Recommendations based on Unmarriageableby Soniah Kamal

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  1. A Ladder to the Sky

    by John Boyne
    A young writer's ambition leads him to steal stories from others, ultimately leading to his downfall.

    Maurice Swift is handsome, charming, and hungry for fame. The one thing he doesn’t have is talent—but he’s not about to let a detail like that stand in his way. After all, a would-be writer can find ... (Goodreads)

  2. My Lovely Wife

    by Samantha Downing
    A couple's marriage takes a dark turn as they indulge in a twisted hobby of abducting and killing women.

    A couple's fifteen-year marriage has finally gotten too interesting... Our love story is simple. I met a gorgeous woman. We fell in love. We had kids. We moved to the suburbs. We told each other our ... (Goodreads)

  3. Speak: The Graphic Novel

    by Laurie Halse Anderson
    A high school freshman's struggle to find her voice after being raped at a party.

    The modern classic, Speak, is now a graphic novel. "Speak up for yourself—we want to know what you have to say." From the first moment of her freshman year at Merryweather High, Melinda knows this is ... (Goodreads)

  4. City of Girls

    by Elizabeth Gilbert
    Vivian Morris reflects on her youth in 1940s New York City, exploring love, sex, and the theater scene.

    AN INSTANT, NEW YORK TIMES, BESTSELLER!,From the # 1, New York Times, bestselling author of, Eat Pray Love, and, The Signature of All Things, a delicious novel of glamour, sex, and adventure, about a ... (Barnes & Noble)

  5. Brooklynaire

    by Sarina Bowen
    A billionaire CEO falls for his long-time office manager, but their past and present complications threaten their relationship.

    A sexy new standalone from USA Today bestseller Sarina Bowen. You’d think a billion dollars, a professional hockey team and a six-bedroom mansion on the Promenade would satisfy a guy. You’d be wrong. ... (Goodreads)

  6. I Liked My Life

    by Abby Fabiaschi
    A woman's suicide leaves her family in disarray, but she continues to guide them from beyond the grave.

    Called "marvelous" and "absolutely stunning," this debut asks: What happens when a mother's death leaves her husband and daughter wondering why they thought everything was okay when it was not? ,“An ... (Barnes & Noble)

  7. Dawn and the Impossible Three

    by Gale Galligan
    Dawn joins the Babysitters Club and faces challenges with a difficult client. She learns about friendship and responsibility.

    Dawn Schafer is the newest member of The Baby-sitters Club. While she's still adjusting to life in Stoneybrook after moving from sunny California, she's eager to accept her first big job. But taking ... (Barnes & Noble)

  8. The Friend

    by Teresa Driscoll
    A woman receives a Facebook friend request from a high school friend who died years ago, leading to a dangerous chain of events.

    On a train with her husband, miles from home and their four-year-old son, Ben, Sophie receives a chilling phone call. Two boys are in hospital after a tragic accident. One of them is Ben. She thought ... (Goodreads)

  9. Winter Loon

    by Susan Bernhard
    A young boy struggles to cope with his mother's suicide and his father's absence in rural Wisconsin.

    A haunting debut novel about family and sacrifice,, Winter Loon, reminds us of how great a burden the past can be, the toll it exacts, and the freedom that comes from letting it go., Abandoned by his ... (Barnes & Noble)

  10. Alternate Side

    by Anna Quindlen
    A New York City couple's seemingly perfect life is disrupted when a violent incident occurs on their quiet street.

    The tensions in a tight-knit neighborhood—and a seemingly happy marriage—are exposed by an unexpected act of violence in this provocative new novel from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of ... (Goodreads)

  11. Little Darlings

    by Melanie Golding
    After giving birth to twins, Lauren becomes convinced that someone is trying to steal them and replace them with changelings.

    "Unforgettable."—,The New York Times,"Lyrical and atmospheric." —,Bustle,"A satiating psychological horror tale." —,Cultured Vultures,SOON TO BE A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE,An April 2019 Library Reads ... (Barnes & Noble)

  12. All's Faire in Middle School

    by Victoria Jamieson
    A young girl navigates the social struggles of middle school while embracing her love of renaissance fairs.

    The author of, Roller Girl, is back with a graphic novel about starting middle school, surviving your embarrassing family, and the Renaissance Faire., Eleven-year-old Imogene (Impy) has grown up with ... (Goodreads)

  13. The Thousandth Floor

    by Katharine McGee
    In a thousand-floor tower, five teenagers' lives intertwine in a world of wealth, glamour, and secrets, leading to a tragic event that changes everything.

    New York Times bestseller This edition includes never-before-seen deleted scenes, fan-favorite graphics, and a sneak peek to the next book in the series,, The Dazzling Heights,!, New York City as ... (Barnes & Noble)

  14. The Atomic City Girls

    by Janet Beard
    A historical fiction novel set in Oak Ridge, Tennessee during WWII, following the lives of workers involved in the Manhattan Project.

    ",The Atomic City Girls, is a fascinating and compelling novel about a little-known piece of WWII history."—Maggie Leffler, international bestselling author,, of, The Secrets of Flight,, In the ... (Barnes & Noble)

  15. Hausfrau

    by Jill Alexander Essbaum
    A bored American housewife in Switzerland seeks fulfillment through a series of affairs, leading to tragic consequences.

