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Audio in Depth December 2024

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The Discovery of Ottoman Greece: Knowledge, Encounter, and Belief in the Mediterranean World of Martin Crusius

This work aptly illustrates a lesser-known link in classical reception. It will have broad scholarly appeal between both religious history and classical studies readers.
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Business Casual

Though there’s some unevenness between the narrators, fans of the series’ previous audiobooks should enjoy this satisfying series finale.
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Shock Induction

Palahniuk’s loyal fans, along with readers new to his work, will enjoy this distinctive and thought-provoking book.
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The African Revolution: A History of the Long Nineteenth Century

An interactive history in which Africans and Europeans together played parts in transforming the continent in the modern age. Will appeal to students of Africa and general readers prepared for a fresh perspective.
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Copenhagen Escape with the Billionaire

Scenic and steamy, this contemporary romance has it all. Another hit for Pembroke (Socialite’s Nine-Month Secret).
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Mountain Captive

Fans of the “Eagle Mountain: Criminal History” series will be intrigued by this latest entry from Myers (Twin Jeopardy).

We Do Not Part

Poetic language expertly describes the mysterious geography of Jeju as Han movingly illustrates how the massacre affected survivors as well as subsequent generations. The memory of a devastating episode that must not be forgotten is revived.
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The Cut

An interesting concept whose execution is somewhat lacking.
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This Is a Love Story

A New York love story at its finest.
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Shocktober: The Biggest Upsets in World Series History

Weeks’s leisurely writing style will appeal to most sports fans. Readers who love baseball will devour this recommended book.
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You Are Fatally Invited

Readers who love puzzles, locked-room mysteries, and Agatha Christie’s And Then There Were None will enjoy this inaugural effort by Pliego, with its chilling conclusion.
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On the Art and Craft of Doing Science

The book is clearly directed to budding or novice scientists and loaded with advice on how to improve their scientific skills and communicate better with the general public. Recommended for all academic libraries.
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Their Hawaiian Marriage Reunion

This second-chance love story from Colter (Accidentally Engaged to the Billionaire) is full of warm, cozy feelings, perfect for cold winter nights.
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Cinderella’s Moroccan Midnight Kiss

Milne (Bound by Their Royal Baby) writes a delightful escape for contemporary romance fans.
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Daughter of Chaos

Webb debuts with a reimagining of Greek mythology that is engaging, despite its pacing issues.
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Ring

This novel, which has a feel of a modern classic, is a must purchase addition for people facing grief and looking for hope and healing. It will leave readers with new insights and many questions about grief, suicide, and spirituality.
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Experiments in Mystical Atheism: Godless Epiphanies from Daoism to Spinoza and Beyond

Philosophically minded thinkers will find this clearly written, accessible work to be rewarding as a challenge to consider other perspectives.
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Beautiful Ugly

Feeney (Rock Paper Scissors) pens another superb domestic psychological thriller with plenty of twists, as her readers have come to expect. Demand will be high.
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Love in Translation

Wood’s (Hired for the Billionaire’s Secret Son) story about finding love and life outside one’s comfort zone has a fun premise and a sweet ending.
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What a Fool Believes: A Memoir

An underdog tale that is a must-listen for all jazz-rock and soul fans.
PREMIUM

Swift River

Chambers’s poignant debut captivates. Listeners will be invested in Diamond’s situation, cheering her on as she becomes herself.

Cher: The Memoir, Part One

Impossible to put down, this rollicking memoir is well-written, thoughtful, and will have readers eager for the second volume.
PREMIUM

I Finally Bought Some Jordans: Essays

An urgent, funny, and relatable collection, interweaving keen observations of modern crises with personal reflections on family, mental health, and grace. Recommended for fans of R. Eric Thomas’s Congratulations, the Best Is Over!
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Gliff

Smith succeeds in spinning a grim tale about semiotics, history, literature, and art that ends on a somewhat hopeful note.
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Child in Jeopardy

Fans of Fossen (Tracking Down the Lawman’s Son) will enjoy the return to Saddle Ridge in this latest release, full of adventure, romance, and mystery. Readers of B.J. Daniels and Lynne Graham will be drawn to this title.
PREMIUM

Birds at Rest: The Behavior and Ecology of Avian Sleep

A fascinating look at this least-observed avian activity, for birders, conservationists, and researchers.

