JUNE 2016 STAFF READING SUGGESTIONS







GEORGE'S GRAND TOUR 
by Caroline Vermalle 

A sweet, heartwarming story of 83-year-old George and his elderly neighbor Charles, who decide to live out a dream and follow the Tour de France route in a car trip. George's granddaughter Adele learns of their scheme and forces George to get a cellphone and text her daily. The resulting novel is both funny and poignant. Vermalle has written a beautiful travelogue and lovely story of friendship.
-Laura Skinner




THE GIRLS
by Emma Cline

A thought provoking coming of age story. Evie is looking for a place to be accepted and finds herself drawn into a soon to be infamous cult.  This novel really gets into the mind of a 
14-year-old teenage girl.
-Maxwell Gregory





TRIBE: ON HOMECOMING AND BELONGING
by Sebastian Junger

I loved Sebastian Junger's new book. Tribe examines what we can learn from tribal societies about loyalty and belonging and why we are stronger when we come together. Junger emphasizes the problems facing war veterans and offers up an interesting solution.
-Kathy Petray







HOMEGOING 
by Yaa Gyasi  


A brilliant debut novel set in Ghana and, eventually, America, about two half-sisters and their "branches split from the same tree". Esi is sold into slavery and Effia is married to a British slave trader, living in the castle under which Esi is imprisoned. Each chapter is told by a different descendant of the sisters and leaves you wanting more of each character as their stories play out. The writing is fantastic and I couldn't put it down. DO NOT MISS!
-Di Grumhaus







SOFT IN THE HEAD 
by Marie-Sabine Roger

A heartwarming, humorous story about 45-year-old Germain, an illiterate, working man who meets 85-year-old Margueritte while sitting on a park bench. The unusual friendship that blossoms celebrates the joy of reading and the power of friendship. A perfect read on a summer's day.
-Laura Skinner





THE GIRLS IN THE GARDEN
by Lisa Jewell

Lisa Jewell's new book is the story of dark secrets, a devastating mystery and games both children and adults play. Set in London in a picturesque communal garden square where children run free, fans of domestic thrillers will enjoy this fast paced novel which will leave readers questioning how well they know their neighbors!
-Kathy Petray





SWEETBITTER
by Stephanie Danler

The fictional story of the contemporary lifestyle and romance of the kitchen help from the eyes of the waitstaff of a famous New York restaurant.  Gritty summer read that I highly recommend!
-Diana Wettermann




IF I FORGET YOU 
by Thomas Christopher Greene

We've all read this story before; two young lovers forcibly separated that meet again by chance on a New York street 20 years later. What makes this book so special was the beautiful language and the author's way with description of time and place. A twist at the end always helps too! I was captivated from the beginning and read it one day. Don't miss this one by the author of The Headmaster's Wife.
-Di Grumhaus


...AND NEW TO PAPERBACK




THE LAKE HOUSE
by Kate Morton

New to our "table" - Perfect for fans of suspense and thrillers!
-Staff







THE ROCKS
by Peter Nichols


Secrets, parallel relationships and romance gather together here for another great summer beach read!
-Staff




VILLA AMERICA
by Liza Klaussmann

The setting is the 1920's French Riviera where "Villa America" becomes the destination for artists and writers. Historical fiction based on the Murphy family and their home used for inspiration in Tender is the Night by F. Scott Fitzgerald.
-Staff

What We're Reading For Kids




MIDDLE GRADE:

ELEVEN AND HOLDING
by Mary Penney


This is a great choice for girls who liked The Secret Hum of a Daisy or The Meaning of Maggie. 11 year old Macy has a birthday just days away, but she doesn't want to turn 12 without her dad there to celebrate. He's been gone for months working on a secret project since being discharged from the Marines. Macy goes in search of her dad, makes a new friend, and discovers that knowing the truth can carry a heavy burden. This is a story about love, loss and new beginnings.
-Molly Forlow





MIDDLE GRADE:

WHEN FRIENDSHIP FOLLOWED ME HOME 
by Paul Griffin 

A former foster child dealing with loss, love, friendship, reading and the companionship of a scruffy dog. Unfortunately Ben has learned that not everything lasts but Flip, his canine friend, who helps him understand the hard truths and come out on the other side. Loved it!
-Di Grumhaus

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