Books to Read if You Like Jodi Picoult

05 May 2016

Fans of Jodi Picoult know that to read one of her books is emotionally taxing — but oh so rewarding. The bestselling author of 23 novels offers readers unflinching insights through her richly layered characters, page-turning plots, and gripping moral dilemmas. If you are looking for authors who can convey the depths of human emotion as adeptly as Picoult, look no further than our list of Books to Read if You Like Jodi Picoult.

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Books to Read if You Like Jodi Picoult

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High Hopes

Sue Lilley

Release Date: April 18, 2016

Can a future be built on the quicksand of secrets and lies? Imagine that 20 years ago, you had a drunken one night stand with your oldest friend, Sam, after you both believed you’d been dumped. Sam gets back with his ex, and the two of you never mention it again. Imagine you got pregnant. You’re a penniless student, so you make the heartbreaking decision to give your baby girl up for adoption, thinking it’s best for everyone. Imagine your daughter tracks you down 20 years later, and also has questions about her father. After 20 years of sadness and guilt, you’re desperate to meet her, but you never told Sam you’d had his baby. The news of a secret baby will tear his marriage and your lifelong friendship apart. What would you do?

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One Plus One

Jojo Moyes

Release Date: July 1, 2014

Suppose your life sucks. A lot. Your husband has run off, your teenage stepson is being bullied, and your genius daughter has a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity that you can’t afford to pay for. That pretty much sums it up for Jess. But suddenly, a knight in shining armor — Ed, the geeky and obnoxious tech millionaire whose vacation home Jess happens to clean — offers to rescue her. Ed has big problems of his own, and driving the dysfunctional family to the Math Olympiad feels like his first unselfish act in ages . . . maybe ever. Prepare to laugh, cry, and wish it wouldn’t end.

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The Lemon Orchard

Luanne Rice

Release Date: July 2, 2013

After her daughter’s death, Julia visits her aunt and uncle’s home in Malibu in search of peace and solitude. When she finds herself drawn to the handsome man who oversees the lemon orchard, she learns they share a deeper connection. Roberto reveals the heartbreaking story of his own loss — his daughter went missing, but was never found. Despite all odds, he cannot bear to give up hope. Set in the sea and citrus-scented air of the breathtaking Santa Monica Mountains, The Lemon Orchard is a story about the redemptive power of compassion and the kind of love that seems to find us when we need it most.

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The Book of Unknown Americans

Cristina Henríquez

Release Date: June 3, 2014

Arturo and Alma Rivera have lived their whole lives in Mexico. When their beautiful 15-year-old daughter, Maribel, sustains a terrible injury, they leave behind everything to seek treatment and hope for Maribel in America. When Mayor Toro, whose family is from Panama, meets Maribel, it’s love at first sight. So begins a friendship between the two families — a collision of hope and destiny. Their journeys will inspire you, surprise you, and break your heart.

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The One We Fell in Love With

Paige Toon

Release Date: May 19, 2016

Phoebe has a dilemma. Should she settle down and get married, or return to the French Alps to pursue her passion? Eliza is in love with someone who is no longer hers — in fact, he probably never was. And her dream of becoming a successful musician is slipping away. Rose is out of a job and out of a boyfriend. If that wasn’t bad enough, she’s been forced to move back in with her mother. But these very different girls all have one thing in common. Angus. The one they fell in love with….

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Rumours

Freya North

Release Date: June 21, 2012

Everybody has something to say about Stella Hutton — but what’s really going on? Rumor has it that Stella landed her new job thanks to family connections. She’s guarded about her past and private about her new life. Over in Long Dansbury, there’s always a rumor circulating about eligible bachelor, Xander, but he shrugs off town gossip. Then a rumor starts that Longbridge Hall is up for sale. Stella is summoned to sell the estate, but Xander grew up there. His secrets and memories are not for sale. He’ll do anything to stand in her way — anything but fall in love.

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