The Situation Room: The Inside Story of Presidents in Crisis by George Stephanopoulos

George Stephanopoulos, the legendary political news host and former advisor to President Clinton, recounts the history-making crises from the place where twelve presidents made their highest-pressure decisions: the White House Situation Room. This is the definitive, past-the-security-clearance look at the room where it happened, and the people—the famous and those you've never heard of—who have made history within its walls. "Takes the reader on a thrilling tour of this little known but crucial facet of the United States government...a must-read for history and political wonks."—Booklist

(Grand Central Publishing, $35.00)

The Race to the Future: 8,000 Miles to Paris-the Adventure that Accelerated the Twentieth Century

by Kassia St. Claire

The rise of the automobile as told through its Rubicon moment—a sensational, high-risk race across two continents on the verge of revolution.

More than its many adventures, the Peking-to-Paris Motor Challenge took place on the precipice of a new world. “Consistently mind-boggling, often funny, and occasionally hair-raising” (Philip Ball), The Race to the Future is the incredible true story of the quest against the odds that propelled us along the road to modernity.

(Liveright, $29.99)

Very Bad Company

by Emma Rosenblum

A gripping, darkly comic novel from the national bestselling author of Bad Summer People about a team of wealthy and powerful executives on retreat in Miami when one of them goes missing . . .When a fellow high-level executive vanishes after the first night, the disappearance has the potential to derail the future of the company’s sale and cost everyone on the team millions. Compulsively readable, Very Bad Company is a slick send-up of corporate culture wrapped in a captivating mystery.

(Flatiron Books, $28.99)

Last House

by Jessica Shattuck

From the New York Times bestselling author of The Women in the Castle comes a sweeping story of a nation on the rise, and one family’s deeply complicated relationship to the resource that built their fortune and fueled their greatest tragedy, perfect for fans of The Dutch House. Set against the backdrop of our nation’s history, this is an emotional tour de force that digs deeply into questions of inheritance and what we owe each other—and captures to stunning effect the gravity of time, the double edge of progress, and the hubris of empire.

(William Morrow, $28.00)

The Red Grove

by Tessa Fontaine

Recommended by Diana!

When her mother goes missing, a young woman uncovers the secrets beneath her protected community. The Red Grove is a special place, protected. Some say a spell was cast by the community’s founder, Tamsen Nightingale. Some say the mountain lions who stalk the nearby hills guard its mysteries and its people. Some say the mighty redwoods keep them safe. The debut novel by the acclaimed author of The Electric Woman, this is an exploration of the legacies of violence, the price of safety, and the choices we make to protect what we love.

(Farrar, Strauss & Giroux, $28.00)

All Fours

by Miranda July

The New York Times bestselling author returns with an irreverently sexy, tender, hilarious and surprising novel about a woman upending her life. A semi-famous artist announces her plan to drive cross-country, from LA to NY. Thirty minutes after leaving her husband and child at home, she spontaneously exits the freeway, checks into a nondescript motel, and immerses herself in an entirely different journey. Miranda July’s second novel confirms the brilliance of her unique approach to fiction. “Hilarious, sexy, and wonderfully weird... a revelation.”—Publishers Weekly

(Riverhead Books, $29.00)

Every Time We Say Goodbye

by Natalie Jenner

The bestselling author of The Jane Austen Society and Bloomsbury Girls returns with a brilliant novel of love and art, of grief and memory, of confronting the past and facing the future. As Vivien tries to forge a new future for herself, she also must face the long-buried truth of the recent World War and the mystery of what really happened to her deceased fiancé. Every Time We Say Goodbye is a brilliant exploration of trauma and tragedy, hope and renewal, filled with dazzling characters both real and imaginary.

(St. Martin's Press, $29.99)

Think Twice

by Harlan Coben

A man presumed dead is suddenly wanted for murder in this thriller of secrets, lies, and dangerous conspiracies that threaten to cover up the truth.

Myron and Win, longtime friends and colleagues, set out to find the truth, but the more they discover about Greg, the more dangerous their world becomes. Secrets, lies, and a murderous conspiracy that stretches back into the past churn at the heart of Harlan Coben's blistering new novel.

(Grand Central Publishing, $30.00)

The Paris Daughter

by Kristin Harmel

“A gorgeous, gut-wrenching” (Kate Quinn, New York Times bestselling author) historical novel about two mothers facing unthinkable choices as the Nazis invade France—from the New York Times bestselling author Kristin Harmel. When the war finally ends, Elise returns to reunite with her daughter, only to find her friend’s bookstore reduced to rubble—and Juliette nowhere to be found. What happened to her daughter in those last, terrible moments? Juliette has seemingly vanished without a trace, taking all the answers with her. Elise’s desperate search leads her to New York—and to Juliette—one final, fateful time.

(Gallery Books, $18.99)

The Lost Journals of Sacajewea

by Debra Magpie Earling

Recommended by Robin!

From the award-winning author of Perma Red comes a devastatingly beautiful novel that challenges prevailing historical narratives of Sacajewea. When Lewis and Clark's expedition party arrives, Sacajewea knows she must cross a vast and brutal terrain with her newborn son, the white man who owns her, and a company of men who wish to conquer and commodify the world she loves. Written in lyrical, dreamlike prose, The Lost Journals of Sacajewea is an astonishing work of art and a powerful tale of perseverance--the Indigenous woman's story that hasn't been told.

(Milkweed Editions, $18.00)

One Summer on Mackinac by Alana Robin

ARIELLA has always known exactly what she wants and how to get it. This summer, she wants nothing more than to save up for college and get a head start on her hospitality degree. When she lands a coveted job on Mackinac Island, her plans seem to be coming together perfectly. Until she meets George, falls into a situationship, and throws her to-do lists out the window. For the first time, she is struggling to reach her goals. With unexpected pressure at work, a jam-packed social schedule with quirky roommates, and a new crush-it's too much. Will she learn how to balance work, independence, and relationships before summer ends?

Ages 14-18.

(ARB Press, $14.99)

The Brightwood Code

by Monica Hesse

In a breathless, haunting, and rich historical mystery, New York Times bestselling author Monica Hesse speaks to the depths of trauma and the power of memory. Timely and unforgettable, The Brightwood Code sheds light on hidden history and the brutality of being a woman in a war built by men.

“Engaging writing will have readers racing to discover the secret. A well-researched work that stands out for its explorations of guilt and trauma.”—Kirkus

Ages 14-18.

(Little Brown Books for Young Readers, $18.99)

I'm Afraid You've Got Dragons by Peter S. Beagle

From the New York Times bestselling author of The Last Unicorn comes a new novel with equal amounts of power and whimsy in which a loveable cast of characters trapped within their roles of dragon hunter, princess, and more must come together to take their fates into their own hands. "Peter S Beagle is, as ever, a master. Like the dragons and dreams therein - gorgeous and vibrant and wistfully fantastic - he never neglects the sharp teeth that confirm a tale as absolutely real." --Travis Baldree

Ages 8-12.

(Saga Press, $26.99)

Finding Things by Kevin Henkes

From bestselling and award-winning husband-and-wife team Kevin Henkes and Laura Dronzek, Finding Things is a child-centered, cozy, and conceptually rich picture book that explores storytelling, connections, luck, nature, and responsibility. A terrific read-aloud to treasure and share, as well as a great title for visual literacy and emerging readers, Finding Things is also a wonderful choice for social and emotional learning.

Ages 4-8.

(Greenwillow Books, $19.99)