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| You Had Me at Hola by Alexis DariaWhat it's about: Actress Jasmine Lin Rodridguez hopes a starring role in Carmen In Charge, an American adaptation of a popular telenovela, will reset her career following tabloid notoriety. But her relationship with her costar, Ashton Suárez, might be a scandal in the making.
Why you might like it: This romantic comedy by the author of the Dance Off series features unitalicized Spanish, ample on- and off-set drama, and insightful commentary on Latinx representation in media.
For fans of: Jane the Virgin or the short-lived sitcom Telenovela. |
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| A Sweet Mess by Jayci LeeWhat it's about: Korean American pastry chef Aubrey Choi is living her best life running Comfort Zone, her California bakery -- until a cake-related mix-up results in a bad review from food critic Landon Kim, aka the handsome stranger with whom Aubrey had a one-night stand.
For fans of: Amy E. Reichert's The Coincidence of Coconut Cake, Helena Hunting's Kiss My Cupcake, and Sonali Dev's Recipe for Persuasion.
Don't miss: mouthwatering recipes for Bulgogi and Pecan Cranberry shortbread cookies. |
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| Loathe at First Sight by Suzanne ParkWhat it's about: As an Asian American woman working in the video game industry, Melody Joo is accustomed to doing her job in challenge mode. And that's before she's put in charge of a high-profile project alongside white company intern Nolan MacKenzie, the boss' nephew.
Is it for you? Melody's workplace is a toxic stew of racism and misogyny; she's also on the receiving end of online harassment that makes Gamergate look tame.
You might also like: Alisha Rai's The Right Swipe, Farrah Rochon's The Boyfriend Project. |
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The Girl Who Knew Too Much
by Amanda Quick
What it's about: When one of her sources turns up dead at the exclusive Burning Cove hotel, Hollywood reporter Irene Glasson realizes that she's dealing with more than celebrity scandal. But breaking the story means partnering with sexy former stage magician Oliver Ward.
Reviewers say: "Neatly marries high-stakes suspense and a glamorous old Hollywood setting" (Booklist, starred review)
Series alert: If you enjoy your visit to Burning Cove, California, come back for The Other Lady Vanishes.
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| Hold Me In Contempt by Wendy WilliamsStarring: New Yorker Kimberly "Kim" Kind, the assistant DA whose complicated personal life threatens her professional success, and the man she can't resist, Rig "King" O'Donnell, a brooding bad boy with ties to the Irish mob.
Read it for: a flawed heroine with a take-no-prisoners narrative voice, a steamy romance between two wounded souls, and a well-drawn supporting cast that infuses humor into the drama.
Author alert: American media personality Wendy Williams is the host of The Wendy Williams Show. |
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