War on Gaza

Not an easy ready, but an essential, necessary indictment of political systems, military aggression, and global and personal complicity.
PREMIUM

Grown Women

A resonant and reflective story, highly recommended for fans of literary fiction in the vein of Diane Marie Brown’s Black Candle Women.
PREMIUM

Stuck in the Country with You

A host of secondary characters keep things interesting in this second-chance, enemies-to-lovers romance from Day (The Secret Heir).
PREMIUM

99% Perspiration: A New Working History of the American Way of Life

An articulate critique of rags-to-riches mythology and government policies about labor in the United States.
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This Beautiful, Ridiculous City: A Graphic Memoir

A gently journalistic approach to graphic memoir. Sohini’s love of New York and evolving understanding of her self within its powerful context work in concert for a radiant read.
PREMIUM

Let’s Change the World: How To Work Within International Development Organizations To Make a Difference

This well-structured book with real life examples serves as a handy guide for readers wanting to work in top international development organizations to make a difference.
PREMIUM

The Naming of the Birds

A violent, complicated story with links to the past. Although Cutter’s lectures can get a little wordy, readers of Victorian-set mysteries, such as Bridget Walsh’s The Tumbling Girl, will appreciate the creepy atmosphere and intricate conclusion.
PREMIUM

Shadowing Her Stalker

Wells (Ozarks Witness Protection) spins off her “Arkansas Special Agents” series with this first of a new series featuring the cyber crime division, full of likable, well-developed characters.
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A Talent for Murder

Thrilling action and suspense combined with complex, well-developed characters make for a book that listeners won’t want to put down. Swanson’s fans will be shocked, horrified, and utterly captivated.
PREMIUM

Everyone on This Train Is a Suspect

Fans of Golden Age mysteries should really enjoy this modern, metafictional take on the locked-room mystery.
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Shadow of the Eternal Watcher

Recommended for space opera fans with a taste for irony.
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Stone Certainty

The sequel to The Holy Terrors isn’t quite as frightening, but fans of Green’s Ishmael Jones mysteries will appreciate the supernatural elements.
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Robert Hooke’s Experimental Philosophy

A highly detailed book about Hooke and his significant contributions to science and research; includes numerous historical illustrations, a bibliography, and references. Best for scholars.
PREMIUM

Happy Lies: How a Movement You (Probably) Never Heard Of Shaped Our Self-Obsessed World

Dougherty is one of only a few people challenging the New Thought philosophy, which has influenced current culture and thinking in the United States. Her book’s tone is conversational and integrates her personal experiences, which is an approach that will appeal to many general readers. It makes a good addition to religion and philosophy collections.
PREMIUM

Fugitive Harbor

In this twisty novel launching a new series, Miles (K-9 Missing Person) introduces likable characters surrounded by vivid scenery.
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Prince’s Proposal for the Canadian Cameras

Singh (Bound by the Boss’s Baby) combines a royal romance with the sister’s-best-friend trope in the best of ways, and readers will want to snatch this one up.
PREMIUM

Wordhunter

This fast-paced novel is recommended for anyone wanting an engaging plot full of excitement and its fair share of drama.
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Special Forces K-9

Miller (K-9 Defender) skillfully unfolds this love story full of sensitive subjects.
PREMIUM

City of Smoke and Sea

At moments, Márquez’s (This Fierce Blood) prose enchants, but it doesn’t quite work as a package.
PREMIUM

The 4 Jobs Club; How Smart Women Care for It All: Kids, Aging Parents, Home and Career

Readers aspiring to obtain C-suite positions will find plenty of helpful advice, though others will discover that many of the suggestions cannot be practically implemented in their lives.
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Rebellious Grace

Westerson’s sequel to The Twilight Queen finds its astute jester, an expert entertainer and gossiper, once again serving as reluctant inquisitor. Fans of mysteries set during the Tudor era will appreciate the historical details that are skillfully woven into Westerson’s gripping story.
PREMIUM

Trust Issues

The title is perfect because there is no one trustworthy in this novel of family and secrets, and readers will find themselves hoping for everyone to get their just deserts.
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A Rebel Without Claws

Fans of Cross’s “Stay a Spell” series will be in for a treat, falling in love with new characters while still getting glimpses of old favorites. Readers new to Cross will enjoy her playful, comedic take on paranormal, fated-mates romances.
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Us from Nothing

The poet ably captures and illuminates the most significant moments of the complex, often tragic, past that have shaped the present. As this book moves from ancient to modern times, poetic richness gives way to the more conventional narrative, reflecting the loss of wonder and mystery inherent in the saga itself.
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The Knockout Artist

This is Crews at his finest. An excellent recommendation for literary fiction readers and those who enjoy grim humor, thought-provoking characters, and compelling plots. Suggest to those who enjoyed Michael Farris Smith’s The Fighter.

