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• Icarus

  Ancrum, K. (Kayla), 1991-

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  Meagan H.L.: "This gorgeous reimagining of the myth of Icarus follows a young art thief who has spent his life in service of his father’s elaborate revenge scheme against one man. The prose is lyrical and beautifully written and the story itself…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• On a Mushroom Day

  Baker, Chris (Author of On a mushroom day)

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  Susan U.: "Nicely illustrated and informative. Take a walk in the woods after and rain and discover the wonders of the fungi kingdom."

• Headshot

  Bullwinkel, Rita

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  Jenny P.: "This isn’t a perfect book, but it is one that I can’t stop thinking about. Bullwinkel’s observations about the lives of her characters land hard and fast, just like the punches they deliver and endure. So good."

• Beetlejuice Beetlejuice

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  Tommy I.: "A fun follow-up to the original."

• The Storm We Made

  Chan, Vanessa

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  Alexandria R.: "A historical fiction family saga set in Malaysia during the Japanese Occupation, which is a setting that I was unfamiliar with."

• Kindling

  Chee, Traci

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  Meagan H.L.: "A brutal exploration of war, violence, PTSD, and colonialism inspired by the iconic film, Seven Samurai. This raw, heart-wrenching fantasy, told in second-person narration, is unlike anything I’ve read before. While not necessarily an…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Fox Wife

  Choo, Yangsze

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  Liz G.: "This is the best book that I read in 2024. Choo’s novel, set in early 1900’s Manchuria, is part detective story, folktale and multigenerational family saga. Beautiful, sad, and full of rich imagery."

• Heartless Hunter

  Ciccarelli, Kristen

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  Jenna B.: "A witch and witch hunter falling in love, what could go wrong?"

• Toxic

  Women, Fame, and the Tabloid 2000s

  Ditum, Sarah

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  Jenny P.: "Britney, Paris, Janet…their stories and the stories of six other female celebrities are re-examined in this compelling post-mortem on the tabloid culture of the early aughts."

• Polar Vortex

  a Family Memoir

  Dorrance

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  Shawna D.: "This graphic novel paints a heartbreaking and relatable story of the love between a mother and daughter as the mom slips deeper into dementia. Warning: have your tissues handy."

• The People's Joker

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  Le B.: "This off-kilter coming-of-age story is equal parts hilarious, bizarre, and profoundly moving."

• The Spellshop

  Durst, Sarah Beth

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  Lilianne F.: "A wonderfully cozy read with a very sweet romance. Perfect for reading in a big comfy chair with a nice cup of something warm. I especially loved all the yummy food!"

• A Tempest of Tea

  Faizal, Hafsah

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  Jasmine C.: "This book was like a vampiric Six of Crows. The motley crew of characters aren't afraid to be morally grey to find their success--and their revenge."

• We Are Definitely Human

  Fang, X.

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  Susan U.: "Fun and funny book but also poignant--about treating others kindly."

• On Call

  a Doctor's Journey in Public Service

  Fauci, Anthony S., 1940-

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  Alexandria R.: "Well-written telling of several public health scares the United States has faced over the years. I highly recommend the audiobook (available on Libby), which he reads. His recounting of his service with patients in the AIDS epidemic…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Not Nothing

  Forman, Gayle

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  Sheila G.: "I love how we can learn about life and ourselves so much through intergenerational socializing, even if we are forced to in the beginning such as Alex is in this book."

• The Countryside

  Ten Rural Walks Through Britain and Its Hidden History of Empire

  Fowler, Corinne

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  Theresa P.: "Thought-provoking and engaging, this book is filled with beautiful descriptions of the British countryside intertwined with the hidden colonial histories that have affected landscapes around the world, and the way those histories still…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Civil War

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  Courtney R.: "You think you know where this story will go, but then it twists around on you mid-movie. It has a great and thoughtful plot that really creates a thought provoking storyline. It is a great movie to watch with friends and gather for a…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Coming Home

  Griner, Brittney

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  Annie B.: "The WNBA star writes about being arrested on drug charges in Russia, her experiences as a prisoner and the efforts it took to finally bring her home. Her memoir is an incredible story of love, strength and resilience in the face of…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Life Impossible

  Haig, Matt, 1975-

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  Scott S.: "This is a worthy follow-up to The Midnight Library. It is a fantastical story of learning to defy and overcome the limitations that we place upon ourselves. The book uses just the right amount of magical realism to keep the story going…Read moreRead more of this annotation