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Title: All We Ever Wanted Author: Emily Giffin Pages: 400 Genre: Fiction/ Contemporary Publisher: Ballantine Books/Penguin Random House Canada Release Date: June 26, 2018 Buy: Amazon | Chapters Indigo | Kobo * Received for review by Penguin Random House Canada* Summary ( Goodreads ) In the riveting new novel from the #1  New York Times bestselling author of  First Comes Love  and  Something Borrowed , three very different people must choose between their family and their values. Nina Browning is living the good life after marrying into Nashville’s elite. More recently, her husband made a fortune selling his tech business, and their adored son has been accepted to Princeton. Yet sometimes the middle-class small-town girl in Nina wonders if she’s strayed from the person she once was. Tom Volpe is a single dad working multiple jobs while struggling to raise his headstrong daughter, Lyla. His road has been lonely, long, and hard, but he finally starts t...

Title: S.T.A.G.S. Author: M.A. Bennett Pages: 296 Genre: Young Adult, Mystery, Thriller, Contemporary Publisher: Delacorte Press/Penguin Random House Canada Release Date: January 30, 2018 Buy: Amazon | Kobo | Chapters Indigo *Received for review by publisher* Summary ( Goodreads ) Donna Tartt's  The Secret History  meets  Pretty Little Liars  in this propulsive, edge-of-your-seat novel that explores just how far the elite at an English boarding school will go to maintain the social order. There's no point hunting if there's no kill. At St. Aidan the Great School, or S.T.A.G.S., new things--and new people--are to be avoided. Unfortunately, Greer MacDonald, token scholarship student, is very much a new person. She has just transferred to S.T.A.G.S., and finds herself ignored at best and mocked at worst by the school's most admired circle of friends, the Medievals. So imagine Greer's surprise when this very group invites her to an exclusive weekend re...

    Would you dare to defy destiny? Are our destinies written in stone? Do we become nothing more than the self-fulfilling prophesies of other people's opinions? Or can we dare to become who we believe we were born to be?   “A gorgeous, heartfelt journey of redemption and love” (Wendy Higgins), ONLY A BREATH APART is a young adult contemporary novel from critically acclaimed Katie McGarry. “Haunting, authentic, and ultimately hopeful” (Tammara Webber), ONLY A BREATH APART will be available on all retailers on January 22, 2019!     About ONLY A BREATH APART: Jesse dreams of working the land that’s been in his family forever. But he’s cursed to lose everything he loves most. Scarlett is desperate to escape her “charmed” life. But leaving a small town is easier said than done. Despite their history of heartbreak, when Jesse sees a way they can work together to each get what they want, Scarlett can’t say no.Each midnight meeting between Jesse and...

Title: I Have Lost My Way Author: Gayle Forman Pages: 258 Genre: Contemporary/YA Publisher: Penguin Random House Canada/Viking Books for YR Release Date: March 27, 2018 Buy: Amazon| Chapters Indigo| Kobo| AmazonCA Summary ( Goodreads ) A powerful story of empathy and friendship from the #1 New York Times Bestselling author of  If I Stay . Around the time that Freya loses her voice while recording her debut album, Harun is making plans to run away from everyone he has ever loved, and Nathaniel is arriving in New York City with a backpack, a desperate plan, and nothing left to lose. When a fateful accident draws these three strangers together, their secrets start to unravel as they begin to understand that the way out of their own loss might just lie in help­ing the others out of theirs. An emotionally cathartic story of losing love, finding love, and discovering the person you are meant to be,  I Have Lost My Way  is best­selling author Gayle Forman at her...

Title: There's Someone Inside Your House Author: Stephanie Perkins Pages: 289 Genre: YA/Horror/Contemporary Publisher: Dutton Books for YR/Penguin Random House Canada Release Date: September 26, 2017 Buy: Amazon | Chapters Indigo | Kobo *Received for review by Penguin Random House Canada* Summary ( Goodreads ) Love hurts... Makani Young thought she'd left her dark past behind her in Hawaii, settling in with her grandmother in landlocked Nebraska. She's found new friends and has even started to fall for mysterious outsider Ollie Larsson. But her past isn't far behind. Then, one by one, the students of Osborne Hugh begin to die in a series of gruesome murders, each with increasingly grotesque flair. As the terror grows closer and her feelings for Ollie intensify, Makani is forced to confront her own dark secrets. Review:  A NEW STEPHANIE PERKINS BOOK!!! As you can see I'm so excited for this book to be officially out!! Waiting for years for this boo...

