From last week's Indie bestseller lists, available at IndieBound.org, here are the recommended titles, which are also Indie Next Great Reads:
Hardcover
A History of Wild Places: A Novel by Shea Ernshaw (Atria, $27, 9781982164805). "This twisty thriller gave me similar vibes to The Village and absolutely kept me on my toes! Shea Ernshaw really hit it out of the park with this brilliant adult debut." --Kassie Weeks, The Oxford Exchange, Tampa, Fla.
The Ballerinas: A Novel by Rachel Kapelke-Dale (St. Martin's Press, $27.99, 9781250274236). "Female friendship and betrayal set against the intriguing milieu of ballet--where ambition is set against a ticking clock. The Ballerinas is a glittering story with compelling characters and an unexpected yet satisfactory twist." --Jann Griffiths, BookSmart, Morgan Hill, Calif.
Paperback
Little Wishes: A Novel by Michelle Adams (Morrow, $16.99, 9780063019577). "I loved everything about this book. Every year on the anniversary of their first kiss, Tom leaves a gift for Elizabeth on her doorstep. When his gift fails to arrive in the 50th year, Elizabeth decides she must find Tom before it is too late." --Connie Eaton, Three Sisters Books & Gifts, Shelbyville, Ind.
For Ages 4 to 8
Our Table by Peter H. Reynolds (Orchard Books, $17.99, 9781338572322). "Our Table is a beautiful story about the importance of gathering together. This newest Peter H. Reynolds book is one you'll want to add to your collection." --Kristin Saner, Fables Books, Goshen, Ind.
For Ages 8 to 12
Fifty-Four Things Wrong with Gwendolyn Rogers by Caela Carter (Quill Tree Books, $16.99, 9780062996633). "A charming story. It's heart wrenching to think of all the neurodiverse kiddos without a mom like Gwendolyn's. Diverse characters, big topics, but funny and heartfelt along the way." --Christina Batten, Schuler Books, Grand Rapids, Mich.
For Teen Readers
Vespertine by Margaret Rogerson (Margaret K. McElderry Books, $18.99, 9781534477117). "Rogerson proves she is a master of fantasy with Vespertine, a dark, richly wrought tale about trust, betrayal, and truth set in a world where the dead do not stay dead. Vespertine is my latest obsession." --Chelsea Stringfield, Parnassus Books, Nashville, Tenn.
[Many thanks to IndieBound and the ABA!]
