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The atomic city girls by Janet BeardA novel inspired by the stories of everyday women who contributed to the Manhattan Project during World War II follows the experiences of 18-year-old June, who, in 1944, travels to a city that does not officially exist to work alongside hundreds of other young women operating massive secret machines in support of the war effort.
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Beasts of Extraordinary Circumstance
by Ruth Emmie Lang
Raised by wolves after being orphaned in childhood, a man with astonishing powers is evaluated by the people who care or wonder about him, including a woman who falls in love with him after he saves her from an angry wolf. A first novel.
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Beneath the sugar sky
by Seanan McGuire
Arriving with a splash in the pond behind Eleanor West's Home for Wayward Children, Rini is informed that her mother, Sumi, died years before Rini was conceived, a baffling revelation that Rini is forced to come to terms with in order to save the world. By the Hugo Award-winning author of the InCryptid series.
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Everything here is beautiful
by Mira T. Lee
The bond between a responsible, self-contained older sister and her mentally ill, impulsive younger sister is shaped and tested over years marked by the loss of their mother, an impetuous first marriage, a fling that results in the birth of a baby and painful sacrifices. A first novel.
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Fall from grace : a novel
by Danielle Steel
When her wealthy and devoted husband dies suddenly in an accident, Sydney is devastated to learn that he left his estate to his vindictive daughters, a situation that forces her to take a job where she is wrongly set up to take the fall for a corrupt employer's illegal activities. By the best-selling author of Blue.
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Fifty, fifty by James PattersonViolating protocol in her efforts to defend her brother against murder charges, Detective Harriet Blue is forced to relocate to a virtual ghost town in the outback, where a diary found on the roadside reveals shocking plans to massacre the community's few remaining residents. By the #1 best-selling authors of Never Never.
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Fools and mortals : a novel
by Bernard Cornwell
The estranged younger brother of William Shakespeare observes the first production of A Midsummer Night's Dream while navigating a high-stakes game of duplicity and betrayal that threatens his acting career, his potential fortune and the lives of his fellow players. By the New York Times best-selling author of the Saxon Tales.
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The girl in the tower : a novel
by Katherine Arden
A second entry in the Russian fairy tale-inspired series that began with The Bear and the Nightingale finds an adult Vasya, forced to choose between an arranged marriage and life in a convent, fleeing in the disguise of a boy before her defeat of a band of terrorizing bandits earns her the admiration of the Grand Prince of Moscow.
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The friend
by Sigrid Nunez
Becoming the guardian of her late best friend's enormous Great Dane, a grieving woman is evicted from her no-pets apartment and forges a deep bond with the equally distraught animal in ways that initially disturb her friends. By the award-winning author of Salvation City.
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The great alone
by Kristin Hannah
When her volatile, former POW father impulsively moves the family to mid-1970s Alaska to live off the land, young Leni and her mother are forced to confront the dangers of their lack of preparedness in the wake of a dangerous winter season. By the best-selling author of The Nightingale.
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The immortalists
by Chloe Benjamin
Sneaking out to get readings from a traveling psychic reputed to be able to tell customers when they will die, four adolescent siblings from New York City's 1969 Lower East Side hide what they learn from each other before embarking on five decades of respective experiences shaped by their determination to control fate. By an award-winning author.
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Iron gold
by Pierce Brown
A first entry in a new trilogy set 10 years after the events of Morning Star finds Darrow and the Rising battling the remaining Gold loyalist forces in order to abolish the color-coded caste system only to be challenged by dangerous new enemies. Movie tie-in.
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The last Mrs. Parrish : a novel
by Liv Constantine
Tired of being a nobody who blends into the background, Amber Patterson worms her way into the lives of a wealthy golden couple from Connecticut as part of her plot to achieve a privileged life, unveiling dark secrets along the way
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Look for me : a novel
by Lisa Gardner
Detective D. D. Warren teams up with Flora Dane from Find Her in an investigation involving the sinister disappearance of a 16-year-old girl whose family has been brutally murdered. By a #1 New York Times best-selling author.
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Night moves : an Alex Delaware novel
by Jonathan Kellerman
When an affluent family returns home from Sunday dinner to discover the murdered body of a complete stranger in their house, psychologist Alex Delaware and detective Milo Sturgis navigate unexpected consequences in a case that tests their intellectual and emotional limits. By the best-selling author of Heartbreak Hotel.
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The noel diary : from the Noel collection
by Richard Paul Evans
A latest holiday-themed novel by the best-selling author of The Christmas Box follows the experiences of a man who, in the wake of estrangements and losses, is given a chance to rewrite and rediscover his true past.
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Only child
by Rhiannon Navin
Surviving a horrific school shooting, a six-year-old boy retreats into the world of books and art while making sobering observations about his mother's determination to prosecute the shooter's parents and the wider community's efforts to make sense of the tragedy. A first novel.
