Author: Ballinger, Barbara (Barbara B.), author. Crane, Margaret, author. Published: 2021 Call Number: 305.26 BALLINGE Format: Books Summary: "Not Dead Yet is the mantra of the current boomer population of 73 million who still think of themselves as young. This cohort is facing challenges as they age but are not content to throw in the towel on a full and rewarding life. The authors help readers face what's comes their way as they age with humor, optimism, energy, and honesty"--
Author: Bradby, Tom, author. Published: 2021 Call Number: F BRADBY Format: Books Summary: Kate Henderson is on vacation with her children in France, visiting her estranged husband when she receives an unwelcome visit from an old adversary: the UK Prime Minister. A Russian agent has come forward with news that the PM has been the victim of the greatest misinformation play in the history of MI6. It's run out of a special KGB unit that exists for one purpose alone: to process the intelligence from "Agent Dante," a mole right at the heart of MI6 in London. Kate is forced back into the fray in a top-secret, deeply flawed, and dangerous investigation. As she works through the case, Kate realizes that while she is investigating MI6 for moles, they are investigating her.
Author: Reitano, Gail, author. Published: 2021 Call Number: F REITANO Format: Books Summary: "In a rural New Jersey town, on the eve of WWII, young Marie Genovese looks out from her apartment window above the Five & Ten and wonders how she'll save the failing store she's inherited from her mother. Forced to bake for extra money, Marie dabbles in herbs, and hopes to change her fate. But when a herb-laced cake causes a wealthy local banker and Marie to fall in love, her troubles only compound-a family friend plots to take the store, her brother is involved in a fascist hate crime, and Marie becomes pregnant by her married lover. Enter the mysterious Aunt Ada from Italy, who brings a skill with herbs and knowledge of the family's Italian past. Soon Marie will face a choice: accept the protection of her wealthy lover, or defiantly break cultural norms by remaining independent. In a time similar to today, full of fear, economic uncertainty, and the controlling behavior of men, a powerful line of women, living and dead, helps Marie decide. ITALIAN LOVE CAKE is a story of a rare feminist awakening in 1939"--
Author: Perry, Carol J., author. Published: 2021 Call Number: F PERRY Format: Books Summary: "Maureen Doherty and her golden retriever Finn have taken possession of a charming old inn--only to discover that it's already possessed by tenants whose lease on life already ran out... Maureen's career as a sportswear buyer hits a snag just before Halloween, when the department store declares bankruptcy. Meanwhile, Finn's lost his way as a guide dog after flunking his test for being too friendly and easily distracted. Sadly, only one of them can earn unemployment, so Maureen's facing a winter of discontent in Boston when she realizes she can't afford her apartment. Salvation comes when she receives a mysterious inheritance: an inn in Haven, Florida. A quaint, scenic town on the Gulf of Mexico hidden away from the theme parks, Maureen believes it's a good place to make a fresh start with a new business venture. But she gets more than she bargained for when she finds a dead body on her property--and meets some of the inn's everlasting tenants in the form of ghosts who offer their otherworldly talents in order to help her solve the mystery..."-- Front jacket flap.
Author: Adams, Ellery, author. Published: 2021 Call Number: LP F ADAMS Format: Large print Summary: "Virginia is for lovers--and Storyton Hall is its best vacation spot for lovers of books. The big event this summer at Jane Steward's resort is A Bookish Cook-Off. It's a blend of the literary and the culinary--but someone's headed for the mortuary ... Six chefs are preparing to compete in an outdoor tent at Storyton Hall for prizes that will boost their careers--but is there someone who can't stand the heat? It looks that way when one of the contestants is found dead in a pantry packed with two centuries' worth of cookbooks, among other treasures and rarities. Could there be a connection to other recent events in town, like tampering with the costume of a local mascot? Jane isn't sure, but after someone serves a second course of murder, the kitchen must be closed and the killer must be found ..."--Provided by publisher.
