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Yesteryear by Caro Claire Burke

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Yesteryear: A GMA Book Club Pick by Caro Claire Burke
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Absolutely riveting. Spiked my cortisol levels EXPONENTIALLY. This author has cultivated such a fascinating character in Natalie. Her misery and confusion and the choices she makes to deal with a culture that requires her to “submit” to her incompetent husband makes me want to pull my hair out while at the same time there are many moments where I found myself deeply relating to Natalie in her rage. Its depictions of the failures of patriarchy and radical religious ideals and the horrors of motherhood are so incredibly compelling. I was sitting here SEETHING. This book is eerie and uncanny and so so culturally relevant.

Yesteryear: A GMA Book Club Pick by Caro Claire Burke, (List Price: $30, Knopf, 9780593804216, April 2026)

Reviewed by Shelby, Cavalier House Books in Denham Springs, LA

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The Bluest Eye by Toni Morrison

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The Bluest Eye by Toni Morrison
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Absolute devastation firmly grounded in the ordinary. Through the seasons, a reading primer, a family, a neighborhood, Morrison explores all that the ordinary can build by all it can destroy. Claudia’s fury and Pecola’s longing are presented as two responses to the same wound, a loneliness that never got to be innocence, not just for these girls but for a society that props itself up by allowing these cycles to repeat.

The Bluest Eye by Toni Morrison, (List Price: $19, Vintage, 9780307278449, May 2007)

Reviewed by Michelle, Cavalier House Books in Denham Springs, LA

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Brave New World by Aldous Huxley

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Brave New World by Aldous Huxley
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In a world powered by progress and logical principles, consumerism and conformity dominate. Brave New World is a deeply haunting discussion on intimacy, community, and – at its core – what is means to be human. What we want isn’t always what we should get. One of my favorite reads from high school, and a must-read dystopian classic.

Brave New World by Aldous Huxley, (List Price: $12, Harper Perennial, 9780063482708, September 2025)

Reviewed by Ana, Cavalier House Books in Denham Springs, LA

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Plant Lady by Kang Minyoung

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Plant Lady by Kang Minyoung
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This is a MUST MUST MUST read if you like plants and a woman who kills terrible men! The plant lady is tense, bloody, and surprisingly heartfelt. Yoohee may blend into the background and be unassuming to the people around her, but to the reader, she is unforgettable.

Plant Lady by Kang Minyoung, (List Price: $28, Berkley, 9798217187577, August 2026)

Reviewed by Sarah, Cavalier House Books in Denham Springs, LA

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The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald

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The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald
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The Great Gatsby is so good that it plays on your terms, whatever they may be. It never feels as complex as it is; the many metaphors are never overbearing. You may come to Gatsby as someone who studies literature or someone who simply enjoys it, and the novel will deliver its ample gifts to you.

The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald, (List Price: $9.99, Pocket Books, 9781982146702, November 2020)

Reviewed by Michelle, Cavalier House Books in Denham Springs, LA

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Cherry Baby by Rainbow Rowell

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Cherry Baby by Rainbow Rowell
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Equal parts tender and hot. like being wrapped in a warm midwestern hug and everyone’s cheeks are wet with tears. Love, love, loved!

Cherry Baby by Rainbow Rowell, (List Price: $32, William Morrow, 9780063380264, April 2026)

Reviewed by Shelby, Cavalier House Books in Denham Springs, LA

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Lady Tremaine by Rachel Hochhauser

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Lady Tremaine by Rachel Hochhauser
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You mourn, you love, you laugh, and you grow with our dear Lady Tremaine. You can feel her desperation and anger at her situation in every chapter. She is struggling to keep her family afloat, a task that feels like it could collapse at any moment. Throughout the story, Lady Tremaine learns that supporting her family does not look the way she initially thought it would, but she is willing to forge a new path for the benefit of her daughters. I appreciated Rachel’s use of foreshadowing. Normally, I can maintain an objective perspective while reading, considering all sides, but Rachel has a way of making you deeply feel what the characters experience, including the anger she wants you to direct toward certain individuals. This is a fantastic retelling of a fairy tale that you won’t want to miss. If you love the traditional story of Cinderella being rescued by her prince, this version may not be for you. In this tale, THE GIRLS ARE SAVING THEMSELVES!

Lady Tremaine by Rachel Hochhauser, (List Price: $29, St. Martin’s Press, 9781250396341, March 2026)

Reviewed by Sarah, Cavalier House Books in Denham Springs, Louisiana

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Better the Devil by Erik J. Brown

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Better the Devil by Erik J. Brown
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This title was a page turner for sure! I found myself rooting for “Nate,” despite the obvious moral reasons that I shouldn’t, and was terribly attached by the end of the book. With such an unexpectedly bittersweet ending, I highly recommend this title for any YA horror lovers!