    For readers of Claire Messud and Mary Gaitskill comes a striking debut novel of marriage, fidelity, sex, and morality, featuring a fascinating heroine who struggles to live a life with meaning. ... (Goodreads)

  16. The Shadow Land

    by Elizabeth Kostova
    A young American woman searches for a family lost in Bulgaria, uncovering secrets and confronting the country's dark past.

    From the #1 bestselling author of The Historian comes an engrossing novel that spans the past and the present and unearths the dark secrets of Bulgaria, a beautiful and haunted country. A young ... (Goodreads)

  17. The Lido

    by Libby Page
    A community comes together to save their local lido from closure, changing the lives of two women in the process.

    A tender, joyous debut novel about a cub reporter and her eighty-six-year-old subject—and the unlikely and life-changing friendship that develops between them. Kate is a twenty-six-year-old riddled ... (Goodreads)

  18. The Queen of the Night

    by Alexander Chee
    A legendary soprano's past is revealed as she navigates the treacherous world of 19th century Parisian opera.

    Lilliet Berne is a sensation of the Paris Opera, a legendary soprano with every accolade except an original role, every singer’s chance at immortality. When one is finally offered to her, she ... (Goodreads)

  19. Strawberry Shortcake Murder

    by Joanne Fluke
    Hannah Swensen, amateur sleuth and bakery owner, investigates a murder at a charity auction. Recipes included.

    In her debut mystery, Chocolate Chip Cookie Murder, intrepid amateur sleuth and bakery owner Hannah Swensen proved that when it comes to crime, nothing is sweeter than a woman who knows how to really ... (Barnes & Noble)

  20. Last Christmas in Paris: A Novel of World War I

    by Hazel Gaynor
    A heart-wrenching love story set during World War I, told through letters exchanged between a soldier and his sweetheart.

    An unforgettably romantic novel that spans four Christmases (1914-1918), Last Christmas in Paris explores the ruins of war, the strength of love, and the enduring hope of the Christmas season., New ... (Barnes & Noble)

  21. The Most Fun We Ever Had

    by Claire Lombardo
    A family saga that explores the complexities of love, loss, and secrets.

    A multigenerational novel in which the four adult daughters of a Chicago couple–still madly in love after forty years--recklessly ignite old rivalries until a long-buried secret threatens to shatter ... (Goodreads)

  22. Death by Darjeeling

    by Laura Childs
    Tea shop owner solves a murder mystery at a high-society event.

    Meet Theodosia Browning, owner of Charleston's beloved Indigo Tea Shop. Patrons love her blend of delicious tea tastings and southern hospitality. And Theo enjoys the full-bodied flavor of a town ... (Goodreads)

  23. Winter Storms

    by Elin Hilderbrand
    The Quinn family gathers for a final Christmas on Nantucket before their matriarch passes away. Secrets and drama unfold amidst the winter storms.

    Instant National Bestseller, Gather under the mistletoe for another round of caroling with the Quinn family in this heartwarming third addition to Elin Hilderbrand's bestselling Winter Street series. ... (Barnes & Noble)

  24. Much Ado About You

    by Eloisa James
    A young woman travels to England to escape scandal and finds love with a charming nobleman. A witty and romantic tale.

    When you're the oldest daughter, you don't get to have any fun! Witty, orphaned Tess Essex faces her duty: marry well and marry quickly, so she can arrange matches for her three sisters – beautiful ... (Goodreads)

  25. Once and for All

    by Sarah Dessen
    Louna, a wedding planner, meets Ambrose, a serial dater, and they fall in love. But Louna's past heartbreak makes her hesitant to trust him.

    As bubbly as champagne and delectable as wedding cake,, Once and for All, Sarah Dessen's thirteenth novel, is set in the world of wedding planning, where crises are routine. Louna, daughter of famed ... (Goodreads)

  26. A Memory of Violets: A Novel of London's Flower Sellers

    by Hazel Gaynor
    A heartwarming story of two flower sellers in Victorian London, their struggles, and the power of hope and love.

    From the author of the USA Today bestseller The Girl Who Came Home comes an unforgettable historical novel that tells the story of two long-lost sisters—orphaned flower sellers—and a young woman who ... (Barnes & Noble)

  27. You Think It, I'll Say It

    by Curtis Sittenfeld
    Collection of stories exploring the human condition, relationships, and the power of words.

    A suburban mother of two fantasizes about the downfall of an old friend whose wholesome lifestyle empire may or may not be built on a lie. A high-powered lawyer honeymooning with her husband is ... (Goodreads)

  28. Manon Lescaut

    by Antoine François Prévost d'Exiles
    A tragic love story between a young woman and a wealthy man, leading to their downfall and separation.

    Seventeen-year-old Des Grieux, studying philosophy at Amiens , comes from a noble and landed family, but forfeits his hereditary wealth and incurs the disappointment of his father by running away ... (Wikipedia)

  29. Piecing Me Together

    by Renée Watson
    An African-American teen's journey to self-discovery and personal empowerment.

    Newbery Honor and Coretta Scott King Author Award Winner, New York Times, bestseller, "Timely and timeless." —Jacqueline Woodson,"Important and deeply moving." —John Green Acclaimed author Renee ... (Barnes & Noble)

  30. The Library of Lost and Found

    by Phaedra Patrick
    A librarian discovers a mysterious book that leads her on a journey to uncover family secrets and find her true self.

    A librarian’s discovery of a mysterious book sparks the journey of a lifetime…,Librarian Martha Storm has always found it easier to connect with books than people—though not for lack of trying. She ... (Barnes & Noble)