Author: Harmel, Kristin, author. Published: 2021 Call Number: LP F HARMEL Format: Large print Summary: "After being stolen from her wealthy German parents and raised in the unforgiving wilderness of eastern Europe, a young woman finds herself alone in 1941 after her kidnapper dies. Her solitary existence is interrupted, however, when she happens upon a group of Jews fleeing the Nazi terror. Stunned to learn what's happening in the outside world, she vows to teach the group all she can about surviving in the forest - and in turn, they teach her some surprising lessons about opening her heart after years of isolation. But when she is betrayed and escapes into a German-occupied village, her past and present come together in a shocking collision that could change everything"--
Author: Woodward, Bob, 1943- author. Costa, Robert, 1985- author. Published: 2021 Call Number: 973.933 Format: Books Summary: Bob Woodward and Robert Costa cover the end of the Trump presidency and the early months of the Biden presidency. The transition from President Donald J. Trump to President Joseph R. Biden Jr. stands as one of the most dangerous periods in American history. Woodward and Costa take readers deep inside the Trump White House, the Biden White House, the 2020 campaign, and the Pentagon and Congress, with vivid, eyewitness accounts of what really happened. They also provide a look at Biden's presidency as he faces the challenges of a lifetime: the continuing deadly pandemic and millions of Americans facing soul-crushing economic pain, all the while navigating a bitter and disabling partisan divide, a world rife with threats, and the hovering, dark shadow of the former president. -- adapted from jacket
Author: Brown, Carolyn, 1948- author. Published: 2021 Call Number: LP F BROWN Format: Large print Summary: "Ever since childhood, Emma and Sophie were bound by a passion for painting. Like all young best friends, they promised to never lose touch. But the girls came from different worlds, and their paths diverged when Emma went to an elite college and Sophie worked her way through state school. After a decade they've reconnected, both in a time of need. Emma has been struggling with depression since her college years, and she's lost herself under the suffocating influence of her controlling and manipulative mother. Sophie, under pressure to prepare for an upcoming gallery show, whisks the fragile Emma away to a small artists' colony in south Texas. It's a raw and beautiful landscape where wildflowers bloom - and perhaps Emma can bloom there, too. In the company of such nurturing and creative strangers - especially Josh Corlen, the openhearted manager of the commune - Emma allows herself to breathe again. For Sophie and Emma, it's the perfect place for reflection and to finally share the secret burdens each has carried. Most of all it's a chance to rediscover their true selves and to make good on the old promise that their friendship would last forever"--Provided by publisher.
Author: Blasio, Jane, 1965- author. Published: 2021 Call Number: 362.8298 Format: Books Summary: "The shocking true story of a baby illegally sold at birth and her relentless journey to find her birth family, help fellow victims, and expose the hidden secrets of the Hicks Clinic"-- "From the 1940s through the 1960s, young pregnant women entered the front door of a clinic in a small North Georgia town. Sometimes their babies exited out the back, sold to northern couples who were desperate to hold a newborn in their arms. But these weren't adoptions--they were transactions. And one unethical doctor was exploiting other people's tragedies. Jane Blasio was one of those babies. At six, she learned she was adopted. At fourteen, she first saw her birth certificate, which led her to begin piecing together details of her past. Jane undertook a decades-long personal investigation not only to discover her own origins but to identify and reunite other victims of the Hicks Clinic human trafficking scheme. Along the way she became an expert in illicit adoptions, serving as an investigator and telling her story on every major news network. Taken at Birth is the remarkable account of her tireless quest for truth, justice, and resolution." -- Back cover.
