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by Gary Kinder
4.3(4,539)
This book tells the true story of the high-stakes effort to recover the S.S. Central America, a legendary sidewheel steamer full of gold that sank in the Atlantic.
by Kelly Quindlen
4.3(4,537)
In a town of Mardi Gras and football, a senior year of expected traditions unravels as Hannah realizes her heart yearns not for the earnest boy next door, but for the magic she finds with her best friend, Baker.
by Michael Chabon
3.6(4,536)
Chabon's characters face difficult choices that reveal their deepest fears and define who they are, showing how ordinary life can suddenly become extraordinary.
by Peg Kehret
4.2(4,534)
Armed with only a faded photograph, a foster child embarks on a cross-country quest to find her identical twin, only to discover that some reunions demand letting go of one dream to embrace a truer path.
by Lindsey Leavitt
3.9(4,532)
When a magic-wielding teen gets her dream job as a royal surrogate, she discovers that being a princess-for-hire involves far more than just glamour, leading to hilarious mishaps and unexpected personal growth.
by Non Pratt
3.8(4,522)
A pregnant teen, ostracized by her school, finds an unexpected alliance and a growing romance with the new transfer student who volunteers to pretend to be her baby's father.
by Atticus Lish
3.8(4,521)
An undocumented Uighur immigrant and an Iraq War veteran find their lives crossing in New York City, struggling for survival and connection amid precarious work, cultural isolation, and a desperate search for belonging.
by Enid Blyton
3.8(4,521)
Seven friends, the Secret Seven, must find a stolen pearl necklace after witnessing the thief's escape.
by A.C. Gaughen
4.0(4,515)
To save King Richard and stop Prince John, Lady Thief Scarlet must navigate difficult alliances and her love for Robin Hood, even as their lives are at risk.
by Alan Gratz
4.2(4,505)
On the war-torn island of Okinawa in 1945, a Japanese boy conscripted with a grenade and an American Marine fighting for survival are set on a collision course that will force them to confront the true cost of war and the unexpected paths to humanity.
by RuK. Payne
3.9(4,504)
Understand the unwritten rules and survival strategies of poverty to bridge socioeconomic gaps and offer support to those facing its unique challenges.
by J.S. Cooper
3.8(4,503)
An attorney's new job at an exclusive private club, run by the enigmatic Greyson Twining, quickly unravels into a web of forbidden romance and dangerous secrets, especially after a mysterious warning about her past emerges.
by Manly P. Hall
4.2(4,494)
Manly P. Hall's major work explores the hidden wisdom of ancient cultures, guiding readers through forgotten rituals, symbols, and philosophies to reveal humanity's spiritual heritage.
by Kay Lynn Mangum
4.3(4,489)
by Lynda Mullaly Hunt
4.2(4,485)
On the blustery shores of Cape Cod, a weather-obsessed girl grappling with family secrets and a changing friendship finds an unexpected anchor in a new boy, as they navigate the storms of loss and belonging together.
by Dean Koontz
4.0(4,484)
In the Colorado Rockies, a craftsman and his wolfhound find an ancient enchantment, drawing together estranged twins, chaos theorists, and assassins toward a mystery that will change humanity.
by Dan Martell
4.4(4,482)
Learn how investing money to reclaim your time helps entrepreneurs grow their businesses, avoid burnout, and live with more freedom and fulfillment.
by Carson McCullers
3.8(4,481)
On a Southern army post, a repressed officer's obsession with a private leads to illicit desires, animalistic passions, and tragic outcomes among disturbed characters.
by Andre Brink
4.1(4,479)
A white schoolteacher in apartheid South Africa investigates the state-sanctioned murder of a black janitor, destroying his faith in the system and exposing his family to deadly truths.
by Michael Morpurgo
4.2(4,479)
Orphaned and sent to the Australian outback after WWII, Arthur Hobhouse experiences hardship and loss, finding comfort in the sea. This love guides his daughter on a journey to reunite their family.
by Alex Sanchez
4.0(4,477)
A religious high school senior's life changes when an openly gay Christian arrives, making him face hidden desires and reconcile his faith with his sexuality amid growing town prejudice.
by Louis L'Amour
4.2(4,467)
Cornered under the Mogollon Rim by forty vengeful gunslingers, Tell Sackett must hold his ground until his diverse, fiercely loyal family—from outlaws to bankers—can ride in to defend their brand against overwhelming odds.
by Jeff Shaara
4.3(4,465)
As Allies push for victory in Europe, a desperate German counteroffensive in the Ardennes traps American soldiers in the brutal Battle of the Bulge, leading to the discovery of the Holocaust's unspeakable horrors.
by Timber Hawkeye
4.2(4,465)
This book offers practical advice for a mindful life, a 'boot camp' for anyone seeking inner peace and a kinder world, regardless of their spiritual path.