August 2021 LibraryReads

Here are the books published this month that librarians across the country love. Find out more here.

If the Shoe Fits: A Meant To Be Novel by Julie Murphy
Library Catalog: Print
OverDrive/Libby: eBook
“Low on job prospects, fashion school grad Cindy moves in with her stepmom, a reality show producer. When a spot opens up in the Bachelor-style series, Cindy seizes the chance to get nationwide exposure for her designs. The last thing she expects is to find love. A Cinderella-inspired romance with a plus-sized heroine and a multicultural cast. For fans of Red, White, & Royal Blue, The Hating Game, and Dumplin’.”—Eva Thompson, Metropolitan Library System, Oklahoma City, OK
Battle Royal by Lucy Parker
Library Catalog: Print
“Sylvie and Dominic met during a baking competition when her unicorn cake kicked him in the face. Now they’re both in the running to bake the royal wedding cake. A slow burn, enemies-to-lovers romance with witty banter and fantastic secondary characters. For fans of 99 Percent Mine and The Ex Talk.”—Laura Eckert, Clermont County Public Library, Milford, OH
Dark Roads by Chevy Stevens
Library Catalog: Print
OverDrive/Libby: eBook
“Stevens often writes about the outdoors, but this one is really steeped in survival. Vanishing travelers and serial murders along a wilderness highway bring the sister of one victim to town for a memorial. There are the requisite fast-paced thrills, and a small town packed with secrets and fear. For fans of The River and A Gathering of Secrets.”—Cari Dubiel, Twinsburg Public Library, Twinsburg, OH
Mrs. March by Virginia Feito
Library Catalog: Print
“Mrs. March has a lovely apartment, a famous author husband, and a life of luxury. Her husband's new novel features an unlikeable, sordid woman. Mrs. March is horrified when people assume the character is based on her. Her stability fractures, and the reader is caught between paranoia and reality. An excellent character study for fans of Tangerine and The Other Typist.”—Sandra Heitzman, Forest Park Public Library, Forest Park, IL
The Reading List by Sara Nisha Adams
Library Catalog: Print
OverDrive/Libby: eBook
“A list of recommended classics helps a widower spark a friendship with a teen librarian dealing with overwhelming family issues. An uplifting tearjerker about libraries and the books that touch our soul. For fans of Ellie and the Harpmaker and Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine.”—Kimberly McGee, Lake Travis Public Library, Austin, TX
A Slow Fire Burning by Paula Hawkins
Library Catalog: Print / CD Audiobook
“A brutal crime is committed on a London houseboat, and numerous friends, family, neighbors, and lovers seem to have a motive for the fatal stabbing. As the number of suspects grows, the lies begin to unravel in what promises to be a hit summer read. For fans of Shari Lapena and Mary Kubica.”—KC Davis, Fairfield Woods Library, Fairfield, CT
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