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Historical Fiction January 2017
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| The Flame Bearerby Bernard CornwellBefore he can reclaim his Northumbrian estate from his treacherous cousin, Uhtred of Bebbanburg must first honor his alliance with King Sigtryggr of Eoferwic (York), while outmaneuvering his enemies, Scottish King Constantin and Norseman Einar the White. Since Uhtred is a warrior, not a diplomat, readers can expect plenty of battle and bloodshed in this fast-paced and action-packed 11th novel in Bernard Cornwell's popular Saxon Stories novels. Due to the complex politics of 9th-century Britain, newcomers to the series may wish to start at the beginning with The Last Kingdom. |
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The Blind Astronomer's Daughterby John PipkinAfter astronomer Arthur Ainsworth plummets from his rooftop observatory, his daughter Caroline learns that she's adopted, a discovery that forever alters the course of her life. Unfolding alongside Caroline's story is the parallel narrative of the elder Ainsworth's rival, musician-turned-astronomer William Herschel, and his sister and assistant, also named Caroline. At once a compelling family drama and an examination of Enlightenment-era scientific inquiry, The Blind Astronomer's Daughter may appeal to readers who enjoyed Carrie Brown's The Stargazer's Sister, which focuses on the Herschels.
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This Was a Man : The Final Volume of the Clifton Chronicles by Jeffrey ArcherA conclusion to the best-selling saga finds Giles discovering the truth about his wife's identity, Emma receiving a job offer from Margaret Thatcher and Lady Virginia pursuing an opportunity to solve her financial problems before a shocking diagnosis throws all of their lives into turmoil. This Was a Man is the captivating final installment of the Clifton Chronicles, a series of seven novels that has topped the bestseller lists around the world, and enhanced Jeffrey Archer’s reputation as a master storyteller.
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Karolina's Twins by Ronald H BalsonA tale inspired by true events follows the experiences of a Holocaust survivor who, while fighting a lawsuit from the son who would garner her estate, reflects on her early years in war-torn Poland and the secret of maternity they shared. Two girls, coming of age in a dangerous time, bearers of secrets that only they could share. Just when you think there could not be anything new to ferret out from World War II comes Karolina's Twins, a spellbinding new novel by the bestselling author of Once We Were Brothers. In this richly woven tale of love, survival and resilience during some of the darkest hours, the unbreakable bond between girlhood friends will have consequences into the future and beyond.
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The German Girlby Armando Lucas CorreaStripped of her family's privileges by the Nazi party in 1939 Berlin, Hannah Rosenthal forges a pact that she will remain true to her best friend, Leo, before embarking on a refugee ship bound for Havana, where rumors of a deadly plot force her to make an impossible choice. A first novel. The German Girl sweeps from Berlin at the brink of the Second World War to Cuba on the cusp of revolution, to New York in the wake of September 11, before reaching its deeply moving conclusion in the tumult of present-day Havana. Based on a true story, this masterful novel gives voice to the joys and sorrows of generations of exiles, forever seeking a place called home.
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by Santa Montefiore
Kitty Deverill, the daughter of a wealthy Anglo-Irish family, enjoys a life of privilege in Ireland's wild countryside at the side of an increasingly resentful best friend and the vet's son, Jack O'Leary, whom she loves, until the Irish rebellion threatens her beloved home. Worried for her safety, Jack warns Kitty to keep her distance, but she refuses and throws herself into the cause for Irish liberty, running messages and ammunition between the rebels. But as Kitty soon discovers, her allegiance to her family and her friends will be tested—and when Castle Deverill comes under attack, the only home and life she’s ever known are threatened. A powerful story of love, loyalty, and friendship, The Girl in the Castle is an exquisitely written novel set against the magical, captivating landscape of Ireland.
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Pharaoh by Wilbur A Smith Pharaoh Tamose lies mortally wounded. The ancient city of Luxor is surrounded, All seems lost. Taita, advisor to the Pharaoh, prepares for the enemy’s final, fatal push. The ex-slave, now general of Tamose’s armies, is never more ingenious than when all hope is dashed. And this is Egypt’s most desperate hour. With the timely arrival of an old ally, the tide is turned and the Egyptian army feasts upon its retreating foe. But upon his victorious return to Luxor, Taita is seized and branded a traitor. Tamose is dead and a poisonous new era has begun. The new Pharaoh has risen — and he must be stopped. From the glittering temples of Luxor to the Citadel of Sparta, Pharoah is an intense and powerful novel magnificently transporting you to a time of threat, blood and glory. Master storyteller, Wilbur Smith, is at the very peak of his powers.
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The Spyby Paulo CoelhoHer only crime was to be an independent woman. When Mata Hari arrived in Paris she was penniless. Within months she was the most celebrated woman in the city. As a dancer, she shocked and delighted audiences; as a courtesan, she bewitched the era’s richest and most powerful men. But as paranoia consumed a country at war, Mata Hari’s lifestyle brought her under suspicion. In 1917, she was arrested in her hotel room on the Champs Elysees, and accused of espionage.Told in Mata Hari’s voice through her final letter, The Spy is the unforgettable story of a woman who dared to defy convention and who paid the ultimate price.
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Thursday, January 26 Social Media Tips for Parents 7:00 p.m. How do you keep up with the social media sites your tweens and teens are using? How can you help them protect their privacy on social media? Learn how to do that and more! Saturday, February 4 Valentine Cookie Decorating 10:30 a.m. Come learn how to decorate fabulous valentine cookies for the special people in your life.
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Thursday, February 9 Make a Mosaic Heart 1:30 p.m. Come create a mixed-media mosaic heart for Valentine's Day! We'll construct a 4x6 heart with jewelry remnants and other found objects onto a stand-up frame. Check for "parts" at home to bring! We'll provide the other materials. Call to register. Limit eight. Friday, February 10 Living in Space: Life on the ISS 6:30 p.m. NASA Solar System Ambassador and local resident Frank O'Brien will speak about the 200+ astronauts who have lived and worked on the International Space Station. The crews have conducted countless experiments in science and health. What they learned is essential to plan a much longer trip to Mars. Saturday, March 4 The Home Buying Process 10:00 a.m. Be a prepared home seller or buyer. Learn what you need to know for a smooth transaction.
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