Love and Gelato by Jenna Evans Welch is a young adult contemporary romance set in Italy. Following her mother’s death, Lina is forced to move to Italy to fulfill her mother’s dying wish and get to know her long lost father. All Lina wants to do is go home until she receives her mother’s old notebook and stumbles upon a trail of clues making up a mystery she’s determined to solve.
Malibu Rising by Taylor Jenkins Reid is an adult contemporary fiction novel centered around the Riva siblings who live in Malibu in 1983. The Rivas may be celebrities among the public, but they each have their own struggles hidden beneath the surface. When Nina, the oldest of the Riva siblings, throws her signature party, each of their issues are gradually unraveled throughout the night. Through flashbacks of the past and snippets of the present, tensions are gradually built and relationships are put to the test.
Reckless by Lauren Roberts is a young adult romantasy that is the sequel to BookTok sensation Powerless. Much like Powerless, Reckless follows Kai and Paedyn as the two main characters, however, we also receive a third POV from Kai’s brother Kitt. To avoid spoiling the plot for anyone who hasn’t read Powerless, I’ll jump right into the pros and cons.
Rebecca by Daphne Du Maurier is a classical literature novel written in gothic style. The story involves a woman who marries Maxim de Winter, a wealthy man who she knows nothing about. The woman, at first is excited about her marriage, but soon experiences feelings of regret and guilt. She discovers the strong hold that Maxim’s late wife Rebecca had on the people around her. She works to uncover Maxim and Rebecca’s past to find peace in her own life.
Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir is an adult sci-fi novel that follows Ryland Grace on his journey to save Earth. Upon waking up from a coma and battling off his lingering amnesia, we follow Ryland as he discovers that he isn’t, in fact, in a hospital, but rather is in space. Ryland is on a mission to save Earth, but he can’t even remember who he is or the fact that his planet and everyone on it is in danger. It’s up to him to figure out his mission and save his planet, before it is too late.
Truly Devious by Maureen Johnson, is a young adult mystery thriller set in Ellingham Academy, a famously selective boarding school in Vermont. True crime obsessed Stevie Bell applies to the school for one reason: to solve the murder of Albert Ellingham’s wife and daughter, who were killed years ago when the school first opened. The killer, known as Truly Devious by the public, is supposed to be long gone.
Geronimo Stilton journeys into the heart of the jungle to rescue his missing friend, Bruce Ragtop, who's been kidnapped by ruthless poachers. As he navigates treacherous terrain and encounters exotic creatures, Geronimo confronts his own limitations and discovers the true value of friendship. With his siblings and a team of experts, Geronimo braves the dangers of the jungle and uncovers a sinister plot. The journey takes them through ancient ruins, hidden temples and unexpected surprises.
Geronimo Stilton's relaxing vacation turns into a thrilling adventure when he's mistaken for a renowned jewel thief. With his siblings and Inspector Wimp, Geronimo clears his name and unravels a complex web of deceit. As they navigate the glamorous world of high-stakes thievery, Geronimo confronts his own identity and discovers the true value of loyalty. The stakes escalate as they face off against cunning foes.
Geronimo Stilton investigates strange occurrences at the mysterious Mousetown Mansion, rumored to be haunted by ghostly spirits. As he navigates spooky corridors and hidden rooms, Geronimo uncovers a sinister plot and confronts his own fears. With the help of his siblings and friend, Bruce Ragtop, Geronimo unravels the mystery behind the haunting. The journey takes them through secret passages, hidden laboratories and surprising revelations.
Geronimo Stilton travels to Egypt to uncover the secrets of the mysterious Cheese Pyramid, a legendary treasure hidden within the ancient pyramids. With his siblings and Professor Von Volt, Geronimo unravels ancient mysteries, outsmarts treacherous treasure hunters and confronts the curse that guards the pyramid. As they navigate the bustling streets of Cairo and the pyramids' hidden chambers, Geronimo discovers surprising connections between the Cheese Pyramid and his own family's past. The stakes escalate as they face off against ruthless rivals.
