Fiction
The Pilgrim's Progress from This World to That Which
Is to Come and Grace Abounding to the Chief of Sinners
BR 15964
by John Bunyan
4 volumes
Two classic works by English Puritan John Bunyan (1628-1688). In
the allegorical tale Pilgrim's Progress, the protagonist,
burdened by sin, leaves the City of Destruction to find Zion, the
city of God. His journey embodies Christian teachings. In
Grace Abounding, Bunyan recounts his conversion and
spiritual growth. 2004.
Kiss Me Again BR 15984
by Lisa Jackson and others
3 volumes
Four short stories about women who find love in different ways.
In "The Marrying Kind" by Debbie Macomber, Jason Ingram meets his
first true love a few days before his wedding. In "The Brass
Ring" by Lisa Jackson, Dr. Shawna McGuire's fiancé has
amnesia. Explicit descriptions of sex. 2005.
The Castlemaine Murders: A Phryne Fisher Mystery BR
16116
by Kerry Greenwood
2 volumes
Australia. When Phryne Fisher, her two daughters, her younger
sister, and her Chinese lover visit an amusement park, their day
of fun is cut short: Phryne discovers a mummified corpse,
complete with a bullet hole. As Phryne investigates, she and her
family receive death threats. 2002.
Burned: A Regan Reilly Mystery BR 16118
by Carol Higgins Clark
2 volumes
Los Angeles private investigator Regan Reilly, about to be
married, joins her girlfriend Kit Callan in Hawaii for a last
fling. When the body of the resort's social director, Dorinda
Dawes, washes ashore, the hotel manager persuades Regan to
investigate. Suspects include assorted guests and a local
millionaire. 2005.
Every Boy's Got One BR 16120
by Meg Cabot
3 volumes
In an adventure that unfolds through travel diaries and e-mails,
reporter Cal Langdon and cartoonist Jane Harris clash at first as
they travel to Italy to witness their best friends' elopement.
But when wedding plans hit a snag, they cooperate to obtain a
necessary document and fall in love. 2005.
Rosie Dunne BR 16122
by Cecelia Ahern
4 volumes
Irish childhood friends Rosie and Alex keep in touch through the
years. Both plan for college in the United States, but Rosie gets
pregnant and remains in Ireland while Alex attends Harvard. Over
time the two miss opportunities to declare their love for each
other. Some strong language. 2005.
The Virginian: A Horseman of the Plains BR 16196
by Owen Wister
4 volumes
Centennial edition of the classic western tale told by an
easterner who, while visiting a Wyoming ranch, is impressed by a
slow-talking, quick-witted cowboy known only as the Virginian.
The Virginian falls for schoolteacher Molly Wood, but a feud with
a ranch hand threatens their courtship. Some violence. 1902.
A Factory of Cunning BR 16200
by Philippa Stockley
3 volumes
1784. A French noblewoman-turned-madam arrives in London planning
to find a husband and resume her craft. Calling herself Mrs. Fox,
she infiltrates society and becomes the instrument of revenge
against notorious aristocrat Earl Much, art collector and
debaucher of young women. Some strong language. 2005.
Sweet Nothings: The Coulter Family, Book 3 BR 16208
by Catherine Anderson
4 volumes
Molly Wells steals a valuable but abused racehorse from her ex-
husband. She takes the animal to the ranch of "horse whisperer"
Jake Coulter in Oregon for help. There Molly remains in hiding.
Explicit descriptions of sex, some violence, and some strong
language. 2002.
The Serpent on the Crown: An Amelia Peabody Mystery, Book 17
BR 16210
by Elizabeth Peters
3 volumes
Egypt, 1922. Archaeologist Amelia Peabody Emerson and her family
are at their house on the Nile when author Magda Petherick
arrives with an ancient statue she believes is cursed. When Magda
is murdered, Amelia and her husband and son investigate the crime
as well as the relic's history. 2005.
Pinned BR 16217
by Alfred C. Martino
2 volumes
Seniors Ivan and Bobby compete on rival New Jersey high school
wrestling teams. While vying for a state championship that would
lead to college scholarships, each boy keeps a demanding training
schedule and copes with family problems. Strong language and some
descriptions of sex. For senior high readers. 2005.
