Our September Picks Are Here!

“The Stolen Hours by Allen Eskens writes a well-paced cat-and-mouse story that pits a budding DA and a serial killer. Each character attends to their craft so well that we turn each page wondering what’s the next move on this chess board of life versus death. Eskens writes, despite the themes of his books, very empathetic stories that are both tense and heart tugging. We invite you to read an author who is quite beloved by customers in our Minnesota stores.” —Jules H, Mystery & Thriller Buyer

“This fantastical tale of friendship and self-realization is as witty and charming as it is dark and wicked! But Cackle is more than just a fun witchy fantasy, it’s an empowering and feminist tale of rising above societal expectations told with a little horror and a lot of laughs. A fun read at under 300 pages, it’s easy to devour in one sitting.” —Kat S, Speculative Fiction Buyer 

“Best read with the lights on and the doors locked. A chilling, propulsive novel that blends fact with fiction, and transports you to the infamous Willowbrook State School on Staten Island in the 1970s. A young woman goes looking for her missing sister and ends up in her own worst nightmare, mistakenly locked away in the last place anyone would choose to be. If you’re a fan historical fiction, horror or true crime—or you’re just looking for the next discussion-worthy book club pick, don’t miss this shocking mash-up of Girl, Interrupted mixed with American Horror Story.” —Shannon D, Fiction Buyer

“Larry Loftis is back with another captivating spy story that will have readers racing to read the full account of Aline Griffith, the Countess of Romanones. A true story, The Princess Spy is the story of a bright-eyed young woman determined to help her country through deep-cover espionage. Infiltrating the high society of titled Europeans, Aline risked everything to serve her country, and readers won’t be able to get enough of this vivid recounting of her dazzling adventures.” —Sallye L, Nonfiction Buyer

“In a town as mysterious as La Cachette, Louisiana, people expect eerie things to happen. However, when 17-year-old Grey’s best friend, Elora, goes missing, the town full of psychics doesn’t know what happened to her. Dark and Shallow Lies is an enthralling and spooky small-town supernatural thriller that will leave readers stunned as La Cachette’s secrets reveal themselves.” —Stephanie P, YA Buyer

“An adventure of epic proportions, Fireborn is the first book in a brand-new trilogy full of magical creatures, fierce heroes and heroines, and non-stop action. Fans of The Golden Compass and Skandar and the Unicorn Thief won’t want to miss this electrifying tale.” —Stephanie P, Young Reader Buyer