New books for Adults
All you have to do is call
Maher, Kerri, author
2023
"Chicago, early 1970s: Who does a woman call when she needs help? Jane. The best-known secret in the city, Jane is an underground women's health organization composed entirely of women helping women, empowering them to live lives free from the expectations of society by offering reproductive counseling and safe, illegal abortions. Veronica, Jane's founder, prides herself on the services she has provided to thousands of women, yet the price of others' freedom is that she leads a double life. When she's not at Jane, Veronica plays the role of a conventional housewife--which becomes even more difficult during her own high-risk pregnancy. Two more women in Veronica's neighborhood are grappling with similar disconnects. Margaret, a young professor at the University of Chicago, secretly volunteers at Jane as she falls in love with a man whose attitude toward his ex-wife increasingly disturbs her. Patty, who's long been content as a devoted wife and mother, has begun to sense that something essential is missing from her life. When her runaway younger sister Eliza shows up unexpectedly, Patty is forced to come to terms with what it really means to love and support a sister. In this historic moment when the personal was nothing if not political, when television, movies, and commercials told women they'd "come a long way, baby," Veronica, Margaret, and Patty must make choices that will change the course of their lives forever"-- Provided by publisher
Asteroid City
2023
The itinerary of a Junior Stargazer/Space Cadet convention (organized to bring together students and parents from across the country for fellowship and scholarly competition) is spectacularly disrupted by world-changing events.
Astor : the rise and fall of an American fortune
Cooper, Anderson, author
2023
The story of the Astors is a quintessentially American story - of ambition, invention, destruction, and reinvention. Over the ensuing generations, Astors ruled Gilded Age New York society and inserted themselves into political and cultural life, but also suffered the most famous loss on the Titanic. Featuring black-and-white and colour photographs, this book chronicles the lives of the Astors and explore what the Astor name has come to mean in America - offering a window onto the making of America itself.
Between us : a novel
McFarlane, Mhairi, author
2023
While celebrating a birthday, an engagement and the launch of a new tv show a group of friends discovers that the program is closely based on Roisin and Joe's relationship and it's messier than anyone imagined.
Bright young women
Knoll, Jessica, author.
2023
The book opens on a Saturday night in 1978, hours before a soon-to-be-infamous murderer descends upon a Florida sorority house with deadly results. The lives of those who survive, including sorority president and key witness, Pamela Schumacher, are forever changed. Across the country, Tina Cannon is convinced her missing friend was targeted by the man papers refer to as the All-American Sex Killer--and that he's struck again. Determined to find justice, the two join forces as their search for answers leads to a final, shocking confrontation.
Chile '76
2023
Carmen leads a sheltered upper-middle-class existence. She heads to her summer house in the off-season to supervise its renovation, while also performing local charitable works through her church. Her husband, children, and grandchildren come back and forth during the winter vacation, bringing reminders of the world beyond. When the family priest asks her to take care of an injured young man he has been sheltering in secret, Carmen is inadvertently drawn into the world of the Chilean political opposition and must face real-world threats she is unprepared to handle, with potentially disastrous consequences for her and her entire family.
Cobra Kai. Season 4
2022
Prosperous L.A. car dealer Daniel LaRusso (Ralph Macchio) still felt the sting of losing Mr. Miyagi, the mentor who schooled him in martial arts as a teen. Down-and-out janitor Johnny Lawrence (William Zabka) sought new purpose by reopening the controversial dojo where he trained in his youth.
Dead on target
Beaton, M. C., author
2023
A visit to the local village fete for a spot of fun and relaxation turns into a nightmare for Agatha Raisin when she discovers the body of the local landowner in the woods. Agatha's old adversary, Detective Chief Inspector Wilkes, declares the death a tragic accident, but Agatha is convinced of foul play. Determined to find the killer, Agatha launches her own investigation, quickly becoming involved with a family at war, an unscrupulous gangster - and a killer who is determined to make her the next victim.
Fraiche food, fuller hearts : wholesome everyday recipes made with love
Harris, Jillian, author
2023
Inspired by cozy memories of those sweet, simple days enjoying wholesome meals together with their large close-knit family, bestselling authors and cousins Jillian Harris and Tori Wesszer share an all-new collection of favourite recipes straight from the heart of their bustling kitchens. Featuring over 135 everyday recipes along with some beloved classics that have a modern, healthyish, often plant-forward twist, inspired by the smart hacks their moms and granny used to whip up memorable, easy-to-make meals
The golden gate
Chua, Amy, author
2023
Berkeley, California, 1944. A presidential candidate is assassinated. A rich industrialist with enemies among the anarchist factions on the far left, Walter Wilkinson could have been targeted by any number of groups. But strangely, Homicide Detective Al Sullivan's investigation brings up the death of seven-year-old Iris Stafford ten years earlier. Determined not to let anything distract him from the truth, Sullivan follows his investigation to its devastating conclusion.
Hellburner
Maden, Mike, author
2023
Juan Cabrillo's Corporation of mercenaries may have finally met its match in The Pipeline - a criminal syndicate passed down from father to son across generations. A group that sits with its finger on the trigger of a torpedo so deadly it could level entire cities. With millions of innocent civilians hanging in the balance, the Oregon's crew must unravel a tangle of drug-smuggling routes and international conspiracies spanning from the Aegean Sea to the Indian Ocean, putting their lives on the line to find the weapon before its countdown hits zero.
Knockout
MacLean, Sarah, author.
2023
One of the Hell's Belles-a group of vigilantes operating outside the notice of most of London, Lady Imogen Loveless, who has a penchant for experiments and explosives, meets her match in a brilliant detective who, caught up in her chaotic world, tempts her like no other.
