*Book: Not a Happy Family

We are excited to bring you this brand-new thriller from Canadian author Shari Lapena. If you’ve read her other work, you know you are in for a fantastic read!

Family is at the center of this novel. After Fred and Sheila Mercer are killed, their children are set to inherit millions. Are they responsible? What secrets does this family have to hide?

What is in the box?

*Summer Fun Mix – Bon Bon Gummies – We know you will find this mix the perfect summer snack while enjoying your novel. 

*Garden Party or Bradshaw Mix – Fuse & Sip – Get ready to fall in love with this fantastic drink mix. Your infusion kit is made of 100% natural ingredients, is free of any additives, and can be made with alcohol or water. Get ready to enjoy a fun cocktail or mocktail.

Frankenstein – Mary Shelley – We love to surprise our subscribers with an occasional two-novel box. We chose the classic novel Frankenstein (1818) as a thoughtful and suspenseful summer read. Written as a Ghost Story, Frankenstein’s themes and messages still ring true today.

*Sunglasses Sunshine Bookmark – Crafted Van – Channel your summer cool with this sunny bookmark. Sure to bring a smile to your face even when reading the really suspenseful parts! 

Bottle Candle – Fred – The perfect spooky light to add to your favourite wine bottle. Voila! Instant ambiance.

Spy Glass Bookmark - *If – A useful and a fun addition to any suspense read. Will this spyglass help you uncover the truth?

Ouch Toothpick Holder – Fred – Take your charcuterie tray to the next level with this conversation-starting toothpick holder.

Author Letter – A special letter just for Sweet Reads subscribers!

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Book: The Invisible Husband of Frick Island

A book to bring you seaside to a small crab fishing town with a host of characters to fall in love with. The story of Piper Parrish and her beloved husband Tom. Piper believes that Tom is still alive and going through life with her and the people of Frick Island support her in this belief. Enter a ambitious young journalist and you have an imaginatively captivating story. Perfect for the beach, the dock or the deck. A great seaside read.

What is in the box?

*Coconut Cashews – Handfuel – We promise these cashews will have you dreaming of tropical locations. We best you can’t eat just one!

*Coco-Lime Margarita Mix – Gourmet du Village – A tasty Margarita mix to enjoy in the summer. You can make it with or without alcohol.

8Hummingbird Napkins – Native Northwest – Perfect for a poolside escape or a light summer lunch. We love these napkins designed by a Canadian Indigenous artist.

*Beach Babe Sugar Scrub – Walton Wood - Get your skin beach ready with this deliciously scented scrub

Sandal Wipes – If your sandals need a freshen up after a day at the beach, or a year in the closet these handy wipes will have them back to new in no time.

Vacay Mode Key Chain – Slant Accessories – Bring the summer vibes all year long with this beachy vacation key chain.

Just Chill Acrylic Cup – Slant Accessories – Fun in the sun is guaranteed to make you thirsty. Bring this reusable cup along to enjoy your drink beach/pool side.

Watermelon Cleanser 2 in 1 Makeup Remover/Cleanser – Dr. Botanicals – The ideal summer scent for rinsing off after a day outside. We love this double duty cleanser and makeup remover. Great for sunscreen removal!

Author Letter – Colleen Oakley – A special letter just for our subscribers by the author. We just love these letters and hope you do too!

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*Book: Find You First by Linwood Barclay  

A riveting thriller by one of Canada’s best crime/psychological suspense authors. A story of greed, depravity and deception Find You First is a thrilling mystery that builds in excitement until the end. We found the story to be unique, engaging, compelling and also funny. 

What is in the box?

*Caramels – Three Foragers Bee Co – Delicious handmade caramels by the amazing people at Three Foragers in Saskatoon. A treat to savour while enjoying your novel.

*Otonabee Espresso – Rapids End – A beautiful blend of Columbian, Brazilian and Ethiopian coffee. You will love this deep espresso with tasting notes of dark chocolate/cacao.

*Handsome Chap Lip Balm – Walton Wood Farms – A wonderfully smooth lip balm with a vanilla and whiskey scent. Great for use in any season.

Cleaning Putty – Kikkerland – Whether you want to clean your laptop, keyboard, car console and more this cleaning putty has hundreds of uses. Picks up dirt and dust wherever it goes.

*The Canadian Hand Rescue – Walton Wood Farms – A favourite in our household, The Canadian smells like Canada and is ‘softer than your favourite plaid jacket.’   

Sneaker Wipes – Boot Rescue + - All-Natural sneaker cleaning wipes that are great for your sneakers but also work on fabric, leather, mesh or suede. Scuffs and stains will be a thing of the past.

*Mustard Soak – Walton Wood Farms – The ultimate care for tired, achy muscles/feet. Use as a bath soak or foot soak. A unique blend of Epson Salt, Mustard and Essential Oils (Eucalyptus, Peppermint & Rosemary) designed to ease pain and inflammation. 

