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What happens when curiosity gets the better of us? For one person, it might lead to a dream job escorting tourists through history. For another, it can mean following your cat's suspicious adventures straight into a neighbor's dark secret. And over on Worth the Read, it leads somewhere arguably more dangerous than either of those things: a dreamy Tuscan adventure that left me convinced we should all quit our jobs and move to Italy.
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Genevieve
Senior Books Content Manager @ Pix
Current 📖: The Secret History by Donna Tartt
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THRILLER SPOTLIGHT
The Grapevine
by Alexandra Sokoloff and Craig Robertson
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Her daughter vanished. A year later, one determined mother hits the road to find the truth…or take revenge.
THE BIG DEBUT
Retro
by Jessica M. Goldstein
When Ash lands a gig guiding wealthy tourists through history for an ultra-luxury time travel company, the line between past and present begins to blur and her dream job takes a darker turn. As Holly Gramazio (The Husbands) puts it, “It’s got nostalgia, ennui, inappropriate workplace crushes, jaunts to weird little bits of history, terrifying corporate overreach, and jokes: What more could you want?”
Hotel Spotlight
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SAFI Royal Luxury Metropolitan
The Vibe: Panoramas, prestige, and pure comfort
The Location: Monterrey, Mexico
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Rising above Metropolitan Center, SAFI Royal Luxury Metropolitan brings together modern design, panoramic views, and warm, personalized service in the city’s most exclusive district. Rooms and Sky Suites feature floor-to-ceiling windows with 180º views of Monterrey and Cerro de la Silla. Guests can start the day with a breakfast buffet at Panorama 15, dip in the heated pool and jacuzzi, then step outside to explore luxury shopping, must-try dining, and vibrant nightlife. For a change of pace, hike nearby Chipinque Ecological Park or explore the cultural landmarks of downtown Monterrey.
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Here are a few more new books out this week that we didn’t have room to feature, but definitely deserve a spot on your radar.
Winner Takes All by Emily Martin
(Rom-Com)
New from the author of Five Ways to Fall Out of Love. Two rival music executives wake up married in Vegas and must retrace their chaotic night while battling to sign the same band.
Agnes Lives! by Hallie Elizabeth Newton
(Contemporary Fiction)
Debut. In 2014, a fading New York socialite spends a day searching for someone to kill her before her next SoulCycle class.
Reasons to Be Loved by You by Hannah Brown
(Romance)
New from the author of Mistakes We Never Made. A reality star’s summer gets complicated when her brother proposes to her ex’s former girlfriend—who happens to have a cute brother.
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Chetola Resort at Blowing Rock
The Vibe: Mountain serenity
The Location: Blowing Rock, North Carolina
Instaworthy Activities:
Cradled in North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains, Chetola Resort is a 75-acre mountain haven where outdoor adventure meets tranquil luxury. Guests can stay in the elegant Chetola Lodge, spacious condominiums, or cozy lakeside rooms—all surrounded by forested trails and mountain air. On-property highlights include Orvis®-endorsed fly fishing, a year-round heated pool, hiking trails, and Timberlake’s Restaurant overlooking Chetola Lake. Whether relaxing at the spa or exploring the charming village of Blowing Rock, Chetola blends comfort, nature, and warm hospitality into a memorable escape.
Bookworld
☀️ Watch the trailer for Taika Waititi’s Klara and the Sun movie adaptation.
🏀 Knicks star—and NBA Finals MVP—Jalen Brunson wrote a children’s book!
🤖 Michael Caine’s AI-generated voice is narrating The Odyssey ahead of the Nolan adaptation.
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Animal Farm by George Orwell! Happy birthday to Orwell, who was born on this day in 1903.
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