Goodnight Nobody, by Jennifer Weiner

Recommended by Lynette

FIC WEINER

A lonely housewife living in a small Connecticut suburb finds her friend dead one afternoon. While her children are in nursery school three days a week, she investigates the murder and discovers disturbing, yet funny secrets of her new hometown. Reviews

Dead Watch, by John Sandford

Recommended by Irene

FIC SANDFORD

From the author of the Prey series comes a stand-alone political thriller you can’t put down. When Lincoln Bowe, a controversial Republican ex-senator disappears, the White House puts Jacob Winters, a veteran political operative, on the case. Every clue opens yet another can of worms, and Jake is awash in misinformation and devious behavior. Fast paced and fascinating. Reviews

The Alchemist’s Daughter, by Katharine McMahon

Recommended by Heather

FIC MCMAHON

Emilie Seldon is raised by her father who teaches her about alchemy. When a man consults her father regarding his studies, Emilie falls in love and soon marries him. As a result of unanswered letters from her father, she returns to her home where she unravels mysteries about her past.

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Caught Dead in Philadelphia, by Gillian Roberts

Recommended by Irene

MYS ROBERTS

Introducing a sparkling, witty mystery series featuring Amanda Pepper, schoolteacher and talented sleuth. Teachers will enjoy the trials of a dedicated educator as she experiences the ups and downs of the school environment. Everyone will enjoy the adventures and travails of Amanda’s personal life and loves against the backdrop of the City of Brotherly Love. The first in a series of several books.

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