The Other Americans by Laila Lalami Meghan says, More than just a mystery about a deadly hit and run, this book delves into the ties that bind a family and the impact of their choices. Told with alternating narrators, character’s motivations and inner lives are slowly revealed. A few loose threads might leave you wanting more, but the story is none the less enjoyable and will tug at your heartstrings.
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Code Name: Lise by Larry Loft Jim says, A spy story set in World War 2, it highlights the challenges, dangers and drudgery of a woman spying for Britain against the Nazis. Ilse has a family with children, and her story begins with training in the skills needed, continues with the dangerous courier missions and rescues that she gets involved in.
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The Starless Sea by Erin Morgenstern Erin says, This book was so much fun and perfect for any library worker and/or book lover. The story mostly follows Zachary, a grad school student who feels shy and awkward and somewhat of a loner. He comes across an old and uncatalogued book in the university library one day and looks to see what is inside.
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The Wicked King by Holly Black Courtney says, This was the sequel to Cruel Prince which was the first book in the Folk of Air Series. The novel picks up about six months after the finish of Cruel Prince where Jude is now the King’s right hand and has King Cardan under her control through the binding pact they made in the first novel.
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Once More We Saw Stars by Jayson Greene Sydney says, A really beautifully written, but painful book to read. At times it was so raw and so close – I wonder what another year or two’s time and reflection would have done to his story. But this was up close and personal on a parent’s grief of losing a child and I’m better for having read it.
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Say Nothing by Patrick Keefe A true accounting of The Troubles in Ireland and the legacies of those involved. This book is accessible, full of suspense, mysteries, complex people, and details a major period in recent history. The audiobook is read by Matthew Blaney, a native of Belfast.
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