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Looking for a good book? Ask at the Reference Desk for a suggestion or two. Whether you are a reader who likes romance, mystery, fantasy, science fiction or historical books, our librarians can assist you in finding that next great read.

The Scarecrow–Review

The Scarecrow by Michael Connelly
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I wait for a Michael Connelly crime title like I used to await Christmas morning with great expectation and a bit of dizzy joy. Although instead of ripping off the paper cover and devouring it like a chocolate-covered cherry—I take my time reading it—savoring his musical language and getting to know his characters as they and I are engaged with the clever and stimulating plot. Continue »


The Manual of Detection–Review

The Manual of Detection by Jedediah Berry
berrydetection Unexpectedly promoted to detective when his predecessor goes missing and a supervisor is killed, agency clerk Charles Unwin struggles with inexperience and nerves during a case in which he encounters bizarre clues and is framed for murder. Continue »


New Fiction for June 2009

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Berentson, Jane. Miss Harper can do it. [Smart Funny Women]
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Bond, Larry. Cold choices. [SUSPENSE] Continue »


Revenge of the Spellmans–Review

The Revenge of the Spellmans by Lisa Lutz
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If you have not read any of Lisa Lutz’s delightful Spellman series books: (The Spellman Files, Curse of the Spellmans, Revenge of the Spellmans), then I highly suggest you do so this summer. Continue »


Books By the Lake–July 15, 2009

The next gathering of Beebe Library’s book discussion group, Books By the Lake, is on July 15, 2009 when the book group will meet at a group member’s home for a potluck and a discussion of Doris Kearns Goodwin’s Team of Rivals: The Political Genius of Abraham Lincoln.

People may start arriving at 6:00pm for the potluck. The book discussion will begin at 7:30pm. Continue »


Pride and Prejudice and Zombies-Review

Pride and Prejudice and Zombies: The Classic Regency Romance - Now with Ultraviolent Zombie Mayhem! by Jane Austen and Seth Grahame-Smith.
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This is a delightful parody of a classic that will appeal to both die hard Austen fans with a sense of humor and those who like their zombies meandering and mindless. I laughed so hard in parts that I had to take deep breaths to regain my senses. Continue »