The Baroness’ Choices of New Books Publishing This Week
2024, Week 28’s New Books
My choices for this week include Historical Romances, Cozy Animal Paranormal Mystery, Historical Mystery Middle Grade Paranormal Mystery, Young Adult Romantic Comedy, Contemporary Romances, Cozy Animal Mystery, Young Adult Romance, Middle Grade Mystery, and Romantic Comedy.
How are you handling the summer? We have Beryl headed our way sometime tomorrow. But we should only get the rain, so it shouldn’t be bad since we aren’t that close to the coast.
We have a lot of excellent books this week. I have reviewed one of these books!
Here are my choices for New Books Publishing Week 28 of 2024!
Lord Trafford’s Folly by Nina Jarrett
Inconvenient Brides #8
Publication Date: July 7, 2024
Genre: Historical Romance
A daring lord and a young woman find themselves in peril, igniting a possible romance as they escape to stay alive.
A steamy historical suspense romance, about a lord who agrees to help his friends with their quest to solve a murder. Now he must fend for himself while protecting the young lady he has endangered with his choices. Can he keep her safe from harm from both the enemy pursuing them, and his urge to kiss those plump lips?
He thought it would be a lark …
When Lord Julius Trafford, the heir to an earl, agrees to help his friends in a quest to solve a murder, it was mostly because he was bored. Now he is in hot water, and he has dragged his father’s delectable ward into danger with him. Together, they are forced on the run, and Lord Trafford must engage his wits before it’s too late.
She is determined to keep him alive …
Miss Audrey Gideon feels compelled to care for Lord Trafford when he is attacked by a murderous assailant. As they make their escape in search of safety, Julius begins to demonstrate his true potential and Audrey wonders if there is more to the foppish heir than meets the eye.
Can this unlikely pair rise to the challenge and discover true love along the way?
Lord Trafford’s Folly is the delightful third book in the Inconvenient Scandals series of steamy Regency suspense romance books. If you like worthy heroes, fast-paced plots, and enduring connections, then you’ll adore Nina Jarrett’s charming novel. Can be read as a standalone book or as part of the Inconvenient Brides series of Regency romance books.
Buy Lord Trafford’s Folly for a tale of mystery and passion today!
Hisses, Hexes, and Homicide by DeAnna Drake
Purr-fect Relic Cozy Mystery #2
Publication Date: July 7, 2024
Genre: Cozy Animal Paranormal Mystery
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Join Rebecca and Aneksi in this engaging and humorous cozy mystery as they unravel a tale of murder, mystery, and mayhem while discovering more secrets in Citrus Grove.
Rebecca Cuthbert, no stranger to false accusations, rushes to defend her baker best friend when she’s accused of murdering Citrus Grove’s Elvis-loving mayor with a deadly petit four.
But Rebecca recognizes the real clue: this death is the work of the Emerald Scarab, one of the cursed artifacts she vowed to track down after it was stolen from her grandfather’s quirky antique shop.
Now she must navigate a peculiar maze of clues and enchantments, aided by her grandfather’s wise counsel and the scattered recollections of an immortal talking cat, Aneksi, who once encountered the scandalous scarab in Cleopatra’s court. With each revelation, her search becomes a frantic race to find the killer and the amulet before they can hurt anyone else.
But her meddling puts her in the killer’s path, and Rebecca must rely on her fledgling investigative skills to save her friend from jail and herself from becoming the sleepy Southern California town’s latest murder victim.
Murder on the French Riviera by Olivia Rose
Lady Elizabeth Hawthorne Mystery #3
Publication Date: July 8, 2024
Genre: Historical Mystery
Diamonds, deceit, and a deadly masquerade.
A scandalous royal murder shatters the Hawthorne family’s Riviera holiday, crushing Aunt Beatrice’s hopes for her cash-strapped nephew, Alexander, the Earl of Wexford, to marry the Italian princess and save his crumbling estate.
Faced with international scrutiny, the Chief Inspector hastily pins the gruesome crime on the Earl, branding him a murderous fortune hunter.
Refusing to let Alexander fall victim to the Chief Inspector’s machinations, Elizabeth and her audacious cousin Meli plunge headlong into a high-stakes investigation. As they peel back the glittering veneer of Riviera society, they uncover a sinister tapestry of betrayal, blackmail, and deadly alliances. With each revelation, the danger mounts, and the cousins find themselves caught in a treacherous game where one false move could cost them everything.
With Alexander’s freedom at stake and a looming scandal threatening to ruin the family’s reputation, Elizabeth must unmask the true murderer before the Earl’s fate is sealed forever.
