or, my new favorite book!
I can’t imagine the bravery it took to write such a personal story. The book is written from sixth grade Rex’s point of view and provides a unique and unflinching look at how children are affected by poverty. The amount of work it takes to be poor is often overlooked or even worse, dismissed.
Read MoreI absolutely adore this story and I can’t wait to add it the Library’s collection. It has all the elements of a great middle grade read-friendships, bullies, finding yourself, family secrets-it’s all here.
Read MoreThe Downstairs Girl is a fast paced, well written story that tackles racism and sexism while providing an important insight into our nation’s history. Jo is smart and ambitious and doesn’t let anything stop her from reaching her goal. I loved how she never backed down and always did what she felt was right. Jo’s strength and determination was a great contrast to the sullen and snobbish Caroline.
Read MoreThis book was such a warm hug after reading a series of heavier topics. The writing was well done, the characters were well developed, and you could smell the pie being served at the diner.
Read MoreThe best part of Wilder Girls? It's Rory Power's debut novel. I can't wait to see what she comes up with next.
Read MoreThis book swept me away to a far off space station that was inhabited by intriguing and compelling characters. Fast paced, richly detailed, and beautifully written, The Sol Majestic should be on the list of every science fiction reader.
Read MoreAvailable August 13, 2019
I've got a thing for firefighters-hell, I married one. With the Hubs being our local Chief and the station across the street from us, I'm constantly surrounded by them and it seems, constantly cooking for them. When I came across Things You Save in a Fire by Katherine Center, I was instantly intrigued. A story about firefighters with a female lead? Yes please!
Cassie is a fulltime firefighter and loves her job. Loves the rules, the toughness, the exhaustion and the adrenaline. When she learns her estranged mother has taken ill, and she's forced out of her job-epic scene by the way-Cassie packs her bags and moves in with her mother. Proving herself to the new department is just as tough as she believed it would be and the older crew members are incredibly resistant to new ideas. When she realizes that the other new recruit, the son of a former firefighter is also starting alongside her, Cassie finds herself babysitting the new guy and taking over all of his training. The new guy also happens to be crazy hot and completely off limits-no dating crew members. Balancing her work life with her reluctant duties as daughter is more draining than she believed it would be. Just when Cassie begins to get her groove, an accident at work pits her against the rest of the crew and puts Cassie's job in jeopardy.
I really enjoyed this one. All the antics and hazing that went on in the department were really funny and Cassie took it all in stride. Any time her ability was slightly questioned-Cassie proved herself. I really liked Cassie-she's smart and tough but she also has the world's biggest chip on her shoulder. This affects her relationship with everyone, especially her mother. Even at her hardest, and sometimes most annoying, Cassie is a great character and I really enjoyed reading her story.
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A dark and thrilling tale of obsession and greed
Read MoreIf you have plans to hit an escape room anytime soon-you must read this book first! Full of twists, turns, and a heavy dose of revenge, The Escape Room will keep you enthralled from beginning to end.
When four highly successful Wall Street financial analysts find themselves called to an emergency meeting, no one questions the time or location. When it becomes clear that their elevator isn't taking them to the appropriate floor, the four realize it must be an escape room type exercise to determine who will remain employed at their prestigious firm. Working in such a ruthless career field where each person is only focused on their own success, the four are unable to work together to solve the mysteries given to them by their enigmatic captor. Can they solve the riddles before time runs out?
This book comes with a few caveats-you need to suspend belief and just enjoy the ride. While there were a few points where I found myself saying out loud, "Seriously?!?", overall, this is a great revenge story and I really enjoyed it. It's difficult to tell more about the plot without giving away all the surprises, but just know that each character plays a vital part in the story and no one is as they seem. I found the plot moved very quickly and it wrapped up with a very satisfying ending.
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Theme Music is one of the most banapants books I’ve read this year. When Dixie Wheeler’s family home comes up for sale, she jumps on the chance to buy it back. But Dixie’s house is a stigmatized property; it’s the house where her father brutally murdered her entire family when she was only 1 year old.
Read MoreComing out, loss, loneliness, religion, betrayal and jealousy can all be found within the pages of this short but powerful collection. Compelling and engaging, We Love Anderson Cooper will stay on your mind long after you leave it’s pages.
I absolutely loved this book. Well written, with interesting characters and the ability to transport you through time, it would be a great choice for lovers of witchcraft and America’s occult history.
Read MoreAsk Again, Yes is one of the most emotionally devastating books I’ve read in a long time. I spent the majority of the book crying my eyes out for characters that I just met and woke the next day to an intense book hangover and puffy eyes.
Grady has found a crack in the wall—a crack to the outside world. But all he knows about life outside the compound comes from books, magazines, and a photograph of a creature that no longer exists. Things change when he meets a girl with raspberry-yellow hair, and a secret that could lead them to a world beyond the walls. A world where their abilities could change everything … or lead them both to ruin.
Gods of Jade and Shadow was my introduction to Mexican mythology and I couldn’t have asked for a more beautifully written guide. Full of magic and mystery, Gods of Jade and Shadow was an engrossing and thrilling read that kept me captivated from start to finish.
Read MoreI loved this book! It’s such a juicy and thrilling look into the lives of the wealthy-and wanna be wealthy-suburban families that base their success on the performance of their children. Private horse riding lessons, elite soccer clubs, special STEM classes, and even college courses are a typical daily activity for these gifted and privileged children. But what does it really take to get your kids into these programs? A large donation? Maybe knowing someone on the board? What do you do when you have multiple children and only one is able to make the cut?
Who has the time for any of this nonsense?
Read MoreWhat do you get when you combine Jack and the Beanstalk with Sleeping Beauty and throw in a twist? You get an exciting adventure full of giants, secrets societies, and friendship.
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