LIBRARY CORNER | 12/22/23

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Merry Christmas from all of us at the library. We hope you are surrounded by those you love, from the babies to the oldies.

Library List for January 2024 is already available. Here are a few books you may look forward to reading. The number one pick for January is Emily Wilde’s Map of the Otherlands by Heather Fawcett. It’s a sequel to her first book, Emily Wilde’s Encyclopedia of Faeries. “After the events of the first book, Emily sets a new goal of creating the first Map of the Folk. Her plans progress well until an attack from Wendell’s stepmother forces Emily to embark on a quest for an elusive door. Will they find it this time? This fun series installment has fantastical new creatures and realms to discover, and the dynamic between Wendell and Emily is sweet and exciting, This is recommended for fans of cozy academia with a dash of magic.” (1-16) Lisa Leinhas

Also high on their list of recommendations is The Busy Body by Kemper Donovan. “A very talented ghostwriter signs on to help a failed female presidential candidate (shades of you know who!) write her memoir. Their initial work weekend is going well until there is a mysterious drowning next door. The politician feels called upon to investigate, taking her ghostwriter along—a Watson to her Holmes. An enjoyable mystery tale ensues.” (1-23) Joan Hipp

First Lie Wins is by Ashley Elston. “Nothing is ever as it seems in this fast-paced novel. All the reader knows is that nothing about Evie is true. It’s her job to lie and wrangle her way into situations, gather info, and create situations that put others at risk. Yet this time, things are different. During a con, someone shows up with her actual birth name and history. This one’s perfect for readers who enjoy books with twists and turns around every corner.” (1-3) Larissa Porach

Daisy Goodwin’s latest, Diva, is a fictional account of the life of Maria Callas. “Readers get behind the scenes of Maria Callas’s life and her complicated relationships. She’d hoped to marry Aristotle Onasis, but instead he wed Jackie Kennedy. Callas ended up alone, even with all the money and accolades for her phenomenal soprano voice. This fictional portrait takes some creative license, but that doesn’t detract from this well-researched portrait of an international superstar.” (1-23) Sandra Meyers

The Clinic is Cate Quinn’s newest. “Meg enters an exclusive rehab facility undercover after the supposed suicide of her sister. In the process, she exposes some ugly truths about the people who profess to have her best interests at heart. Quinn does a terrific job creating quirky characters and keeping readers guessing. The unexpected twists and eerie location make this a great pick for readers in the mood for atmospheric suspense.”  (1-23) Michelle Meeks

The library will be closed Saturday, December 23 through Tuesday, December 26 for Christmas. We’ll also be closed Saturday, December 30 through Monday, January 1 for New Year’s, Happy Holidays!!

Helen Thompson, Director – Mount Pleasant Public Library