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Full List of New Arrivals

NEW ARRIVALS – MAY 2021

ADULT FICTION

“2034: A Novel of the Next World War “ by Elliot Ackerman – “An unnerving and fascinating tale of a future . . . The book serves as a cautionary tale to our leaders and national security officials, while also speaking to a modern truth about arrogance and our lack of strategic foresight . . . The novel is an enjoyable and swiftly paced but important read.” The Hill

“A Conspiracy in Belgravia” by Sherry Thomas – “Thomas (My Beautiful Enemy) maintains the shadowy Victorian setting as she advances her marvelous take on the Holmes canon….A must for mystery/Sherlock fans and readers who love excellent puzzles.”–Library Journal (starred review)

“Hour of the Witch” by Chris Bohjalian – “Harrowing… In the hands of a master storyteller like Bohjalian, [Hour of the Witch is] an engrossing tale of a woman who insists upon the right to navigate her life, and the consequences when she does.” Danielle Trussoni, New York Times Book Review

“Project Hail Mary” by Andy Weir – “Readers may find themselves consuming this emotionally intense and thematically profound novel in one stay-up-all-night-until-your-eyes-bleed sitting. An unforgettable story of survival and the power of friendship—nothing short of a science fiction masterwork” —Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

“Rule of Wolves” by Leigh Bardugo – “A wild ride both fantastical and grounded in nuance.” ―Kirkus Reviews

“Sorrowland ” by Rivers Solomon – “Sorrowland is a powerful story about motherhood, survival, and the cruel treatment of Black bodies.” ―Taiwo Balogun, Marie Claire

“The Diplomat’s Wife” by Pam Jenoff – “In this follow-up to The Kommandant’s Girl, Marta Nedermann, starting a new life in London with her husband, a British diplomat, once again becomes trapped in a web of intrigue and betrayal when Communists infiltrate British Intelligence and the traitor is linked to her past.” — Atlas Publishing

“The Kitchen Front “ by Jennifer Ryan – “A charming tale that will satiate a lot of different tastes: historical fiction lovers, cooking competition fans, anyone who revels in girl-power lit. . . . . This story had me so hooked, I literally couldn’t put it down to cook.”—NPR

“Where the Forest Meets the Stars” by Glendy Vanderah – “Though the novel appears to start as a fantasy, it evolves into a domestic drama with murder-mystery elements, all adding up to a satisfying read.” Booklist

“Fugitive Telemetry” by Martha Wells – Wells… creates a main character who is addictive… Murderbot continues to bring intelligence and acerbic commentary on humanity to the forefront.” Library Journal

ADULT MYSTERY

“A Fatal Lie” by Charles Todd – “This is the type of classic-style mystery that we have grown to love from Charles Todd, and it never fails to deliver.” — BookReporter.com

“A Gambling Man” by David Baldacci – “Fans of Baldacci should go all in for A Gambling Man. This spicy novel deals out a hand of brothels, gambling dens, drug operations, and government corruption—all a sure bet for a rollicking good time.”―New York Journal of Books

“A Study in Scarlet Women” by Sherry Thomas – “Gender bending is just the first sign that unusual happenings are afoot in this origin story for a revamped Sherlock Holmes series by bestselling author Thomas…There is also a tantalizing, slow-burn love story between Holmes and a longtime friend befitting Thomas’ skills as a romance novelist….The ground has been laid well for future incidents in the professional and intimate life of Charlotte Holmes.” – Kirkus

“Fortune Favors the Dead” by Stephen Spotswood – “Will keep readers engaged from start to finish. . . [Pentecost is] reminiscent of Agatha Christie’s Miss Marple. . . A fun whodunit. . . Perfect for a cozy weekend read.” Library Journal

“Murder on Cold Street “ by Sherry Thomas – “With an increasingly beloved detective crew, this Victorian mystery offers thrills and sharp insights into human behavior.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

