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January 25, 2023 | Adult Review

1/25/2023

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A Single Thread

Chevalier, Tracy

2019, Viking

Fiction

Print copy at library; large print and audiobook available through interlibrary loan; ebook available through Axis360

1932. After the Great War took both her beloved brother and her fiancé, Violet Speedwell has become a "surplus woman," one of a generation doomed to a life of spinsterhood after the war killed so many young men. Yet Violet cannot reconcile herself to a life spent caring for her grieving, embittered mother. After countless meals of boiled eggs and dry toast, she saves enough to move out of her mother's place and into the town of Winchester, home to one of England's grandest cathedrals. There, Violet is drawn into a society of broderers--women who embroider kneelers for the Cathedral, carrying on a centuries-long tradition of bringing comfort to worshippers.

Violet finds support and community in the group, fulfillment in the work they create, and even a growing friendship with the vivacious Gilda. But when forces threaten her new independence and another war appears on the horizon, Violet must fight to put down roots in a place where women aren't expected to grow. Told in Chevalier's glorious prose, A Single Thread is a timeless story of friendship, love, and a woman crafting her own life.

Read a review by Ann Reeves:

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January 25, 2023 | Adult Review

1/25/2023

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Lending a Paw (A Bookmobile Cat Mystery)

Cass, Laurie

2013, Obsidian

Fiction

Print copy and large print copy available through interlibrary loan

With the help of her rescue cat, Eddie, librarian Minnie Hamilton is driving a bookmobile based in the resort town of Chilson, Michigan. But she’d better keep both hands on the wheel, because it’s going to be a bumpy ride…

Eddie followed Minnie home one day, and now she can’t seem to shake the furry little shadow. But despite her efforts to contain her new pal, the tabby sneaks out and trails her all the way to the bookmobile on its maiden voyage. Before she knows it, her slinky stowaway becomes her cat co-pilot!

Minnie and Eddie’s first day visiting readers around the county seems to pass without trouble—until Eddie darts outside at the last stop and leads her to the body of a local man who’s reached his final chapter.

Initially, Minnie is ready to let the police handle this case, but Eddie seems to smell a rat. Together, they’ll work to find the killer—because a good librarian always knows when justice is overdue.

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January 18, 2023 | Middle Grade Review

1/18/2023

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Karen's Witch (Baby-Sitters Little Sister #1)

Farina, Katy 
Martin, Ann M. - original novel

2020, Graphix

Fiction

Grades: 2 - 5; Lexile: GN500L

Print copy at library; ebook available through Libby/Overdrive; original novel and Playayway available through interlibrary loan

Karen Brewer lives next door to Mrs. Porter, who wears long robes and has wild gray hair. Mrs. Porter has a black cat named Midnight and always seems to be working in her garden. Karen isn't supposed to spy on her neighbor, but she's determined to prove that Mrs. Porter is a witch named Morbidda Destiny!Mrs. Porter is getting ready to have a special meeting at her house, and Karen is sure the meeting is for witches. Are they going to cast a spell on Karen? Or will she be brave enough to send them away -- once and for all?

Read a review by Gennifer King:

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January 18, 2023 | Adult Review

1/18/2023

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Simply Korean: Easy Recipes for Korean Favorites That Anyone Can Make

Huh, Aaron

2022, Alpha

Nonfiction

Print copy available through interlibrary loan

If you've always wanted to make your favorite Korean dishes at home, Simply Korean is for you. With streamlined techniques, minimal ingredients, and clear instructions, Aaron and Claire show you the easiest way to make fried rice, bulgogi, kimchi, and more. Learn the best ways to use traditional Korean ingredients, and save money by cooking at home. Includes:
- Introduction to Korean cuisine, including essential ingredients and cooking methods
- How to make restaurant-quality meals at home--shortcuts for boosting flavor and reducing prep
- Easy-to-remember formulas for Korean sauces to make any dish more delicious

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January 11, 2023 | Adult Review

1/11/2023

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The Secret Bridesmaid

Birchall, Katy

2021, St. Martin's Griffin

Fiction

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Sophie Breeze is a brilliant bridesmaid. So brilliant, in fact, that she’s made it her full-time job.

As a professional bridesmaid, Sophie is hired by London brides to be their right-hand woman, posing as a friend but working behind the scenes to help plan the perfect wedding and ensure their big day goes off without a hitch. When she’s hired by Lady Victoria Swann––a former model and “It Girl" of 1970’s London; now the Marchioness of Meade––for the society wedding of the year, it should be a chance for Sophie to prove just how talented she is.

Of course, it’s not ideal that the bride, Lady Victoria’s daughter, Cordelia, is an absolute diva and determined to make Sophie’s life a nightmare. It’s also a bit inconvenient that Sophie finds herself drawn to Cordelia’s posh older brother, who is absolutely off limits. But when a rival society wedding is announced for the very same day, things start to get…well, complicated.

Can Sophie pull off the biggest challenge of her career––execute a high-profile gala for four hundred and fifty guests in record time, win over a reluctant bride, and catch the eye of handsome Lord Swann––all while keeping her true identity a secret, and her dignity intact?