Gonna Lay Down My Burdens BR 16218
by Mary Monroe
3 volumes
Belle Helene, Alabama. Thirty-year-old African American Carmen
has experienced many tragedies in her life. She is about to marry
an old boyfriend she doesn't love when her best friend, Desiree,
involves her in a crime--and the two women flee town. Strong
language, some descriptions of sex, and some violence. 2002.
Lone Calder Star: Calder Saga, Volume 9 BR 16219
by Janet Dailey
3 volumes
Chase Calder of Montana sends his grandson Quint Echohawk to the
family's ranch in Texas to prevent a takeover by millionaire Max
Rutledge. Quint, a former ATF agent, encounters trouble but gets
help from Empty Garner and his beautiful granddaughter Dallas.
Some violence. 2005.
ImPossible BR 16221
by Danielle Steel
3 volumes
Widowed gallery owner Sasha Boardman offers a contract to bad-boy
artist Liam Allison. Soon conservative Sasha and staunch-
nonconformist Liam begin an affair--though he is married and
nearly a decade younger. Differences, complications, and
personality clashes threaten their dramatic romance. Strong
language and some descriptions of sex. 2005.
The Sea BR 16232
by John Banville
2 volumes
Middle-aged Irish widower Max Morden retreats to the seaside
where he spent his boyhood summers to mourn the loss of his wife,
Anna. While his grown daughter tries to console him, he confronts
the past and his relationship with the wealthy Grace family.
Strong language. Man Booker Prize. Bestseller 2005.
Best Foot Forward BR 16240
by Joan Bauer
1 volume
In this sequel to Rules of the Road (BR 11821), Jenna has
returned to school and to her job with Mrs. Gladstone at the shoe
store. Jenna copes with many changes there, including Tanner
Cobb, a new employee with a police record. For junior and senior
high readers. 2005.
In the Shadow of the Peacock BR 16296
by Grace Edwards-Yearwood
3 volumes
Frieda's husband dies during the 1943 Harlem riots while trying
to save a trapped woman. Afterwards Frieda protects her daughter
Celia from the dangers and temptations of the world. But Celia
grows up and falls in love. Strong language, some descriptions of
sex, and some violence. 1988.
The Razor's Edge BR 16302
by W. Somerset Maugham
3 volumes
Twenty-year-old WWI aviator Larry Darrell leaves Chicago and
heads to Paris seeking truth and meaning. In Larry's prolonged
absence, his fiancée, Isabel, marries wealthy broker Gray
Maturin. Ruined by the depression years later, Isabel and her
family relocate to Paris, where she and Larry reassess life and
love. 1943.
Million Dollar Dilemma BR 16345
by Judy Baer
3 volumes
Minneapolis, Minnesota. Twenty-eight-year-old preacher's daughter
Cassia Carr inadvertently participates in an office lottery pool
and wins twenty million dollars. When Cassia decides to donate
her ill-gotten wealth, her neighbor Adam Cavanaugh, a Pulitzer
Prize-winning journalist and lapsed Christian, tries to convince
her to contribute the money to impoverished Africans. 2005.
Hard Truth BR 16347
by Mariah Stewart
2 volumes
Lorna Stiles revisits her family's farm, where a girlhood friend,
Melinda, disappeared at age nine. Melinda's brother Jason was
suspected of killing Melinda, but he vanished, too. Now Jason's
remains materialize, and police arrest his mother. Lorna enlists
ex-FBI agent T.J. Dawson to investigate. Strong language and some
violence. 2005.
The Two-Minute Rule BR 16364
by Robert Crais
3 volumes
After serving ten years in prison, forty-six-year-old bank robber
Max Holman is released on parole only to discover his estranged
son--an LAPD policeman--has been murdered. Max contacts ex-FBI
agent Katherine Pollard--the very agent who arrested him--to help
him find his son's killers. Strong language and some violence.
Bestseller 2006.
Two Moons BR 16374
by Thomas Mallon
3 volumes
Washington, D.C.; 1877. When mathematically gifted Cynthia May, a
thirty-five-year-old widow, applies for the human "computer"
position at the Naval Observatory, she is only looking for a
better job. But her life changes forever as she encounters a
young astronomer, an astrologer, and a powerful, corrupt senator.
2000.
The Penelopiad BR 16454
by Margaret Atwood
1 volume
Penelope is in Hades recalling the events of her life in this
contemporary retelling of the ancient Greek tale of the faithful
wife of Odysseus and her twelve hanged maids. 2005.