“Robert B. Parker’s Someone to Watch Over Me” by Ace Atkins – “In the latest thriller featuring the legendary Boston PI, Spenser and his young protégé Mattie Sullivan take on billionaire money manager running a network of underaged girls for his rich and powerful clients.” — Annotation

“The Art of Theft ” by Sherry Thomas – “Quick-witted and swashbuckling, Thomas’s novel is a feminist Victorian delight. Perfect for fans of Deanna Raybourn, Elizabeth Peters or C.S. Harris, The Art of Theft is an excellent entry in a wonderful historical series. Its deft pacing, quirky heroine and intriguing cast of characters make it a mysterious tour de force.” – Shelf Awareness

“The Sentence is Death” by Anthony Horowitz – “The Sentence Is Death is…fast-paced, lively … there are twists and turns and unexpected developments. The fact-fiction blurring continues to the last page.” — Minneapolis Star Tribune

“The Hollow of Fear” by Sherry Thomas – “The resolution, as well as the spell cast by Thomas’ language and clever use of disguise to reveal a devastating understanding of human flaws and desires, leaves one with a good book hangover. A novel in which you cannot wait to find out what happens next—even as you do not want it to end.”Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

“The Postscript Murders” by Elly Griffiths – “A light-hearted, life-affirming celebration of crime fiction and the colourful characters that create it…Such witty and charming entertainment.” —The Times

“The Thursday Murder Club” by Richard Osman – “Suspenseful, funny, and poignant. The delightful, spirited characters from this witty, sometimes bittersweet story deserve a return engagement.” Booklist (starred review)

“The Windsor Knot” by S. J. Bennett – “Sheer entertainment… Bennett infuses wit and an arch sensibility into her prose… This is not mere froth, it is pure confection” — New York Times Book Review

ADULT BIOGRAPHY

“Greenlights” by Matthew McConaughey – “Candid . . . Greenlights is more than an autobiography, far more than a comedy or a series of adventures. The author gives us a lively look at his life in and out of his movies and provides readers with an honest look at who he is.” The Florida Times-Union

ADULT NON-FICTION

“A World on the Wing: The Global Odyssey of Migratory Birds” by Scott Weidensaul – “Weidensaul addresses migratory birds’ changing reality and the scientists who work tirelessly to learn more about them and advocate on their behalf…. The plight and toughness of both birds and their human defenders will move you in lasting ways.” ― BookPage, starred review

“Facing the Mountain: A True Story of Japanese American Heroes in World War II” by Daniel James Brown – “Facing the Mountain is more than just the story of a group of young men whose valor helped save a country that spurned them, it’s a fascinating, expertly written look at selfless heroes who emerged from one of the darkest periods of American history — soldiers the likes of which this country may never see again.” —NPR.org

“Freedom” by Sebastian Junger – “Junger observes, and reports, watches and appreciates, and his thoughts on his title subject will make you truly consider your own definition of this basic right. ‘Freedom’ is not an anti-freedom book; it underscores, and you shouldn’t want to wait to open it.” —Daily Jefferson County Union

“Prairie Fires: The American Dreams of Laura Ingalls Wilder “ by Caroline Fraser – ‘Fraser’s meticulous biography has particular urgency today, as she unknots the threads of fact and fiction, of reality and myth, of mother and daughter…. Prairie Fires is not only a work of rigorous scholarship, but it also portrays Wilder, and her daughter Rose, in ways that illuminate our society’s current crises and rifts.” ―The New York Review of Books

“Raised Row Gardening: Incredible Organic Produce With No Tilling and Minimal Weeding” by Jim and Mary Competti – “Guides readers through the steps and stages of raised row gardening, discussing first-year set up, harvesting, and maintaining a productive garden year-after-year.” — Baker & Taylor

The Bomber Mafia: A Dream, A Temptation, and the Longest Night of the Second World War ” by Malcolm Gladwell – “[A] brilliantly told parable… As ever with Gladwell… the story boils down to people at moments of crisis… books and parables alike rely on their narrative as much as their message. And for a book that is not a war story, this one is brilliantly, brilliantly told.” ―James McConnachie, Sunday Times (UK)