But in this gilded cage of luxury and vice, can she trust anyone?
Dead Good Detectives by Jenny McLachlan
Dead Good Detectives #1
Publication Date: July 9, 2024
Genre: Middle Grade Paranormal Mystery
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From the UK’s bestselling author of the Land of Roar series comes this first book in a spooky, swashbuckling duology!
Sid Jones and her best friend, Zen, like to play in their local graveyard—but they never expected their ghostly games to suddenly turn real. When Sid accidentally frees the spirit of Ezekiel “Bones” Kittow, a pirate who died nearly three hundred years prior, he asks her to help him find his long-lost treasure so his soul can finally be at rest. The only problem? He can’t remember where, or even what, the treasure is.
With nothing but a spectral hand-drawn map to help guide their search, Sid, Bones, Zen, and an annoyingly loud ghost parrot set out to complete their quest. But haunting their every step is Old Scratch, a creepy specter who runs the eerie graveyard prison keeping Bones, his crew, and many other spirits trapped. Old Scratch won’t let Bones be free without a fight, and in the end, there may be much more sinister threats to face down. . . .
Heir, Apparently by Kara McDowell
The Prince and the Apocalypse #2
Publication Date: July 9, 2024
Genre: Young Adult Romantic Comedy
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An American teen learns she may have accidentally married the King of England, only to end up stranded on a tropical island with him in Kara McDowell’s high-stakes rom-com, Heir, Apparently.
Freshman year is stressful enough without accidentally being married to the King of England. Of course, Wren Wheeler can’t tell her Northwestern classmates about that; after surviving a narrowly-averted apocalypse over the summer, everyone’s had enough excitement for one lifetime. Wren knows she needs to move on from Theo, but she can’t forget the look in his eyes when he left her on that island in Greece―and also, he took her dog.
When an ill-fated attempt to rescue Comet the Apocalypse Dog turns into a chemistry-fueled reunion with Theo that’s caught by the paparazzi, Wren finds herself under the royal spotlight. Suddenly, she’s a problem for “the firm” to solve, and in order to be protected from the rabid press, she’ll have to fly back to London with Theo. Along for the ride are Naomi and Brooke, as well as Theo’s siblings, including Henry, the brother he’s spent his life being compared to. But because the universe can’t let these two maybe-newlyweds have one conversation in peace, their plane goes down over the Atlantic, crashing on a tropical island in the middle of nowhere.
Stranded with no sign of rescue, the group will have to band together against poisonous animals, catastrophic injuries, a brotherly rivalry, and an ill-timed volcano if they’re going to make it out alive. And, scariest of all, Wren and Theo will have to face their feelings for one another and decide what they want their futures to look like―and if that future will be heartbreak, or happily ever after.
Love on the Scottish Summer Coast by Beatrice Bradshaw
Escape to Scotland #3
Publication Date: July 9, 2024
Genre: Contemporary Romance
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Kirsty Munro’s return to her Scottish hometown after years in London wasn’t part of her plan. Neither was falling for her first boyfriend all over again.
When family duty calls, the journalist finds herself temporarily managing her parents’ café in the small town of Cairnhaven on the Aberdeenshire coast.
That’s not the only thing she finds.
Back from his offshore job is Connor Bannerman – her first love and the first man who ever broke her heart. He’s single, he’s lonely, and he’s still in love with Kirsty. Grappling with his own regrets, Connor is determined to make up for his betrayal. But he can’t tell Kirsty how he really feels. Ever.
Thrust back into each other’s lives, they are forced to confront the unresolved tensions and the tender memories of their shared history.
Amidst the picturesque backdrop of Cairnhaven, Kirsty must navigate the changed landscapes of both her hometown and her heart, deciding if she wants to return to London. And Connor must learn to forgive himself. Before it’s too late and he loses her again – forever.
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Delve into the simmering romance of Kirsty and Connor with ‘Love on the Scottish Summer Coast’! Be swept away by their journey towards a second chance in this sizzling tale set against Aberdeenshire’s enchanting shores.
Join Kirsty and Connor as they explore the meaning of home, the courage it takes to forgive, and the joy that comes from giving love another chance. This tale is a perfect blend of heart-flutters, belly laughs, and the kind of steam that rises from a cosy cup of tea – or a very different kind of heat.
If you like witty banter, sizzling tension, and steamy and cosy stories set in pretty small towns with big feelings, ‘Love on the Scottish Summer Coast’ is your ticket to an adventure!