White Apples BR 16458
by Jonathan Carroll
3 volumes
Surreal journey of philanderer Vincent Ettrich, who dies and is
resurrected by his pregnant girlfriend. Ettrich struggles to
comprehend the mystery of his new life and to protect the unborn
child who, he discovers, is crucial to the salvation of the
universe. Strong language and some descriptions of sex. 2002.
Inexcusable BR 16460
by Chris Lynch
1 volume
High school senior and football star Keir believes he's a "good
guy" who can do no wrong. When his behavior spins out of control,
escalating into date rape on graduation night, Keir is forced to
assess his morals. Some strong language. For senior high readers.
National Book Award Finalist. 2005.
The House BR 16461
by Danielle Steel
3 volumes
San Francisco. A client has left workaholic lawyer Sarah Anderson
an unexpected inheritance with the caveat to have fun with the
money. Sarah decides to renovate a mansion and becomes absorbed
in its history. Soon she finds herself falling in love with
architect Jeff Parker. Some strong language. Bestseller 2006.
Two Little Girls in Blue BR 16462
by Mary Higgins Clark
2 volumes
A kidnapper takes three-year-old identical twins Kelly and Kathy
Frawley from their Connecticut home. After a ransom payment, only
one child returns, with a note claiming the other is dead. But
Kelly telepathically hears her sister calling her and gives their
parents hope that Kathy is still alive. Bestseller 2006.
A Christmas Guest BR 16464
by Anne Perry
1 volume
Cantankerous Grandmama, from the Charlotte and Thomas Pitt
series, solves a mystery of her own after a visiting relative is
murdered during the holidays. The family's indifference to the
death raises Grandmama's suspicions. Along the way she uncovers
secrets and discovers the meaning of Christmas. 2005.
Grimm's Last Fairytale BR 16473
by Haydn Middleton
2 volumes
Journeying through his homeland, the elderly professor Jacob
Grimm recalls his childhood when he and his brother, Wilhelm,
listened to the stories of their mother. His memories are
interwoven with a retelling of The Sleeping Beauty and the
tales of his companions, his niece, and a servant. 1999.
Played BR 16474
by Dana Davidson
2 volumes
In order to join a fraternity at his Detroit high school Ian must
make Kylie want him. Ian is surprised when he is the one who
falls in love, while Kylie tries to suppress her suspicions and
enjoy their relationship. Some descriptions of sex. For senior
high readers. 2005.
Full Service BR 16477
by Will Weaver
2 volumes
In the summer of 1965, teenager Paul Sutton, a northern Minnesota
farm boy, takes a job at a gas station in town. His strict
religious upbringing is challenged by the people and situations
he encounters during his employment. For senior high readers.
2005.
The Way West BR 16478
by A.B. Guthrie
3 volumes
1840s. Dick Summers has been to Oregon before, but now that his
wife has died he decides to return. He will guide a group of men
and women from Missouri on the difficult journey along the Oregon
Trail. Sequel to The Big Sky ( BR 14920). Pulitzer Prize.
1949.
Then He Ate My Boy Entrancers: More Mad, Marvy Confessions of
Georgia Nicolson BR 16480
by Louise Rennison
2 volumes
British teenager Georgia Nicolson continues to list all her
madcap adventures in her journal. When the family goes to
Memphis, Hamburger-a-gogo land (U.S.A.), Georgia and her best
friend try to track down Georgia's current crush, Masimo, who's
visiting relatives in New York. For senior high readers. 2005.
S Is for Silence: A Kinsey Millhone Mystery BR 16508
by Sue Grafton
3 volumes
California PI Kinsey Millhone is hired by Daisy Sullivan to
investigate her mother's disappearance. Violet Sullivan never
returned from a Fourth of July fireworks display thirty-four
years ago when Daisy was six. Descriptions of sex, violence, and
strong language. Bestseller 2005.
Beasts of No Nation BR 16528
by Uzodinma Iweala
1 volume
Schoolboy Agu is forced to join guerrilla fighters when civil war
erupts in his West African nation. In the company of other child
soldiers, he becomes disassociated from his comfortable family
home and abruptly accustomed to brutality and killing as he seeks
to please his commandant. Violence. 2005.
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