Racing Romances

Walking the new shelves, I discovered a new trend in sports romance I haven’t yet read: racing romances! I’m talking car racing, mostly Formula 1. Determined to find one that I would like, I searched the catalog for some romances will have your heart racing while the characters race around the track.

As of this writing, all titles are owned by the Davenport Public Library. Descriptions are provided by the publishers.


Cross the Line by Simone Soltani, book 1 in Lights Out series

Formula 1 driver Dev Anderson’s career is on the line. After a social media disaster leaves him with an angry team and sponsors threatening to jump ship, he needs someone to help save his image. At a party in Monaco, he bumps into the woman who can fix it all. There’s just one problem: she’s his best friend’s little sister. And, okay, maybe there’s another problem—he kissed her last year and hasn’t been able to stop thinking about it since.

Recent college grad Willow Williams needs a job. She may have a talent for seeing the bright side of any bad situation, but it’s hard to stay positive when she’s struggling to get hired. So when Dev offers her a temporary solution, she can’t help but say yes. Even if it means ignoring the crush she’s had on him since childhood.

Willow and Dev are determined to keep things strictly professional, regardless of old feelings and the blazing chemistry between them. But in the glittering and high-stakes world of Formula 1, some lines are meant to be crossed… – Berkley


Drive by Tamara Lush, book 1 in Pretenders series

Determined to win. Destined to fall.

Savannah “Savvy” Jenkins is no stranger to the crude comments and leering looks she gets in the pit. Out to prove that she can succeed in a man’s world, she thinks she knows what to expect when she joins Formula World champion Dante Annunziata’s crew.

Dante is determined to finish his season on top. And Savvy is nothing but a distraction that threatens to get in the way. Convinced Savvy has no business on the team, Dante’s prepared to do anything to get her off.

But when a paparazzo catches the two in a compromising position, Dante and Savvy are in for a fauxmance for the ages. As their fake attraction turns real, they realize that there may be more to life than simply speeding through it. – W by Wattpad Books


Offtrack  by Esha Patel, book 1 in Offtrack series

Diana Zahrani is Formula One’s first female racing driver this century. All the other drivers are told to race carefully around her, and leave her to her real job: being a pretty face and good advertising for a hypermasculine sport. But Diana’s not worked this hard her whole life just to be a mascot.

World Championship favourite Miguel de la Fuente is not taking any rookie seriously, let alone a woman. With his first championship win looming, all he has to do is stay focused – and make sure Diana stays out of his way.

But motorsports is a small world, and as Diana and Miguel race their way through the season, they’re forced to face each other again and again. When sparks fly, Miguel and Diana must decide for the sake of their teams where their priorities lie: on track, with the championship, or offtrack, with each other… – Avon


Pole Position by Rebecca J. Caffery

Kian Walker has always been the golden boy of motorsport. The four-time Championship winner has racing in his DNA – his father was a legend on the track, just don’t let him catch you comparing the two. As reckless and unreliable at home as he was behind the wheel, there’s nothing Kian wants less than to be just like his dad.

Enter Harper James. This year’s rookie called up to compete with the big boys – and Kian’s new teammate. Cocky, hot-headed and with a reputation for breaking as many hearts as he does new track records, Harper’s the opposite of Kian in every way. But when the season starts, there’s no getting away from him.

This might be one of the most dangerous sports in the world, so why then does Kian’s heart feel safer flying around the track at 220mph than when he’s anywhere near his teammate? – One More Chapter


Throttled by Lauren Asher, book 1 in Dirty Air series

Noah: Maya Alatorre is the sister of my teammate… and my new obsession. Keeping my distance during the Formula 1 season should be easy, except I always find ways to see her: press tours, pre-race rituals, sponsor events and black-tie galas. The more time we spend together, the stronger my desire grows.

Sneaking around with her is one thing, but wanting more? Never going to happen. She might be a distraction dressed like a daydream, but no woman is worth risking the championship title over. Or so I thought.

Maya: Noah Slade is Formula 1 royalty and my brother’s biggest rival. When I’m invited to join my sibling while he competes for the World Championship, I promise to avoid Noah at all costs. Twenty-one races, two drivers who hate each other, and one forbidden attraction I can’t ignore.

