The Happily Ever After Playlist by Abby Jimenez

Sloan Monroe lost her fiance two years ago and has pretty much devoted her life to his memory. 

Jason is an up-and-coming rockstar who was on a walkabout in Australia when his dog sitter lost track of his dog, Tucker.

When Tucker jumps into Sloan's heart and her sunroof (literally), Sloan has no choice but to break out of her mourning routine and contact Jason but is unable to reach him.

The lack of response convinces Sloan to keep Tucker, not only because she loves the dog, but because having to take care of him has begun to heal her heart and her life. 

But when Jason returns to civilization, he wants Tucker back, and Sloan doesn't want to comply, a challenge Jason sees as an opportunity to meet the sexy-sounding Sloan. But Sloan's not sure she's ready to allow more than just Tucker into her heart. 

The Happily Ever After Playlist is a fun, flirty, rom-com that will have you rockin' out and smiling the whole way through. 

Read and Reviewed by A. Nelson 

 The Serial Killer's Wife By Alice Hunter

Beth has been married to Tom for six years when he is brought in for questioning by the police. Beth is left to navigate the gossip and backlash that comes from having a husband accused of murder.

The Serial Killer’s Wife is a well thought out book that deals with the issues that result from even so much as an accusation of murder – The other kids at school – the neighbors that can’t believe that 'you didn’t know', as well as the doubts and fears of a woman that doesn’t really know the man she’s been sharing her bed with.

With great twists and turns, this book will keep you on the edge of your seat.

Read and reviewed by L.M. Potter

The 7 1/2 Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle

 by Stuart Turton

Read by A. Nelson

 

 The 1619 Project by Nikole Hannah Jones

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 The Traitor's Kiss by Erin Beaty

Sage Fowler is coming of age, but her uncle's plans to marry her off are not going to fly. After insulting the matchmaker, she self-sabotages her chances of finding a husband, not that she's complaining. Unfortunately, her actions reflect poorly on her uncle's family, and in order to save face, she must apologize. The matchmaker is surprised by Sage's actions and offers her an apprenticeship. And although Sage isn't thrilled with her new vocation, she's good at it. 

When she and the matchmaker are asked to escort a group of ladies to be married off for political alliances, they are accompanied by a group of soldiers from the king's guard. But something is amiss and Sage can sense it. She's asked by a handsome soldier to be a spy within the group, and the more she uncovers, the closer the pair become. 

This retelling of Mulan is intriguing, twisty, and full of fun surprises, perfect for a vacation read.

Read and reviewed by A. Nelson 

Working Stiff by Judy Melinek, M.D. and T.J. Mitchell

Working stiff is the professional working life story of a medical examiner. 

For any fan of true crime, medical and forensic science, or just fascinated with the Macabre, this book is for you. 

Not for the faint of heart, Dr. Melinek's accounts of autopsies, causes of death, and in-depth descriptions can leave even the bravest soul with a queasy stomach. However, all is worth it, as you get more than an accurate glimpse into the world of pathology, the experiences of those that work with our dearly departed, and the process that is coming to us all.

Read and reviewed by L.M. Potter

 

 Tandem By Anna Jarzab

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