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Kissing Christmas Goodbye by M. C. BeatonBored with the routine cases coming her way, Agatha Raisin finally gets the chance for some excitement with the arrival of her handsome ex, James Lacey, and the poisoning death of a wealthy widow, Mrs. Tamworthy, who had sent Agatha a letter warning that she believed that someone in her family intended to kill her. Find out if Agatha gets the picture-perfect Christmas she's planning!
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The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins ReidWhen an aging and reclusive Hollywood icon selects an unknown magazine reporter to write her life story, the baffled journalist forges deep ties with the actress during a complicated interview process that exposes their tragic common history. I didn't expect to love this book as much as I did. It played in my mind like an old movie with over-the-top people, places, and things. It was truly a joy to read.
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Go to Sleep (I Miss You)by Lucy Knisley Following the completion of her pregnancy graphic memoir, Knisley embarked on a new project - documenting motherhood in short, spontaneous little cartoons posted on Instagram which quickly had a huge cult following. This a collection of the best of those cartoons, a perfect read for expecting parents, new parents, and anyone who loves funny, relatable comics storytelling.
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Dress Coded by Carrie FirestoneFed up with sexist dress codes and unfair conduct standards at a school where girls’ bodies are considered a distraction, Molly starts a podcast where girls can tell their stories, and before long, her small rebellion swells into a revolution. Now girls are standing up for what's right, and they're not backing down. Molly's first-person narration lends a powerful intimacy to the text in this teen level Battle of the Books title. Timely, engaging, and full of heart.
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When No One is Watchingby Alyssa ColeFinding unexpected support from a new friend while collecting stories from her rapidly vanishing Brooklyn community, Sydney uncovers sinister truths about a regional gentrification project and why her neighbors are moving away. When does coincidence become conspiracy? Where do people go when they're pushed out? Can Sydney and Theo trust each other - or themselves - long enough to find out before they too disappear? Rear Window meets Get Out in this gripping thriller.
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The Autobiography of Kathryn Janewayby Una McCormack Kathryn Janeway reveals her career in Starfleet, from her first command to her epic journey through the Delta Quadrant leading to her rise to the top as vice-admiral in Starfleet Command. Discover the story of the woman who travelled further than any human ever had before, stranded decades from home, encountering new worlds and species. This is the third book in a cool series where the captains from different Star Trek series tell their life stories.
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The Secret Lives of Church Ladies by Deesha PhilyawExplores the raw and tender places where black women and girls dare to follow their desires and pursue a momentary reprieve from being good. The nine stories in this collection feature four generations of characters grappling with who they want to be in the world, caught as they are between the church's double standards and their own needs and passions. Raw and authentic, it grabbed hold of me from the start and wouldn't let go.
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The Once and Future Witches by Alix E. HarrowIn the late 1800s, three sisters use witchcraft to change the course of history in a novel of magic amid the suffragette movement. An homage to the indomitable power and persistence of women, this book reimagines stories of revolutions, sapphic love, motherhood, and women's suffrage. In 1893 there's no such thing as witches. But there will be. . . the lost ways are calling. From the author of The Ten Thousand Doors of January.
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Vanessa Yu's Magical Paris Tea shop by Roselle LimVanessa Yu is an accountant with the power of clairvoyance. She travels to a tea shop in Paris to finally learn to control her predictions with the help of her Aunt Evelyn. There, Vanessa finds a new purpose in connecting the people around her and just might find true love for herself as well. Sweet, romantic, and cozy. This feast for the senses will especially appeal to hopeless romantics and to readers who enjoyed Number One Chinese Restaurant or Kitchens of the Great Midwest.
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The Black Kids by Christina Hammonds Reed Perfect for fans of The Hate U Give, this unforgettable coming-of-age debut novel explores issues of race, class, and violence through the eyes of a wealthy black teenager whose family gets caught in the vortex of the 1992 Rodney King Riots. With her world splintering around her, Ashley, along with the rest of LA, is left to question who is the us? And who is the them? An interesting new teen novel.
