Author: Kinsella, Sophie, author.
Published: 2024
Call Number: F KINSELLA
Format: Books
Summary: "Eve is a successful novelist who wakes up one day in a hospital bed with no memory of how she got there. Her husband, never far from her side, explains that she has had an operation to remove the large, malignant tumor growing in her brain. As Eve learns to walk, talk, and write again--and as she wrestles with her diagnosis, and how and when to explain it to her beloved children--she begins to recall what's most important to her: long walks with her husband's hand clasped firmly around her own, family game nights, and always buying that dress when she sees it. Recounted in brief anecdotes, each one is an attempt to answer the type of impossible questions recognizable to anyone navigating the labyrinth of grief. This short, extraordinary novel is a celebration of life, shot through with warmth and humor--it will both break your heart and put it back together again"--
Author: Dailey, Janet, author.
Published: 2024
Call Number: LP F DAILEY
Format: Large print
Summary: A newcomer to Noel, North Carolina, horse breeder Jordyn Banks decides to take on the reigning Christmas-tree-decorating champ, who happens to be the handsome single dad who lives next door with his adorable little girl. "Barrel racer Jordyn Banks is thrilled to discover affordable land for sale in charming Noel, perfect for breeding her horses. But that's not all. A nomad with no family--other than her beloved Quarter Horse, Star--she also hopes to find a home within the close-knit Appalachian Mountain community. Yet Jordyn didn't bargain on inheriting a controversial Fraser Fir--or falling for a handsome single dad whose adorable little girl tempts her to dream of being far more than a property owner . . . Since losing his wife in childbirth six years ago, Nate Reed has devoted himself to their daughter, Roxanna, and built up their thriving Frosted Firs Ranch. For nine years straight he's won Noel's contest for the most perfect Christmas tree for the Town Square. It's a tradition he began with his late wife. But this year, Jordyn Banks is determined to harvest her Fraser Fir and compete--meaning Nate will finally be challenged--in more ways than one . . . Throughout the event, Nate can't help noticing that Roxanna is dazzled by Jordyn's strength, beauty, and quirky sense of humor. Soon enough, Nate is falling for her, too. But can a feisty wanderer ever really settle down? Is Nate ready to open his heart to someone new? And is it possible that sometimes love does grow on (Christmas) trees? . . ." --Amazon.com
Author: Patterson, Candice Sue, author.
Published: 2024
Call Number: PB PATTERSO
Format: Books
Summary: "Librarian Gemma Breckenridge hates the spotlight. She's content in her small town, living alone with books for company and caring for her once famous sister, Cammie, who's now suffering from a degenerative brain disease. But Cammie's care is expensive, and when the grant Gemma was counting on is denied, she's forced to take desperate measures and applies to be a contestant on a reality television show where a wealthy farmer is looking for a love connection. What better place to keep her sister's identity incognito than a thousand-acre farm in the middle of nowhere, South Dakota?" --Amazon.com
Author: Novak, Brenda, author.
Published: 2024
Call Number: LP F NOVAK
Format: Large print
Summary: When Gia's sister, Margot, begs her to come home to help with their ailing mother, Gia has no choice. Margot's borne the brunt of their mother's care, and now it's Gia's turn to help, even if it means opening old wounds. As expected, Gia's homecoming is far from welcome. There's the Banned Books Club she started after the PTA slashed the high school reading list, but there is also Mr. Hart, her former favorite teacher. The one who was fired after Gia publicly and painfully accused him of sexual misconduct. Fortunately, Gia learns that there are people she can depend on. And by standing up for the truth, she finds a future in the town she thought had rejected her.--
Author: Macomber, Debbie, author.
Published: 2024
Call Number: LP F MACOMBER
Format: Large print
Summary: Hailey Morgan's life has always revolved around music. She once had big dreams of becoming a professional songwriter, but the reality of life has led her to working as an assistant high school band teacher in Portland. As the holidays approach, Hailey dreads the annual tradition of spending Christmas with her family and dodging her mother's meddling questions about her love life. When Hailey's close friend offers her the use of her family's empty cabin for a rejuvenating solo holiday retreat, Hailey finally decides to do something to make herself happy. However, her arrival in the small town of Podunk, Oregon, is anything but peaceful when she discovers the cabin has been invaded by several wild animals. Luckily, Jay, the son of the town's main store proprietor--and an incredibly handsome and charming former musician to boot--is more than willing to help.
