to death. Lacey enthusiastically volunteers to help Detective Briggs  sniff out  the clues and track down the killer. Once again, she finds herself nose deep in a murder mystery. *Each book also contains a delicious, mouthwatering recipe that is perfect to pair with your cozy read!



Dr. Steven R. Gundry, M.D. - The Plant Paradox Cookbook artwork The Plant Paradox Cookbook
100 Delicious Recipes to Help You Lose Weight, Heal Your Gut, and Live Lectin-Free
Dr. Steven R. Gundry, M.D.
Genre: Special Diet
Price: $3.99
Publish Date: April 10, 2018
Publisher: Harper Wave
Seller: Harper Collins Canada Limited

From renowned cardiac surgeon and acclaimed author Dr. Steven R. Gundry, the companion cookbook to New York Times bestselling The Plant Paradox, offering 100 easy-to-follow recipes and four-color photos.   In the New York Times bestseller The Plant Paradox, Dr. Steven Gundry introduced readers to the hidden toxins lurking in seemingly healthy foods like tomatoes, zucchini, quinoa, and brown rice: a class of plant-based proteins called lectins. Many people are familiar with one of the most predominant lectins—a substance called gluten, which is found in wheat and other grains. But while cutting out the bread and going gluten-free is relatively straightforward, going lectin-free is no small task. Now, in The Plant Paradox Cookbook, Dr. Gundry breaks down lectin-free eating step by step and shares one hundred of his favorite healthy recipes. Dr. Gundry will offer an overview of his Plant Paradox program and show readers how to overhaul their pantries and shopping lists to make delicious, simple, seasonal, lectin-free meals. He’ll also share his hacks for making high-lectin foods safe to eat, including methods like pressure-cooking grains and peeling and deseeding tomatoes. With a quick-start program designed to boost weight loss and recipes for smoothies, breakfasts, main meals, snacks, and desserts, The Plant Paradox Cookbook will show readers of The Plant Paradox—and more—how delicious it can be to eat lectin-free.