‘Love on the Scottish Summer Coast’ is the third standalone book in the ‘Escape to Scotland’-series. Written in third person with alternating viewpoints, this novel has its fair share of Scottish flair (yes, expect a swear word or three) and moments that’ll leave you reaching for the fan. No cheating – but a heartwarming HEA that feels like coming home.❤️
Unleash your inner romantic, pack your bags for Scotland, and indulge in this summer’s most captivating love story!
Murder on Devil’s Pond by Ayla Rose
Hummingbird Hollow Bed and Breakfast Mystery #1
Publication Date: July 9, 2024
Genre: Cozy Animal Mystery
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A quaint Vermont inn offers idyllic peace–until a body is found on the property–in this charming series debut, perfect for fans of Ellen Byron and Ellery Adams.
When thirty-three-year-old Hannah Solace returns to her hometown to renovate and reopen the inn she co-owns with her sister Reggie, her mission is to give the old Victorian hotel an entirely new life. She’s even planting pollinator gardens around the inn–native flowers and fruit trees to lure honeybees and houseguests alike.
Hannah’s fresh start is stymied by Reggie’s continual interference, unreliable contractors, a check-the-couch-for-coins budget, and townspeople Hannah left behind fifteen years ago. Her main source of camaraderie is Ezra Grayson, an eighty-year-old recluse who lives nearby. After an unsettling conversation with a disgruntled Ezra, Hannah is horrified to discover him dead on her property later that day.
Ezra had always had plenty of people to complain about, especially locals trying to force him out of his property for its prime real estate. As buzz around town grows after his death, Hannah finds herself on the short list of suspects. Hannah starts digging and quickly discovers that secrets lurk beneath the charming surface of the town she once again calls home.
Sunrise Nights by Jeff Zentner and Brittany Cavallaro
Publication Date: July 9, 2024
Genre: Young Adult Romance
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Two young artists have a chance meeting on the last night of summer arts camp in this YA novel in verse and dialogue cowritten by acclaimed authors Jeff Zentner and Brittany Cavallaro.
Jude loves photography, and he’s good at it, too. Between his parents’ divorce and his anxiety, being behind a camera is the only time his mind is quiet.
Florence is confronting the premature end of her dance career as a degenerative eye disease begins to steal her balance. She’s having a hard time letting go.
The two meet at Sunrise Night, their sleepaway art camp’s dusk-to-dawn closing celebration, and decide to take a chance on each other. Their one rule: No contact for a year after the sun has risen. Over the course of three Sunrise Nights, will Florence and Jude find a deeper connection and learn who they are—and who they could be together?
The Cat Who Chased Ghosts by Nic Minnella
Guardian Cats #1
Publication Date: July 9, 2024
Genre: Middle Grade Mystery
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In a sleepy little town, an ordinary-looking cat hides an extraordinary secret that will transform his owners’ lives forever.
When the Thompson family inherits a dilapidated old house, their overprotected son Timmy forms a strong bond with Whiskers—a chronically lazy tabby who’s not what he seems.
As Timmy explores the house’s mysteries, a chilling discovery puts his courage to the test. With the help of Whiskers and some newfound friends, he must face supernatural forces beyond his imagination and rescue a soul in peril.
The Cat Who Chased Ghosts is a tale of bravery, loyalty, and the magical power of friendship that will enchant readers of all ages, reminding us that sometimes the most extraordinary heroes come in the most unlikely packages.
Do you dare to follow Timmy and Whiskers into the shadows? Get your copy today and uncover the secrets of Haunted Hall.
The Five Stages of Courting Dalisay Ramos by Melissa de la Cruz
Publication Date: July 9, 2024
Genre: Romantic Comedy
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A sweet and spicy multicultural romantic comedy that that blends the rich tapestry of Filipino courtship rituals with the modern complexities of love, family, and cultural expectations, written by #1 New York Times bestselling author Melissa de la Cruz.
Evan Saatchi can’t keep his eyes off his new co-worker, Dalisay Ramos.
Newly arrived from Manila to lead their travel app’s Asia division, nothing matters more to Dalisay than tradition and family. When Evan asks her out, she soundly rejects him for his cheek.
Evan learns from his Filipino friends that Dalisay expects more from potential suitors. If he wants a chance with her, he’s going to have to go through the Five Stages: the courtship ritual that lovers in the Philippines have performed for generations.
At first, Evan is skeptical—what, exactly, does “servitude” entail? And he has to sing?! But when Dalisay bets Evan that he doesn’t have the nerve to make it through the stages, the game is on.
As Evan attempts to prove to Dalisay that he can win her heart—and the bet—Dalisay is driven to distraction by Evan’s sexy labors, and soon their “courtship” turns into a sizzling secret.
But when modern love and family expectations collide, Dalisay and Evan must find a way to carry a rich history into a shared future.