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Well Met by Jen DeLucaWhile in the small town of Willow Creek, Maryland, to help her sister, Emily is roped into volunteering for the local Renaissance Faire with her teenaged niece. She soon finds herself butting heads with Simon, lead organizer of the Faire, and becomes entangled in a romance that could be real or might just be a performance. A fairy tale romance with a bit of a Pride and Prejudice feel, this book is an easy, feel-good read with fun characters.
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The Low, Low Woods by Carmen Maria Machado Shudder-to-Think, Pennsylvania, is plagued by a mysterious illness that eats away at the memories of those affected by it. El and Octavia are best friends who find themselves the newest victims of this disease. As El and Vee dive deeper into the mystery, they realize the stories of their town hold more dark truth than they could've imagined. It's up to them to keep their town from falling apart...to keep the world safe from Shudder-to-Think's monsters. A graphic novel from the author of Her Body and Other Parties.
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Transcendent Kingdom by Yaa GyasiA follow-up to the best-selling Homegoing finds a sixth-year PhD candidate grappling with the childhood faith of the evangelical church in which she was raised while researching the science behind the suffering that has devastated her Ghanaian immigrant family. A deeply layered novel about faith, science and religion that tells the story of a family ravaged by depressions, addiction, and grief. It is powerful, raw and intimate.
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Heartstopper. Volume 1 by Alice OsemanBoy meet boy. Boys become friends. Boys fall in love. A sweet and charming coming-of-age teen graphic novel that explores friendship, love, and coming out. Shy and softhearted Charlie Spring sits next to rugby player Nick Nelson in class one morning. A warm and intimate friendship follows, and soon develops into something more for Charlie, who doesn't think he has a chance. But love works in surprising ways.
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The Institute by Stephen KingFrom bestselling author King comes a supernatural thriller that finds an abducted youth imprisoned in an inescapable institute, where teens with psychic abilities are subjected to torturous manipulation. As psychically terrifying as Firestarter, and with the spectacular kid power of It, it's a gut-wrenchingly dramatic story of good vs. evil in a world where the good guys don't always win.
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Harrow the Ninth by Tamsyn MuirAfter rocking the cosmos with the first book in the Locked Tomb series, Muir continues the story of the Ninth House in a mind-twisting puzzle box of mystery, murder, magic, and mayhem. Nothing is as it seems in the halls of the Emperor, and the fate of the galaxy rests on one woman's shoulders. The sequel to the trippy SF fantasy Gideon the Ninth is somehow even trippier. You're guaranteed to not understand what's going on 90% of the time, but the writing and characters will make that seem completely unimportant.
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Morality : Restoring the Common Good in Divided Times by Jonathan SacksSacks, a respected faith leader and public intellectual, traces today's crisis to our loss of a strong, shared moral code and our elevation of self-interest over the common good. He leads readers through history to show that there is no liberty without morality and no freedom without responsibility. It is an inspiring vision of a world in which we can all find our place and face the future without fear. An encouraging and helpful read during this challenging time of the pandemic.
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This true-life masterpiece reveals the story of the female spy hidden in plain sight who set the stage for the Cold War—one of the last great intelligence secrets of the 20th century. Over the course of her career she was hunted by the Chinese, Japanese, Nazis, MI5, MI6, and the FBI - and she evaded them all. From access to her diaries and correspondence, Macintyre has written a page-turning history of a legendary secret agent.
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I Have Something to Tell You : A Memoir by Chasten ButtigiegA moving, hopeful, and refreshingly candid memoir by the husband of former Democratic presidential candidate Pete Buttigieg about growing up gay in his small Midwestern town, his relationship with Pete, and his hope for America's future. I like stories of those who have grown up in the Midwest; this one comes with wit, humor and wisdom. I laughed out loud at some of his childhood antics with his brother and often with their father joining in!
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Writing Wild by Kathryn AaltoAalto explores the lasting impact of 25 women writer whose pens have left an indelible mark on the world of nature writing. Parts travel essay, literary biography, and cultural history, Writing Wild ventures into the landscapes and lives of extraordinary writers and encourages a new generation of women to pick up their pens, head outdoors, and start writing wild. This was a great introduction to nature writing and made me want to read more by these writers.
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