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The At Home Reader is a bi-monthly newsletter produced by the Library's Outreach Department that features new and popular books, tapes, and other material of interest to readers.
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Cooper, Helene The House at Sugar Beach The author traces her childhood in war-torn Liberia and her reunion with a foster sister who had been left behind when her family fled the region. Also available in large print and on compact disc. 2008 Appears on the following book lists:  Extraordinary Lives
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Crais, Robert Chasing Darkness: An Elvis Cole Novel Three years ago, Elvis Cole cleared an innocent man of murder. When the defendant is found dead, holding photos of the victim, Cole is the one on trial. He and Joe Pike race the LAPD to uncover the truth. Also available in large print and on compact disc. 2008 Other formats available | ||||||
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Curtis, Tony American Prince: A Memoir The legendary actor chronicles his odyssey from hard-knock childhood as the son of immigrant parents to Hollywood success, and his life as an artist at age 80. Also available in large print and on compact disc. 2008 Other formats available | ||||||
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Delinsky, Barbara The Secret Between Us The lives of Deborah Monroe’s children are in turmoil after her bitter divorce. When she picks up her daughter from a party on a dark rainy night, Monroe takes the blame for the car accident that her daughter caused when she insisted on driving home. This honest telling of a family dealing with weighty issues asks the question “How far would you go to protect your child from harm?” Reviewed by Lin M., Outreach Staff. Also available in large print and on compact disc. 2008 Other formats available | ||||||
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Goodwin, Doris Kearns Team of Rivals: The Political Genius of Abraham Lincoln Goodwin’s impeccable research translates into a masterpiece of historical, political and biographical importance about its subject, Abraham Lincoln. Made to feel physically present in every meeting and decision-making event, one reads faster so they can turn pages quicker and not miss a moment of the action and suspense. Reviewed by Paul M., Deposit Collection Volunteer Also available on compact disc. 2005 Appears on the following book lists: Barack Obama's Favorite Books
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Grippando, James Born to Run Intrepid Miami attorney Jack Swyteck comes to the aid of his father as he investigates the suspicious hunting death of the vice president. Also available in large print and on compact disc. 2008 Other formats available | ||||||
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Kincaid, Gregory D. A Dog Named Christmas When a shelter is looking for homes for dogs over the holidays, Todd, a developmentally challenged man, takes in a special canine and teaches the community about the power of love and goodwill. Also available on compact disc. 2008 Other formats available | ||||||
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Lamont, Joyce Joyce Lamont's Favorite Minnesota Recipes Radio Memories Time-tested recipes tuned to the seasons, charming reminiscences and trustworthy household tips from one of the Midwest’s best-loved cooks and broadcasters. 2008 Appears on the following book lists:
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Leon, Donna Suffer the Little Children This installment in the Commissario Brunetti mystery series finds him investigating a police raid that results in the removal of an illegally adopted infant from the invaded home and puts the father in intensive care. There are no easy answers in this story and sometimes all Brunetti can do is enforce the law, an action which cannot guarantee justice. Reviewed by Patrice P., Deposit Collection and At Home Volunteer. Also available in paperback. 2007 Other formats available | ||||||
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Letts, Billie Made in the U.S.A. Letts is up to her same interesting way of writing. It’s the story of two abandoned children who embark on a desperate journey to their father’s last known whereabouts. A difficult book to put down before you finish. Reviewed by Anna Belle A., At Home by Mail Customer. Also available in large print and on compact disc. 2008 Other formats available | ||||||
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Mallery, Susan Sweet Trouble Jesse Keyes has done some growing up. With a steady job and a young son, she’s in a better place than when she left Seattle five years ago. Now it’s time to go home and face her son’s father. Also available in large print. 2008 Other formats available | ||||||
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Matsen, Bradford Titanic's Last Secrets: The Further Adventures of Shadow Divers John Chatterton and Richie Kohler Divers Chatterton and Kohler investigate the enduring mystery of history’s most notorious shipwreck and try to answer questions such as “Why did the Titanic sink as quickly as it did?” Also available in large print. 2008 Other formats available | ||||||
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McCleary, Kathleen House and Home In this poignant, gently humorous novel, newly divorced Ellen Flanagan and her two daughters are being forced to give up the home that they have loved and nurtured for 10 years. Also available in large print. 2008 Other formats available | ||||||
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McCullough, Colleen The Independence of Miss Mary Bennet The best-selling author of The Thorn Birds presents a sequel to Pride and Prejudice that finds the willful third Bennet sister setting out in her late 30s in pursuit of adventure. Also available in large print. 2009 Appears on the following book lists: Romance: Historical (Regency) If You Liked...Jane Austen's novels
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Meacham, Jon American Lion: Andrew Jackson in the White House Chronicles the life and career of a self-made man who played a seminal role during a turbulent era in history. Also available in large print and on compact disc. 2008 Appears on the following book lists: Pulitzer Prizes Extraordinary Lives
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Meyer, Joyce 100 Ways to Simplify Your Life Meyer shares advice on drawing on one’s faith in order to balance a hectic schedule. She covers a variety of topics from prioritizing and trusting in God to letting go and embracing realistic expectations. Also available in large print and on compact disc. 2008 Other formats available | ||||||
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Morgan, Kaye Sinister Sudoku Liza Kelly, sudoku maven with an Oregon newspaper, is conducting a class at the local minimum security prison. All goes well until one of her students turns up dead--in her room. Also available in large print. 2008 Other formats available | ||||||
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Nussbaum, Paul David Your Brain Health Lifestyle: A Proactive Program to Preserve Your Life Story Healthy brain habits you can adopt on a daily basis that can fight off or delay neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s. 2007 Appears on the following book lists: Brain Health | ||||||
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O'Nan, Stewart Songs for the Missing When Kim Larsen disappears from her quiet Lake Erie town, her family, friends and boyfriend do everything to find her. As time passes and the news interest ends, the story becomes an intimate portrayal of what happens to those left behind. Also available in large print and on compact disc. 2008 Appears on the following book lists:
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Peterson, Tracie A Promise to Believe in It’s 1879 in Montana territory and the three Gallatin sisters begin to operate a roadhouse at the crossroads of two stage lines. Tragedy strikes when their father is accidentally killed and they must struggle to keep their business going. Spiritual fiction. Also available in large print. 2008 Other formats available |
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