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Furious Hours

Murder, Fraud, and the Last Trial of Harper Lee

by Cep, Casey N.

Book - 2019

Kiri greatly enjoyed this New York Times bestseller and journalist Cep's debut book! Not so much a whodunit but a how-did-he-get-away-with-it, this is a p...Show more Kiri greatly enjoyed this New York Times bestseller and journalist Cep's debut book! Not so much a whodunit but a how-did-he-get-away-with-it, this is a perfect pick for fans of true crime and political thrillers. The Southern setting and rich descriptions are a brilliantly crafted homage to Harper Lee, which is particularly apt considering the late novelist's relationship with the crime in question. Show less

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This Is How You Lose the Time War

by El-Mohtar, Amal

Downloadable Audiobook - 2019

Simone listened to the audiobook and was enraptured by this time-traveling, enemies-to-lovers tale told through letters. This story has all the intrigue t...Show more Simone listened to the audiobook and was enraptured by this time-traveling, enemies-to-lovers tale told through letters. This story has all the intrigue to keep you interested, and all the beautiful prose to make you fall for the world and the characters. If you're a fan of high-stakes heists, masterful narration, and heartbreakingly beautiful romances, put this one at the top of your TBR! Show less

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Hounded

by Hearne, Kevin

Book - 2011

Nicole recently finished Hounded by Kevin Hearne. This is a fantasy series involving every god and mythical creature imaginable. Irish, Norse, Greek, were...Show more Nicole recently finished Hounded by Kevin Hearne. This is a fantasy series involving every god and mythical creature imaginable. Irish, Norse, Greek, werewolves, vampires, and witches oh my! This is an action-mystery series laced with humor, and best of all, a talking dog. If that doesn't pull you in, you might be a cat person. 10/10 this is a book she will be rereading! Show less

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The Guest List

by Foley, Lucy

Book - 2020

Haylee has recently read and enjoyed this multi-perspective mystery with enough twists to audition for the role of an Auntie Annes pretzel. This book will...Show more Haylee has recently read and enjoyed this multi-perspective mystery with enough twists to audition for the role of an Auntie Annes pretzel. This book will leave you on the edge of your seat until the very end, giving psychological thrills and chills while also providing a cast of characters you truly feel connected to. Haylee grew up on Nancy Drew and if you're like her and you like to solve mysteries, this might be the next book on top of your TBR list! Show less

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River of Teeth

by Gailey, Sarah

Book - 2017

Simone has been recommending this book to anyone who's had the misfortune of asking her what she's read recently. It's a found family historical hippo hei...Show more Simone has been recommending this book to anyone who's had the misfortune of asking her what she's read recently. It's a found family historical hippo heist. What more do you need? If you want masterfully crafted characters, a plot that's easy to follow, and adorable hippos (obviously), River of Teeth has all of that and more. By the end, you'll understand why the American Government did not follow through with its plan to introduce hippos to the Louisiana swamps in the early 1900s (yes, that's a real thing that almost happened). Show less

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Ripple

A Long, Strange Search for A Killer

by Cosgrove, Jim

Book - 2022

This book "Ripple" appealed to me because it was a true story. It revolves around a prominent Kansas City family, the McGonigles and the disappe...Show more This book "Ripple" appealed to me because it was a true story. It revolves around a prominent Kansas City family, the McGonigles and the disappearance and unsolved mystery of the murder of one of the sons. The McGonigles owned and operated a meat market in the south Kansas City area. For years if you wanted special meat or even seafood not carried in local supermarkets, McGonigles was the place to go. The author was friends with some of the children of the family and therefore was aware of the distress and turmoil the loss of this son caused the family. The author wondered and questioned for years what had happened to Frank McGonigle. The result is a deep dive into missing persons reports, unidentified bodies across the U.S. and determined perseverance. A trail was discovered and pieces of the puzzle began to fall into place. I was particularly drawn to this book because living in the Kansas City area all my life, McGonigles Market was a name widely viewed as the pinnacle of fine victuals. However, a reader would not have to be a local to appreciate the determination it took to track down all the many leads and to keep going after running into many dead ends. Show less

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Paradise Falls

The True Story of An Environmental Catastrophe

by O'Brien, Keith

Book - 2022

Haylee didn't know about the Love Canal disaster until she just recently finished a class on Environmental History, and in an effort to pursue further kno...Show more Haylee didn't know about the Love Canal disaster until she just recently finished a class on Environmental History, and in an effort to pursue further knowledge she found this book! It reads like fiction but is entirely factual on the story of the mothers that started an environmental social war with the United States government in the 1970's. Keith O'Brien did an incredible job of bringing this issue back into the minds of readers, over forty years after it left the social eye. Show less

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Guards! Guards!

by Pratchett, Terry

eBook - 2009

The late, great Sir Terry Pratchett is probably Kiri's favorite author of all time. The first in the sub-series of City Watch books is an excellent starti...Show more The late, great Sir Terry Pratchett is probably Kiri's favorite author of all time. The first in the sub-series of City Watch books is an excellent starting point for anyone interested in jumping into the mega-series of Discworld novels. Like all of Pratchett's work, there's more to this novel than meets the eye: while it's easy to label this as a satire of a cop thriller and/or fantasy novel (and, yes, it's both), there are also poignant discussions of aging, alcoholism, lost opportunities, and new beginnings. And dragons. Always bloody dragons. Show less

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The Goblin Emperor

by Addison, Katherine

Book - 2014

Jeff from Grandview recommends this fantasy novel! The Goblin Emperor by Katherine Addison. "This book hits all the right high fantasy notes with a d...Show more Jeff from Grandview recommends this fantasy novel! The Goblin Emperor by Katherine Addison. "This book hits all the right high fantasy notes with a dash of steampunk thrown in, and it is a much-needed antidote if you've had your fill of dark and gritty stories full of morally ambiguous antiheroes. " Show less

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Not A Happy Family

by Lapeña, Shari

Book - 2021

Violet from Grandview loves this thrilling suspense novel that has the manipulative deliciousness expected from a Shari Lapena novel. I like the book 'Not...Show more Violet from Grandview loves this thrilling suspense novel that has the manipulative deliciousness expected from a Shari Lapena novel. I like the book 'Not a Happy Family' because it keeps your interest through multiple perspectives and a thrilling story! Shari Lapena does an excellent job showing the messed-up inner workings of the upper-class family-- the Merton's. The book reminds me of the movie 'Knives Out'! Show less

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Circe

by Miller, Madeline

Book - 2018

Caity from Grandivew recommends a retelling of a classic Greek myth! This unique take on Circe was captivating from beginning to end. Madeline Miller's wr...Show more Caity from Grandivew recommends a retelling of a classic Greek myth! This unique take on Circe was captivating from beginning to end. Madeline Miller's writing pulled me in and made it easy for me to relate to Circe as she faced banishment from everything she once knew. The story of Circe, while at times heartbreaking, was a story of survival and overcoming circumstances beyond our control. It left me feeling empowered and hopeful by the story's end. I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a retelling of classic stories and Greek mythology! Show less

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Pretty Things

by Brown, Janelle

Book - 2020

Violet also loved Pretty Things by Janelle Brown, a tale of social media deciet. I like the book 'Pretty Things' by Jeanelle Brown. It follows a con-artis...Show more Violet also loved Pretty Things by Janelle Brown, a tale of social media deciet. I like the book 'Pretty Things' by Jeanelle Brown. It follows a con-artist in her lastest quest. It keeps you hooked with twists and turns that had me up late reading it! I love mystery/thriller type books and this has to be one of my favorites. Show less

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