This Week’s Book Picks from Your Local Library

It looks like it’s going to be a rainy weekend. 

If you’re hoping to find a new book to fill your free time, you’re in luck – the staff members at the have some suggestions. This week’s adult recommendations were written by public services assistant Rachel Vaughn. The teen’s book recommendation was written by Teen Librarian Diane Wilson.

For adults:

The American Heiress by Daisy Goodwin

It’s what 19th century American heiresses were expected to do: Seek out an English nobleman, inherit their title, and live happily ever after. But when Cora Cash, daughter to one of the richest families in the States, marries Ivo, Duke of Wareham, she quickly realizes this is not a fairytale. Her new money does not fit in with the British aristocratic ways and Ivo is distant and holding onto dark secrets. Cora must navigate the vicious British social ranks while trying to unravel Ivo’s secretive past.

Long Drive Home by Will Allison

Glen’s life changes as fast as his road rage impulse. His snap decision to teach a driver a lesson takes a fatal turn when the driver of the other car dies as a result. Glen lies when the police arrive, starting a dangerous web of guilt and fear that is only compounded by the fact that his 7-year-old daughter was riding in the back seat and witnessed the whole thing. How does a family deal with an unexpected tragedy of this caliber?

For teens:

Before I Fall by Lauren Oliver 

In this affecting and original page-turner, 17-year-old Samantha Kingston dies. But that's not the end of her story. Instead, she relives her last day over and over again, seven times. Can Sam figure out why she's getting these extra chances--and what she needs to do to find redemption? Recommended for grades 9 and up.

Summaries are based in part from information in the library's catalogue.