The Sons of El Rey

Examining three generations of Vega family lore, this audiobook cleverly juxtaposes four narrative voices through moments of Mexican political turmoil, COVID days in Los Angeles, and post-2020 upheaval to weave an unforgettable must-listen. Fans of Luis Alberto Urrea’s The House of Broken Angels won’t want to miss this.
PREMIUM

Religion in Plain View: Public Aesthetics of American Display

One gets the sense that there are two or three possible books vying for space inside this one packed tome that critiques public displays in the U.S. An important work for students of sociology of place and religion.

What You Leave Behind

A complex, atmospheric mystery that will keep listeners engaged, searching for clues, and thinking about the plight of others. This is an essential purchase for most libraries.
PREMIUM

Cold Case Discovery

Helm unfolds another Hudson sibling romance in this sixth book of the series (after Cold Case Protection). This is family drama at its best, and readers will take comfort in the return of previous characters as they come to love the newest couple.
PREMIUM

The Gilded Crown

With strong voice acting, this dark fantasy debut is sure to be well-received by fans of books like Adalyn Grace’s “Belladonna” trilogy. Listeners will be eager for more from this talented writer.
PREMIUM

The Watermark

Mills’s (The Fragments of My Father) latest is a creative, genre-hopping literary journey.
PREMIUM

The Murder Next Door: A Graphic Memoir

A psychological case study of secondary trauma, the first graphic memoir by illustrator and graphic designer D’Andrade (coauthor of The Type Project Book) offers a gripping plot while illustrating how to cope with mental anguish that leaves long-term emotional scars.
PREMIUM

American Oasis: Finding the Future in the Cities of the Southwest

A thoughtful exploration of the realities and history of the Southwest in the U.S.
PREMIUM

Habits of Hope: Educational Practices for a Weary World

This inspirational book illuminates and encourages readers to see their roles as leaders and bearers of hope. A must for readers (educators, administrators, and scholars) seeking to infuse their academic vocation with renewed purpose, faith, and hope..
PREMIUM

Chaos

The space opera’s mercantile empire setting creates plenty of rapacious villains and provides endless backdrops for the never-ending chaos, while the madcap romance is perfect for readers of Valerie Valdes, K.B. Wagers, Rachel Bach, or Cat Rambo, this time with elements of Martha Wells’s “Murderbot Diaries” series.
PREMIUM

Ingrained: The Making of a Craftsman

The lyrical quality of the writing makes this memoir about woodcarving and being an artisan a lovely addition to any collection.
PREMIUM

Knife River

A slow-paced, fully realized novel with complex familial relationships at its core. Recommended for fans of Tana French and Jane Harper.

Moxie: The Daring Women of Classic Hollywood

This attractive and enlightening work is further enhanced by a bonus section of additional film stars, a thoughtful foreword by Jane Fonda, and excellent notes and bibliographic material. A must for film aficionados and historians.
PREMIUM

Tempted by Her Enemy Marquis

Allen (Becoming the Earl’s Convenient Wife) presents a charming Regency romance with a dash of rom-com cuteness. Perfect for readers seeking a playful story that is more sweet than steamy.

Such a Bad Influence

An audiobook to recommend to all thriller listeners and those who enjoy twisty podcast-style audios such as L.J. Dorn’s The Anatomy of Desire.
PREMIUM

Chanel: The Allure of Makeup

Readers will appreciate the attentive artistic details of this part makeup-design chronicle/part biography, and in it, will learn more about fashion and makeup history along with details of Chanel’s life.
PREMIUM

Cold Iron Task

The third outing for Butcher’s troubled magical protagonist (after Long Past Dues) continues to provide answers and also ask more questions. Solid action and quippy dialogue will keep readers engaged for the long haul.
PREMIUM

Heroes of the New Hollywood: Hoffman, Hackman, Nicholson, Pacino, Duvall, and De Niro in the ’70s

Lalande relies heavily on speculation tinged with Freudian analysis, yet his conclusions about the enduring power of these performances are well worth reading. This is a valuable exploration of these cinematic legends’ impact on film and popular culture.
PREMIUM

One Level Down

Readers fascinated with the pocket worlds of Brenda Peynado’s Time’s Agent or the costly approach to poorly placed colonies in Edward Ashton’s Mickey7 will find much to ponder in Thompson’s (The Word) adult fiction debut.
PREMIUM

A Forty Year Kiss

The novel is beautiful and full of complex characters. It is a love story, not only between Charlie and Vivian but also between the novel and the Midwest, as the characters journey between Eau Claire, Chippewa Falls, and Spooner, WI, along with Minneapolis and Chicago. Fans of Butler and of romance will be delighted with this novel.
PREMIUM

The Antlered King

Gordon offers a striking sequel to her dark fantasy debut, The Gilded Crown.
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Adrift on a Painted Sea

Simply elegant in its expression of Bird’s grief, this short, poignant read will be welcome on shelves.

