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Must-Read Books August 2025 |
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Jenny Cooper has a secret : a novel by Joy FieldingWhile visiting a friend at memory care facility Legacy Place, Linda meets Jenny, a ninety-two-year-old dementia patient who admits that she kills people; Linda dismisses her“secret” as the confusion of Jenny's ailing mind until a fellow patient dies.
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Savvy Summers and the sweet potato crimes by Sandra Jackson-OpokuWhen Grandy Jaspers, the seventy-five year-old neighborhood womanizer, drops dead at table two of Savvy Summers's soul food cafâe Essie's, she finds herself and her cafâe swamped by bad press. So Savvy and her snooping assistant manager, Penny Lopâes, take it upon themselves to find who really killed Grandy.
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Crossfire by Wilbur A SmithIn 1943, British spy Saffron Courtney sails to New York on a mission to rally support for the war effort while secretly hunting a Nazi spy ring within the British Embassy.
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The incredible kindness of paper : a novel by Evelyn SkyeDecades after a mysterious childhood bond is severed, Chloe and Oliver navigate adult loneliness and lingering trauma in New York City, until a trail of yellow origami roses rekindles memories, hope, and the possibility of reconnection.
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| The Bewitching by Silvia Moreno-GarciaA graduate student researching a mysterious horror author uncovers dark family secrets and a haunting past linked to witchcraft and disappearances spanning decades in this multi-timeline gothic novel. Rich with folklore, suspense, and power struggles, it delivers a chilling tale of legacy, survival, and supernatural terror. |
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when a group of deactivated robots come back online in an abandoned ghost kitchen, they decide to make food-the tastiest hand-pulled noodles around-for the humans of San Francisco. But when their robot-run business starts causing a stir, a targeted wave of one-star reviews threatens to boil over into a crisis. |
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The man who died seven times by Yasuhiko NishizawaHisataro, a young member of the wealthy Fuchigami family, has a mysterious ability. Every now and then he falls into a time-loop in which he is obliged to re-live the same day a total of nine times. One day, his grandfather mysteriously dies... As he returns to the day of the murder time and again, Hisataro begins to unravel its secrets.Can Hisataro solve the mystery of his grandfather's death before his powers run out?"
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The origin of language : how we learned to speak and why by Madeleine BeekmanEvolutionary biologist Madeleine Beekman reveals that faced with highly dependent infants requiring years of nurturing and protection, early human communities needed to cooperate and coordinate, and it was this need for communication that triggered the creation of human language-and changed everything.
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The author takes you on 22 self-guided walks that blend the city's rich history and vibrant culture, with some dishy tidbits thrown in for good measure. You'll discover lesser-known facts behind popular icons and uncover wonderful spots, often hiding in plain sight. |
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Walk yourself well : step into a healthier, happier you by Nina BaroughIn Walk Yourself Well, walking expert Nina Barough will teach you how to make the most out of every step--from mastering your technique and setting your pace to walking in different climates and terrains. Go that extra mile, and get inspired, with Nina's motivational training programs, research backed tips to get the most out of every step, plus inspirational walks from around the world for every level.
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Whatever comes tomorrow by Rebecca Gardyn LevingtonInspired by the author's own experience with anxiety, this reassuring picture book helps readers understand they have the resilience and strength to face whatever comes their way.
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The green kingdom by Cornelia FunkeTwelve-year-old Caspia dreads a summer in Brooklyn—until she finds old letters from a blind girl, each with a plant-themed riddle. As she solves them, Caspia discovers hidden gardens, unexpected friendships, and a new sense of belonging in the city she never wanted to visit. A heartwarming story about growth, discovery, and putting down roots.
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Don't lose Mr. Cuddles : life lessons from Chip the dog by Dev PettyChip and his best friend Mr. Cuddles are inseparable, but now . . . Mr. Cuddles is GONE! Where is he? How will Chip cope without his constant companion? And what role did Mittens the cat have in this mystery?
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The whale rider by Witi IhimaeraEight-year-old Kahu longs for her great-grandfather’s approval, but tradition bars girls from becoming chief. When she discovers she can communicate with whales, Kahu taps into a sacred legacy. With courage and heart, she challenges custom, seeking to lead her tribe and restore ancestral ties.
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What Lolo wants by Cristina OxtraMaria and her beloved Lolo--her grandfather--spend time drawing together, eating ice cream, and watching birds outside their home in the Philippines. Lolo starts to forget names, words and even people entirely. Maria worries--will Lolo forget her? How can she reconnect with Lolo when he's unable to find his words?
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Snoop by Gordon KormanStuck at home with two broken legs, Carter kills time watching live police cams—until spying turns into obsession. He uncovers strange secrets about his town and classmates… but when they realize he’s been watching, Carter might be the one in danger.
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Contact your librarian for more great books!
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