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Poison : a novel
by John T Lescroart
When the steely owner of a successful family business is murdered, attorney Dismas Hardy doubts the guilt of a chief suspect and instead combs through a maelstrom of dangerous secrets and gold-digger agendas to identify a killer among the victim's numerous heirs. By the New York Times best-selling author of Fatal.
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The power : a novel
by Naomi Alderman
When a new force takes hold of the world, people from different areas of life are forced to cross paths in an alternate reality that gives women and teenage girls immense physical power that can cause pain and death
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Promise not to tell
by Jayne Ann Krentz
Having spent years battling demons stemming from her childhood in a cult and a fire that ended her mother's life, a Seattle gallery owner is devastated when one of her artists commits suicide after sending her a mysterious picture that compels her to team up with a fellow cult survivor, a private investigator who uncovers the work of a killer. (romance). Simultaneous.
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Red Clocks
by Leni Zumas
Five women—including a high school teacher, a biographer, a frustrated mom, a pregnant adopted teen and a forest-dwelling homeopath—struggle with changes in a near-future America where abortion and assisted fertility have been outlawed and where the homeopath is targeted by a modern-day witch hunt. By the author of The Listeners.
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A state of freedom : a novel
by Neel Mukherjee
Five characters in very different circumstances—from a domestic cook in Mumbai to a vagrant and his dancing bear—find the meanings of dislocation and the desire to get more out of life. By a Man Booker Prize-shortlisted author.
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Still Me
by Jojo Moyes
The irrepressible Louisa Clark from Me Before You and After You arrives in New York to start a new life and a long-distance relationship with Ambulance Sam while working for the super-wealthy Gopniks, a job that introduces her to New York high society and a secretive man who reminds her of her own past.
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Surprise me : a novel
by Sophie Kinsella
When the fragile contentment in their marriage is shattered by someone's casual remark about how many more years they will be together, Sylvie and Dan agree to arrange surprises for each other to revitalize their relationship, only to encounter a comical series of mishaps. By the best-selling author of the Shopaholic series.
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A Time of Love and Tartan
by Alexander McCall Smith
When Pat accepts her narcissistic ex-boyfriend Bruce’s invitation for coffee, she has no idea of the complications in her romantic and professional life that will follow; meanwhile, Matthew, her boss at the art gallery, attracts the attention of the police after a misunderstanding at the local bookstore. By the best-selling author of The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency series.
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The wanted
by Robert Crais
Investigator Elvis Cole and his partner, Joe Pike, embark on a seemingly simple case involving a client who fears her troubled teen son is dealing drugs, an investigation that reveals the young man's dangerous role in a string of high-end burglaries that have resulted in a murder and a disappearance. By an award-winning author. (suspense). Simultaneous.
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The wedding date
by Jasmine Guillory
Stranded together in an elevator during a power outage, Drew and Alexa agree to pose as a couple at an ex's wedding and discover afterwards that they are unable to forget each other. Original.
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White Houses
by Amy Bloom
A New York Times best-selling author presents a novel inspired by the life of Lorena Hickok, and by her love affair and enduring friendship with First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt.
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The wife between us
by Greer Hendricks
A psychologically charged tale of suspense follows the unexpected twists that shape a divorce and second marriage that are anything but what they seem. Co-written by the author of The Opposite of Me.
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12 rules for life : an antidote to chaos
by Jordan B Peterson
A renowned psychologist and cultural critic discusses the importance of clear and honest thinking and offers 12 directives for living happily and keeping out the abundant chaos and nihilism in the modern, ever-changing world.
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Bliss more : how to succeed in meditation without really trying
by Light Watkins
A meditation practitioner and trainer clears up myths and misunderstandings about meditation and offers tips, tricks and hacks to help beginners learn how to get started in an effort to improve health, patience, stress levels, mental acuity and happiness.
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Bobby Flay fit : 200 recipes for a healthy lifestyle
by Bobby Flay
Building on an approach to healthy eating that utilizes flavor rather than elimination, a collection of low-calorie recipes by the award-winning celebrity chef offers a satisfying array of smoothies, juices, breakfast bowls, workout snacks, hearty salads, soups, main dishes and desserts.
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Fire and fury : inside the Trump White House
by Michael Wolff
Reveals the chaos of Donald Trump's first nine months in office, detailing why Comey was really fired, how to communicate with the president, and who is directing the administration following Bannon's dismissal
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Girl up : kick ass, claim your woman card, and crush everyday sexism
by Laura Bates
A U.S. release of an internationally best-selling guide shares no-nonsense advice for recognizing and navigating cultural opinions about body image and what constitutes appropriate behavior for women, challenging false messages that range from inner beauty and not rocking the boat to personal safety and being strong. Original.
