Recommendations based on The Dearly Belovedby Cara Wall

* statistically, based on millions of data-points provided by fellow humans

  1. Then She Was Gone

    by Lisa Jewell
    A mother's desperate search for her missing daughter reveals secrets of a dark family history.

    #1, NEW YORK TIMES, BESTSELLER From the, New York Times, bestselling author of, Invisible Girl, and, The Truth About Melody Browne, comes a “riveting” (,PopSugar,) and “acutely observed family drama” ... (Barnes & Noble)

  2. Magpie Murders

    by Anthony Horowitz
    A detective story set in the English countryside, featuring a mysterious murder, a missing manuscript and a secret that goes back generations.

    When editor Susan Ryeland is given the manuscript of Alan Conway’s latest novel, she has no reason to think it will be much different from any of his others. After working with the bestselling crime ... (Goodreads)

  3. The Hundred Lies of Lizzie Lovett

    by Chelsea Sedoti
    Hawthorn investigates the disappearance of popular girl Lizzie Lovett, becoming obsessed with her life and uncovering secrets about herself in the process.

    Meet Hawthorn Creely, "one of the most relatable characters in recent young adult literature." (,Book Page,) She's not one to get involved in other people's business. But a missing person's ... (Barnes & Noble)

  4. The Golden Hour

    by Beatriz Williams
    A forbidden love affair between a journalist and a British royal in the Bahamas during WWII. Secrets and betrayals threaten their happiness.

    “ The Golden Hour is pure golden delight Beatriz Williams is at the top of her game.” —Kate Quinn, New York Times Bestselling Author of The Alice Network Beatriz Williams, the, New York Times, ... (Barnes & Noble)

  5. The Lost Husband

    by Katherine Center
    After her husband's death, a woman moves to her aunt's goat farm with her children and finds love and healing in unexpected ways.

    "Dear Libby, It occurs to me that you and your two children have been living with your mother for – Dear Lord! -- two whole years, and I'm writing to see if you'd like to be rescued." The letter ... (Goodreads)

  6. The Last Romantics

    by Tara Conklin
    Four siblings navigate life after their father's death and their mother's subsequent breakdown, exploring love, loss, and family bonds.

    The, New York Times, bestselling author of, The House Girl, explores the lives of four siblings in this ambitious and absorbing novel in the vein of, Commonwealth, and, The Interestings.,“The ... (Barnes & Noble)

  7. The Expatriates

    by Janice Y.K. Lee
    Three American women living in Hong Kong navigate their personal and professional lives, facing loss, love, and identity crises.

    Mercy, a young Korean American and recent Columbia graduate, is adrift, undone by a terrible incident in her recent past. Hilary, a wealthy housewife, is haunted by her struggle to have a child, ... (Goodreads)

  8. Redemption

    by David Baldacci
    A man seeks redemption for his past mistakes by helping a woman in need, but his past catches up with him.

    Detective Amos Decker discovers that a mistake he made as a rookie detective may have led to deadly consequences in this compelling Memory Man thriller by #1, New York Times, bestselling author David ... (Barnes & Noble)

  9. Lock Every Door

    by Riley Sager
    A young woman takes a job as an apartment sitter in a luxurious building, but soon discovers dark secrets lurking within its walls.

    No visitors. No nights spent away from the apartment. No disturbing the other residents, all of whom are rich or famous or both. These are the only rules for Jules Larsen's new job as an apartment ... (Goodreads)

  10. In Your Dreams

    by Kristan Higgins
    After a failed marriage, Emmaline moves back to her hometown and falls for her brother's best friend. But can she trust him with her heart?

    Emmaline Neal needs a date. Just a date—someone to help her get through her ex-fiancé's wedding without losing her mind. But pickings are slim in Manningsport, New York, population 715. In fact, ... (Goodreads)

  11. Waiting on You

    by Kristan Higgins
    After a decade, Colleen and Lucas reunite in their hometown, but their past and present relationships complicate their second chance at love.

    Is your first love worth a second chance…?, Colleen O'Rourke is in love with love…just not when it comes to herself. Most nights, she can be found behind the bar at the Manningsport, New York, tavern ... (Barnes & Noble)

  12. Your Perfect Year

    by Charlotte Lucas
    A man receives a diary from a stranger, which leads him on a journey of self-discovery and unexpected love.

    A man consumed by a meaningless life is going to do something he’s never considered doing before. He’s going to enjoy the day…, For hyper-particular publishing heir Jonathan Grief, the day starts ... (Barnes & Noble)

  13. Never Have I Ever

    by Joshilyn Jackson
    A woman's dark past resurfaces during a game of Never Have I Ever, played by her book club, threatening to destroy her perfect life.

    “Wonderful—suspense and surprises, real characters, and a scary, ominous backbeat. This feels like the book Jackson was born to write.” —Lee Child,, New York Times, bestselling author,, Named a Best ... (Barnes & Noble)

  14. Ayesha at Last

    by Uzma Jalaluddin
    A modern-day Muslim retelling of Pride and Prejudice, where Ayesha navigates love, family, and community expectations.

    A modern-day Muslim Pride and Prejudice for a new generation of love. Ayesha Shamsi has a lot going on. Her dreams of being a poet have been set aside for a teaching job so she can pay off her debts ... (Goodreads)

  15. American Royals

    by Katharine McGee
    A fictional story about the American royal family, their scandals, and love lives.

