Hot New Books


Week of August 9, 2010
F D184s Stiltsville by Susanna Daniel Set against the wild and changeable landscape of South Florida, Stiltsville is a wise and loving portrait of a marriage, written with keen insight into the ways two lives grow together over the years.

F G8235re The red queen by Philippa Gregory Heiress to the red rose of Lancaster, Margaret Beaufort never surrenders her belief that her house is the true ruler of England. She sets her heart on putting her son on the throne regardless of the cost to herself, to England, and even to the little boy. In a novel of conspiracy, passion, and coldhearted ambition, this is the story of a determined woman who believes that she alone is destined, by her piety and lineage, to shape the course of history.

F H1411c The cabal by David Hagberg When his son-in-law and a reporter who uncovered evidence of a shadowy cabal of high-ranking government officials are brutally murdered, legendary spy Kirk McGarvey is drawn into a far-reaching investigation that threatens to destabilize the world financial order.

F M1362d The doctor and the diva by Adrienne McDonnell Building a successful career by helping couples to conceive, an early twentieth-century obstetrician makes a risky decision after meeting a talented opera singer whose infertility issues prompt her to leave her husband and pursue a career abroad.

F M6211g Game over by Fern Michaels Attempting to secure the pardon promised to them by the new president, the women of the Sisterhood make plans to evade the Secret Service and infiltrate the White House.

F M8182sa The same river twice by Ted Mooney After she helps smuggle Communist folk art out of the former Soviet Union, clothing designer Odile finds her life taking a dangerous turn, especially when her husband encounters the Russian mafia while working on his latest film project. “A taut and lively literary thriller that mingles the worlds of Paris and New York art collectors and filmmakers with a seamy and violent criminal underworld as it explores the nature of art, fate, and inevitability.”

F R8232mr Miss Julia renews her vows by Ann B. Ross Reluctantly attending a marriage enrichment class taught by dreaded psychologist Fred Fowler, Miss Julia investigates an attack on Francie Pitts that has placed the heavily perfumed Etta Mae Wiggins under suspicion.

F T2434ma A man in uniform by Kate Taylor Lawyer François Dubon’s complacent existence is shattered when a mysterious widow asks him to help rescue her innocent friend, an army captain by the name of Dreyfus who has been convicted of spying. Against his better judgment, Dubon is drawn into a case that will forever alter his life -- and tear France herself apart. “Kate Taylor artfully mixes mystery and the story of the Dreyfus Affair in this page-turning jaunt through 19th-century Parisian society”.

F U572f Fragile by Lisa Unger When her rebellious teenage son's girlfriend goes missing under suspicious circumstances, Maggie becomes increasingly fearful about unsettling ties between the investigation and an unsolved missing-person case from 20 years earlier that involved her police officer husband.

M G758be Better quality of murder by Ann Granger Evil lurks on the streets of Victorian London in this gripping crime novel featuring Inspector Ben Ross of Scotland Yard who is investigating the murder of Allegra Benedict, the beautiful Italian wife of an art dealer.

M K285h Hangman Faye Kellerman Murder, a missing woman, and a sociopath from the past sweep Peter Decker and Rina Lazarus into a labyrinth of mystery and danger in this electrifying new tale of suspense.

MSC D2852h Death's excellent vacation edited by Charlaine Harris and Toni L. P. Kelner With an all-new Sookie Stackhouse story and twelve other original tales, editors Charlaine Harris and Toni L. P. Kelner bring together a stellar collection of tour guides who offer vacations that are frightening, funny, and touching for the fanged, the furry, the demonic, and the grotesque.

SF M121dg Dragongirl Todd McCaffrey Todd McCaffrey continues carving his own niche in the Pern canon while remaining faithful to the world-building and characterizations that have made his mother Anne's fantasy series a perennial favorite.

153.83 A698u The Upside of irrationality: the unexpected benefits of defying logic at work and at home Dan Ariely The author exposes the surprising negative and positive effects irrationality can have on our lives. From our office attitudes, to our romantic relationships, to our search for purpose in life, Ariely explains how to break through our negative patterns of thought and behavior to make better decisions.

330.973 F636 The great reset: how new ways of living and working drive post-crash prosperity Richard Florida In this optimistic and broad look at the present economic crisis and the opportunities it presents, social and business commentator Florida, argues that moments of transformative upheaval (like the Great Depression recasts the economy and remakes society.

332.6 B669 The great reflation: how investors can profit from the new world of money J. Anthony Boeckh The author helps you understand how financial crises, and the policies passed to jumpstart the economy, will play out for investments and business, and provides you with the tools to excel in today's rapidly evolving financial landscape.

355.343 C599 Cyber war: the next threat to national security and what to do about it Richard A. Clarke and Robert K. Knake Security expert Richard A. Clarke goes beyond geek talk to succinctly explain how cyber weapons work and how vulnerable America is to the new world of nearly untraceable cyber criminals and spies.

363.7592 G798 Four fish: the future of the last wild food by Paul Greenberg Fish, Greenberg reveals, are the last truly wild food. By examining the forces that get fish to our dinner tables, he shows how we can start to heal the oceans and fight for a world where healthy and sustainable seafood is the rule rather than the exception.

641.815 B275 The Sono Baking Company cookbook: the best sweet and savory recipes for every occasion John Barricelli Warm pecan-studded sticky buns; banana streusel muffins; passionfruit mousse served atop a thin layer of sponge cake and garnished with fresh raspberries; decadent chocolate cake layered and iced with smooth, elegant chocolate ganache; red velvet cupcakes; and foccaccia flavored with fresh herbs and topped with tomato, mozzarella, and pesto—these are some of the mouth-watering recipes that John Barricelli shares in The SoNo Baking Company Cookbook.

650.1 S982 Bounce: Mozart, Federer, Picasso, Beckham, and the science of success Mathew Syed Award-winning journalist and Olympian Matthew Syed explores the truth about our competitive nature—why we win, why we don't, and how we really play the game of life. Bounce reveals how competition provides vital insight into many of the most controversial issues of our time, from biology and economics, to psychology and culture, to genetics and race, to sports and politics.

746.432 B927 Knitting green: conversations and planet friendly projects by Ann Budd Detailing a wide range of perspectives and approaches to environmental issues, this unique crafting manual offers ideas for knitting conscientiously.

650.1 C732 Come to win: business leaders, artists, doctors, and other visionaries on how sports can help you top your profession compiled by Venus Williams with Kelly E. Carter From multiple grand slam tennis champion and entrepreneur, Venus Williams, with inspirational readings from a cast of politicians, CEOs and media figures, comes a book of wisdom on how the principles of competitive athletics translate into business success.