Title: Once and for All Author: Sarah Dessen Pages: 358 Genre: YA Contemporary Publisher: Viking Books for Young Readers/Penguin Canada Release Date: June 6, 2017 Buy: Amazon| Chapters Indigo | Kobo *Received for review by Penguin Random House Canada* Summary ( Goodreads ) As bubbly as champagne and delectable as wedding cake,  Once and for All , Sarah Dessen's thirteenth novel, is set in the world of wedding planning, where crises are routine.   Louna, daughter of famed wedding planner Natalie Barrett, has seen every sort of wedding: on the beach, at historic mansions, in fancy hotels and clubs. Perhaps that's why she's cynical about happily-ever-after endings, especially since her own first love ended tragically. When Louna meets charming, happy-go-lucky serial dater Ambrose, she holds him at arm's length. But Ambrose isn't about to be discouraged, now that he's met the one girl he really wants.  Sarah Dessen’s many, many fans will adore her lates...

Title: Say You'll Remember Me  Author: Katie McGarry  Pages: 400 Genre: Teen/Contemporary  Publisher: Harlequin Teen  Release Date: January 30, 2018 Summary (Goodreads)  When Drix was convicted of a crime--one he didn't commit--he thought his life was over. But opportunity came with the new Second Chance Program, the governor's newest pet project to get delinquents off the streets, rehabilitated and back into society. Drix knows this is his chance to get his life back on track, even if it means being paraded in front of reporters for a while. Elle knows she lives a life of privilege. As the governor's daughter, she can open doors with her name alone. But the expectations and pressure to be someone she isn't may be too much to handle. She wants to follow her own path, whatever that means. When Drix and Elle meet, their connection is immediate, but so are their problems. Drix is not the type of boy Elle's parents have in mind for her, and El...

Title: Wish You Were Here Author: Renee Carlino Pages: 320 Genre: Romance/Contemporary Publisher: Atria Books/Simon Schuster Canada Release Date: August 15, 2017 Buy: Amazon| Chapters Indigo | Kobo Summary ( Goodreads ) Charlotte has spent her twenties adrift, floating from interest to interest, job to job, and guy to guy, searching for a spark but never quite finding it. All she knows is that she won’t discover it working as a waitress at a pies-and-fries joint in Los Angeles or living with her fun but aimless best friend in a tiny apartment in the Arts District. Then Charlotte collides with Adam, a gorgeous and soulful painter who seems just as lost as she feels. Their instant connection turns into a midnight drink… and a whirlwind night of champagne, Chinese food, and the kind of conversation that only happens in romantic comedies. But the next morning, Adam gives Charlotte the cold shoulder, leaving her confused and hurt—and wondering if the few odd moments betwee...

Title: The Names They Gave Us Author: Emery Lord Pages: 384 Genre: Contemporary, Young Adult, Romance Publisher: Bloomsbury/Raincoast Books Release Date: May 16, 2017 Buy: Amazon | Chapters Indigo | Kobo *ARC was provided by Raincoast Books for honest review* Summary ( Goodreads ) When it all falls apart, who can you believe in? Everything is going right for Lucy Hansson, until her mom’s cancer reappears. Just like that, Lucy breaks with all the constants in her life: her do-good boyfriend, her steady faith, even her longtime summer church camp job. Instead, Lucy lands at a camp for kids who have been through tough times. As a counselor, Lucy is in over her head and longs to be with her parents across the lake. But that’s before she gets to know her coworkers, who are as loving and unafraid as she so desperately wants to be. It’s not just new friends that Lucy discovers at camp—more than one old secret is revealed along the way. In fact, maybe there’s much more to her...

Title: Kissing Max Holden  Author: Katy Upperman Pages: 304 Genre: Young Adult, Contemporary, Romance Publisher: Swoon Reads and Raincoast Books R elease Date: August 1, 2017 Summary (Goodreads)  Kissing Max Holden was a terrible idea... After his father has a life-altering stroke, Max Holden isn't himself. As his long-time friend, Jillian Eldridge only wants to help him, but she doesn't know how. When Max climbs through her window one night, Jill knows that she shouldn't let him kiss her. But she can't resist, and when they're caught in the act by her dad, Jill swears it'll never happen again. Because kissing Max Holden is a terrible idea. With a new baby sibling on the way, her parents fighting all the time, and her dream of culinary school up in the air, Jill starts spending more and more time with Max. And even though her father disapproves and Max still has a girlfriend, not kissing Max is easier said than done. Will Jill follow her he...

