CPL Previews
A sneak peek at the January arrivals!
Unbound              
Stuart Woods
Stone is pulled into a lethal game of vengeance when an old buddy, CIA operative-turned film producer Teddy, seeks revenge on a man who recently helped to cover up a crime that was personal to Teddy.
Scheduled Publication Date: January 2
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Dark in Death
J.D. Robb
When a young woman is brutally murdered while attending a screening of "Psycho" at Times Square, Eve Dallas is contacted by a writer of crime fiction who recognizes the case, and other recent killings, from storylines in her books.
Scheduled Publication Date: January 30
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Fall from Grace
Danielle Steel
When her wealthy and devoted husband dies suddenly in an accident, Sydney is devastated to learn that he left his estate to his vindictive daughters, a situation that forces her to attempt to revive her career as a fashion designer.
Scheduled Publication Date: January 23
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Robicheaux
James Lee Burke
Struggling with PTSD, alcoholism and wrenching loss, Dave Robicheaux discovers that he may have committed a homicide he is investigating and endeavors to clear his name and make sense of the killing.
Scheduled Publication Date: January 2
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City of Endless Night
Douglas Preston/Lincoln Child
Heading an investigation into the murder of a wealthy tech billionaire's daughter, Lieutenant CDS Vincent D'Agosta teams up with FBI Special Agent A.X.L. Pendergast, only to uncover the work of a serial killer whose agenda threatens an entire city.
Scheduled Publication Date: January 16
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Still Me
Jojo Moyes
The irrepressible Louisa arrives in New York to start a new life and a long-distance relationship with Ambulance Sam while working for the super-wealthy Gopniks, a job that introduces her to New York high society and a secretive man who reminds her of her own past.
Scheduled Publication Date: January 30
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Promise Not to Tell
Jayne Ann Krentz

After one of her artists sends her a painting before apparently taking her own life, Seattle gallery owner Virginia teams with private investigator Cabot to catch the true killer and uncover the truth about the cult they were a part of as children.
Scheduled Publication Date: January 2
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The Woman in the Window
A.J. Finn
An agoraphobic recluse languishes in her New York City home, drinking wine and spying on her neighbors, before witnessing a terrible crime through her window that exposes her secrets and raises questions about her perceptions of reality.
Scheduled Publication Date: January 2
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Fools and Mortals
Bernard Cornwell
The estranged younger brother of William Shakespeare observes the first production of A Midsummer Night's Dream while navigating a high-stakes game of duplicity and betrayal that threatens his acting career, his potential fortune and the lives of his fellow players
Scheduled Publication Date: January 9
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The Wife
Alafair Burke
Marrying an economics professor she met while catering an East Hampton dinner party, Angela finds her tragic past coming under scrutiny at the same time she is asked to defend her husband against wrongful accusations.
Scheduled Publication Date: January 23
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The Girls in the Picture
Melanie Benjamin
A reimagining of the powerful creative partnership between Hollywood superstars Frances Marion and Mary Pickford traces their friendship and boundary-breaking achievements against a backdrop of pre-World War I Hollywood.
Scheduled Publication Date: January 16
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The Music Shop
Rachel Joyce
With the talent for connecting customers to their music, Frank, the owner of a music shop in a suburban community, resists the chance of a relationship with a young woman who could heal the old wounds from his past.
Scheduled Publication Date: January 2
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Operator Down
Brad Taylor
Veteran operator Pike Logan and his team embark on a high-risk search for an undercover Mossad agent only to stumble on a ruthless military coup in Africa, a situation that tests his Taskforce loyalties.
Scheduled Publication Date: January 9
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Act of Revenge
Dale Brown
When Boston is hit by a coordinated string of terrorist attacks, robotics innovator Louis Massina leads a team of tech geniuses to deploy every bot, drone and cyberweapon at their disposal to save the city and bring the plot's mastermind to justice.
Scheduled Publication Date:  January 30
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Sisters Like Us
Susan Mallery
Despite dealing with the chaos caused by her live-in mother, her virtual-assistant business, her rebellious teenage daughter, and her pregnant sister, Bunny can't help entertaining the notion that a handsome client that keeps coming around just may be for her.
Scheduled Publication Date: January 23
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The Wife Between Us
Greer Hendricks
A psychologically charged tale of suspense follows the unexpected twists that shape a divorce and second marriage that are anything but what they seem.
Scheduled Publication Date: January 9
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Publication dates subject to change.    


CPL Reads - Online Book Group
In January, our online Facebook group will be discussing  The Life Changing Magic of Tidying Up Join us as we share our thoughts, experiences, and maybe even some tips on starting the new year off on the right foot!

Japanese cleaning consultant Marie Kondo takes tidying to a whole new level, promising that if people properly simplify and organize their home once, they'll never have to do it again. 

To join the group, go to our  Facebook page , and click on "Groups" on the list on the left-hand side. Click on "CPL Reads," then click on "Join Group." Happy reading!

Want to read ahead?  We'll be discussing The Jane Austen Project by Kathleen Flynn in February!

 
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