Author: Sparks, Nicholas, author.
Published: 2024
Call Number: LP F SPARKS
Format: Large print
Summary: "From the acclaimed author of The Longest Ride and The Notebook comes an emotional, powerful novel about wondering if we can change-or even make our peace with-the path we've taken. Tanner Hughes was raised by his grandparents, following in his grandfather's military footsteps to become an Army Ranger. His whole life has been spent abroad, and he is the proverbial rolling stone: happiest when off on his next adventure, zero desire to settle down. But when his grandmother passes away, her last words to him are find where you belong. She also drops a bombshell, telling him the name of the father he never knew-and where to find him. Tanner is due at his next posting soon, but his curiosity is piqued, and he sets out for Asheboro, North Carolina, to ask around. He's been in town less than twenty-four hours when he meets Kaitlyn Cooper, a doctor and single mom. They both feel an immediate connection; Tanner knows Kaitlyn has a story to tell, and he wants to hear it. To Kaitlyn, Tanner is mysterious, exciting-and possibly leaving in just a few weeks. Meanwhile, nearby, eighty-three-year-old Jasper lives alone in a cabin bordering a national forest. With only his old dog, Arlo, for company, he lives quietly, haunted by a tragic accident that took place decades before. When he hears rumors that a white deer has been spotted in the forest-a creature of legend that inspired his father and grandfather-he becomes obsessed with protecting the deer from poachers. As these characters' fates orbit closer together, none of them is expecting a miracle . . . but that may be exactly what is about to alter their futures forever"--
Author: Jensen, Jamie, author.
Published: 2024
Call Number: 917.304 10TH ED.
Format: Books
Summary: "Majestic mountains, pastoral valleys, and rugged seascapes: go beyond the interstate and into the heart of the country on America's two-lane highways"--
Author: Yee, F. C., author. DiMartino, Michael Dante, author.
Published: 2024
Call Number: Y YEE
Format: Books
Summary: After years of searching for the next Avatar, the four nations have found peace with Avatar Yun, until Kyoshi, Yun's friend and servant, demonstrates remarkable bending abilities herself. With the identity of the true Avatar at stake, Kyoshi and her fiery friend Rangi flee the Avatar mansion and find supporters in the daofei, outlaws living in the shadows of the Earth Kingdom. But while Kyoshi, Rangi, and their daofei friends face off against underworld rivals, those who seek to control the Avatar draw close.
Author: Walsh, Chloe (Fiction writer), author.
Published: 2024 2023
Call Number: Y WALSH #4
Format: Books
Summary: "I'm saving you, six. Joey Lynch's life is falling apart. Obsessed with proving himself to the only person he's ever truly trusted, Joey fights to stay away from a world that could destroy his life. The odds are against him, but can he keep his head above water? Aoife is absolutely unwilling to give up the boy she loves, so she is determined to save him from self-destruction. She becomes trapped in a world she doesn't understand, but her heart is stronger than what's trying to drag her down. Aoife will never give up on Joey, no matter how much is stacked against them. Through heartbreak and horror, Aoife and Joey have had each other's backs, and this time is no different"--Publisher's website.
Author: Walsh, Chloe (Fiction writer), author.
