Today’s Steals and Deals at AAR…..

We haven’t reviewed this but everyone I know who read it raves about it. Here’s the blurb:
In her twenties, Belle da Costa Greene is hired by J. P. Morgan to curate a collection of rare manuscripts, books, and artwork for his newly built Pierpont Morgan Library. Belle becomes a fixture in New York City society and one of the most powerful people in the art and book world, known for her impeccable taste and shrewd negotiating for critical works as she helps create a world-class collection.
But Belle has a secret, one she must protect at all costs. She was born not Belle da Costa Greene but Belle Marion Greener. She is the daughter of Richard Greener, the first Black graduate of Harvard and a well-known advocate for equality. Belle’s complexion isn’t dark because of her alleged Portuguese heritage that lets her pass as white—her complexion is dark because she is African American.
The Personal Librarian tells the story of an extraordinary woman, famous for her intellect, style, and wit, and shares the lengths she must go to—for the protection of her family and her legacy—to preserve her carefully crafted white identity in the racist world in which she lives.
It’s on sale for 2.99 here.

Our reviewer gave this a DIK. She wrote: This is a swiftly-moving, snappily written little novel. The Secret Service of Tea and Treason is a glorious and big-souled bit of magical romance, and it’s a ton of fun to dive right into.
It’s on sale for 1.99 here.

Jane Feather writes HOT historical romances. We enjoyed this one. Our reviewer wrote: The vivid descriptions of London, the fast-moving plot, a sweet secondary romance, and Serena herself kept me engaged in the story from beginning to end.
It’s on sale for 2.99 here.

We love C. S. Harris’ Sebastian St. Cyr mysteries. (We gave this one a DIK.) Caz wrote: Full of intrigue and suspense with a superbly-drawn cast of characters, a compelling leading man and packed to the gills with fascinating historical detail, When Blood Lies is another wonderful instalment in this excellent long-running mystery series.
It’s on sale for 2.99 here.

We haven’t reviewed it but it’s an old skool classic. Here’s the blurb:
Bound by the King . . .
The document, signed and sealed by King Henry himself, commanded lady Juliana of Lofts to marry Raymond, Count of Avraché.
Shattered by the Past . . .
She refused, though it was treason to defy one’s king. What man would have her once he discovered her secret?
One Knight Would Crusade for His Lady’s HeartYet Raymond would not be denied. And when he came for her, she’d learn that even the strongest will cannot resist the softest touch.
It’s on sale for 1.99 here.