Featuring a memorable cast of characters navigating the intersection of cultural traditions, workplace dynamics, and the magic of true love, this heart-warming Asian American romance is perfect for fans of Kevin Kwan books, Red String Theory, and other voicey Asian American authors. Melissa de la Cruz thoughtfully explores the push and pull of contemporary desires and deep-rooted familial expectations, all set against the backdrop of a will-they-won’t-they workplace romance that will leave readers swooning.
The Prodigy and the Diamond by Angela E. Johnson
Fernley Family A Regency-Era Romance #7
Publication Date: July 9, 2024
Genre: Historical Romance
When love is won by virtue of a wager, who knew it could be lost within ten days?
Oliver Fernley is a musical prodigy. After a few years of tutoring pupils on various instruments, Oliver has decided his current course has amounted to very little. He needs a change. A night out with friends at Whites seems to be the ticket to break him out of his mundane life. A wager or two seems harmless until he is deep in his cups and freely spending beyond his means.
According to the gossip columns, Hannah Anderson is the season’s diamond. The debutante to watch, emulate, and befriend. Her identical twin sister is overlooked due to scarring after a misfortunate accident and her awkward exuberance for finding a match. To bolster her sister’s confidence, Hannah enters a wager to prove that any man would take his leave for the countryside if faced with the same faux pas, even if it was Society’s proclaimed diamond.
The rules are simple. First, the other party cannot know about the wager. Second, there are only ten days to triumph. Oliver must win Hannah’s heart. Hannah must embarrass Oliver so he will leave town. But in the game of love, nothing is as it seems, and these two wagering enthusiasts find themselves fooled.
The Prodigy and the Diamond is a standalone Regency-era romance that will sweep you away to a world of elegance and intrigue as it explores the enduring power of love.
Until Next Summer by Ali Brady
Publication Date: July 9, 2024
Genre: Contemporary Romance
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Two former best friends each find love at an adults-only summer camp in this romantic and nostalgic novel that proves “once a camp person, always a camp person.”
Growing up, Jessie and Hillary lived for summer, when they’d be reunited at Camp Chickawah. The best friends vowed to become counselors together someday, but they drifted apart after Hillary broke her promise and only Jessie stuck to their plan, working her way up to become the camp director.
When Jessie learns that the camp will be sold, she decides to plan one last hurrah, inviting past campers—including Hillary—to a nostalgic “adult summer camp” before closing for good. Jessie and Hillary rebuild their friendship as they relive the best time of their lives—only now there are adult beverages, skinny dipping, and romantic entanglements. Straitlaced Hillary agrees to a “no strings attached” summer fling with the camp chef, while outgoing Jessie is drawn to a moody, reclusive writer who’s rented a cabin to work on his novel.
The friends soon realize this doesn’t have to be the last summer. They’ll team up and work together, just like the old days. But if they can’t save their beloved camp, will they be able to take the happiness of this summer away with them?
The Daring Debutante by Tracy Sumner
Duchess Society #8
Publication Date: July 12, 2024
Genre: Historical Romance
Welcome to the next generation in the Duchess Society!
Tobias Streeter’s son and Xander Macauley’s daughter fight falling in love!In the bustling streets of 1840s London, a jaded and world-weary man, Nigel Streeter, carries the scars of a tortuous past. Wealthy, enigmatic, and resolutely unattached, he’s content to navigate the glittering ton with icy detachment, never allowing anyone to breach the fortress around his heart.
But beneath the polished veneer of high society, a daring and fearless woman, Arabella Macauley, emerges as an irresistible force of nature. With her sparkling wit and boundless curiosity, she’s the talk of the Town, a tempestuous breath of fresh air in a world stifled by convention.
The only problem? She’s the daughter of his father’s closest friend.
As fate entwines their destinies, Nigel is drawn into Arabella’s audacious world of adventure, secrets, and hidden desires. The spark of their attraction blazes into an inferno, leaving them with an impossible choice: Surrender to a love as dangerous as it is undeniable or retreat into the shadows of their haunted pasts.
In a Victorian-era London simmering with passion and rife with scandal, can two fiercely independent souls find the courage to defy society’s conventions and embrace a love that could consume them both? Discover a sizzling tale of seduction, redemption, and the intoxicating power of love in this steamy historical romance, perfect for fans of Sarah MacLean.
This book was previously published in the anthology Christmas Belles.
Well, that’s it for the New Books Releasing Week 28 of 2024
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Thank you for including Hisses, Hexes, and Homicide! Rebecca and her talking cat pal, Aneksi, are thrilled too 🙂