    What if America had a royal family? When America won the Revolutionary War, its people offered General George Washington a crown. Two and a half centuries later, the House of Washington still sits on ... (Goodreads)

  16. 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)

  17. All the Truth That's in Me

    by Julie Berry
    A young woman, mutilated and silenced, struggles to find her voice and reveal the truth about her abduction.

    Four years ago, Judith and her best friend disappeared from their small town of Roswell Station. Two years ago, only Judith returned, permanently mutilated, reviled and ignored by those who were once ... (Goodreads)

  18. On Second Thought

    by Kristan Higgins
    Two sisters navigate life's ups and downs, including love, loss, and unexpected surprises.

    Ainsley O’Leary is so ready to get married—she’s even found the engagement ring her boyfriend has stashed away. What she doesn’t anticipate is being blindsided by a breakup he chronicles in a ... (Goodreads)

  19. Patina

    by Jason Reynolds
    Patina, a young girl, navigates the challenges of school, family, and track practice while learning to trust and rely on others.

    Patina, or Patty, runs like a flash. She runs for many reasons—to escape the taunts from the kids at the fancy-schmancy new school she’s been sent to since she and her little sister had to stop ... (Goodreads)

  20. Surprise Me

    by Sophie Kinsella
    Married couple Sylvie and Dan decide to spice up their relationship with surprises, but secrets from their past threaten to unravel everything.

    After being together for ten years, Sylvie and Dan have all the trimmings of a happy life and marriage; they have a comfortable home, fulfilling jobs, beautiful twin girls, and communicate so ... (Goodreads)

  21. The Rumor

    by Elin Hilderbrand
    A rumor spreads through a small island community, causing chaos and revealing secrets.

    Madeline King and Grace Pancik are best friends and the envy of Nantucket for their perfect marriages, their beautiful kids, their Sunday night double dates with their devoted husbands. But this ... (Goodreads)

  22. Twilight: The Graphic Novel, Vol. 1

    by Young Kim
    A graphic novel adaptation of the popular young adult novel, Twilight, featuring the love story between a teenage girl and a vampire.

    The story of Twilight begins with an Isabella "Bella" Swan moving to live with her father Charlie Swan, the Chief of Police, in Forks, Washington. When Bella was seated next to Edward Cullen in class ... (Wikipedia)

  23. Run Away

    by Harlan Coben
    A wealthy family's search for their drug-addicted daughter leads them down a dangerous path of secrets and betrayal.

    You've lost your daughter. She's addicted to drugs and to an abusive boyfriend. And she's made it clear that she doesn't want to be found. Then, quite by chance, you see her busking in New York's ... (Goodreads)

  24. Lovely War

    by Julie Berry
    A love story set during World War I, narrated by Greek gods who witness the struggles and sacrifices of four young people.

    It's 1917, and World War I is at its zenith when Hazel and James first catch sight of each other at a London party. She's a shy and talented pianist; he's a newly minted soldier with dreams of ... (Goodreads)

  25. You Should Have Known

    by Jean Hanff Korelitz
    A successful therapist's life unravels when her husband is accused of a heinous crime, forcing her to confront her own blind spots and assumptions.

    Grace Reinhart Sachs is living the only life she ever wanted for herself, devoted to her husband, a pediatric oncologist at a major cancer hospital, their young son Henry, and the patients she sees ... (Goodreads)

  26. The Friend Zone

    by Abby Jimenez
    A woman and man become friends, but she's not interested in a relationship. Can they remain friends or will their feelings get in the way?

    Fall in love with this hilarious and heartwarming, USA Today, bestselling romantic comedy that LJ Shen calls "an absolute treat." Kristen Peterson doesn't do drama, will fight to the death for her ... (Barnes & Noble)

  27. The Remarkable Journey of Coyote Sunrise

    by Dan Gemeinhart
    A girl and her father travel across the country in a converted school bus, seeking to heal from a tragic past.

    "Sometimes a story comes along that just plain makes you want to hug the world., The Remarkable Journey of Coyote Sunrise, is Dan Gemeinhart’s finest book yet — and that’s saying something. Your ... (Barnes & Noble)

  28. The Dying Animal

    by Philip Roth
    A professor reflects on mortality, grappling with romantic relationships and the fear of death.

    Kepesh is fascinated by the beautiful young Consuela Castillo, a student in one of his courses. An erotic liaison is formed between the two; Kepesh becomes obsessively enamored of his lover's ... (Wikipedia)

  29. Zorro

    by Isabel Allende
    The legendary masked hero, Zorro, fights for justice and love in Spanish California during the 19th century.

    Allende's story is split into six parts, each part dealing with one stage of Diego de la Vega's life, with the last part serving as the epilogue. The novel chronicles Diego's upbringing as well as ... (Wikipedia)

  30. The Bride Test

    by Helen Hoang
    Khai Diep avoids relationships due to his autism until his mother travels to Vietnam to find him a bride. Emotions: Heartwarming, Romantic, Emotional, Hopeful

    Khai Diep has no feelings. Well, he feels irritation when people move his things or contentment when ledgers balance down to the penny, but not big, important emotions—like grief. And love. He thinks ... (Goodreads)