Francis of Assisi: The Life of a Restless Saint

Easily the most comprehensive and scholarly work ever written on Francis of Assisi, this highly recommended work belongs in all religious collections.
PREMIUM

The Weird and Wonderful World of Bats: Demystifying These Often-Misunderstood Creatures

An engrossing and accessible primer for general readers curious about bats. By the end of the book, readers will likely develop an appreciation, and possibly affection, for these much-maligned beings. The photos are absolutely adorable.
PREMIUM

Eleanor and the Cold War

Readers who are looking for diversion might find the novel’s historical aspects appealing, but those who enjoy cleverly devised mysteries with well-observed characters should look elsewhere.

Death of the Author (Deluxe Limited Edition)

A captivating Möbius strip of literary SF.
PREMIUM

The Antique Hunter’s Death on the Red Sea

Miller’s sequel to The Antique Hunter’s Guide to Murder is a fast-paced, fun caper that reveals the author’s extensive knowledge of antiques.

A Tropical Rebel Gets the Duke

Herrera caps off her mighty “Las Leonas” series (following An Island Princess Starts a Scandal) with a heartbreakingly timely showcase of love triumphing in a world full of dangerous injustices. Recommended for readers who are craving emotionally fulfilling and steamy historical romances that do not shy away from the realities of the era.
PREMIUM

Readying the Revolution: African American Theater and Performance from Post–World War II to the Black Arts Movement

Shandell deftly uses a 21st-century lens to identify specific plays with progressive thought. Theater professors, students, and enthusiasts should take note.
PREMIUM

The Strange Case of Jane O

Perfect for readers who like their literary fiction with an edge of psychological mystery. This further solidifies Walker’s reputation for writing realistic character-driven fiction that just so happens to take place in fragmented, fractured worlds verging on the fantastical and fatalistic. Give to readers who enjoyed Jennifer Cody Epstein’s The Madwomen of Paris and to fans of Emily St. John Mandel.
PREMIUM

Light Unapproachable: Divine Incomprehensibility and the Task of Theology

A profound spiritual reflection on humanity in the gaze of the divine.
PREMIUM

The Book of Flaco: The World’s Most Famous Bird

A delightful tale that will enthrall readers, whether they have a history of birdwatching or not.

Industrial Policy for the United States: Winning the Competition for Good Jobs and High-Value Industries

This is a rich, thought-provoking study that will appeal to readers interested in the practicalities of public policy.
PREMIUM

Clean

Readers will tear through this slim, highly recommended novel to discover the fates of Estela and her employers.
PREMIUM

The Sea Eternal

Robin writes another queer space opera (a sequel to The Stars Undying) that showcases complex characters inspired by ancient history and set in the stars. This science-fiction interpretation of Mark Antony and Cleopatra’s relationship is woven together in a tight plot of false gods, technology, and legacy.
PREMIUM

Chaos Terminal

An unpredictable and uproarious tale, sure to please both mystery and sci-fi fans.
PREMIUM

Bad Animals

A fast-paced novel that integrates elements of mystery, social critique, and literature in ways that will make readers question what their own inner narratives say about the stories they tell about themselves and others. Fans of Sulari Gentill’s The Woman in the Library will find this mesmerizing novel just twisty enough to keep them guessing.
PREMIUM

The Only Way Through Is Out: A Memoir

Despite the somewhat uneven presentation, this audio resonates with conviction. Recommended for those who enjoyed Jessi Hempel’s The Family Outing.
PREMIUM

Brooke Shields Is Not Allowed To Get Old: Thoughts on Aging as a Woman

Shields’s fans will particularly enjoy this engaging and down-to-earth memoir. It is also an inspirational and reassuring reminder to all women that even the famous must come to terms with aging.
PREMIUM

The Lady’s Bargain with the Rogue

Oliver (Her Unforgettable Knight) begins her “Disreputable Marsden Brothers” series with this intriguing opposites-attract Victorian romance. The steamy story pairs passion with adventure to create an altogether engaging read.
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The Duke’s Guide to Fake Courtship

Lee (Almost a Scot) begins her “Daring Debutantes” duet with this steamy Regency romance. The bold heroine and her adventurous spirit make for an erotic and enchanting read.

Victorian Psycho

Fans of gothic literature who don’t mind gruesome deaths will savor watching Winifred go beyond simply eating the rich in this seemingly by-the-book gothic story that subverts some of the genre’s conventions. It already has a film adaptation in the works.
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