• Fantasy, Fiction

    Mefisto in Onyx

    by Harlan Ellison

    "A short, character driven novella great for an evening's read. A man is asked by his friend to interview a serial killer on death row because, though she successfully prosecuted him for multiple murders, she now is convinced of his innocence. ...but in a typical Harlan Ellison manner, there is a twist to the story."

    -- Trevor, Library Clerk

  • Mystery

    Murder in an Irish Bookshop

    by Carlene O'Connor

    "Set in Kilbane, Ireland, this story features Siobhan O'Sullivan and Macdara Flannery, two engaged gardas. A new bookstore is opened by an eccentric owner, who only stocks literature. He hosts an event for rising Irish authors. One of the more abrasive authors is found dead in the back of the bookstore, and Siobhan & Macdara are tasked with solving the crime. "

    -- Tina, Library Specialist

  • Fantasy

    Nettle & Bone by T. Kingfisher

    Nettle & Bone

    by T. Kingfisher

    "This new fairy-tale follows Marra on her quest to save her older sister from an evil prince- along the way, she acquires new friends, new love, a bone dog, and the hope that maybe, just maybe, she can be the hero her family needs."

    -- Isa, Tech Services Clerk

  • Historical Fiction

    Sisters of the Resistence

    by Christine Wells

    "Paris, 1944: The war is nearly over, but for members of the Resistance in occupied France, it is more dangerous than ever before. Twenty-five-year-old Gabby Foucher loathes the Nazis, though as the concierge of 10 rue Royale, she does her best to avoid conflict--unlike her bolder sister Yvette, who finds trouble at every turn."

    -- Treva, Collection Development Librarian

  • Young Adult Fiction

    So You Want to Be a Wizard

    by Diane Duane

    "The is the first in a series of books following two young children and their discovery of magic and its hidden world. "

    -- Charlie, Library Clerk

  • Poetry, Young Adult Fiction

    bookcover for "Starfish" by Lisa Fipps

    Starfish

    by Lisa Fipps

    "A short, powerful book. A great read for anyone who has ever felt like they take up too much space. It proves there is room for everyone!Ian, Resource Sharing Coordinator"

    -- Ian, Resource Sharing Coordinator

  • Science Fiction

    Book cover for "System Collapse" by Martha Wells

    System Collapse

    by Martha Wells

    "The latest book in Martha's Murderbot Diaries series is a spectacular entry in a spectacular series full of Murderbot's iconic snark. This is a book that changed my brain chemistry!"

    -- Reed, Library Specialist

  • Historical Fiction

    The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon book cover

    The Frozen River

    by Ariel Lawhon

    "Set in Maine, 1789, this story is about a murder mystery & all of the subplots surrounding it. Based on a real life midwife named Martha Ballard, this novel is full of intrigue & suspense."

    -- Tina, Library Specialist

  • Fiction

    The Goldfinch

    by Donna Tartt

    "A remarkable read; part coming-of-age story, part mystery, part rumination on the value of a human life versus the value of art. It is also about loss and grief and loyalty. One of my personal favorites."

    -- Ian, RSC/Bookmobile Driver

  • Fiction

    The Invention of Wings

    by Sue Monk Kidd

    "A breaktaking tale from two different perspectives during a very difficult time in American history. "

    -- Sarah, Community Engagement Coordinator