Signed Author Book Plates and Letter – Gifts from the author for our Sweet Readers. 

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Book: Love Songs for Skeptics

We chose this fun rom-com for our Valentine’s Box this year. We hope you enjoy this warm-hearted feel-good read about love, and music. With each chapter the title of a love song, we definitely sung along to our favourites as we read. An entertaining and humorous story sure to lighten your February days.

What is in the box? 

*Strawberries and Prosecco Chocolate – Centre and Main Chocolate Co. – Nothing says romance like strawberries and chocolate, or strawberries and bubbly – this chocolate bar brings the best of all three together.

*Hot Chocolate – Gourmet du Village – One of our favourite hot chocolates. One for you and one to share.

*Significant Otter Socks – Socksmith – We thought these adorable sea otter pairs were perfect for Valentine’s and beyond.

*Sweet Hearts Mug – Danica – How could we not include this perfect mug? Reminiscent of your candy heart trading days this mug can be kept for yourself or passed along to a loved one.

You’re the X to my O – Knock Knock – A beautiful book of fun illustrations describing the perfect partnership.

Thoughtfuls – Compendium – We love these little love notes. Perfect for writing a short note, including in a card or reminding yourself that love is all around.

*Love You Hand Rescue – Walton Wood – The best-selling and most delicious smelling hand cream is back. When we saw this new scent, we wanted to send some vanilla hugs to you!

*Pink Cherry Donut – Allen Wick Candles – Yum! The word we would use to describe the smell of this dessert inspired candle.

*You’re The Icing To My Cupcake Card – I’ll Know It When I See It – Share the love with this card to give to your love, bff or family member.

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Our Summer Suspense was full of summer suspense, and all things summer! 

The box included:

Novel: Dark August

When looking for our Summer Suspense book choice we read a number of titles in the genre but Dark August stood out from the rest. The story is captivating, unpredictable and engaging. A stunning debut novel perfect for summer nights.

What is in the box?

*Pineapple Coconut Mojito Mix – Gourmet du Village – A delicious drink mix packed with the flavors of summer. Delicious made with or without Rum. 

*Salt & Pepper and Sweet Potato Chips – Covered Bridge – The perfect salty snack – a bit of sweet and spicy to crunch on through the really suspenseful parts!

*Hello Sunshine Spatula – Now Designs – A summery addition to your kitchen that will remind you of the summer rays long after summer days are over.

Glass Reusable Straws – Kikkerland – Our favourite reusable straws that ensure you are staying green while sipping your favourite beverage.

*Lay-Flat Notebook – Danica Studio – Journal or take notes without worrying about breaking the spine with this eclipse patterned notebook. Great for taking notes on your own cold-case assignment.

Waterproof Glow-in-the-Dark Playing Cards – Kikkerland – Take your next camping trip, outdoor adventure or game night to a whole other level with these special glow-in-the-dark cards that are waterproof. Charge them up, turn out the lights and play!

Ex Libris Bookplates – Galison – A book lender’s favorite item. These literary inspired bookish sticker bookplates are just the item you need for your home library.

Clothespin Photo Holder – Kikkerland – A polaroid photo is a key item in Dark August. We included this fun and colorful photo holder wire for you to display your favorite summer memories.

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Limited Edition Spring Thriller Box - March 2020

Why The Hunting Party?

We know our readers love Thrillers and we cannot wait for you to enjoy this fast-paced mystery from Lucy Foley. Fresh off the press we love the way this novel gathers together a group of old college friends for a gathering at an old Scottish estate. It is the perfect setting for a murder.

For this box we focused on the genre of Thriller/Suspense instead of tying directly to the novel. We hope you love this Special Edition Box!

What’s in the box?

*Dark Roast Coffee – Kyoto Coffee – What would a Thriller novel be without a dark brew? Perfect for drinking during scary late night read. 

*Cinnamon Toast Popcorn – Toronto Popcorn Co. – Perfect for snacking and reading. This popcorn brings a little sweet to your reading experience.

Love Potion Ring Bath Bomb – Pearl Bath Bombs – A fantastic bath bomb + a stylish ring? Sign us up! We love the dark and mysterious colour of this one. We love this element of magic in your bathtub – perfect for Me Time.

Sorry, Not Sorry – Socksmith – While we hope you will not be using this expression for murder, we felt it was the perfect sentiment for whatever bad choices you are making.

*Diamond Mug – Danica Studio – A stylish mug with a trendy colour palette. Perfect for drinking coffee at a Scottish estate.

Thriller Book Sticker – Red Bubble – A fun vinyl sticker to adorn your laptop or book cart. Drawn by an independent artist to capture the love of Thriller novels.

*Reading Notes – Sweet Reads Box – We created this custom notebook for all of your reading notes. Whether it is your TBR list, your favourite quotes or your reading list we hope you love this handy notebook. Do not forget to tag us in your social posts!

*Sweet Reads Box Pen – Sweet Reads Box – Pairs well with your notebook!

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