Heartwarming and hilarious, The Secret Bridesmaid celebrates the joys (and foibles) of weddings, the nuances of female friendship, and the redeeming power of love in its many unexpected forms.

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January 11, 2023 | Adult Review

1/11/2023

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The Field Guide to Citizen Science: How You Can Contribute to Scientific Research and Make a Difference

Cavalier, Darlene
Hoffman, Catherine
​Cooper, Caren

2020, Timber Press Inc.

Nonfiction

Print copy at library

Citizen science is the public involvement in the discovery of new scientific knowledge. A citizen science project can involve one person or millions of people collaborating towards a common goal. The citizen science movement is approachable and inclusive, making it an excellent option for people looking for ways to get involved and make a difference.

The Field Guide to Citizen Science—by the expert team at SciStarter—makes it easier than ever for those new to the process to get involved. It explains what citizen science is, explores the various types of projects available, shows how to succeed and stay motivated when you’re participating in a project, and explains how the data are used. The included projects range from passive observation to active data collection. With an upbeat and accessible tone and a lively, illustrated layout, this must-have guide is for anyone looking to join the fun and rewarding world of citizen science.

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January 4, 2023 | Our Favorite Books of 2022

1/4/2023

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In our first Staff Book Reviews post of 2023, we're  looking back at our favorite reads of 2022! Any books that we reviewed last year have links directly to the review posts.

There were so many great books that we read last year, it was very hard to narrow down favorites, so our honorable mentions are at the end of the post!

All books are available in print either from EPLD or through interlibrary loan, some can be checked out in large print, and many can be found as ebooks or audiobooks as well - just do a quick search in RSAcat!
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American Sirens: The Incredible Story of the Black Men Who Became America’s First Paramedics 

Hazzard, Kevin

2022, Hachette Books

Nonfiction

Print copy at library


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Brilliant Maps for Curious Minds: 100 New Ways to See the World 

Wright, Ian

​2019, The Experiment

​Nonfiction

​Print copy available through interlibrary loan

Read our review.


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Cloche and Dagger

McKinlay, Jenn

2013, Berkley Prime Crime

Fiction

Print copy and large print copy available through interlibrary loan


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Crab Cake: Turning the Tide Together

Tsurumi, Andrea

2019, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt

Fiction

Grades Pre-K - 3

Print copy at library


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The Extraordinary Deaths of Mrs. Kip

Brunsvold, Sara

​2022, Revell

Fiction

Print copy at library

Read our review.


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A Girl With a Knife

Rubin, Alina

2022, Alina Rubin

Fiction

Print copy at library

Read our review.


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Heartstopper series

Oseman, Alice

2020. Graphix

Fiction

Grades 8 - 12

Print copies available through interlibrary loan; ebooks available through Libby/Overdrive and Axis360


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The Inheritance Games series

Barnes, Jennifer Lynn

2021, Little, Brown and Company

Fiction

Grades 7 - 12; Lexile 640L

Print copies at library; audiobooks and Playaways available through interlibrary loan; ebooks available through Libby/Overdrive and Axis360


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The Magnificent Lives of Marjorie Post

Pataki, Allison

2022, Ballantine Books

Fiction

Print copy at library; large print copy available through interlibrary loan

Read our review.


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Midnight at the Blackbird Cafe

Webber, Heather

2020, Forge

Fiction

Print copy, large print copy, and audiobook available through interlibrary loan


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Survivor Tree

Colleen, Marcie
Becker, Aaron - illustrator

​2021, Little, Brown and Company

​Nonfiction

​Grades Pre-K - 3

Print copy at library

Read our review.


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The Wedding Dress Sewing Circle

Ryan, Jennifer

​2022, Ballantine Books

​Fiction

Print copy and large print copy at library; ebook available through Axis360

Read our review.


Our honorable mentions for 2022:

Other Birds by Sarah Addison Allen; Are You a Cheeseburger? By Monica Arnaldo; Long Way Home by Lynn Austin; The Women of the Bible Speak: The Wisdom of 16 Women and Their Lessons for Today by Shannon Bream; Fresh Brewed Murder by Emmeline Duncan; Simply Korean: Easy Recipes for Korean Favorites That Anyone Can Make by Aaron Huh; The Christmas Owl: Based on the True Story of a Little Owl Named Rockefeller by Ellen Kalish; When Perfect Isn’t Enough: How I Conquered My Fear of the Proverbs 31 Woman by Nancy Kennedy; Shoe Dog: Young Readers Edition by Philip H. Knight; The Matchmaker's Gift by Lynda Cohen Loigman; A Song of Comfortable Chairs by Alexander McCall Smith; Come Tumbling Down by Seanan McGuire; Arsenic and Adobo by Mia P. Manansala; Saturday at the Food Pantry by Diane O'Neill; Lyric McKerrigan, Secret Librarian by Jacob Sager Weinstein; Emmett and Jez (Adventures in Fosterland) by Hannah Shaw; Crave by Tracy Wolff. 


Happy New Year! We'll be back with new book reviews next week!
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