LIBRARY CORNER | 03/31/23

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Hello, April! Here are a few more reasons to visit the library:

  • Mondays—Knit and crochet 9:30 a.m.
  • Tuesdays—Story Time 11 a.m.
  • Saturday, April 1—An Evening of Art @ the Library  6-8 p.m.
  • Tuesday, April 4, through Thursday, April 6—Quilt Show
  • Tuesdays, April 4 and 18—PAWS to Read (Call to register)
  • Thursday, April 6—Book Club 6 p.m. (Someone Else’s Shoes)
  • Monday, April 10—Friends of the Library 6 p.m.
  • Thursday, April 13—Adult Craft (Macrame) 5:30 p.m.
  • Thursday, April 20—Family Night (Trains!) 5:30 p.m.
  • Monday, April 24—Registration begins for Fancy Nancy and T-Rex Tea Parties
  • Tuesdays, April 11 and 25—Painters 1:30 p.m.
  • Friday, April 28—Painters 10 a.m.
  • Thursday, April 27—Annual Pinefest (at the Sports Complex) 6-9 p.m.

Six authors are on the April Library Reads Hall of Fame list, including Emily Henry with Happy Place. “Although they broke up six months ago, Wyn and Harriet pretend they’re still together to avoid disrupting their college friends’ last annual getaway to a cottage in Maine. This book takes the false relationship trope to a whole new level with switching timelines that reveal how this former couple got to where they are now. Every character is flawed, but loveable, and their banter is delightful. Emily Henry fans may have a new favorite!” (4-7) Molly Thatcher

Popular author Elly Griffiths returns with The Last Remains. “Dr. Ruth Galloway faces the closing of the archeology department at the University of North Norfolk while DCI Harry Nelson considers retirement. Both are at a crossroads personally and professionally when the skeleton of a former archeology student is found after disappearing 15 years ago. This intricate mystery is full of red herrings and local color, and features characters who continue to grow in a way that is seldom seen in a series.” (4-25) Stacey Lunsford

The Only Survivors is by Megan Miranda. “A group of former classmates reunite to mark the tenth anniversary of a tragic accident only to have one of the survivors disappear, casting fear and suspicion on the original tragedy. Seven hours in the past. Seven days in the present. Seven survivors remaining. Readers won’t be able to put down this page turner, and will want to reread it to see all the missed clues.” (4-11) Vanneshia Crane

Curtis Sittenfeld makes the list with Romantic Comedy. “The Danny Horst Rule states that a gorgeous male celebrity like Noah Brewster would not fall in love with an average-looking woman like Sally Milz. So, Sally can’t fathom why Noah seems drawn to her as they prepare for the Saturday night comedy show where he is the guest host and she is a staff writer. This is a modern love story with intricately fleshed out characters and fresh dialogue, authentically set during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic.” (4-4) Judy Hayne Sebastian

The Soulmate is Sally Hepworth’s latest. “A tragic situation takes an ominously personal turn when Pippa’s husband, first thought to be an unwitting witness to a stranger’s suicide, is revealed to have a secret connection to the woman. As more is revealed, Pippa wonders if her husband played more of a hands-on role in the woman’s death. Readers will be swept away with this twisty, well-crafted thriller.” (4-4) Sharon Layburn

Also on the list is Abby Jimenez with Yours Truly. “After a terrible first impression, Jacob sends a letter causing Briana to decide to give her irritating coworker a second chance. Surprisingly, she finds him warm and funny. In this eye-opening, brutally honest, and vulnerable romance, the two fall in love while dealing with serious issues such as anxiety and kidney disease. Readers who enjoyed Unlikely Match by Laura Bradbury should enjoy this novel.” (4-11) Brenna Jaco

Happy reading and we’ll look for you in the library!

Helen Thompson, Director – Mount Pleasant Public Library