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This Week’s Five Favorite Indie eBooks

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January 22, 2026 at 1:45 PM

Kick off your reading week with five must-read indie eBooks packed with romance, suspense, and the supernatural. Keep your NOOK close, these page-turners won’t let you go!

Asset Sixteen (A Lara King Espionage ThrillerBook 16)

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Asset Sixteen by Jack Mars

Orphan Lara King was trained to be one of the CIA’s deadliest agents. When a small town becomes ground zero for a deadly virus, she must track its source. A genius turned madman has unleashed a threat that could reach the globe. Lara’s lethal skills are tested in a high-stakes, edge-of-your-seat thriller. Full of unexpected twists, fast action, and a riveting new hero, Asset Sixteen is perfect for fans of spy thrillers and page turning suspense.

What Readers Are Saying: A heart-pounding, twist-filled thriller that keeps you hooked from the first page to the last.

Lighthouse Cottages

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Lighthouse Cottages by Kay Correll

After a false accusation destroys her reputation, Emily Blackstone flees to a secluded lighthouse on the Gulf Coast. She hopes for peace, but Starlight Harbor has secrets of its own waiting to be uncovered. With help from the wise lighthouse keeper and her protective nephew, Emily cautiously begins painting again. Grant Stone, the local gallery owner, challenges her trust and tempts her heart in unexpected ways. When her past threatens to resurface, Emily must decide whether to run or embrace the courage within. Readers who love heartfelt, small-town romance and stories of redemption will adore Lighthouse Cottages.

What people are saying: A heartwarming and uplifting read—perfect for fans of small-town romance and stories of second chances.

These Ruthless Games

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These Ruthless Games by Roxy Sloane

Lily Fordham struck an impossible bargain to protect the ones she loves. She thought she could win Mafia boss Nero Barretti’s mercy, but he has no patience for weakness. Now the stakes are higher than ever, and every move could cost her life. The danger is real, the passion is hotter, and trust has never been harder. Lily must survive the ruthless games he plays… and protect her heart in the process. These Ruthless Games is perfect for readers who crave dark, addictive enemies-to-lovers romance will love.

What people are saying: “OMG, this book was even better then the last. The tension between them is insufferable at first but their strong connection and unbreakable love prevail.” Mistylee24, B&N Reviewer

What Darkness Does

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What Darkness Does by Jennifer Graeser Dornbush

Dr. Emily Hartford is called to investigate a young mother’s murder in a quiet Michigan town. When Savannah Browdey’s baby goes missing, Emily teams up with Detective Ishkode Aditson to unravel the mystery. Her former boyfriend, FBI agent Nick Larsen, has returned—but he’s changed, haunted by trauma and secrets. As the killer grows bolder, Emily and Nick must confront danger, unravel the truth, and fight their own demons. What Darkness Does is a gripping mystery you’ll want to read with the lights on.

What people are saying: “This book was a page turner and had plenty of action. I enjoyed the book and will continue to read this series.” – LJLreader, B&N Reviewer

Penalty Kiss (Pucks & Penalties Book 1)

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Penalty Kiss by Kat Mizera

A disastrous season has left hockey star Cole Tanner fighting for a fresh start. Drafted to a new team, he’s determined to prove he’s more than his reputation. But Jayne, the sweet librarian, sees past the headlines and awakens feelings he can’t ignore. The problem? Her father is his new coach, and dating her could destroy his career. Caught between ambition and desire, Cole must navigate one wrong move that could cost him everything. If you love forbidden sports romances and high-stakes emotion will be drawn to Penalty Kiss.

What people are saying: ” I loved every minute of their story and can’t wait to see what the other guys on the team have in store for us! Highly recommend to hockey romance fans!” – LynnB, B&N Reviewer

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