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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

I wasn’t sure what to expect from The Floating Feldmans, aside from the brief description that came with the book. The basic premise is that a family goes on a cruise for a family celebration Read more

I absolutely loved Mrs. Everything, and I cried during the last chapter. That doesn’t happen very often. This book is the saga of the two Kaufman sisters, starting in the 1950’s in Detroit and taking us through their lives in the present day. Read more

Before She Knew Him brings us a story about a woman who thinks/knows that her next door neighbor is a murder. However, based on previous events in her past, no one takes her seriously. Read more

I may not be a gourmet cook, but I do enjoy cooking and look for inspiration in books. Some of my favorite books are about cooking and the author or characters share my feelings as well. If you enjoy cooking or want to learn more about cooking, join us on our Facebook group, CPL Reads! Read more