Follow the River by James Alexander Thom
Recommended by Colleen in Outreach ServicesColleen's synopsis:
This
novel is based on the true story of Mary Ingles who is taken, along with
her children, by a band of Indians. It is the unbelievable story of
determination, and the will to survive. She says:
I
found this book to be fascinating -- the main characters overcame great
adversity to return to their families. I really enjoy historical
fiction and think this book is a good read.
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Naked by David Sedaris (audio version)
Recommended by Jeff in Technical Services...
Jeff's synopsis:
Naked is a selection of readings based on the author's early life. "The Drama
Bug" is a hilarious tale of what happens in high school after David is
introduced to Shakespeare by a visiting actor and starts to speak Elizabethan
English. He does so on every occasion
from cleaning the house to eating dinner. "Methinks, kind
sir, most gentle lady, fellow siblings all, that this barnyard fowl be most
tasty and succulent..." He says:
I never laugh out loud, but "The Drama Bug" had me laughing so much I
had to stop the car. Not recommended to listen to while driving.
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Escape by Carolyn Jessop
Recommended by Beth in Youth Services... Beth's synopis:
Read one woman's harrowing story of abuse and
daring escape from the Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Later-day
Saints (FLDS).
She says:
This was a very compelling
survival story that you won't be able to put down. It is also very timely with the recent
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Innocent Traitor by Alison Weir
Recommended by Mona in Circulation Services...
Mona's synopis:
Historical fiction of the life of Lady Jane Grey, who reigned England for nine days.
She says:
I was delighted to find a book written about a figure in history
that not much is known about, but around her hinged so much intrigue, religion, and politics. I read half of it in one
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Peace Like a River by Leif Enger
Recommended by Asra in Adult Services...
Asra's synopsis:
Eleven year-old Rube, with kid sister Swede, and a saint-of-a-father Jeremiah are searching for eldest son Davy, who is running
from the law - he defended their home late one night (with a bit too much
enthusiasm) against two school boys who had nothing but harm in mind for the
family.
She says:
I absolutely loved the writing - got lost in
it. All of the characters come alive on the page.
Though the story takes place in modern times, the idyllic setting and lifestyle seems to transport you to the "good ole days." The story also has mysterious aspects to it, as
Jeremiah is a saintly figure.
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