NoveListRA Book Recommendations & Book Mentions
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A Cuban Girl's Guide to Tea and Tomorrow
Laura Taylor NameyNoveListRAA fast-paced fantasy romance might grab her attention, like Dana Swift's Wickery Series (start with Cast in Firelight). Or try an upbeat romance like A Cuban Girl's Guide to Tea and Tomorrow by Laura Taylor Namey. #AskALibrarian https://t.co/F7vKjxy8P9
Paperback, 2021
$12.99$6.49 + Free shipping50% off your first bookMimi Lee Reads Between the Lines: A Sassy Cat Mystery
Jennifer J. ChowNoveListRAFor some heartwarming, fun romances (that have some steam), you can try Book Lovers by Emily Henry or Chef's Kiss by T.J. Alexander. Or, try an upbeat cozy romance like Abby Collete's A Game of Cones and Jennifer J. Chow's Mimi Lee Reads Between the Lines. #AskALibrarian https://t.co/4wd4O0LULe
Hardcover, Large Print, 2021
$36.95$18.48 + Free shipping50% off your first bookA Study in Scarlet Women
Sherry ThomasNoveListRAWhile it is more of a mystery than romance, the intricately plotted A Study in Scarlet Women by Sherry Thomas does have a slow-burning romantic subplot. And Jennifer J. Chow's amusing cozy mystery Mimi Lee Gets a Clue also features some romance. #AskALibrarian https://t.co/9CfXu3tpyG
Paperback, 2016
$18.00$9.00 + Free shipping50% off your first bookThe Novice
Taran MatharuNoveListRAHe might like Taran Matharu's fast-paced high fantasy Summoner series (the first book is The Novice), which stars an orphan who discovers he has magical abilities. #AskALibrarian https://t.co/quEwtjL5vY
Paperback, 2016
$12.99$6.49 + Free shipping50% off your first bookThe Travelling Cat Chronicles
Hiro ArikawaNoveListRAKira Jane Buxton's sardonic, quirky apocalyptic novel Hollow Kingdom stars a sarcastic crow and his bloodhound friend, Dennis. Or try Hiro Arikawa's heartwarming story of human and animal bonds, The Travelling Cat Chronicles. #AskALibrarian https://t.co/cqsQb9r2MR
Hardcover, 2018
$24.00$12.00 + Free shipping50% off your first bookCalling for a Blanket Dance
Oscar HokeahNoveListRAToo hard to pick one favorite, but some great options include Ramona Emerson's suspenseful, gritty Shutter, Oscar Hokeah's moving, sweeping Calling for a Blanket Dance, and Chelsea T. Hicks' darkly humorous A Calm & Normal Heart. #AskALibrarian https://t.co/YP3tCgebOd
Paperback, 2023
$17.99$8.99 + Free shipping50% off your first bookThe Patron Saint of Second Chances
Christine SimonNoveListRAFor some options set in Italy, try Christine Simon's funny, fast-paced The Patron Saint of Second Chances or Mario Giordano's witty mystery, Auntie Poldi and the Sicilian Lions. #AskALibrarian https://t.co/yqKhAGI0Vp
Paperback, 2023
$17.00$8.50 + Free shipping50% off your first bookCackle
Rachel HarrisonNoveListRAGrady Hendrix tends to inject his horror with some humor. Try the satirical Horrorstor or darkly humorous My Best Friend's Exorcism. Or check out Rachel Harrison's sardonic Cackle. #AskALibrarian https://t.co/nHeRj5Nbkl
Paperback, 2022
$19.00$9.50 + Free shipping50% off your first bookThe Vibrant Years
Sonali DevNoveListRAFor an upbeat story focusing on three generations of women, try Sonali Dev's The Vibrant Years. Or, for a funny and heartwarming romance, check out Amy Lea's Exes and O's. #AskALibrarian https://t.co/aUicyFco6v
Paperback, 2022
$16.99$8.49 + Free shipping50% off your first bookDragons Love Tacos 2: The Sequel
Adam RubinNoveListRATry the offbeat, silly Dragons Loves Tacos and Dragons Love Tacos 2 by Adam Rubin. Or, for a colorful, rhyming option, check out Rhyming Dust Bunnies by Jan Thomas. #AskALibrarian https://t.co/F8nIO91FM5
Hardcover, 2017
$18.99$9.49 + Free shipping50% off your first book