Published: 2024 2018
Call Number: Y WALSH #2
Format: Books
Summary: His first, last, and only true love has always been rugby.Until now.Following a devastating injury that has left him sidelined and stripped of his beloved number 13 jersey, Johnny is struggling to hold onto his dreams. Lost, insecure, and desperately seeking comfort, he sets his sights on unraveling the mystery of the girl with the midnight-blue eyes. With his best friend, Gibsie, by his side, Johnny embarks on his quest of exposing the secrets surrounding the girl who haunts his every waking hour.Keeping secrets has never been a problem for Shannon. The life she was born into demands nothing less. She knows that demons and evil men don't just exist in fairytales. They exist in her world, too. Traumatized beyond repair after her return from Dublin, and desperate to protect her little brothers, Shannon finds herself falling into the same old cover-up, barely keeping her head above water, as her future unravels before her eyes. Beaten and broken, her walls are up and her trust is shaken. Only one boy has the ability to climb those walls. The boy who owns her heart.Secrets are exposed and lives are changed forever in Keeping 13, the explosive sequel of the bestselling book, Binding 13. Follow Johnny and Shannon as they try to navigate their way through the aftermath of that fateful rugby match in Dublin.Falling in love was the easy part, what comes next is the test...Friendship, first love, rising fame, horrifying secrets, and pain all fuel together as two teenagers from the opposite side of the tracks collide in Keeping 13, the concluding story for Johnny and Shannon.Based in Ireland, the Boys of Tommen series is bound to captivate and lure you into the world of rugby, love, and teenage heartbreak.***** Warning *****Some scenes in this book may be extremely upsetting for some readers. Due to its bad language and certain scenes, Keeping 13 is recommended for mature readers.
Author: Walsh, Chloe (Fiction writer), author.
Published: 2023 2018
Call Number: Y WALSH #1
Format: Books
Summary: Johnny Kavanagh has everything going for him. On the rugby pitch, he's a force to be reckoned with. Primed for stardom, he's heading straight for the top. Nothing can possibly get in his way, right? Not even the shy new girl at Tommen College. The one with the sad eyes and hidden bruises. The one that distracts him like no one ever has. Plagued with a hidden injury and desperate to impress the scouts watching his every move, Johnny has been placed on a pedestal so high, he has no room to make mistakes. Striving to maintain balance, and on the crest of the International Summer Campaign, Johnny needs to keep his head in the game. He needs to stay focused, and cannot afford to let distractions get in the way of the bigger picture. But what happens when a lonely girl with sad eyes becomes the only picture? Life has never been easy for Shannon Lynch. Bullied and tortured, she arrives at Tommen College mid-way through the school year praying for a fresh start and desperate to shake off the demons that plague her. On her very first day at the prestigious private school, she comes into contact with the notorious Johnny Kavanagh. Thrown through a hoop over her feelings for him, and desperate to keep a low-profile, Shannon finds herself once again the target of bullies as she forms a fragile alliance with rugby's rising star. Falling into a complicated friendship and grappling with their undeniable chemistry, Johnny and Shannon must face obstacles that threaten their relationship. Two teenagers from opposite sides of the tracks collide. Friendship, first love, rising fame, horrifying secrets, and pain all fuel together in Binding 13, the explosive first installment of a brand-new series from Chloe Walsh. Based in Ireland, the Boys of Tommen series is bound to captivate and lure you into the world of rugby, love, and teenage heartbreak.
Author: Price, Devon, author.
Published: 2022
Call Number: 616.85
Format: Books
Summary: "In Unmasking Autism, Dr. Devon Price shares his personal experience with masking and blends history, social science research, prescriptions, and personal profiles to tell a story of neurodivergence that has thus far been dominated by those on the outside looking in. For Dr. Price and many others, Autism is a deep source of uniqueness and beauty. Unfortunately, living in a neurotypical world means it can also be a source of incredible alienation and pain. Most masked Autistic individuals struggle for decades before discovering who they truly are. They are also more likely to be marginalized in terms of race, gender, sexual orientation, class, and other factors, which contributes to their suffering and invisibility. Dr. Price lays the groundwork for unmasking and offers exercises that encourage self-expression, including: Celebrating special interests; cultivating autistic relationships; reframing autistic stereotypes; and rediscovering your values."--Provided by publisher.
Author: Dattolo, Mari D'Albora, author.
Published: 2021
Call Number: 363.1221
Format: Books
Summary: "August 11, 1880. Returning from an excursion to the Jersey Shore, two trains carrying several hundred passengers from Philadelphia's Irish Catholic parishes collide in Mays Landing, New Jersey. Nearly 100 are injured, and 30 will later die of their wounds. No official record of the accident exists, and no one was ever found accountable for the suffering those passengers endured. For the first time, "Between the Shore and the City: Tragedy in Mays Landing" offers a vivid account of the events leading up to the deadly day. Combining archival research, regional newspaper reporting and fictional imaginings of the victims' last day, this historic narrative captures the drama and the sorrow. The following combination of 19th century journalism and 20th century research provides a look into how this story unfolded, more than 140 years ago..." --back cover.
