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LDRL Recommends: “All the Light We Cannot See” by Anthony DoerrStaff Member: Corrinne (and Hermes)Corrinne says, “I love this book because of its power to stir emotions. The book offers a unique perspective on the deep subject of war through the eyes of the two main characters, Marie and Werner. I found Marie’s courage and moral integrity to be incredibly inspiring as she risked herself to save others.”Little Dixie Regional Libraries has four libraries in Moberly, Huntsville, Madison, and Paris and serves patrons in Randolph and Monroe Counties
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LDRL Recommends: “Sarah’s Song” By: Karen KingsburyStaff Member: DebbieDebbie says, “I enjoyed this book so much. It was such a heartwarming story about Sarah Baldwin an 86-year elderly lady who was at the end of her life. She put a handmade ornament on a small Christmas tree every day for the 12 days before Christmas. Each ornament had a special meaning in regards to long-ago love. Sarah shared her story for each ornament with a young nursing student that was going through a rough patch in her marriage. These stories brought the meaning of love and marriage back in focus for the young nurse and her husband. The young nurse and her husband continued the tradition of the 12 handmade ornaments after Srah passed away.”Little Dixie Regional Libraries has four libraries in Moberly, Huntsville, Madison, and Paris and serves patrons in Randolph and Monroe Counties.
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Eden says, “I’ve always been a romance reader, for as long as I can remember. It’s one of my favorite genres by far and definitely one that I own the most books in. This book was the first book by Ali Hazelwood I’ve read. It follows Viola and Jesse, who are enemies, and they are both video game designers. It was a very quick novella read, and I did enjoy it a lot. A very classic slow burn enemies to lovers romance. I recommend this book to anyone who loves romance books, video games, and also anyone who enjoys reading enemies to lovers.”
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Lisa says, “This novel is a historical fiction written by Michelle Shocklee. It takes place in Oak Ridge Tennessee during World War II. Maebelle Willet arrives in Oak Ridge in 1944, to start her new job with the government. She knows little about her new job, other than it will help America win the war. Amidst much secrecy at the plant, the Oak Ridge employees are informed they are not to discuss their work with anyone. Her roommate starts sharing upsetting information and quickly disappears.
In 1979, Maebelle Willet’s niece, Laurel comes to visit her Aunt Maebelle to get information from her about her job at Manhattan Project, to help write her thesis for her graduate studies. Laurel learns very quickly that her Aunt Maebelle doesn’t want to talk about the Manhattan Project. She tells her what is in the past needs to stay in the past.
It is a captivating dual time-line novel about the weight of one’s secrets in life and the power of forgiveness.
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Kylene shares, “The Very Impatient Caterpillar by Ross Burach is a delightful children’s book about a caterpillar trying to master the art of patience so he can transform into a butterfly. It’s a fantastic and funny read-aloud choice, and kids are sure to enjoy the caterpillar’s silly antics and the bold, vibrant colors of the illustrations. If you like this one, there are three more books in this collection!”
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Hayden says, “The Outsiders is a timeless story. A story of social class differences, struggles, friendship and more. Growing up in small town Midwest the characters in this book have always been relatable. As my life goes on I’ve found this book holds more and more value to me and I think it’s something everyone should read at least once.”
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Robin shares, ” ‘The Fall of Arthur’ by J.R.R. Tolkien is an unfinished work that explores the legends of King Arthur and his downfall and the conflicts with his nephew Mordred and the complicated fellowship Arthur has with his Knights of the Round Table and also with Lady Guinevere. Unlike other authors I’ve read who have expanded on the “Arthurian Legends” we the fantasy legend himself J.R.R. Tolkien who writes Arthur from another perspective. Moreso focusing on the relationships, betrayals, and conflicts with those closest to him. “
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Bennie says, “Alice Wright is living in England when she meets and marries a man from Kentucky and moves to America. She joins a group of women to deliver books to people in eastern Kentucky. They became known as the Packhorse Librarians of Kentucky. This group of women face many challenges as they deliver books to the people in eastern Kentucky.” -
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Rachael says, “I am a romance reader. I’ve been a romance reader since I was probably fourteen years old. This delightful romcom focuses on Karl and Molly. Molly, an audiobook narrator of monster romance, left their small town right after graduation but comes back immediately when she sees Karl’s obituary in a local newspaper. Poor Karl, who always had a crush on Molly, is thrilled to see her again and he declares he is the victim of nothing but an accidental obituary. Molly and Karl reconnect with hilarious hijinks, the best will they won’t they, and a bit of spice. Part of a series but can be read alone, I highly recommend this incredibly funny and full of angst romance!” -
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Susan says, ” ‘Hometown Betrayal’ by Emily Benedek is disturbing and insightful book about the long term effects of child abuse and small town denial. It made me sad and it made me angry. It also gave me understanding. A powerful read, not a light one.”