The lost supper : searching for the future of food in the flavors of the past
Grescoe, Taras, author
2023
Many of us are worried about the impacts of globalization, pollution, and biotechnology on our diets. Taras Grescoe explores an idea that is quickly spreading among restaurateurs, food producers, and scientists around the world: that the key to healthy and sustainable eating lies in looking back to the foods that have sustained us through our half-million-year existence as a species. From Ancient Roman fish sauce to Aztec caviar to the long-thought-extinct silphium, Grescoe sets out a provocative case: in order to save these foods, he argues, we've got to eat them.
The lover : a novel
Sacks, Rebecca, author.
2023
The story of Allison and Eyal unfolds primarily in Tel Aviv where Allie, a thoughtful and intelligent academic searching for a sense of where she belongs in the world, falls deeply and unexpectedly in love with a young Israeli doing his military service. Their love story is sensual, filled with pleasure, longing, fear, moments of deep connection, failures of communication, and ultimately, a quiet and devastating betrayal. But when Eyal returns home from an invasion of Gaza, Allie has changed so radically that her betrayal of her lover feels both shocking and tragic.
Modern fables : essays
Jacobsen, Mikka, author.
2022
A darkly funny, feminist collection of essays about modern love and the places we come from. In this darkly funny book about love in the digital age, Mikka Jacobsen challenges the notion that a single woman in her thirties writing about love is simply desperate. Instead, in an unflinching collage of coming-of-age narratives, she both elevates singledom and upholds the value of finding profound love.
More perfect
Oh, Temi, author
2023
"Using the myth of Eurydice as a structure, this riveting science fiction novel is set in a near-future London where it has become popular for folks to have a small implant that allows one access to a more robust social media experience directly as an augmented reality. However, the British government has taken oversight of this access to an extreme, slowly tilting towards a dystopian overreach, all in the name of safety."-- Publisher marketing.
Murder and mamon
Manansala, Mia P., author.
2023
Lila Macapagal's godmothers April, Mae, and June - AKA the Calendar Crew - are celebrating the opening of their latest joint business venture, a new laundromat. What should've been a joyous occasion quickly turns into a tragedy when they discover the body of Ninang April's niece next to a chilling message painted on the floor. The Calendar Crew have stuck their noses into everybody's business for years, but now the tables are turned as Lila must pry into the Calendar Crew's lives to figure out who has a vendetta against the aunties and stop them before they strike again.
North woods : a novel
Mason, Daniel (Daniel Philippe), author
2023
When a pair of young lovers abscond from a Puritan colony, little do they know that their humble cabin in the woods will become home to an extraordinary succession of inhabitants. As each one confronts the mysteries of the north woods, they come to realize that the dark, raucous, beautiful past is very much alive. Traversing cycles of history, nature, and even literature, this novel shows the myriad, magical ways in which we're connected to our environment and to one another, across time, language and space.
Poker face. Season one
2023
Charlie Cale is a down-on-her-luck cocktail waitress with an uncanny ability to sniff out the truth. After crossing a bloodthirsty mobster, Charlie hits the road in her trusty Plymouth Barracuda, encountering new friends, unsolved mysteries, and danger everywhere she turns.
Roaming
Tamaki, Jillian, 1980-, author, illustrator
2023
Spring break, 2009. Five days, three friends, and one big city. Over the course of a much-anticipated trip to New York, an unexpected fling blossoms between casual acquaintances and throws a long-term friendship off-balance. Emotional tensions vibrate wildly against the resplendently illustrated backdrop of the city, capturing a spontaneous queer romance in all of its fledgling glory. Slick attention to the details of a bustling, intimidating metropolis are softened with a palette of muted pastels, as though seen through the eyes of first-time travelers. The awe, wonder, and occasional stumble along the way come to life with stunning accuracy.
Salad seasons : vegetable-forward dishes all year
Prakash, Sheela, author
2023
"With a focus on approachable, flexible recipes that are easy to prepare and bring vegetables to the center of the plate, Salad Seasons will inspire home cooks to eat well and live well. The recipes in Salad Seasons not only span all four seasons, but show off salads' versatility as both vibrant main dishes--such as Brown-Buttered Brussels Sprouts and Orecchiette Salad and Smashed Potato and Chorizo Sheet Pan Salad--and as fresh side dishes, like Israeli Corn Salad and Bittersweet Radicchio Salad. Also included are a handful of playful fruit salads, like Strawberry-Rhubarb Salad with Lavender Honey and Citrus Salad, which make for unfussy, modern desserts"-- Provided by publisher.
The school of photography : beginner's guide
Newton, Marc, author
2023
The school of photography : beginner's guide will take you to an advanced level in no time and fill any gaps in photography knowledge that may be holding you back from reaching your full potential. You'll be able to use your camera confidently in all the manual modes and apply the knowledge gained to any situation. Put and end to confusion and ensure your shots stack up against any professional-looking photography, whether you're a beginner, keen enthusiast or someone looking to make photography your career.
Semi-detached
Ruth, Elizabeth, author.
2023
In December 2013, an ice storm echoing one that took place seventy years earlier buries the city where realtor Laura Keys is preparing to sell a semi-detached house for the comatose homeowner. As Laura prepares the house for showing and sale, she uncovers more about its owner, Eddie (Edna Ferguson) and Eddie's ill-fated relationship with her boss's daughter in 1944. Meanwhile, Laura is also navigating the fate of her own relationship with her wife Catalina (Cat), which has been buckling under the weight of Laura's infertility.