A Tale of Two Cities

In the tempestuous years following Napoleon's fall, Jean Valjean, a man imprisoned for stealing a loaf of bread, emerges from captivity yearning for redemption. But his past, and the shadow of the relentless Inspector Javert, conspire to condemn him.

Victor Hugo's Les Misérables is a sweeping epic of love, sacrifice, and the resilience of the human spirit. Journey into the heart of 19th-century France, where revolution simmers and the lives of ordinary people intertwine in extraordinary ways. Experience the desperation of Fantine, the courage of the revolutionaries, and the unwavering hope that flickers even in the darkest corners of Parisian society.

More than a story, Les Misérables is an exploration of justice, mercy, and the enduring quest for a better world. It is a timeless masterpiece that continues to resonate with readers, inspiring empathy and igniting the imagination.

In 1950s Tehran, amidst a city on the cusp of change, two young girls, Ellie and Homa, forge a bond that will define their lives. "The Lion Women of Tehran" follows their intertwined destinies through three turbulent decades of Iranian history, from the glittering reign of the Shah to the revolution that transforms their world forever.

As Ellie and Homa navigate family secrets, forbidden loves, and the constraints placed upon women in their society, their friendship becomes a sanctuary. They dream of a future where they can be independent, where their voices can be heard, and where they can roar like the lionesses they aspire to be. But as political unrest simmers beneath the surface of their seemingly modern city, their loyalty is tested, and they must confront difficult choices that could shatter their bond.

A sweeping saga of friendship, betrayal, and resilience, Marjan Kamali's "The Lion Women of Tehran" is a powerful portrait of a nation in upheaval and the extraordinary women who dare to fight for their place in it. Evoking the vibrant sights and sounds of Tehran, this unforgettable novel explores the complexities of female friendship, the enduring strength of the human spirit, and the sacrifices we make for love and country.

To save her impetuous sister from scandal, Mary Challoner brazenly intercepts an elopement planned by the notorious Marquis of Vidal. But when Vidal discovers her deception, Mary finds herself caught in a perilous game with a rake whose reputation is as dangerous as his charm is irresistible. Kidnapped and swept away on a whirlwind adventure across Europe, Mary must outwit Vidal at every turn, even as her heart betrays her into falling for the Devil's Cub himself. Can she resist his dangerous allure, or will she surrender to a love that threatens to ruin them both?

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER GOOD MORNING AMERICA BOOK CLUB PICK From the author of The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo and Daisy Jones & The Six comes an epic new novel set against the backdrop of the 1980s space shuttle program about the extraordinary lengths we go to live and love beyond our limits. “Thrilling . . . heartbreaking . . . uplifting . . . the fast-paced, emotionally charged story of one ambitious young woman, finding both her voice and her passion.”—Kristin Hannah, author of The Women “NASA? Space missions? The ’80s? This is a collection of all the things I love.”—Andy Weir, author of Project Hail Mary and The Martian Joan Goodwin has been obsessed with the stars for as long as she can remember. Thoughtful and reserved, Joan is content with her life as a professor of physics and astronomy at Rice University and as aunt to her precocious niece, Frances. That is, until she comes across an advertisement seeking the first women scientists to join NASA’s space shuttle program. Suddenly, Joan burns to be one of the few people to go to space. Selected from a pool of thousands of applicants in the summer of 1980, Joan begins training at Houston’s Johnson Space Center, alongside an exceptional group of fellow candidates: Top Gun pilot Hank Redmond and scientist John Griffin, who are kind and easygoing even when the stakes are highest; mission specialist Lydia Danes, who has worked too hard to play nice; warmhearted Donna Fitzgerald, who is navigating her own secrets; and Vanessa Ford, the magnetic and mysterious aeronautical engineer, who can fix any engine and fly any plane. As the new astronauts become unlikely friends and prepare for their first flights, Joan finds a passion and a love she never imagined. In this new light, Joan begins to question everything she thinks she knows about her place in the observable universe. Then, in December of 1984, on mission STS-LR9, it all changes in an instant. Fast-paced, thrilling, and emotional, Atmosphere is Taylor Jenkins Reid at her best: transporting listeners to iconic times and places, creating complex protagonists, and telling a passionate and soaring story about the transformative power of love—this time among the stars.