Better the Devil by Erik J. Brown, (List Price: $19.99, Storytide, 9780063338326, January 2026)

Reviewed by Eden, Cavalier House Books in Denham Springs, Louisiana

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Final Cut by Olivia Worley

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Final Cut by Olivia Worley
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I LOVE Louisiana-set stories when the author knows things about Louisiana, and I especially love them when the author is from Louisiana. This YA thriller is wonderfully done from setting to plot. Oliva does a wonderful job at the misdirection, and I truly had no clue who the murderer was until it was revealed. This is a top-tier YA thriller that anyone should pick up!

Final Cut by Olivia Worley, (List Price: $21, Wednesday Books, 9781250392985, October 2025)

Reviewed by sarah dimaria, Cavalier House Books in Denham Springs, Louisiana

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Gilded in Vengeance by Lyssa Mia Smith

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Gilded in Vengeance by Lyssa Mia Smith
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Gilded in Vengeance has such a lovable cast of characters that I couldn’t help but get attached. Jack’s unwavering loyalty paired with Emmy’s guarded heart made for a very interesting dynamic. The plotline was done wonderfully, enforcing the idea that sometimes growing for yourself and those you care about is the most powerful form of revenge — While still exacting revenge on those deserving. Have you ever read a book with such a perfectly done plot twist that you’re angry you didn’t notice it sooner? No? Well, read this book and join the club!

Gilded in Vengeance by Lyssa Mia Smith, (List Price: $19.99, Storytide, 9780063239623, November 2025)

Reviewed by Eden Haymon, Cavalier House Books in Denham Springs, Louisiana

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Ghost Circus by Adrienne Kress, Jade Zhang (Illus.)

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Ghost Circus by Adrienne Kress, Jade Zhang (Illus.)
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Ghost Circus has beautiful illustrations! I loved the characters in the Circus and I hope we see more of the creepy girl and find out more about her and her memories! I am also super excited her friend Casey gets to come back and see her more and they can uncover more of the mystery of the creepy girl!

Ghost Circus by Adrienne Kress, Jade Zhang (Illus.), (List Price: $24.99, Union Square Kids, 9781454948285, August 2025)

Reviewed by sarah dimaria, Cavalier House Books in Denham Springs, Louisiana

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A Spell to Wake the Dead by Nicole Lesperance

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A Spell to Wake the Dead by Nicole Lesperance
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Witchcraft, ghosts, cults, and romance! I was stressed out at every turn, worried about this teen friend group’s safety and sanity.

A Spell to Wake the Dead by Nicole Lesperance, (List Price: $19.99, G.P. Putnam’s Sons Books for Young Readers, 9780593856338, August 2025)

Reviewed by Eden Haymon, Cavalier House Books in Denham Springs, Louisiana

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Never the Roses by Jennifer K. Lambert

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Never the Roses by Jennifer K. Lambert
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Jennifer K. Lambert’s world is beautiful! The imagery, world-building, and character development are wonderful. I loved this world! It has everything: magic, madness, love, war, and enemies to lovers—AHH! Oneira is so relatable in her desire to be alone, yet people keep showing up! She and Stearanos are on opposite sides of a war. When the great sorcerer Oneria decides to retire, she also chooses to steal a book from her old enemy, Stearanos, whom she has never met. This act sets off a chain of events where Stearanos and her begin to mess with each other. The little taunts, the great chemistry, and the fact that he fell first and harder make this a fantastic romance!

Never the Roses by Jennifer K. Lambert, (List Price: $32.99, Bramble, 9781250360342, July 2025)

Reviewed by sarah dimaria, Cavalier House Books in Denham Springs, Louisiana

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I Wanna Be Your Girl Vol. 1 by Umi Takase

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I Wanna Be Your Girl Vol. 1 by Umi Takase
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This story was delightful from start to finish. It isn’t very often that I’ve seen trans representation from the very beginning, non-passing stages. I was immediately enamored with the casualty of exploration and the support between friends. 10/10 recommendation!

I Wanna Be Your Girl Vol. 1 by Umi Takase, (List Price: $12.99, Random House Graphic, 9780593902929, July 2025)

Reviewed by Eden Haymon, Cavalier House Books in Denham Springs, Louisiana

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Nobody in Particular by Sophie Gonzales

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Nobody in Particular by Sophie Gonzales
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Forbidden romance? Multi-class relationship? AND it’s Sapphic?! I knew from the get-go that I would LOVE this book. While I obviously found the relationship between Danni and Rose endearing, Nobody in Particular also offered an unexpectedly heartwarming exploration of grief and the pressures of expectation.

Nobody in Particular by Sophie Gonzales, (List Price: $21, Wednesday Books, 9781250352491, June 2025)

Reviewed by Eden Haymon, Cavalier House Books in Denham Springs, Louisiana

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