Title: Once and for All Author: Sarah Dessen Pages : 400 Genre: Contemporary Publisher: Viking Books for Young Readers Release Date: June 6, 2017 Summary (Goodreads) As bubbly as champagne and delectable as wedding cake,  Once and for All , Sarah Dessen's thirteenth novel, is set in the world of wedding planning, where crises are routine.   Louna, daughter of famed wedding planner Natalie Barrett, has seen every sort of wedding: on the beach, at historic mansions, in fancy hotels and clubs. Perhaps that's why she's cynical about happily-ever-after endings, especially since her own first love ended tragically. When Louna meets charming, happy-go-lucky serial dater Ambrose, she holds him at arm's length. But Ambrose isn't about to be discouraged, now that he's met the one girl he really wants.  Sarah Dessen’s many, many fans will adore her latest, a richly satisfying, enormously entertaining story that has everything—humor, romance, and an e...

Title: When It's Real Author: Erin Watt Pages: 384 Genre: YA/New Adult, Contemporary  Publisher: Harlequin Teen Release Date: May 30, 2017 Summary (Goodreads)  From #1 New York Times bestselling author duo Erin Watt comes the addictive contemporary tale of a teen rock star in need of an image makeover and the teen girl hired to be his fake girlfriend.  Meet Oakley Ford-teen celebrity, renowned pop star, child of famous movie stars, hottie with millions of fangirls… and restless troublemaker. On the surface he has it all, but with his home life disintegrating, his music well suddenly running dry, and the tabloids having a field day over his outrageous exploits, Oakley's team decides it's time for an intervention. The result: an image overhaul, complete with a fake girlfriend meant to show the world he's settled down. Enter seventeen-year-old Vaughn Bennett-devoted sister, part-time waitress, the definition of "normal." Under ordinary ci...

Title: Mr. President (White House #1) Author: Katy Evans Genre: Romance, Contemporary Release Date: October 31, 2016 Buy: Amazon|Kobo| Summary ( Goodreads ) He's won the hearts of millions. But is he willing to lose his? I met the president's son when we were both young. Matthew Hamilton was handsome, polished, and intelligent. I'd never met a guy like him. He promised me that he'd never run for president. I promised that if he did, I'd be by his side. Two terms later, an invitation to join Matthew Hamilton's campaign is the most exhilarating opportunity I've ever experienced. I'm determined to make a difference; he is determined to win. Focused on his goal, Matt is steadfast, ruthless, and disarming. All eyes are on him and his popularity is surging. But soon, the next possible president of the United States is possessing me in more ways than one-and despite the risks, I'm helpless to resist. We're stealing touches, stealing moments,...

Title: Turbulence Author: Whitney G. Pages: 412 Format: e-book Genre: Romance (+18) Release Date: August 30, 2016 Buy: Amazon|Kobo| Summary ( Goodreads ) Fuck me recklessly Kiss me harder. Take me again and again…  He and I met under a cloud of clichés: Boy meets girl. Boy charms girl. Boy fucks girl. Our story was supposed to end right after the orgasms, right after we went our separate ways. But then we saw each other again… And neither of us could walk away. Our rules were simple. Our passion was scandalous. Our hearts were supposed to be safe… But when you find something so all-consuming—something so intoxicating and inescapable, you’ll risk everything you’ve ever had, even if you’re destined to crash and burn. This is us. This is our messed up love. This is  turbulence. Review:  I devoured Turbulence so fast that I wish that the story never ended!! Told from both Jake and Gillian and their very turbulent romance. Jake is very swoon-worthy and su...

Title: First Comes Love Author: Emily Giffin  Pages: 400 Genre: Contemporary  Publisher: Ballantine Books/Random House Canada Release Date: June 28, 2016 Summary (Goodreads)  In this dazzling new novel, Emily Giffin, the #1  New York Times bestselling author of  Something Borrowed, Where We Belong,  and The One & Only  introduces a pair of sisters who find themselves at a crossroads.   Growing up, Josie and Meredith Garland shared a loving, if sometimes contentious relationship. Josie was impulsive, spirited, and outgoing; Meredith hardworking, thoughtful, and reserved. When tragedy strikes their family, their different responses to the event splinter their delicate bond.   Fifteen years later, Josie and Meredith are in their late thirties, following very different paths. Josie, a first grade teacher, is single—and  this close  to swearing off dating for good. What she wants more than the right guy, howe...

