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They are voracious readers! As independent booksellers for over 30 years, we have our fingers on the literary pulse. We’re excited for hot new blockbuster titles and the under-the-radar titles, and we can’t wait to share them with you! That’s what Just the Right Book is all about.
These are a few titles we’re excited about.
Age of Vice by Deepti Kapoor
With its explosive plot, I absolutely devoured this exhilarating novel — the first of a planned trilogy that has me so excited for future installments. The corruption of the Wadia family runs deep in India, creating moral implications that ripple out touching a wide range of people. The perspectives of those who encounter the Wadias paint a vivid portrait of their dirty empire. An engrossing, impressive read that I couldn’t put down! — Kelly Read more.
Lily and Nina are best friends, sharing a bond as high school teachers. When Nina’s husband disappears after a fierce argument, Nina turns to Lily and her husband Christian for support, not knowing they are hiding the deadliest of secrets. Twists and turns abound in the latest suspense-filled novel from the author of Local Woman Missing. — Marilyn Read more.
Signal Fires by Dani ShapiroRarely does a book come along that would be good for every book club that exists, but this is the one! I have given this book to four people, of different ages and reading interests, and they each said they could NOT put it down, they loved every page. I consider this book a masterpiece of storytelling. The exploration of family is exquisite and filled with the humanity and wisdom that all of us creatures deserve, despite our flaws and frailties. — Roxanne Read more.
How does one find paradise? That is the question writer and world traveler Pico Iyer seeks to answer. From Iran, to the Dali Lama’s Himalayas, to Australia and the divided city of Belfast and beyond, Iyer immerses himself in different cultures and beliefs. Prepare to be both transported and enlightened. — Marilyn Read more.
The Last Chairlift by John IrvingDon’t be put off by the length of this novel, rather, embrace it as the story of a life fully lived, an exploration of family — biological and chosen, sexual politics and identity, what it is to be a writer, what it is to be human. Funny, devastating, outrageous, truthful, and always engaging. Pick up this book now so you can read it before hearing about it! — Laura J. Read more.
A story about a mysterious phrase and drawing that throws a rural town into chaos and sows action around the world. Kevin Wilson’s story about art, friendship, loyalty, and so many other things still has me reeling. You will love these rebel teens so much you’ll be skinny with hunger. — Andrew Read more.