The Edge by David Baldacci (Grand Central) is the top holds title of the week. LibraryReads and Library Journal offer read-alikes for patrons waiting to read this buzziest book.

In the sequel to The 6:20 Man, Travis Devine is back and must solve the murder of a CIA agent in small-town Maine and retrieve her laptop and phone, which are full of state secrets, making the situation a national security risk. Outsider Devine will have to get the locals to trust him enough to find answers—before it’s too late.—LJ Reviews

All the Sinners Bleed by S.A. Cosby (Flatiron; LJ starred review)

Appeared on the June 2023 LibraryReads list

"As a Black sheriff in rural Virginia, Titus Crown is caught in political turmoil while a pedophile mass murderer runs amok. A brilliant perfectionist and former FBI agent, Titus ran for office to change things for the better, but can anything honestly change?"—Jill Minor, Washington County Public Library, Abingdon, VA

The Widowmaker by Hannah Morrissey (Minotaur; St. Martin's)

Appeared on the December 2022 LibraryReads list

“As the case of Clive Reynolds’s disappearance 20 years ago unfolds, Detective Ryan Hudson discovers a link to his partner's murder. Skillfully woven together, the characters draw readers into a web of lies and deceitful actions that will keep them guessing who is the threat until the end.”—Janet Makoujy, New City Library, New City, NY

The Last Widow by Karin Slaughter (Morrow; LJ starred review)

Appeared on the August 2019 LibraryReads list

“A fast-paced thriller in the Will Trent series has Will and Sara trying to prevent a deadly epidemic. The book tells the story of what is happening to three different people during the same short time periods, as they are unaware of the actions of the others. For readers who enjoy Tana French and John Sanford.”—Susanne Guide, Union County Public Library, Liberty, IN