Developing feelings for Noah wasn’t part of my plan. But then again, neither was anyone finding out. Turns out the man I was warned about happens to be the one I can’t stay away from – even if he breaks my heart once the season comes to an end. – Simon & Schuster

Checked In: A Davenport Public Library Podcast October Recap

In this blog post, I will give you helpful links to area resources, Library resources, and links to the books discussed in our October episode!



Interview with Sydney from Family Resources 

Beth, Brittany, and Stephanie welcomed Sydney from Family Resources back onto the podcast to raise awareness for Domestic Violence Prevention Month. To learn more about Family Resources, you can visit their website here!

 



Interview with Christina and Jessica from the Putnam Museum 

Beth and Brittany interviewed Christina and Jessica from the Putnam Museum and gained behind the scenes information about some of their favorite exhibits! Visit the Putnam for free by checking out a Community Experience Pass!

 



New Fiction and Nonfiction Titles Coming to Simply Held Patrons!

Simply Held is a service that automatically places holds on new titles for patrons participating in the program. Never worry about remembering when your favorite author comes out with a new title again! We have you covered! We also have a variety of theme options if you are looking to add a new author to your lineup! New titles coming to Simply Held in October are as follows:

New Fiction Titles:
Diverse Debuts: Masquerade by O.O. Sangoyomi
Graphic Novel: Pumpkinheads by Rainbow Rowell
Historical Fiction: The Unicorn Woman by Gayl Jones
International Fiction: Aednan by Linnea Axelsson 

New Nonfiction Titles:
Biographies: Ben & Me: In Search of a Founder’s Formula for a Long and Useful Life by Eric Weiner
Cookbooks: The Feel Good Foodie Cookbook: 125 Recipes Enhanced With Mediterranean Flavors by Ymuna Jawad & Julia Clancy
Social Justice: Demystifying Disability: What to Know, What to Say, and How to Be an Ally by Emily Ladau
True Crime: Among the Bros: A Fraternity Crime Story by Max Marshall

 


New and Upcoming Mystery Titles

An exciting fall of new mystery releases is almost upon usThere are some additions to some series favorites and some debuts as wellVisit our website for a full list of reading recommendations, including the newest titles on our shelves. 

What Time the Sexton’s Spade Doth Rust by Alan Bradley   
The More the Terrier by David Rosenfelt  
The Grey Wolf  by Louise Penny
Killing Time by M. C. Beaton
A Messy Murder by Simon Brett
Brew Unto Others by Sandra Balzo


Celebrate Techies Day on October 3rd with our TechKnow Collection

The Library has a wide variety of Tech Know items available for check out! These items check out for one week and do not renew. Check out the wide variety of gadgets below that can be found at each location. Visit our LibGuide to learn more about our collection and how to access them!


What Our Hosts Read In September

Brittany’s Reads:
The Housekeeper’s Secret by Iona Grey narrated by Shakira Shute and Raphael Corkhill
Cross the Line by Simone Soltani
A Bánh for Two by Trinity Nguyen and narrated by Carolina Do and VyVy Nguyen 
White Smoke by Tiffany D. Jackson and narrated by Marcella Cox
The Summer Pact by Emily Giffin
The Girl from Widow Hills by Megan Miranda and narrated by Rebekkah Ross 

 

 

Beth’s Reads:
The Office BFFs: Tales of The Office from Two Best Friends Who Were There by Jenna Fischer and Angela Kinsey
Let’s Talk About It: The Teen’s Guide to Sex, Relationships, and Being a Human by Erika Moen and Matthew Nolan
Tumble by Celia C. Perez

Stephanie’s Reads:
Young Mungo by Douglas Stuart
Expiration Dates by Rebecca Serle, narrated by Julia Whelan
Weyward by Emilia Hart, narrated by Aysha Kala, Helen Keeley, and Nell Barlow
How to Keep House While Drowning by KC Davis
Everyone Here is Lying by Shari Lapena, narrated by January LaVoy
The Last Murder at the End of the World by Stuart Turton, narrated by James Cameron Stewart
The Lonely Hearts Book Club by Lucy Gilmore
Good Bad Girl by Alice Feeney, narrated by Katherine Press and Stephanie Racine


If you would like to listen to our episode, it can be found wherever you get your podcasts. If you prefer listening on the web, it can be found here!

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