• 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

  • Historical Non-fiction, Non-Fiction

    The Last Royal Rebel

    The Last Royal Rebel

    by Anna Keay

    "An engaging, accessible survey of Restoration England. Timothée Chalamet meets the British Nobility!"

    -- DJ, Library Specialist

  • Historical Fiction, Women's Fiction

    The Many Daughters of Afong Moy

    by Jamie Ford

    "Jamie Ford weaves narratives together between multiple time periods, and multiple characters yet you never feel lost. I couldn't put this down! "

    -- Jake, Communications Coordinator

  • Non-Fiction

    Book Cover for "The Myth of Normal" by Gabor Mate

    The Myth of Normal

    by Gabor Maté

    "An insightful look at the causes of illness - understanding trauma and the connections to physical health."

    -- Susie, Library Director

  • Fiction

    Book Cover of "Saturday Night Ghost Club" by Craig Davidson

    The Saturday Night Ghost Club

    by Craig Davidson

    "There's so much more to this book than you'd assume by its cover. It is easily one of my favorites! An adult brain surgeon is reflecting on spooky childhood experiences and reveals how vulnerable our minds can be!"

    -- Jess, Bookmobile Coordinator

  • Mystery, Science Fiction

    The Spare Man

    by Mary Robinette Kowal

    "A cozy mystery on a luxury spaceship. I loved this glittering high-society adventure--with cocktails and an adorable service dog. "

    -- Susie, Library Director

  • Historical Non-fiction

    Book Cover, "The Wager: A Tale of Shipwreck, Mutiny and Murder" by David Grann

    The Wager: A Tale of Shipwreck, Mutiny and Murder

    by David Grann

    "A historical thriller, suspenseful and engaging. David Grann is a master storyteller, drawing on a trove of firsthand accounts."

    -- Debbie, Library Specialist

  • Non-Fiction, Self Help

    The Way of Zen by Alan Watts book cover

    The Way of Zen

    by Alan Watts

    "Watts' conversational style of explaining the Zen lifestyle/mindset shines throughout this title. If you've never studied Zen before, or if you've been practicing for years, you will undoubtedly find something in this title that will speak to you. It's been called "the most explicit and orderly account of Zen Buddhism that has appeared in English." "

    -- Jake, Communications Coordinator

  • Fiction

    This Book is Full of Spiders: Seriously, Don’t Touch It

    by Jason Pargin

    "Warning: You may have a huge, invisible spider living in your skull. THIS IS NOT A METAPHOR.

    This book is hilariously written in a way that will keep you laughing the whole time. Its a fun ride and full of ridiculous scenarios and witty commentary.

    From Jason Pargin (writing under David Wong), the writer of the cult sensation John Dies at the End, comes another terrifying and hilarious tale of almost Armageddon at the hands of two hopeless heroes."

    -- Caitlyn, Custodian