February 2021 LibraryReads
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| | “Elsa, abandoned by her husband, leaves Texas with her two children to save her young son from dust pneumonia. Beautifully written historical fiction about a mother’s love and strength holding a family together as they leave the Dust Bowl and head West to fulfill dreams of green lands, only to find themselves unwelcome and with conditions worse than what they left. For readers who enjoy historical fiction with unforgettable characters, and fans of The Giver of Stars and Cilka’s Journey.”
Michele Coleman, Iredell County Public Library, Statesville, NC NoveList read-alike: I Will Send Rain by Rae Meadows | |
| | | The Echo Wife by Sarah Gailey“This book asks questions about identity, morality, and genetics, and resists giving easy answers. The man Evelyn and Martine claim as “husband” is lying dead. Gailey invites us to consider a world where clone technology is almost perfect, and its creations are regarded as little more than cattle. What happens when a clone rejects her programming? And what happens when a woman can’t resist the influence of her upbringing? For fans of Black Mirror and Orphan Black.”
Krista Feick, Columbus Metropolitan Library, Columbus, OH NoveList read-alike: Foe by Iain Reid |
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| Finlay Donovan is Killing It by Elle Cosimano“What a fun, enjoyable romp! Finlay Donovan is mistaken for a hit woman, a desperate wife hires her to kill her husband, and it gets crazy from there. An entertaining, hilarious distraction. Perfect for all the Stephanie Plum fans out there.”
Rosemarie Borsody, Lee Library Association, Lee, MA NoveList read-alike: A Bad Day for Sunshine by Darynda Jones |
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| Honey Girl: A Novel by Morgan Rogers“One of the best parts of this book is the friendships. These friends listen to, support, and love each other. Grace Porter has just finished her PhD in astronomy and goes to Las Vegas to celebrate. She meets a beautiful woman, Yuki, and by the end of the night, they are drunk and married. When Grace goes to New York to visit Yuki, they fall in love all over again. For fans of Queenie and The Bride Test.”
Patti Lang, Pima County Public Library, Tucson, AZ NoveList read-alike: Written in the Stars by Alexandria Bellefleur |
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| The Kindest Lie: A Novel by Nancy Johnson“This novel begins on the eve of the 2008 election at a watch party hosted by Ruth and Xavier. Ruth must soon confess a secret: she had a child as a teenager, but walked away to begin a new life. When she returns to her hometown, she begins a friendship with a troubled 11-year-old white boy. Their connected paths are brilliantly told and explore themes of race, money, and finding your way back home. For fans of Tayari Jones and Jacqueline Woodson.”
Ron Block, Cuyahoga Public Library, Cuyahoga, OH NoveList read-alike: The Mothers by Brit Bennett |
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| The Kitchen Front: A Novel by Jennifer Ryan“WWII era, Great Britain, four women vie for the chance to co-present a BBC radio program helping housewives create tasty meals with their war rations. As these women compete against themselves and each other, the contest threatens to tear the community apart unless they can find common ground and work together for a common good. For readers who enjoyed The All-Girl Filling Station's Last Reunion and The Ship of Brides.”
Jennifer Winberry, Hunterdon County Library, Flemington, NJ NoveList read-alike: Dear Mrs. Bird by A.J. Pearce |
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| Much Ado About You by Samantha Young“Feeling overlooked in her career and her personal life, Shakespeare-loving Evie Starling takes a leap of faith and goes to Northern England to run the Much Ado About Books bookshop. There, she meets a very sexy farmer who makes her want to break her one and only rule for her trip: no men. For readers who loved The Tourist Attraction and Natalie Tan's Book of Luck and Fortune.”
Laura Collins, Lexington Main Library, Lexington, SC NoveList read-alike: Paris is Always a Good Idea by Jenn McKinlay |
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| The Paris Library: A Novel by Janet Skeslien Charles“Parallel narratives, one set in WWII Paris and the other in the U.S. in the 1980s, both featuring librarians and bookstore owners. Your patrons will love it. For fans of The Lions of Fifth Avenue (Davis) and Sarah's Key (de Rosnay).”
Jennifer Schultz, Fauquier County Public Library, Warrenton, VA NoveList read-alike: Resistance Women by Jennifer Chiaverini |
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| The Vineyard at Painted Moon by Susan Mallery“Mackenzie is abruptly divorced, loses her job as winemaker at a prestigious family winery. She hasn't had to be on her own in years. Now she has all kinds of decisions to make. Great relationship fiction with the bonus of learning the inner workings of the wine industry. For fans of Kristin Hannah.”
Gail Christensen, Kitsap Regional Library, Bremerton, WA NoveList read-alike: The Future She Left Behind by Marin Thomas |
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| The Witch's Heart by Genevieve Gornichec“Weaves the rich story of the witch who taught the magic of prophecy to Odin and Freya, married Loki the trickster, and raised the "monsters" who would help bring down Asgard's mightiest rulers. For fans of Circe and The Mists of Avalon.”
Stacy Lienemann, Waseca-Le Sueur Regional Library System, Waseca, MN NoveList read-alike: Gods of Jade and Shadow by Silvia Moreno-Garcia |
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