Author: Gabhart, Ann H., 1947- author. Published: 2021 Call Number: LP F GABHART Format: Large print Summary: "Kentucky packhorse librarian Tansy Calhoun doesn't mind the rough trails and long hours as she serves her Appalachian mountain community during the Great Depression. Yet she longs to find love like the heroines in the books she loves. When a charming writer comes to town, she thinks she might have found it-- or is the perfect man actually closer than she thinks? Perdita Sweet has called these mountains home for so long that she's nearly as rocky as the soil around her small cabin. Long ago she thought she could love, but when the object of her affection up and married someone else, she stopped giving too much of herself away to others. As is so often the case, it's easier to see what's best for others than to see what's best for oneself, and Perdita knows who Tansy should choose, but why would anyone listen to the romantic advice of an old spinster?"--
Author: Miller, Kenneth D., 1956- author. Camp, Melissa, 1978- author. Steligo, Kathy, author. Published: 2021 Call Number: 616.9944 Format: Books Summary: "Providing comprehensive, current, and reliable information on breast cancer, this book, written by an experienced oncologist, a surgeon, and a breast cancer survivor, informs and inspires readers, wherever they are in the breast cancer experience. Patient stories, essays from medical specialists, and illustrations add clarity and insight"-- "Being diagnosed with breast cancer can be scary and confusing. There are medical terms to learn, options to consider, and important decisions to make, all while trying to carry on with work, family, and life. The Breast Cancer Book can't reverse a diagnosis or make breast cancer disappear, but every page can inform and empower you or your loved ones." --Back cover
Author: Haines, Carolyn, author. Published: 2021 2020 Call Number: LP F HAINES Format: Large print Summary: "Sarah Booth has traded in hosting this Christmas season for a road trip with her besties. Each little Delta town has a special Christmas activity, and Sarah Booth's bff and detective partner, Tinkie, has arranged to rent a limo for the gang and drive to Columbus, MS, to stay in a B&B. Visions of Christmas shopping, parade floats, and romantic rendezvous are already dancing in their heads. But Christmas cheer soon turns to Christmas fear when, at one event after another, people keep getting hurt. Christmas karaoke gets ugly when one singer's microphone gives her an electric shock. A party during a historic home tour ends with a fall down the stairs for one of Columbus's most disreputable 'players.' And when the woman who hires Sarah Booth to find the villain behind the so-called accidents is nearly killed with an arrow during a holiday mumming, Sarah Booth knows something more sinister is at work. The Christmas bells are ringing hauntingly in Columbus this year, and Sarah Booth and Tinkie--with a little help from hunky Sheriff Coleman Peters, of course-are determined to catch the wrong-doers and ensure they receive nothing but coal in their stockings"--Publisher's description.
Author: Sands, Lynsay, author. Published: 2021 Call Number: PB SANDS Format: Books Summary: "Jet Lassiter likes being a pilot ... He's living the good life, until his plane goes down in the mountains and four of his passengers are gravely injured. They need blood to heal ... and Jet is the only source ... Quinn Peters never wanted to be immortal ... Before she can ask how her life can get any worse, she's in a plane crash. One of the few survivors, Quinn is desperate to get the mortal pilot to safety before her fellow immortals succumb to their blood lust and drain Jet dry"--
Author: Schwinke, Theodore, author. Published: 2021 Call Number: 914.3712 Format: Books Summary: "Discover the very best sights you'll want to include on your Prague bucket list with this fantastic city guide! Visit the Prague Castle, cross the Charles Bridge, or climb to the top of the Old Town Hall Tower, this ultimate pocket-sized travel guide will make sure you have the quintessential Prague experience. Inside the pages of this Prague travel guide, you'll discover: Ten easy-to-follow itineraries, perfect for a day trip, a weekend, or a week ; Available in a handy format that is light, portable, and packed with essential information ; Expert advice and travel tips to help you tick off unmissable sights, explore beyond the tourist hubs and soak up the atmosphere ; Detailed maps cover every area of Prague, plus a laminated pull-out map that won't let you down whatever the weather. A medieval city with modern flare. One of Europe's most enchanting medieval cities rich in tradition and Gothic architecture, Prague is a treasure trove of things to see and do. This travel guide will ensure that you experience this breathtakingly beautiful region like a local. Find the best museums and galleries, places to eat, shops, and cultural experiences this Czech town has to offer! Use this travel guide to find inspiration for different things to enjoy during your trip -- including family activities and things to do for free. This guide includes itineraries that cover iconic areas and must-sees such as Prague Castle, St Vitus Cathedral, Charles Bridge, the St Agnes of Bohemia Conventent, Wenceslas Square, and Petrin Hill. DK Eyewitness Prague has been updated regularly to make sure the information is as up-to-date as possible following the COVID-19 outbreak." --
