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AMERICAN FIRE: LOVE, ARSON, AND LIFE IN A VANISHING LAND
by Monica Hesse
Washington Post reporter Monica Hesse went to Accomack County, Virginia to cover a series of arsons on the once wealthy Eastern Shore. What she discovered there makes for a total page turner. True crime, twisted love affair, courtroom drama and the compelling stories of the firefighters and law enforcement officials that worked tirelessly to solve these "victimless crimes". I found the psychology of arson to be particularly interesting.
-Di Grumhaus
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THE HEART'S INVISIBLE FURIES
by John Boyne
The Heart's Invisible Furies by John Boyne is a big, beautiful, sweeping novel full of pain and joy, family and seismic social change. Through tears and laughter, the life of Cyril Avery unfolds in 7-year increments from 1945 to 2015 and travels from Ireland to Amsterdam to New York City and back again to Dublin. Packed with marvelous characters that share Cyril's life and journey of unbelievable loss and love, this story is truly going to be one of the biggest books of the year. From the author of The Absolutist and The Boy in the Striped Pajamas this is a novel to savor and will leave you feeling inordinately hopeful about the future. I only wish I could read it again for the first time.
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HOW TO BEHAVE IN A CROWD
by Camille Bordas
Quirky, ultra intelligent, introverted kids struggle emotionally when they suffer a loss, none thrown off balance more than the youngest. But his openness and vulnerability are just what the rest of the family needs. Beautifully written, with humor and depth by native Frenchwoman Camille Bordas - you'd never know it's her first novel written in English.
-Beth Mynhier |
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THE HISTORY OF BEES
by Maja Lunde
A thought-provoking novel of our relationships with our family and with nature. Lunde intertwines the narratives of a biologist in England from 1852, who struggles against himself and his peers to create a new beehive, while overlooking the one family member who listens and supports him, his daughter. The uniting theme that sticks with you is that in crisis, there is always hope. A powerful read!
-Maxwell Gregory
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GLASS HOUSES
by Louise Penny
(releases August 29, 2017)
I love this author and her writing! In Glass Houses, Inspector Gamache finally becomes head of the Surete de Quebec and is overwhelmed by the extent of the drug trade in Canada. With historical references to ancient Spanish "debt collectors" and the "court of conscience", Louise Penny once again has written a fantastic mystery.
-Lisa Dietrich
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MORNINGSTAR: GROWING UP WITH BOOKS
by Ann Hood
I loved Ann Hood's story of her love affair with books so much that I can't wait to buy a hardcover copy in August so I can reread and underline it . . . and keep it on my shelf forever.
-Ann Walters
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THE BURNNG GIRL
by Claire Messud
(releases August 29, 2017)
Messud has a great way of getting inside a young girl's head. I have enjoyed Messud's prior novels and this one did not disappoint! The Burning Girl is the story of the intricacies of girl friendships in a contemporary setting in Massachusetts.
-Kathy Petray
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IF THE CREEK DON'T RISE
by Leah Weiss
This debut novel is set in rural Appalachia in 1970 and tells the story of those that live on Baines Creek and the massive challenges they face each day just to survive. A fabulous cast of characters, each offering a different perspective on the "holler" and the goings-on there. Heartbreaking, but hopeful, you won't soon forget this one! Perfect for your book club.
-Di Grumhaus
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THE HALF-DROWNED KING
by Linnea Hartsuyker
This action packed, sweeping epic is based on Norse folktales. Think Game of Thrones with Vikings! The first of a trilogy.
-Becca Skinner
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AT THE EXISTENTIALIST CAFE: FREEDOM, BEING, AND APRICOT COCKTAILS
by Sarah Bakewell
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LINCOLN'S NOTEBOOKS: LETTERS, SPEECHES, JOURNALS, AND POEMS
by Dan Tucker
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KEEP ME POSTED
by Lisa Beazley
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THE CHEMIST
by Stephenie Meyer
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YOUNG ADULT & MIDDLE SCHOOL SELECTIONS
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YOUNG ADULT:
THEY BOTH DIE AT THE END
by Adam Silvera
(releases September 5, 2017)
No premonitions are necessary in Silvera's newest high school age read. Set in an alternate, present-day NYC, Rufus and Mateo get their End Day call on the same day. The teens, whose paths otherwise may not ever have crossed, meet through an app called Last Friend. They spend their last day together, form a bond, and encourage each other to make the most of their last 24 hours. I really liked this story about friendship, courage, and a life well-lived.
-Molly Forlow
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MIDDLE SCHOOL:
REFUGEE
by Alan Gratz
Meet Josef, Isabel and Mahmoud; they are from Nazi Germany, Castro's Cuba and war-torn Syria and all are in search of refuge. They leave their home countries with their families to find safety and face incredible danger along the way. Historically accurate and timely, I highly recommend this for readers aged 10 and older.
-Di Grumhaus
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RESTART
by Gordon Korman
What if the nastiest bully in Middle School sustained a head injury and now had amnesia!?! Chase Ambrose doesn't remember all of the terrible things he did to his classmates, nor does he remember his football team friends. Can you really start over? Entertaining, meaningful, fast-paced read.
-Laura Skinner
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