The Good Knight (The Gareth & Gwen Medieval Mysteries Book 1)

A GMA Book Club Pick, "The Frozen River" is a thrilling and atmospheric tale of courage, resilience, and the fight for justice in a time when women's voices were often silenced. Experience the chilling beauty and hidden darkness of early America through the eyes of a remarkable woman who left an indelible mark on history.

In the vibrant, intoxicating world of 1890s Paris, Vincent van Gogh's supposed suicide is a canvas splattered with doubt. Enter Lucien Lessard, a baker by trade and a painter by passion, haunted by the mystery of his friend's death and obsessed with Juliette, a muse of magnetic allure who has gifted him a tube of an impossibly rare blue. By his side is the irrepressible bon vivant Henri Toulouse-Lautrec, ready to trade his easel for a detective's magnifying glass.

Together, this unlikely duo embarks on a surreal odyssey, a riotous journey through the heart of the Impressionist art scene, from bohemian Montmartre to the scandalous allure of the Parisian underworld. They'll rub shoulders with Renoir, Pissarro, Monet, and Manet, all while unraveling a plot that’s as intoxicating as absinthe and as dangerous as a forbidden pigment. Is Vincent's death a tragedy, or is it a masterstroke of inspiration in disguise? Christopher Moore, the New York Times bestselling author known for his fearless take on history, religion, and everything in between, delivers a hilarious, thrilling, and utterly unforgettable tale. Sacré Bleu is a love story, a mystery, and a vibrant portrait of artistic genius, all painted with Christopher Moore’s signature irreverent wit and a deep, abiding love for the color blue.

From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of A Calamity of Souls comes David Baldacci’s newest novel, set in London in 1944, about a bereaved bookshop owner and two teenagers scarred by the Second World War, and the healing and hope they find in one another. Fourteen-year-old Charlie Matters is up to no good, but for a very good reason. Without parents, peerage, or merit, he steals what he needs, living day-to-day until he’s old enough to enlist to fight the Germans. After barely surviving the Blitz, Charlie knows there’s no telling when a falling bomb might end his life. Fifteen-year-old Molly Wakefield has just returned to a nearly unrecognizable London. One of millions of children to have been evacuated to the countryside Molly has been away from her home for nearly five years. Her return, however, is not the homecoming she’d hoped for as she’s confronted by a devastating reality: neither of her parents are there. Without guardians and stability, Charlie and Molly find an unexpected ally and protector in Ignatius Oliver, and solace at his bookshop, The Book Keep. Mourning the recent loss of his wife, Ignatius forms a kinship with both children, and in each other they rediscover the spirit of family each has lost. But Charlie’s escapades in the city have not gone unnoticed, and someone’s been following Molly since she returned to London. And Ignatius is harboring his own secrets, which could have terrible consequences for all of them. As bombs continue to bear down on the city, Charlie, Molly, and Ignatius learn that while the perils of war rage on, their coming together and trusting one another may be the only way for them to survive.

In a dazzling blend of historical intrigue and contemporary struggle, Jodi Picoult explores the timeless battle for recognition in a world dominated by men. By Any Other Name masterfully interweaves the stories of two women, centuries apart, bound by blood and a shared defiance against societal constraints.

In present-day Manhattan, Melina Green, a promising playwright, wrestles with the sting of past criticism and the courage to unveil her latest work—a play inspired by her ancestor, Emilia Bassano. But in a world where female voices are often silenced, Melina's best friend submits her play under a male pseudonym, forcing her to confront the ultimate question: Is recognition worth sacrificing her identity?

Journey back to 1581, where young Emilia Bassano, a woman of sharp wit and literary talent, navigates the treacherous landscape of Elizabethan England. As the mistress of the Lord Chamberlain, she gains unprecedented access to the world of theater and witnesses the power of words firsthand. Denied a voice of her own, Emilia conceives a daring plan: to secretly pen her own plays and pay a struggling actor named William Shakespeare to present them as his own.

By Any Other Name is a sweeping saga of ambition, courage, and desire, where two women defy the odds to leave their indelible mark on history. But as their stories intertwine, Picoult poses a provocative question: How far will a writer go to ensure her story lives on, even if it means surrendering her name?