Staff Picks - Adult

Created on August 8, 2021, 12:09 pm

Last Updated June 9, 2023, 11:52 am

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Maya needs her mercenary crew back for one last stab at a heist gone wrong. Unfortunately, her shoot-first attitude might get in the way. Beneath the layers of unresolved grudges, murderous AI starships, and vulgar punk rock violence, the author delivers a tale of redemption. - Cuong N
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As letters are banned from use in the story they are also removed from the writing of the book itself, further pulling the reader into the story and adding to the sense of urgency the characters feel as their means of communicating is taken away. A fascinating read! - Chrysalis C
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There are 2 entangled mysteries- what happened to the villagers in the past and what's happening to the film crew now? It's unsettling and creepy and will keep you guessing on where the threats lie and what threats could remain decades later. The audiobook is captivating. - Chrysalis C
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Farrah, a Black teen, is upset that she will have to move when her parents lose their house. She manipulates her way into staying with her best friend, Cherish, a Black girl adopted by rich white parents, but things become murky about who is using whom. Twisty and chilling! - Michelle M
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Camille is unable to move on because the guy who raped her daughter and left her to die was acquitted. After joining a group of grieving mothers, she gets involved in revenge plots and finds herself in over her head. A well-plotted thriller that will keep you turning pages. - Michelle M
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Lydia is 23 years old and dealing with her mother, her job, her crush, her multi-racial identity. She’s also a vampire who has run out of pig blood and is very hungry. This book is a unique take on struggling to find a place in the world despite the obstacles women face. - Michelle M
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Madame Burova spent years telling fortunes on the Brighton boardwalk. She is ready to retire but one secret, one promise remains. Billie's life is imploding. She's lost her job, her husband and just learned she was adopted. How will Madame Burova's and Billie's paths merge? - Karen G
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The Kennedys love their suburb and enjoy having a vacant lot next door. They are unhappy when construction begins there and are unhappier when it seems the new house is making its occupants do awful things. This book turns over a rock to see what is crawling underneath. - Michelle M
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Vibrant, witty, and bursting with delicious-sounding food, My Life in France is not only a memoir. It’s also biography of Julia Child’s transformative cookbook Mastering the Art of French Cooking and the years-long labor of love that led to its creation. - Anna W
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A team of women enters a forest to investigate what happened to a group of men involved in a military skirmish back in 1643. The men who made it out of the woods reported an unsettling experience, and soon the women begin to have their own encounters. Chilling and creepy. - Michelle M
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An American film producer from Hollywood sets out to learn about his family's history and ends up saving his ancestors' castle. DePree's lack of DIY skills and cultural knowledge lead to some hilarious moments. Great for Anglophiles and fans of HGTV. - Janet O
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One of the best contemporary minds in theoretical physics presents an accessible tour of the mystery of time. It provides hints of metaphysics along with insights into how we perceive time and the reality of time, according to Rovelli's research and collaborations. - Miguel R
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A fantastic combination of the mystery experience of "Clue" combined with a mind bending reality reminiscent of "Black Mirror"- nothing is quite what it seems, and nobody can fully be trusted. Definitely a page turner that never lets up, even at the surprising end! - Lucy B
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A complicated story that surprises and challenges the reader. What is faith? What is faith in the face of facts? What is identity? Who has the power to “name” an individual? This story brings to life beautifully the challenges of perception, reality, and belonging. - Anneliesa A
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If you grew up in the 90s, you were probably a fan of the BSC series. This essay collection is filled with nostalgia like how you dotted your i's with hearts or tried to imitate Claudia's wardrobe. Look back at the series with grown up eyes and say hello to your old friends! - Deborah K
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The compelling story of the public health crisis and environmental disaster of Love Canal, both well told by the author and well read by the narrator. For readers who appreciated Blood in the Water and She Said. - Sarah D
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A stunning and heart-wrenching documentary about how the aftermath of a tragic fire led to the exposure of corruption in the Romanian health care system. Following the reporters who wouldn't drop the story and a health minister trying to fix it, it's gripping and timely. - Jennie R
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Monique thinks a (literal) monster stole her girlfriend away while they were living together on the streets. When she goes searching, Monique finds herself deep underground in the midst of a group of cultists who worship a cosmic entity. A quick, creepy read. - Michelle M
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This is a horror book with real gore. This is a book about revenge. This is a book about life on the Blackfeet Reservation in Montana and how that life stays with its residents through time and distance. This is even a book about basketball. This is a book you should read. - Heather C
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