A forbidden book club,
dangerous secrets,
and the women who dare to
break free.

COMING AUGUST 26, 2025

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About Madeline

Madeline Martin is the New York Times and internationally bestselling author of historical fiction and historical romance with books translated into over twenty-five languages. She lives in sunny Florida with her husband (known as Mr. Awesome), two amazing daughters, and two very spoiled cats.

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About The Secret Book Society

London, 1895: Trapped by oppressive marriages and societal expectations, three women receive a mysterious invitation to an afternoon tea at the home of the reclusive Lady Duxbury. Beneath the genteel facade of the gathering lies a secret book club—a sanctuary where they can discover freedom, sisterhood, and the courage to rewrite their stories.

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The Keeper of Hidden Books is available as an audiobook. Narrated by Saskia Maarleveld.

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“Readers will be on the edge of their seats… A brilliant tale of resistance, courage and ultimately hope.” 

—Kelly Rimmer, New York Times bestselling author of The Warsaw Orphan on The Book Lover's Library

“The Booklover’s Library is a quiet little jewel of a war-time novel...Madeline Martin always delivers!" 

–Kate Quinn, bestselling author of The Phoenix Crown

"A spectacularly well-researched and well-plotted tale of World War II, motherhood, and the solace we find in books...I loved every page." 

–Kristin Harmel, New York Times bestselling author of The Paris Daughter on The Book Lover's Library

“Madeline Martin immerses us in the expertly rendered and fascinating worlds of Lisbon and Lyon during the war as we follow the stories of two brave women who are willing to risk everything for the cause of freedom. Uplifting, inspiring and suspenseful, this is one to savour!" 

–Natasha Lester, New York Times bestselling author of The Riviera House

“The wartime ambience in both Lisbon and Lyon and the thoroughly fascinating story of the IDC will please all lovers of WWII espionage."

—Booklist

“During times of crisis, who can deny the comfort of books and reading? Deftly written, and testament to survival in a challenging time, this book is a soothing and reassuring read." 

—Library Journal

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Coming Soon!

A Time of Witches is a dual timeline set in 1645 as witch trials swept through England and in the present day, told from the points of view of two women witches from the same family, connected by a spell transcending centuries, and the young woman in the present day must use her powers to change the course of history and save her ancestor's life.

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