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The how not to die cookbook
by Michael Greger
The author of the best-selling How Not to Die presents a fully illustrated companion cookbook of health-bolstering, plant-based recipes based on the latest nutrition science, from Superfood Breakfast Bites and Spaghetti Squash Puttanesca to Two-Berry Pie with Pecan-Sunflower Crust.
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The Illustrated Easy Way to Stop Smoking by Allen CarrIn The Illustrated Easy Way to Stop Smoking , Allen Carr debunks the myths about smoking and shows you the way to beat your addiction. With the brilliant illustrations of Bev Aisbett, Carr's globally best-selling method is presented here in a truly refreshing, accessible, dynamic, funny, and enjoyable way.
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Janesville : an American story
by Amy Goldstein
A Washington Post reporter provides an intimate account of the fallout from the closing of a General Motors’ assembly plant in Janesville, Wisconsin—Paul Ryan’s hometown—and a larger story of the hollowing of the American middle class.
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My friend fear : finding magic in the unknown
by Meera Lee Patel
Combining inspirational quotes with personal reflections, open-ended questions to consider and pretty watercolors, the best-selling author of Start Where You Are encourages readers to discover that fear is just an opportunity to make big changes in life.
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The new American revolution : the making of a populist movement
by Kayleigh McEnany
An engaging collection of interviews and stories about the powerful grassroots populist movement currently transforming the landscape of political campaigns shares insights into how everyday voters from the American heartland feel about such hot-button issues as illegal immigration, national security and religious freedom.
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Off the charts : the hidden lives and lessons of American child prodigies
by Ann Hulbert
Presents an exploration of child genius through the stories of 15 exceptionally gifted young people, from cybernetics founder Norbert Wiener and chess master Bobby Fischer to movie icon Shirley Temple and African-American musician Philippa Schuyler, to address today's challenges with cultivating and wasting America's brightest minds.
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Party Food to Share : Small Bites, Platters & Boards by Kathy KordalisThis is relaxed food you can whip up after work or during a busy weekend. Kathy Kordalis offers inspired ideas for creating perfect platters to share at home, whether you are serving brunch, lunch, dinner, nibbles with drinks, or a feast for a crowd.
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The Road Ahead : Inspirational Stories of Open Hearts and Minds by Jane SeymourJane Seymour learned from her mother that, when your life is tough, the road becomes easier when you help others. In The Road Ahead, she shares inspirational stories from readers around the world who’ve overcome when the “happily ever after”—isn’t. Using a three-step process of Acceptance Unconditional forgiveness Selfless acts of kindness you can take heart as you face your road ahead.
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When : the scientific secrets of perfect timing
by Daniel H Pink
The best-selling author of Drive illuminates the scientific factors that shape the hidden patterns of a day and challenge scheduled activities, drawing on research in the disciplines of psychology, biology and economics to share practical advice and anecdotes for promoting a richer, more engaged life.
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Why I'm no longer talking to white people about race
by Reni Eddo-Lodge
A provocative examination of race and racism by the award-winning journalist behind the viral blog post of the same name shares essential insights about what it means to be a person of color, exploring issues ranging from eradicated black history and the fallacy of "meritocracy" to white-washing feminism and the inextricable link between race and class. (This book was listed in a previous issue of Forecast.)
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Ali : a life
by Jonathan Eig
Presents an unauthorized portrait of the iconic champion fighter, arguing that race was a central theme in Muhammad Ali's career, faith ,and advocacy work and that his political beliefs and neurological health shaped his complex character
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Bobby Kennedy : a raging spirit
by Christopher Matthews
A revelatory new portrait of Robert F. Kennedy by the anchor of MSNBC's Hardball depicts him as a perpetual family underdog, sharing insights into his decision to join the military as a common sailor, his ability to connect with voters from all walks of life and his assassination during his 1968 campaign.
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I am, I am, I am : seventeen brushes with death
by Maggie O'Farrell
The award-winning author of The Hand That First Held Mine presents a memoir told entirely in 17 near-death experiences stemming from a dangerous childhood illness, accidents, an encounter with a disturbed person and the author's daily efforts to protect her daughter from the vulnerabilities of a high-risk condition.
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The line becomes a river
by Francisco Cantú
An award-winning writer and former agent for the U.S. Border Patrol describes his upbringing as the son of a park ranger and grandson of a Mexican immigrant, who, upon joining the Border Patrol, encountered the violence and political rhetoric that overshadows life for both migrants and the police.
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Sisters first : stories from our wild and wonderful life
by Jenna Bush
The fraternal twin daughters of the 43rd U.S. president share personal stories and reflections from their lives within a political dynasty, from their grandfather's presidency through their subsequent upbringing under the eyes of the Secret Service, public, and paparazzi
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