Adult

Two remarkably different worlds --- one of wealth and privilege, the other of poverty and desperation --- are about to collide in one shattering moment in this mesmerizing tale of high drama, forbidden love and families fighting to hold on to what they have.

In the dark and dangerous days of World War I, a daring young woman will risk her life to find her destiny in Jennifer Robson’s debut novel.

At a time when so many feel disillusioned with or detached from organized religion yet long for a way to move beyond an exclusively materialistic, rational lifestyle, A RELIGION OF ONE’S OWN points the way to creating an amplified inner life and a world of greater purpose, meaning, and reflection.

My name is Christy Snow. I'm 17 and I'm about to die. I'm buried in a coffin under tons of concrete. No one knows where I am. My heart sounds like a monster with clobber feet, running straight toward me. I'm lying on my back, soaked with sweat from the hair on my head to the soles of my feet. My hands and feet won't stop shaking. Some will say that I'm not really here. Some will say I'm delusional. Some will say that I don't even exist. But who are they? I'm the one buried in a grave.

When a suspicious accident occurs at the famous Dinsmore Chocolate Factory, Caroline Lang goes undercover as a factory worker to investigate the circumstances surrounding the event. At the same time, Oliver Dinsmore poses as a common worker to find out all he can about the family business before taking over for his father. Caroline and Oliver become fast friends, but tension mounts when the two find themselves at odds about the roles of child workers in the factory.

Abandoned by the love of her life and still mourning the loss of her mother, Lily Donaldson has moved to Austin, Texas, and is working as a kitchen maid in a luxurious mansion, the Butterfly Palace. But one night, while serving at a dinner party, Lily recognizes the man who abandoned her sitting among the distinguished guests, though he does not acknowledge her aloud. Before she can get an explanation, the path of the Servant Girl Killer swerves very close to the Butterfly Palace, sowing terror among the maids.

A kidnapper who calls himself "Daddy Love" has abducted, tortured and raped several young boys. His latest victim is Robbie Whitcomb, who must endure punishment beyond his wildest nightmares if he misbehaves. As Robbie grows older, he becomes aware of just how monstrous Daddy Love is. Somewhere within this tortured young boy lies a spark of rebellion, and he will soon discover just what lengths he'll go to to survive.

From the author of ENDER’S GAME, comes an unforgettable story about young Alvin Maker: the seventh son of a seventh son. Born into an alternative frontier America where life is hard and folk magic is real, Alvin is gifted with the power. He must learn to use his gift wisely. But dark forces are arrayed against Alvin, and only a young girl with second sight can protect him.

At a rummage sale, Heather discovers a turn-of-the-century romantic advice book written by a once-famous Smitten, Vermont, resident. When she shares the precious volume with her book club friends, they find clues about a hidden treasure rumored to be buried in their tiny town. As Heather, Abby, Lia and Molly take turns reading the book, each projects onto it her own literary tastes. One by one, each of the women finds romantic love --- often in spite of the historic book’s advice.

At the top of the stairs there are four secrets hidden. Blond, beautiful, innocent and struggling to stay alive…