A good book calls you to explore imagination and discovery. Whether you want thrilling adventures, heartwarming tales, or profound insights, the world of literature is ready for you this weekend. This selection of the best books will make your weekend truly unforgettable.

Empire Of The Damned By Jay Kristoff

Gabriel de León, having saved the Holy Grail, faces challenges in ending the eternal night. Along with the mysterious vampire Liathe, he must deliver the Grail to the ancient Blood Esani to discover how to undo Daysdeath. However, the Last Silversaint is in danger, pursued by the Blood Voss, and he is entangled in a conflict between the duskdancers and the Blood Dyvok. The survival of Gabriel, battling his rising bloodlust, is uncertain, and the truth he seeks may be unimaginably dreadful.

Written by bestselling author Jay Kristoff, this novel is a must-read for sci-fi enthusiasts. 

Dominoes by Phoebe McIntosh

Layla and Andy's perfect relationship faces a huge hurdle when Layla discovers a concerning connection between their families. While planning their wedding, Layla's friend suggests exploring her heritage, uncovering the possibility that Andy's ancestors may have enslaved Layla's family in Jamaica. This revelation pushes Layla to confront a hidden history, prompting her first visit to Jamaica. 

Layla faces a crucial decision with the wedding approaching: to expose the painful truth or commit to a relationship rooted in a complex and unresolved past. 

Swanna in Love by Jennifer Belle

In the summer of 1982, 14-year-old Swanna Swain finds herself alone at camp until her mother, Val, arrives hours late and under the influence, accompanied by her new Russian lover, Borislav. Instead of returning home to their Upper West Side apartment, Swanna and her brother Madding are taken to a Vermont artist colony. 

Forced to sleep in the truck, Swanna encounters Dennis, a married father of two, at a bowling alley. Drawing on her knowledge of seduction from Judy Blume and her parents' affairs, Swanna sets out to convince Dennis to help her. However, matters of the heart prove unpredictable, and Swanna, despite her city-girl savvy, may find love more challenging than expected. 

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Prima Facie by Suzie Miller

"Prima Facie" follows Tessa Ensler, a successful criminal defense barrister who passionately defends those pleading not guilty. Her convictions waver when she becomes a victim herself, raped by a coworker. Struggling to bring him to justice, Tessa faces barriers and opposition within the legal system she once believed in.

The narrative tracks her struggle to have her day in court, acknowledging the legal system's lack of consideration for victims like herself. Suzie Miller's novel, drawing inspiration from an award-winning play, delves into the difficulties faced by survivors of sexual assault when navigating a legal system that frequently fails to comprehend their experiences.

The Children's Bach by Helen Garner

"The Children's Bach" unfolds in suburban Melbourne during the early 1980s, focusing on the lives of Dexter and Athena Fox and their two sons. Despite routine domestic challenges, the family is content until a friend from Dexter's past introduces them to the city's bohemian underground. Athena begins to ponder life beyond her familiar world, causing the delicate bonds in the Fox family to loosen.

Crafted by renowned Australian author Helen Garner, this novel captures the balance between commitment and sacrifices for freedom, presenting a nuanced story of personal exploration and its accompanying challenges. 

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