“The Complete Guide to No-dig Gardening” by Charlie Nardozzi – “…if you want to garden in a way that aligns better with nature and builds on what nature has to offer; and if you want to garden in a way that makes your life easier – this book is a great addition to your library.”―Homestead How-To

“The Great ZentangleⓇ Book: Learn to Tangle with 101 Engaging Patterns” by Beate Winkler – “In The Great Zentangle Book, Certified Zentangle Teacher Beate Winkler provides simple and clear directions for creating 101 classic tangles.” — Amazon.com

“The Heartbeat of Trees: Embracing Our Ancient Bond with Forests and Nature” by Peter Wohlleben – “A return to the wonders of trees. [Wohlleben] presents the latest scientific findings illuminating how trees communicate, respond to their surroundings, and feel pain, and how their pumping of water at regular intervals creates ‘heartbeats’ …. and elucidates precisely why ‘true forests’ are ‘our most powerful allies in the fight against climate change.'” —Booklist

“The Low-FODMAP IBS Solution Plan & Cookbook” by Rachel Pauls, M.D. – “Rachel’s medical expertise combined with her personal experience with IBS make this book shine. The recipes are simple and flavorful. With all the practical tips and tricks for grocery shopping and meal planning, this cookbook is a must-have resource for patients embarking on the low-FODMAP diet.” ―Andrea Hardy, R.D., owner of Ignite Nutrition

“The Premonition: A Pandemic Story” by Michael Lewis – “Lewis brings a welcome gimlet eye to the Trump era… the lessons of the “The Premonition” apply to more than just the C.D.C. ― they tell us why government bureaucracies fail.” ― Nick Confessore, New York Times Book Review

BLUE/DVD MOVIES

“A Private War”
“Downtown Abbey: The Motion Picture”

KIT

Beginner Snap Circuit Kit
Kids Gardening Kit
Musical Instruments from Around the World
Talking to Kids about Race Elementary Activity Box
Talking to Kids about Race Pre-K and Kindergarten Activity Box

BOARD BOOK

“Pippa and Pelle in the Spring Garden” by Daniela Drescher
“Shh! Bears Sleeping” by David Martin

PICTURE BOOK

“Eyes that Kiss in the Corners” by Joanna Ho

CHILDREN’S AUDIO KIT

“Days With Frog and Toad” by Arnold Lobel

JUVENILE AUDIO BOOK

“Da Vinci’s Cat” by Catherine Gilbert Murdock – “The course of time travel never does run smooth. . . . Bee and Federico manage to colossally mess with history, leading to adventures as they try to get things back on track. . . . Detailed writing brings the past to life in this delightful time-slip story populated by an array of outsized figures from history. . . . Thoroughly charming.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

JUVENILE AUDIO KIT

“Operation Smarts!- Math – Age 5+” by Playaway – Non-Fiction – “Kids will develop confidence while solving elementary math problems and advancing from basic skills through multiplication, geometry, and more.” — Playaway.com

JUVENILE FICTION

“96 Miles” by J. L. Esplin – “Esplin offers a richly layered look at the frustrations of sibling rivalry, the depths of family loyalty, and the challenges of forgiveness.”―Publishers Weekly

“A Game of Fox & Squirrels” by Jenn Reese – “”Reese spins a tale about child abuse that is touched with fantasy…a powerful tool for working through trauma.” –Booklist

“Clan” by Sigmund Brouwer – “Despite the world Atlatl lives in being very different from the one we live in today, Brouwer does a fantastic job of making it clear that the human experience is universal.” –CM Magazine

“Darkstalker” by Tui Sutherland – “Born into a divided heritage, Darkstalker is destined to become a powerful and dangerous dragon and it will take the combined efforts of Fatham and Clearsight to come up with a way to save all the kingdoms from his anger.” — Baker & Taylor

“Escape from Egypt” by Wendy Mass – “The Time Jumpers are headed to Egypt in the second book in this action-packed series from New York Times bestselling author Wendy Mass!” — Scholastic

