Devil in Disguise, by Lisa Kleypas (Avon), is the top holds title of the week (7/26/21). LibraryReads and Library Journal offer read-alikes for patrons waiting to read this buzziest book. 

The seventh book in the “Ravenels” series sees Lady Merritt Sterling take center stage. The widow is surrounded by family and friends but is alone running her husband’s shipping company. In walks Keir MacRae, a Scottish whisky distiller, and events take off, especially as someone is out to kill MacRae.

Wild Rain by Beverly Jenkins (Avon; LJ starred review)
Selected by the LibraryReads Advisory Board

“Scandalous rancher Spring Lee meets her match when reporter Garrett McCray comes to town. Garrett is quickly enamored with Spring, the sister of the man he has come to interview, but Spring’s dark past shapes her views on love and marriage. As their attraction grows, and Garrett becomes enmeshed in Spring’s life and the town’s politics, both Spring and Garrett must make decisions that could alter the courses of both their lives. Jenkins (Rebel) continues her streak of writing sensual, hopeful historicals about people who often don’t make it into the history books. While Garrett is sweeter than Jenkins’s typical alpha heroes, the passion between him and Spring sizzles on the page. VERDICT This second in the ‘Women Who Dare’ series presents a solid entry point for readers new to the legendary Jenkins’s oeuvre. Longtime fans will appreciate the appearance of a couple from an earlier book, Tempest. Jenkins’s excellent storytelling skills, paired with fascinating American history, makes the narrative shine.—Jenny Kobiela-Mondor, Eckhart P.L., IN

Bringing Down the Duke by Evie Dunmore (Berkley; LJ starred review)
Appeared on the September 2019 LibraryReads list

“Oxford student Annabelle is knee-deep in the suffragette movement. The Duke is wary of supporting a cause not in the crown’s best interest, but can’t deny his attraction to Annabelle. A well-done version of the enemies-to-friends-to-lovers story. Perfect for fans of Juliana Gray and Amanda Quick.”—Amanda Brill, Rowan P.L., Salisbury, NC

The Truth About Leo by Katie MacAlister
Appeared on the August 2014 LibraryReads list

“I always adore Katie MacAlister! Her sense of humor is outstanding, and her heroines have real bodies. This is another installment in the delightful historical ‘Noble’ series, and it doesn’t disappoint. Fans of humor with their romance are sure to enjoy this regency romp.”—Jessica C. Williams, Westlake Porter P.L., Westlake, OH

Brazen and the Beast (Bareknuckle Bastards, Bk. 2) by Sarah MacLean (Avon)
Appeared on the July 2019 LibraryReads list

“Sparks fly when the brash daughter of an earl and the bastard son of a duke are thrown together in Regency London. Strong character development and sizzling love scenes combine for a swoon-worthy read.”—Rosemary Kiladitis, Queens Lib., Queensboro Hill, NY