Author: Pool, Katy Rose, author. Published: 2021 Call Number: Y POOL Format: Books Summary: The ancient god has been resurrected and sealed inside Beru's body. Both of them are at the mercy of the Prophet Pallas, who wants to subjugate the Six Prophetic Cities; but the god is growing stronger. Far away, Anton is learning to harness his powers as a Prophet. He plans to lead Jude, Hassan, and Beru's sister Ephyra on a desperate quest to destroy the god, Pallas, and save the world from darkness-- even if it requires an unbearable sacrifice. -- adapted from front jacket flap
Author: Heck, Stephen M., author. Published: 2021 Call Number: F HECK Format: Books Summary: The Off Season is a combination murder mystery and supernatural saga involving Shadows that do whatever they want to accomplish their evil goals. The novel focuses on David Farmer, who authored a bestseller entitled Shadows: The Other Side. Farmer, now retired and living a quiet life in a luxury high-rise on the beach, literally bumps into a fan on the famous Wildwood, NJ boardwalk, and the sinister Shadows return. This occurs just as a serial killer is on the loose. It's the off season and the tourists have gone home and yes, this season is a bit off.
Author: Singley, William P., author. Singley, William P. Sometimes we couldn't even get ice. Published: 2021 Call Number: F SINGLEY Format: Books Summary: "At first, I hesitated to put two stories in one book. Their only connection is combat. Camp Boardwalk in 1945. Ice in Vietnam 1967. Camp Boardwalk is about men recovering from their wounds and celebrating the end of WWII. With the breakout of peace, what will their futures bring? Ice is a small part of an exhausting war that ended April, 1976, during the infamous helicopter exits. All the main characters are military. There are exceptions for cops and crooks in one book. Women in both. The author?s intention is to provide the reader the opportunity to participate in the main events of 1945 and 1967. As often in his stories there are no heroes: just good guys and bad guys bumping against one another on jungle trails or city streets, discovering themselves, and facing life?s difficulties. How they survive is their story and now yours." --author's blurb.
Author: Alton, Elizabeth Barstow, author. Perez, Heather Halpin, 1978-, writer of foreword. Published: 2021 Call Number: B ALTON Format: Books Summary: As a thirteen-year-old, Elizabeth B. Alton participated in the 1920 Atlantic City International Rolling Chair Parade, an event that gave rise to the Miss America Pageant. Walking the length of the Boardwalk surrounded by an enthusiastic crowd--she remembered the day for the rest of her life. Alton narrates the details of her innocent childhood, marriage to her high school sweetheart John, and varied business ventures. Her community service is extensive and praiseworthy, especially her participation in the New Jersey Federation of Women's Clubs and the establishment of Stockton University. The centerpiece of her memoir is Alton's longtime association with the Miss America Pageant, providing a behind-the-scenes view of the Pageant's earliest years through the mid-1990s. Throughout, she notes the difficulties of working in a man's world determined, to gain appropriate recognition for women. It is a story of a pioneer who lived her life advocating that beauty is never enough.
Author: Selengut, Becky, author. Published: 2018 Call Number: 641.59 SELENGUT Format: Books Summary: This engaging and approachable (and humorous!) guide to taste and flavor will make you a more skilled and confident home cook.
Author: Miller, Arthur, 1915-2005, author. Published: 2016 1947 Call Number: 812.54 Format: Books Summary: "Joe Keller and Steve Deever, partners in a machine shop during the war, turned out defective airplane parts, causing the deaths of many men. Deever was sent to prison, while Keller escaped punishment and became a wealthy man. In this commanding work, a love affair between Keller's son Chris, and Ann Deever, Steve's daughter; the bitterness of Steve's son, George, who returns from the war to find his father in prison and his father's partner free; and the reaction of a son to his father's guilt escalate toward a climax of electrifying intensity."--Publisher's description.