“Escaping Peril” by Tui Sutherland – “The New York Times and USA Today bestselling series soars to even greater heights with a new prophecy and five new dragonets ready to claim their destiny!” — Scholastic

“Maya and the Rising Dark” by Rena Barron – “Astonishing series of subsequent revelations leaves readers agog, eager to know how Maya and her pals will use their powers to heal the veil and save their mostly black and brown neighborhood…. A truly #BlackGirlMagic, cloudy-day, curl-up kind of book.”  —​Kirkus, STARRED review

“Something to Say” by Lisa Moore Ramee – “Ramée effectively portrays the importance of the Black Lives Matter movement and the difficulty of navigating complex social situations while conveying universal middle school questions about friendship, first crushes, and identity. Shay’s journey is an authentic and engaging political and personal awakening.” — Publishers Weekly (starred review)

“The Hive Queen” by Tui Sutherland – “Rendering fugitives after stealing the Book of Clearsight, the SilkWings race to prevent a LeafWing attack while Cricket struggles to stay hidden and uncover the queen’s deadly secret.” — Atlas Publishing

“The Lost Continent” by Tui Sutherland – “Centuries after rumors of another dragon continent are dismissed as fairy tales, the land is thrown into turmoil by the discovery that the stories were true.” — Atlas Publishing

“The Poison Jungle” by Tui Sutherland – “It’s no secret that Sundew wants to destroy the HiveWings. It’s her life’s mission to exact revenge on the tribe that tried to wipe out the LeafWings and ripped every tree from the surface of Pantala. Every tree, that is, except the wild and dangerous Poison Jungle, where the surviving LeafWings have been hiding since the war. Hiding, plotting, and waiting for a dragon like Sundew, who is uniquely qualified to bring down the Hives. There are dark secrets in the jungle, though-some that Sundew is keeping, and some that she’s only just beginning to discover. And now that a new war is upon them, Sundew and her friends must unearth the oldest secret in the jungle-even if what they find has the power to destroy them all.” — Publisher’s Annotation

JUVENILE GRAPHIC NOVELS

“Dog Man: Brawl of the Wild” by Dav Pilkey – “Readers (of any age) will be giggling from start to finish.” — Publishers Weekly, starred review

“A Tale of Two Kities” by Dav Pilkey – “Action-oriented cartoons… Laffs aplenty.” — Kirkus Reviews, starred review

JUVENILE NON-FICTION

“Easy Wood Carving for Children: Fun Whittling Projects for Adventurous Kids “by Frank Egholm – “Wood carving is the perfect outdoor hobby for adventurous children. Teach them how to make toys, games and even jewelry with more than fifty fun whittling and wood carving projects, each fully-illlustrated with easy-to-follow instructions.” – Annotation

“Guinness World Records 2021” by Guiness World Records – “This year, we’re devoting a chapter to the history of exploration, starting with the story of the very first circumnavigation, along with our “History of Adventure” timeline, featuring a host of remarkable achievements. The fully revised and updated best-seller is packed with thousands of incredible new feats across the widest spectrum of topics, providing a whistle-stop tour of our superlative universe.” – Annotation

JUVENILE MOVIES

“Jumanji”

YOUNG ADULT FICTION

“King of Scars” by Leigh Bardugo  – “[Bardugo] touches on religion, class, family, love ― all organically, all effortlessly, all cloaked in the weight of a post-war reckoning with the cost (literal and figurative) of surviving the events that shape both people and nations.” ―NPR

“The Inheritance Games” by Jennifer Barnes – “Prickly, witty, and stubborn as a mule, Avery is an eminently likable protagonist, and her savvy ability to manage the obnoxiously privileged people she suddenly finds herself surrounded by is admirable, helped plenty by her quippy one-liners that level even the snobbiest among them.”―BCCB

“This is My Brain in Love” by I.W. Gregorio – “Readers will come to this story for dynamic romantic and familial relationships, but they’ll stay for its smart exploration of depression, anxiety, and self-care.“―Publishers Weekly, starred review