Title: Tell Me Three Things Author: Julie Buxbaum  Pages: 270 Genre: YA Contemporary  Publisher: Delacorte Press  Release Date: April 15, 2016 Summary (Goodreads) What if the person you need the most is someone you’ve never met? Julie Buxbaum mixes comedy and tragedy, love and loss, pain and elation, in her debut YA novel whose characters will come to feel like friends.  Tell Me Three Things  will appeal to fans of Rainbow Rowell, Jennifer Niven, and E. Lockhart.    Everything about Jessie is wrong. At least, that’s what it feels like during her first week at her new ultra-intimidating prep school in Los Angeles. Just when she’s thinking about hightailing it back to Chicago—the closest place she has to something like home—she gets an email from a person calling themselves Somebody/Nobody (SN for short), offering to help her navigate the wilds of Wood Valley High School. Is it an elaborate hoax? Or can she rely on SN for some much...

Title: The Year We Fell Apart Author: Emily Martin Pages: 320 Genre: YA Contemporary  Publisher: Simon Pulse Release Date: January 26, 2016 Summary (Goodreads) In the tradition of Sarah Dessen, this powerful debut novel is a compelling portrait of a young girl coping with her mother’s cancer as she figures out how to learn from—and fix—her past. Few things come as naturally to Harper as epic mistakes. In the past year she was kicked off the swim team, earned a reputation as Carson High’s easiest hook-up, and officially became the black sheep of her family. But her worst mistake was destroying her relationship with her best friend, Declan. Now, after two semesters of silence, Declan is home from boarding school for the summer. Everything about him is different—he’s taller, stronger…more handsome. Harper has changed, too, especially in the wake of her mom’s cancer diagnosis. While Declan wants nothing to do with Harper, he’s still Declan, her Declan, and the...

Title: The Boy Most Likely To Author: Huntley Fitzpatrick Pages:  416  Genre:  Contemporary Publisher:  Dial Books/Penguin Canada Release Date:  August 18, 2015 Buy: Amazon | Chapters Indigo | B&N | Kobo *Recieved for review by Dial Books/Penguin Teen* Summary  ( Goodreads ) A surprising, utterly romantic companion to  My Life Next Door —great for fans of Sarah Dessen and Jenny Han  Tim Mason was The Boy Most Likely To find the liquor cabinet blindfolded, need a liver transplant, and drive his car into a house Alice Garrett was The Girl Most Likely To . . . well, not date her little brother’s baggage-burdened best friend, for starters. For Tim, it wouldn’t be smart to fall for Alice. For Alice, nothing could be scarier than falling for Tim. But Tim has never been known for making the smart choice, and Alice is starting to wonder if the “smart” choice is always the right one. When the...

Title: When We Collided Author: Emery Lord Pages: 352 Genre:  Teen Contemporary  Publisher: Bloomsbury USA Childrens/RazorbillCA Release Date: April 6, 2016 Summary (Goodreads)  Meet Vivi and Jonah: A girl and a boy whose love has the power save or destroy them. Vivi and Jonah couldn't be more different. Vivi craves anything joyful or beautiful that life can offer. Jonah has been burdened by responsibility for his family ever since his father died. As summer begins, Jonah resigns himself to another season of getting by. Then Vivi arrives, and suddenly life seems brighter and better. Jonah is the perfect project for Vivi, and things finally feel right for Jonah. Their love is the answer to everything. But soon Vivi's zest for life falters, as her adventurousness becomes true danger-seeking. Jonah tries to keep her safe, but there's something important Vivi hasn't told him. Perfect for fans of E. Lockhart and Jandy Nelson, When We Collided is a ...

Title: A Step Toward Falling Author: Cammie McGovern  Pages: 384  Genre: Contemporary  Publisher: HarperTeen  Release Date: October 13, 2015  Summary (Goodreads)  Cammie McGovern follows up her breakout young adult debut,  Say What You Will , with this powerful and unforgettable novel about learning from your mistakes, and learning to forgive. Told in alternating points of view,  A Step Toward Falling  is a poignant, hopeful, and altogether stunning work that will appeal to fans of Jennifer Nevin, Robyn Schneider, and Jandy Nelson. Emily has always been the kind of girl who tries to do the right thing—until one night when she does the worst thing possible. She sees Belinda, a classmate with developmental disabilities, being attacked. Inexplicably, she does nothing at all. Belinda, however, manages to save herself. When their high school finds out what happened, Emily and Lucas, a football player who was also there t...