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The Totally Unscientific Study of the Search for Human Happiness

Reminiscent of get rich quick schemes, Paula searches for happiness with new adventures including dance lessons, family movie day, and volunteering. Using a combination of wit and honesty, Paula left me laughing, cringing, and hoping the search for happiness never ends.

Sarah C., Central Library Adult Services

2018-04-02T14:51:20+00:00

Sarah C., Central Library Adult Services

cover of "The totally unscientific study of the search for human happiness"
Reminiscent of get rich quick schemes, Paula searches for happiness with new adventures including dance lessons, family movie day, and volunteering. Using a combination of wit and honesty, Paula left me laughing, cringing, and hoping the search for happiness never ends.
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Three Bags Full

This sheep's eye tale of a flock investigating their shepherd's mysterious death is much more than a detective story. Adorable, hilarious, and philosophical.

Charlotte, Central Circulation

2018-04-02T15:09:45+00:00

Charlotte, Central Circulation

cover of "Three Bags Full"
This sheep's eye tale of a flock investigating their shepherd's mysterious death is much more than a detective story. Adorable, hilarious, and philosophical.
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Last Days of Summer

A warm, funny, and quick read perfect for a summer day.

Sarah D., Materials Management

2018-04-02T15:12:37+00:00

Sarah D., Materials Management

cover of "Last Days of Summer"
A warm, funny, and quick read perfect for a summer day.
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The Great Greene Heist

I love reading and watching movies about heists. Jackson Greene is my new favorite mastermind. He and his team are set to pull off caper after caper, each one more full of hijinks and clever gadgets than the last.

Nico, Central Library Young Adult Services

2018-04-02T15:16:20+00:00

Nico, Central Library Young Adult Services

cover of "Great Greene Heist"
I love reading and watching movies about heists. Jackson Greene is my new favorite mastermind. He and his team are set to pull off caper after caper, each one more full of hijinks and clever gadgets than the last.
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Above the Dreamless Dead

Illustrating WWI-era poetry with comics, this anthology is a moving and haunting look at the devastation of war.

Jennie R., Materials Management

2018-04-02T15:25:40+00:00

Jennie R., Materials Management

cover of "above the dreamless dead"
Illustrating WWI-era poetry with comics, this anthology is a moving and haunting look at the devastation of war.
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The Eyre Affair

Literary detective Thursday Next travels though time, entering works of classic literature to solve crimes, in this witty first installment of the acclaimed series set in alternate-reality England. A must read for lovers of literature and wordplay!

Michelle, Programming Librarian

2018-04-02T15:29:39+00:00

Michelle, Programming Librarian

cover of "The Eyre Affair"
Literary detective Thursday Next travels though time, entering works of classic literature to solve crimes, in this witty first installment of the acclaimed series set in alternate-reality England. A must read for lovers of literature and wordplay!
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Umberto D.

A sad story about an elderly man who is trying to make ends meet in post-WWII Italy. His adorable dog is his constant and only companion.

Michelle M., Materials Management

2018-04-02T15:32:34+00:00

Michelle M., Materials Management

cover of "Umberto D"
A sad story about an elderly man who is trying to make ends meet in post-WWII Italy. His adorable dog is his constant and only companion.
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Jane, Unlimited

"If anyone ever invites you to Tu Reviens, promise me that you'll go." In this intricately plotted contemporary novel for teens, Jane has five choices that could determine the course of her life - but every choice comes with a price.

Kate O., College and Career Librarian

2018-04-03T11:30:08+00:00

Kate O., College and Career Librarian

cover of "Jane, Unlimited"
"If anyone ever invites you to Tu Reviens, promise me that you'll go." In this intricately plotted contemporary novel for teens, Jane has five choices that could determine the course of her life - but every choice comes with a price.
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In the Bleak Midwinter

Who knew there was so much crime in a small upstate New York town? This is the first in a detective series featuring Clare Fergusson, the town's first female Episcopal priest, and police chief Russ Van Alystyne, who together solve crimes while also dealing with their slowly growing attraction toward each other.

Kathleen C., Cherrydale Branch Library

2018-04-03T11:46:12+00:00

Kathleen C., Cherrydale Branch Library

cover of "In the Bleak Midwinter"
Who knew there was so much crime in a small upstate New York town? This is the first in a detective series featuring Clare Fergusson, the town's first female Episcopal priest, and police chief Russ Van Alystyne, who together solve crimes while also dealing with their slowly growing attraction toward each other.
cover of "How Money Works"

How Money Works

This highly-visual and jargon-free guide will help you make sense of financial and economic topics you've been afraid to ask about. Learn about the money supply, the history of currencies, debt, how tax works, and much more.

Alexandra, Business Librarian

2018-04-03T12:07:19+00:00

Alexandra, Business Librarian

cover of "How Money Works"
This highly-visual and jargon-free guide will help you make sense of financial and economic topics you've been afraid to ask about. Learn about the money supply, the history of currencies, debt, how tax works, and much more.
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