You’ve done enough heavy lifting this year, so here's a list of low-maintenance books that will ask absolutely nothing of you in return.
Agnes Aubert's Mystical Cat Shelter by Heather Fawcett - Elisa's Pick
A woman who runs a cat rescue in 1920s Montréal turns to a grouchy but charming magician to help save her shelter in this heartwarming cozy fantasy from the New York Times bestselling author of the Emily Wilde series.
The Chase by Clive Cussler - Jamie's Pick
In 1906 detective Isaac Bell goes after the Butcher Bandit who has committed a string of bank robberies and murders in the western states of America and becomes the hunted.
Malibu Rising by Taylor Jenkins Reid - Emma's Pick
Four famous siblings throw an epic end-of-summer party that goes dangerously out of control as secrets and loves that shaped this family’s generations come to light, changing their lives forever.
Mr. Postmouse's Rounds by Marianne Dubuc - Samantha's Pick
Mr. Postmouse makes deliveries to all the animals in the neighbourhood. And the last stop is an extra-special delivery.
Murder in an Irish Village by Carlene O'Connor - Jennifer D's Pick
Siobhan O'Sullivan and her five siblings have a lot on their plate when a man is found murdered at their bistro in the small village of Kilbane, County Cork, Ireland.
Pastoral by André Alexis - Meagan's Pick
For his very first parish, Father Christopher Pennant is sent to the sleepy town of Barrow. With more sheep than people, it's very bucolic--too much Barrow Brew on Barrow Day is the rowdiest it gets. But things aren't so idyllic for Liz Denny, whose fiance doesn't want to decide between Liz and his more worldly mistress Jane, and for Father Pennant himself, who greets some miracles of nature--mayors walking on water, talking sheep--with a profound crisis of faith.
A Witch's Guide To Magical Innkeeping by Sangu Nandanna - Natashia's Pick
After resurrecting her great-aunt and befriending a half-villainous talking fox, Sera Swan is exiled from the magical Guild and loses her magic, but an old spell book mentioned by a handsome historian may hold the key to restoring her power.