Fresh On Our Shelves
Ah, June. With soft, sun-filled days and clear, cool nights, it's the perfect time to indulge in a weekend reading retreat. So, pull up a chair and escape into a great story. Here are twelve of our newest titles you'll want to add to your To-Be-Read pile.
This month's entertaining lineup offers reincarnation mysteries, magical forests, disaster gays solving murders, secret-agent socialites, toxic true-crime book clubs, and a man who abandons capitalism to live in his daughter's playhouse. Read on!
New Arrivals
These featured titles are only the beginning. Take a look at more fresh adult fiction arrivals this month.
The Unicorn Hunters
When a young duchess faces losing her lands, her title, and her freedom to an invading kingdom, she takes a desperate gamble: a secret marriage hidden deep within a legendary forest where magic still lingers. What begins as a political scheme soon spirals into something far larger, as old enchantments awaken and long-buried forces begin to stir. Blending real history with faerie lore, this sweeping tale is filled with court intrigue, danger, and the courage to defy destiny.
Genre: Historical Fantasy
Borrow The Unicorn Hunters: A Novel by Katherine Arden
Summerland Cove
Three family celebrations are supposed to make for an unforgettable summer at a beloved Maine cottage—until one family member vanishes without explanation. As the days pass and worry turns to fear, old secrets begin to surface, forcing everyone to confront uncomfortable truths about their relationships and the lives they've built together. Set against a picturesque coastal backdrop, this emotionally rich novel explores marriage, family bonds, and the ways the past can shape the present.
Genre: Contemporary Family Drama
Borrow Summerland Cove by Ellen Baker
The Windsor Affair
One was destined to become a beloved queen. The other would forever be remembered as the woman who changed the course of a monarchy. Told through the perspectives of two rivals, this captivating novel revisits the scandal, glamour, and political turmoil surrounding one of the most famous royal crises of the twentieth century. Packed with gossip, ambition, and sharp social maneuvering, it's an irresistible look behind palace doors.
Genre: Historical Fiction
Borrow The Windsor Affair: A Novel by Melanie Benjamin
Lost Lambs
When every member of the Flynn family seems to be unraveling in their own spectacular way, their problems appear complicated enough. But when the youngest daughter becomes convinced that something sinister is hiding in plain sight, her suspicions lead the family into a conspiracy involving a powerful billionaire and a mysterious shipping empire. Darkly funny, sharply satirical, and full of eccentric characters, this novel blends family dysfunction with suspense in unexpected ways.
Genre: Literary Fiction / Dark Comedy / Mystery
Borrow Lost Lambs by Madeline Cash
Ghost-eye
As a young child in 1970s India, Varsha shocks her family by describing memories that seem to belong to another life entirely. Her extraordinary case captivates a psychologist studying reincarnation, setting in motion a mystery that echoes across generations. Decades later, a search for answers draws together forgotten histories, environmental activism, and long-buried personal secrets. Thought-provoking and atmospheric, this novel explores memory, identity, and the connections that may transcend a single lifetime.
Genre: Literary Fiction
Borrow Ghost-eye by Amitav Ghosh
King of Gluttony
Sebastian and Maya have spent their entire lives trying to outdo each other. He's the charismatic heir to a culinary empire; she's a fiercely ambitious marketing executive who refuses to let him win. When circumstances force these lifelong rivals to work together, their competitive banter soon gives way to unexpected chemistry. Packed with sharp wit, simmering tension, and plenty of sparks, this enemies-to-lovers romance is pure fun.
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Borrow King of Gluttony by Ana Huang
Alan Opts Out
Alan seems to have everything: a successful career, a beautiful home, and a chance to land the biggest account of his life. But one unexpected encounter prompts him to question the values he's built his world around, leading to a dramatic attempt to step off the treadmill of modern life. Meanwhile, his socially ambitious wife is pursuing dreams of her own, setting the stage for a clash that is both hilarious and surprisingly heartfelt. This sharp satire takes aim at status, success, and the search for a more meaningful life.
Genre: Literary Fiction / Satire
Borrow Alan Opts Out by Courtney Maum
I Hear a New World
Nine years after leaving a magical parallel London behind, Dennis is determined never to return. But when a mysterious key unleashes chaos across both worlds, he finds himself drawn back into a place where danger, wonder, and unfinished business await. As old feelings resurface and strange forces threaten two versions of the city, Dennis and his allies must race to prevent disaster. Imaginative, adventurous, and delightfully strange, this fantasy is filled with magic, mystery, and alternate-history intrigue.
Genre: Fantasy
Borrow I Hear a New World by Alan Moore
The Disaster Gay Detective Agency
When a hotel employee falls hard for a charming guest who suddenly disappears, he sets out to find answers—and stumbles into a murder investigation instead. With the help of his loyal but delightfully chaotic group of friends, he embarks on a quest to uncover the truth before they become the next targets. Packed with humour, heart, and plenty of twists, this queer mystery delivers equal parts suspense and found-family charm.
Genre: Mystery / LGBTQ+ Fiction
Borrow The Disaster Gay Detective Agency by Lev AC Rosen
Hysteria
Paris Fashion Week becomes the backdrop for a chilling series of murders when some of the world's most glamorous women are targeted by a brutal killer. Called in to assist, a renowned criminal profiler must uncover the truth hidden within the mind of the sole survivor before another victim is claimed. Fast-paced and atmospheric, this thriller combines psychological suspense with the glittering world of high fashion. A touch of dark humour adds an extra layer to the intrigue.
Genre: Thriller / Crime Fiction
Borrow Hysteria by L. J. Ross
The Tuxedo Society
A struggling actor expects an evening of cocktails and conversation when he's invited to join an exclusive social club. Instead, he finds himself recruited into a secret organization of impeccably dressed spies tasked with protecting democracy from a colourful cast of villains. As missions take him around the globe, he encounters danger, absurd gadgets, unlikely allies, and more than a few outrageous situations. Clever, campy, and wildly entertaining, this adventure blends action, espionage, and comedy with style.
Genre: Spy Thriller / Comedy
Borrow The Tuxedo Society: A Novel by Paul Rudnick
Venom Lake
What begins as a true-crime book club getaway on a remote Canadian island quickly turns deadly when one of the members is found murdered. Faced with a choice between calling the authorities or covering up the crime, the remaining women make a decision that pulls them deeper into a web of secrets, lies, and suspicion. As hidden betrayals come to light, the tension mounts and trust becomes increasingly dangerous. Sharp, suspenseful, and darkly clever, this thriller will keep readers guessing until the very end.
Genre: Thriller / Psychological Suspense
Borrow Venom Lake: A Novel by Emma White
Happy reading!

