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I recently read that anxious people tend to rewatch a lot of television shows because they know what is going to happen and it brings them a sense of safety and comfort. This is how I feel about books by Danielle Steel. And All That Glitters definitely feels similar to some of her earlier books. But that is not a bad thing! Read more

I’ve read a few Jodi Picoult books before and enjoyed them. I also love a good parallel/alternative universe storyline, so I thought I’d give The Book of Two Ways a try. Dawn Edelstein survives a plane crash and after being medically cleared to leave, the airline provides free tickets to anywhere in the world. Does Dawn go home or to another destination? Here is where the parallels begin. Read more

Danielle Steel will occasionally work in some real life historical figures and occurrences in her books and her new one, Royal, does exactly that. Read more

I was so excited to get my hands on a copy of Fiona Davis’ The Lions of Fifth Avenue. I love how she weaves the past and the present (well, the 1990’s) around iconic New York landmarks. This was really stood out for me because it takes place at the New York Public Library location on Fifth Avenue and I’ve been there! Read more

I absolutely loved Friends and Strangers! I have read most of this author’s previous books, The Engagements being one of my favorite books in general. I love how the two female characters in Friends and Strangers, Elisabeth and Sam, were so well developed and so real. Read more

Wow, I loved this book. Truths I Never Told You is about Beth, a new mother, cleaning out her father's house and discovering her late mother's journal. Read more

Summer feels up in the air right now, with library programs cancelled and even some delayed publication dates on hot new books - but you can still keep reading! While we’re disappointed that we’re unable to chat with our Sizzlin’ Summer Reads fans in person, we’re still here to help you find a few good reads to escape all of the uncertainty. Read more

I have been reading quite a few contemporary romances after reading many, many psychological thrillers. It was a nice break, but I was looking forward to reading something I could really lose myself in. Boy, did The Better Liar fit the bill! Read more

The holiday season is here and if you’re looking for something fun to read with a seasonal backdrop, look no further than Jasmine Guillory’s latest, Royal Holiday. Read more

I usually read psychological thrillers and historical fiction, with a little bit of “chick lit” thrown in to balance things out. This summer I had a lot going on so I was looking for something lighter. I will be the first to admit that I choose a book because of its cover. The cute, colorful covers of contemporary romance books were loudly calling my name this summer. Once I started reading these lighter, fun romance books, I couldn’t stop! Read more