Our Monthly Picks October 2025

She tries to be the perfect wife, but life has other plans. When the lines between truth and imagination start to blur, one woman must come to terms with the reality of her seemingly perfect suburban existence in this gripping domestic drama. 

This atmospheric whodunit, perfect for lovers of crime stories with emotional depth, delivers the secrets, the clues and the blues. When a double murder strikes a small Southern community, a pair of unlikely allies works to unravel the deadly mystery. 

In this moving historical fantasy retelling of an ancient Chinese legend, a young woman harnesses the power of her own mesmerizing beauty to protect her family. Little does she know that she’ll be swept into a dangerous romance. 

If you’re struggling to connect more effectively, this is the book for you. Charles Duhigg expertly examines how to understand others and be better understood. Backed by an impressive array of case studies, get ready to deepen your connections. 

A fairytale romance with an edge, The Thirteenth Child is a story of actions and consequences, life and death, and the magic of love. It’s haunting and heartwarming tale perfect for fans of The Cruel Prince and A Study in Drowning. 

There’s a conspiracy afoot! And few, if any, are as prepared to sort it out as the Sherlock Society. Action and humor collide in this clever mystery, great for modern readers looking to rediscover the magic of Nancy Drew and the Hardy Boys.