5 Books to Check Out in November
Insects that will herald the apocalypse, American values brought to life in a vividly illustrated book, sizzling tales of romance for fans of Netflix’s Bridgerton, and more. Here’s what books you need to check out this November.
“The literary equivalent of swallowing a wasp that’s crawled inside your Coke can. Do yourself a favor and read this book.” – Nick Cutter, author of The Troop
“Creepy, crawly, and endlessly dark, this is Marino’s best novel yet.” – Gabino Iglesias, Bram Stoker award winning author
It begins with cicadas. It will end with the swarm.
When a bizarre murder case lands on the desk of Detective Vicky Paterson, it’s just the start of her nightmare. On the same day, her young daughter, Sadie, is swarmed by cicadas emerging off-cycle from their seventeen-year pattern. Sadie barely survives, and her condition is critical.
Across town, Will and Alicia, two dysfunctional private investigators, are on the trail of a missing girl and the shadowy cult involved in her disappearance. But after the first wave of insects hit, they are forced to barricade themselves in a motel where they must work together with a group of strangers to outlast the invasion.
Soon the infestation is impossible to contain. Humanity rests on the knife’s edge of extinction. And there is a terrible purpose behind the emergence – one that Vicky, Will, Alicia, and a small group of unlikely allies must unravel if they are to survive.
“Marino’s work is unlike any other’s in the genre – horrifying, complex, fascinating, and utterly unique.” – Hannah Whitten, New York Times bestselling author
“Relentless, brutal, and brilliant. An apocalyptic tour de force.” – Craig DiLouie, author of How to Make a Horror Movie and Survive
“Marino has taken the safety of sensations away from me. Every prickle along my arm, the slightest buzz anywhere near my ear – it’s all fodder for nightmares now. Suggesting your skin will crawl after reading this unnerving novel doesn’t come close. Your flesh will fly away.” – Clay McLeod Chapman, author of Ghost Eaters
American values over autocracy. Benevolence over bigotry.
So begins the rousing finale of the first floor speech delivered by Congressman Hakeem Jeffries upon his historic elevation as House Democratic Leader, affirming the values of our great country one letter of the alphabet at a time. Equal parts inspiring and urgent, his words provide a timeless reminder of what will keep the United States the greatest democracy in the history of the world. In clever and memorable turns of phrase, Jeffries paints an alphabetic road map for a brighter American future and warns of the perils of taking a different path. Now, with vibrant illustrations for each letter, The ABCs of Democracy brings this blueprint for the future to vivid, colorful life.
In this pioneering book for believers, nonbelievers, and anyone curious about the supernatural, renowned exorcist Father Carlos Martins shares his real-life experiences with demonic activity and explores how we can remain safe against its power.
In his blockbuster podcast, The Exorcist Files, Fr. Martins uncovers the disturbing reality of the forces of evil in our world, guiding listeners through many of his most graphic encounters with demonic entities. In this groundbreaking book, he dives deeper into the nature of evil to expose its dangers and to help us understand how to remain free from its influence and control.
The Exorcist Files introduces us to the 2,000-year-old Catholic ministry of exorcism. As one of the most sought-after experts on the supernatural in the world, Father Carlos shares how evil looks for any opening in our lives – from witchcraft and pagan practices to pornography and even emotional trauma – with the purpose of causing us pain and destruction. He challenges conventional thinking and offers a sobering look at the spiritual dangers lurking in those modern practices that often disguise themselves as harmless. Calling us to vigilance and spiritual fortitude, he emphasizes the importance of religious literacy and practice as guides in a world where the line between the divine and the demonic is increasingly blurred.
Through compelling storytelling coupled with science, theology, and detailed analysis, this book invites us to:
- Uncover the reality and tactics of demonic forces that seek to disrupt our lives.
- Learn practical steps to recognize and guard against spiritual attacks.
- Gain valuable insights into the cosmic struggle between good and evil.
- Experience the transformative power of faith and the ultimate victory of Jesus Christ.
For believers and the spiritually curious, this eye-opening book invites us to explore, question, and deepen our understanding of the hidden threats lurking in our midst so that we can stay protected and walk confidently in faith.
Stop what you’re doing right now: There are mysteries to solve! Grab a pencil (and your wits) and step inside the puzzle-solving craze that’s become an international sensation. From the ingenious mind of G.T. Karber comes a series of forty mini mysteries led by four junior detectives: tough-as-nails Jake, computer-whiz Olivia, quick-thinking Julius, and the un-fur-gettable Buster McPaws. Each aspiring detective investigates their own special case—with enough baffling suspects to confuse even the wisest sleuth.
It’s up to YOU to crack each whodunit, find the culprits, and lead this ragtag team to their grandest case of all! Clues, codes, and a helpful mystery-solving grid provide hours of immersive fun.
Do you have what it takes to become a Murdle Jr. detective?
SOLVE THE PUZZLES:
Curious Crimes for Curious Minds
Ready, Set, Solve!
READ THE MYSTERIES:
Sleuths on the Loose
When her student goes missing, an independent bluestocking must seek the help of the arrogant duke who spurned her in this sizzling tale of romance and intrigue, perfect for fans of Netflix’s Bridgerton series
Phoebe Atkinson is what society might call unconventional. Instead of marrying well like other women born to wealth, she chose to be a schoolteacher. Not to mention she lives in a leaky flat in an unfashionable part of town rather than stay in her parents’ mansion. But when her most promising pupil goes missing she has only one option: beg her sister’s best friend, the powerful Duke of Ellis, for help.
The last thing William Margrave ever expected was to inherit a dukedom. But now that he has it, he’s determined to act the part perfectly—and that includes marrying the perfect duchess. A bluestocking Bohemian schoolteacher is decidedly not duchess material. But he can’t resist her plea for help regarding her missing student.
As they fall further into the mystery, William discovers that he never got over his childhood crush on Phoebe, and he doesn’t really want to.
A “rising historical romance star.” –Booklist, starred review