Pew
by Catherine Lacey
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A quote often attributed to Leo Tolstoy states that "All great literature is one of two stories; a man goes on a journey or a stranger comes to town." In her fourth work of ...
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Rebecca Foster
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Beyond the Book: The History of Church Pews
In Catherine Lacey's novel Pew, the title character is given their name because they are found sleeping on a church pew. The word 'pew' is thought to come from the Dutch 'puye,' meaning the enclosed front area of a building such as a town hall, where... Beyond the Book
Waiting for an Echo
by Christine Montross
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Dr. Christine Montross had been a practicing psychiatrist for nearly a decade when she decided to expand her work into the carceral system by performing competency-to-stand-...
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Lisa Butts
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Beyond the Book: Norway's Halden Prison
Since its opening in 2010, Halden Prison, located in Norway's Østfold region, has been held by many who believe in the necessity of prison reform to be a model institution due to its humane treatment of inmates and emphasis on rehabilitation... Beyond the Book
The Flight Portfolio
by Julie Orringer
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At once a sweeping historical narrative, an insightful character study and a tender romance, Julie Orringer's The Flight Portfolio defies easy categorization. Recounting the ...
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Natalie Vaynberg
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Beyond the Book: Vichy France During World War II
It is a well-known fact that France was occupied by Nazi Germany during World War II. Not only is this chapter in history covered in textbooks and classrooms, it is also frequently the subject of movies and novels. The simplified picture of France at... Beyond the Book
The Color of Air
by Gail Tsukiyama
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Daniel was raised in Hilo, Hawaii by Japanese immigrant parents. Having traveled to the U.S. mainland to study medicine, he worked hard to overcome racial stereotypes and be ...
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Callum McLaughlin
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Beyond the Book: Mauna Loa, the World's Largest Active Volcano
Mauna Loa comprises more than half the landmass of the Big Island, the largest in the chain of islands that make up the state of Hawaii. The world's largest active volcano, it stands at 13,678 feet above sea level but reaches an astonishing 30,000 ... Beyond the Book
With or Without You
by Caroline Leavitt
A moving novel about twists of fate, the shifting terrain of love, and coming into your own.
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He Started It
by Samantha Downing
A new thriller from the twisted mind behind the mega hit My Lovely Wife.
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The Last Flight
by Julie Clark
The story of two women and one agonizing decision that will change the trajectory of both of their lives.
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Every Bone a Prayer by Ashley Blooms
A beautifully honest exploration of healing and of hope.
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From the critically-acclaimed author of the international bestseller VOX comes a ...
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The Color of Air
by Gail Tsukiyama
First, of all, I am a big fan of this author. Samurai's Garden is one of my all time favorite books. This book, with it's Hawaiian setting, diverse characters, poignant...
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The Splendid and the Vile
by Erik Larson
I've read several of Larson's book, but this one was the absolute best. He made WC as lovable and wise as he must've been. Such a colorful character, his vision and ...
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The Last Flight
by Julie Clark
I loved this book from the premise--and it didn't disappoint! Fast paced, yet great attention to character development and detail. I'm a slow reader, but this one kept me...
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Utopia Avenue
by David Mitchell
I want to go on record as being a David Mitchell fan. I believe that The Thousand Autumns of Jacob de Zoet, Black Swan Green, and Cloud Atlas are all brilliant books. So,...
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The Yellow Bird Sings
by Jennifer Rosner
The author’s combination of lyrical and descriptive power enabled me to feel the beauty and love that managed to exist in these most horrific of times. Her superb ...
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The River
by Peter Heller
Best friends Jack and Wynn embark on a river trip which should be idyllic but is not. We know from the first sentence that there is a fire up the river. As they are ...
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