Author: Holmes, Lori author.
Published: 2020
Call Number: PB HOLMES
Format: Books
Summary: "Living deep within the mysterious southern forests, the spiritual Ninkuraaja people are being hunted to the brink of extinction by bloodthirsty raiders known only as Woves. Nobody knows better than a Ninkuraa that a Wove deserves only death. But when a twist of fate places the life of an injured Wove into young Nyriaana's hands, she is horrified to discover that the destiny of this most hated enemy is irrevocably tied to hers. As their burgeoning relationship threatens to tear her whole life apart, Nyriaana comes to realize that she must face a terrible choice: sacrifice the Wove or betray the lives of her own dying people." -- from amazon.com
Author: Jackson, Holly, 1992- author. Sequel to (work) : Jackson, Holly, 1992- Good girl's guide to murder.
Published: 2020
Call Number: Y JACKSON
Format: Books
Summary: Pip reluctantly dons her detective cap once again when the police refuse to help search for a friend who goes missing on the night their community hosts a memorial for the victims of the murder case she and Ravi solved a year earlier. After solving the murder case together, Ravi Singh helped Pip create a podcast that soon went viral, but they both swear off sleuthing. When Jamie Reynolds goes missing on the sixth anniversary of the deaths of Andie Bell and Sal Singh, however, Pip feels it's too big of a coincidence to ignore. With the spotlight on her, can she still follow the clues and uncover even more sinister depths to her hometown?
Author: Martin, George R. R. author. Wheatley, Doug, illustrator.
Published: 2018
Call Number: F MARTIN
Format: Books
Summary: The first volume of a definitive two-part history of the Targaryens in Westeros is set centuries before the events of "A Game of Thrones" and answers key questions about the dynasty's origins, conflicts and relationships with dragons. House Targaryen was the only family of dragonlords to survive the Doom of Valyria, and took up residence on Dragonstone. Rehear tales of the legendary Aegon the Conqueror, creator of the Iron Throne. Meet the generations of Targaryens who fought to hold that iconic seat-- from Aegon the Conqueror all the way up to the civil war that nearly tore their dynasty apart. Discover the often bloody-- but always fascinating-- history of Westeros when dragons ruled the skies. -- Adapted from jacket.
Author: Balson, Ronald H. author.
Published: 2015
Call Number: F BALSON
Format: Books
Summary: "Jack Sommers was just an ordinary accountant from Chicago-that is, until his wife passed away, his young daughter was kidnapped, and he became the main suspect in an $88 million dollar embezzlement case. Now Jack is on the run, hoping to avoid the feds long enough to rescue his daughter, Sophie, from her maternal grandfather, a suspected terrorist in Palestine. With the help of investigative team Liam and Catherine, and a new CIA operative, a secret mission is launched to not only rescue Sophie but also to thwart a major terrorist attack in Hebron. But will being caught in the crossfires of the Palestine-Israeli conflict keep their team from accomplishing the task at hand, or can they overcome the odds and save countless lives, including their own?"--
Author: Martin, George R. R.
Published: 2011
Call Number: F MARTIN
Format: Books
Summary: New threats emerge to endanger the future of the Seven Kingdoms, as Daenerys Targaryen, ruling in the East, fights off a multitude of enemies, while Jon Snow, Lord Commander of the Night's Watch, faces his foes both in the Watch and beyond the great Wallof ice and stone.
Author: Glynn, Paul, author.
Published: 2009 1988
Call Number: B NAGAI
Format: Books
Summary: The story of Takashi Nagai, M.D., professor of radiology at the University of Nagasaki and survivor of the atomic bombing, and of his spiritual pilgrimage from Shintoism to atheistic rationalism, and finally to a Christian faith.
Author: Bradley, Marion Zimmer.
Published: 2001
Call Number: PS3552.R228 M57 2001
Format: Books
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