Adult & Contemporary Fiction

Steeped in Latin American folklore and mythology, Cynthia Pelayo's collection of short stories is packed with everything from the spooky to the scary. If you enjoyed Pelayo's Children of Chicago, this is the next logical step for you.The Mexican board...

"This novel effortlessly ascends to the heights of Mount Olympus. Tough and tender and bittersweet. Wearing the Lion establishes Wiswell firmly on the new fantasy landscape." —T. Kingfisher, Hugo Award-winning author of Nettle & Bone."Wiswell...

ondemned to shoulder the world forever by the gods he dared defy, freedom seems unattainable to Atlas. But then he receives an unexpected visit from Heracles, the one man strong enough to share the burden . . .Jeanette Winterson's retelling of the myth...

A powerful and fierce reimagining of the earliest Roman legend: the twins, Romulus and Remus, mythical founders of history’s greatest empire, and the woman whose sacrifice made it all possible.The names Romulus and Remus may be immortalized in map...

WINNER OF THE 2018 WOMEN'S PRIZE FOR FICTION.FINALIST FOR THE 2019 INTERNATIONAL DUBLIN LITERARY AWARD.LONGLISTED FOR THE MAN BOOKER PRIZE.The suspenseful and heartbreaking story of an immigrant family driven to pit love against loyalty, with devastating...

Good Morning America Buzz Pick. “Effervescent and cool, Teddy is the perfect read if your trip to Capri gets canceled and your La Dolce Vita itch needs scratching.”—Washington Post. Lessons in Chemistry meets Mad Men in this wildly...

"I can’t remember the last book that pushed science fiction’s potential for weirdness as far as Dengue Boy."—The Washington Post"A wildly original anti-capitalist satire."—The Guardian"A psychedelic fever dream."—Esquire"An...

In this audaciously original debut, a teenager is sent to juvenile prison off the coast of Naples where he dreams—and writes—of a better futureBringing 90s Naples to life, this virtuosic Italian novel is an extraordinarily moving and...

“Hopeful, funny, and full of wisdom. A meditation on fatherhood by one of our most perceptive writers.” —Tara Westover, author of Educated.From the author of My Documents and Chilean Poet, a wise, humorous, and captivating literary...

A SEARING HOT SUMMER READ FOR FANS OF SALTBURN AND THE TALENTED MR RIPLEY. 'Addictive, evocative and effortlessly stylish' Culturefly | 'Very much for fans of The Secret History . . . glamorous' Pandora Sykes | 'A cool smart choice for the beach this...

The Japanese novel comes of age in this gripping story of love, art and life as a group of architects competes to design the new National Library of Modern Literature in Tokyo.  In 1980s Japan, newly-graduated Tōru Sakanishi  joins a small,...

In a story that first began as a memoir, acclaimed author Jason Mott brilliantly explores the nature of grief, fear, hope and joy through two beloved characters.One of USA Today’s 15 Books You Should Read This Summer.One of Atlanta...

Chemistry is off-the-charts in this emotionally rich romantasy adventure that slowly unfolds, wielding magic, intrigue and pulse-pounding action. With a masterfully woven tension and yearning, this unconventional love story is addictive from the start...

Delving into social themes of class and privilege in modern China, where a woman’s life takes an unexpected turn, this is a gripping yet tender tale of power, betrayal and the quest for sovereignty. A riveting story of a powerful Chinese family's...

This is not your average campus novel. When infidelity weaves its way into their seemingly perfect marriage, two college professors are met with an unforeseen twist. Crafted to perfection, this entertaining read raises some interesting questions. When...

We give celebrities a power they don’t deserve. Power they haven’t earned. What happens when they exploit it?Imagine you’ve just spent the night with the most famous man on the planet. Except you don’t quite remember it. That is...

An instant USA Today bestseller! It all began with just one line.“I’ll wait forever if I have to.”The BookTok sensation PEN PAL is a high-octane, tautly written dark romance with an unforgettable twist that will leave...

"The Friendship Fling is fun, feisty, and sexy! The characters have such brilliant chemistry, and it’s the perfect escapist novel to curl up with.”—Emily Stone, bestselling author of Always, in December and A Winter...

Legendary detective V.I. Warshawski uncovers a mystery with roots dating back to the Civil War in this edge-of-your-seat thriller from New York Times bestseller Sara Paretsky.   V .I. Warshawski is famous for her cool under fire, her intelligence,...

Sweeping and romantic, Divine Rivals is the explosive kick off to a new series from Rebecca Ross. Pick up this inventive and harrowing story about two young journalists and a war that has the fate of mankind hanging in the balance.When two young rival...