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Rabbit Chase

A non-binary Anishinaabe middle schooler wanders off on a field trip and has an Alice in Wonderland adventure. They spend time with spirits trying to stop development of their land while also dealing with being bullied for being non-binary. Wonderful illustrations.

Mike N

Arlington Public Library
2025-06-12T10:47:49-04:00

Mike N

catalog link to "rabbit chase"
A non-binary Anishinaabe middle schooler wanders off on a field trip and has an Alice in Wonderland adventure. They spend time with spirits trying to stop development of their land while also dealing with being bullied for being non-binary. Wonderful illustrations.
https://library.arlingtonva.us/testimonials/rabbit-chase/
link to catalog record for "the emperor and the endless palace"

The Emperor and the Endless Palace

Three spirits are doomed to repeat their story of love and betrayal through the centuries. Chapters alternate between Han dynasty court intrigue, a Qing dynasty innkeeper, and modern day circuit parties as Huang mixes mythology, history, and tragic love in this sweeping tale.

Jennie R

Arlington Public Library
2025-06-12T10:51:06-04:00

Jennie R

link to catalog record for "the emperor and the endless palace"
Three spirits are doomed to repeat their story of love and betrayal through the centuries. Chapters alternate between Han dynasty court intrigue, a Qing dynasty innkeeper, and modern day circuit parties as Huang mixes mythology, history, and tragic love in this sweeping tale.
https://library.arlingtonva.us/testimonials/the-emperor-and-the-endless-palace/
link to catalog record for "woman, eating"

Woman, Eating

Lydia is 23 years old and dealing with her mother, her job, her crush, her multi-racial identity. She’s also a vampire who has run out of pig blood and is very hungry. This book is a unique take on struggling to find a place in the world despite the obstacles women face.

Michelle M

Arlington Public Library
2025-06-12T10:53:11-04:00

Michelle M

link to catalog record for "woman, eating"
Lydia is 23 years old and dealing with her mother, her job, her crush, her multi-racial identity. She’s also a vampire who has run out of pig blood and is very hungry. This book is a unique take on struggling to find a place in the world despite the obstacles women face.
https://library.arlingtonva.us/testimonials/woman-eating/
Catalog link to A Study in Scarlet Women

A Study in Scarlet Women

We all know Sherlock Holmes: enigmatic detective, solving the crimes of 19th century England. But what if Sherlock was actually a woman operating as a man in order to use her clever mind in a sexist society? Thomas's clever re-do of a well known character does not disappoint.

Kate M

Arlington Public Library
2022-08-04T12:04:19-04:00

Kate M

Catalog link to A Study in Scarlet Women
We all know Sherlock Holmes: enigmatic detective, solving the crimes of 19th century England. But what if Sherlock was actually a woman operating as a man in order to use her clever mind in a sexist society? Thomas's clever re-do of a well known character does not disappoint.
https://library.arlingtonva.us/testimonials/a-study-in-scarlet-women-2/
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Pashmina

Pri Das is an Indian American teen whose mother keeps secrets about her past; Pri wants to learn about India, but her mother refuses to talk. When Pri discovers a magical red pashmina scarf that transports her to India, will her mother's secrets be revealed?

Carol, Columbia Pike Branch Library

Arlington Public Library
2017-12-20T17:35:38-05:00

Carol, Columbia Pike Branch Library

cover of "pashmina"
Pri Das is an Indian American teen whose mother keeps secrets about her past; Pri wants to learn about India, but her mother refuses to talk. When Pri discovers a magical red pashmina scarf that transports her to India, will her mother's secrets be revealed?
https://library.arlingtonva.us/testimonials/pashmina/
book cover "the choice" by Edith Eger

The Choice

In this moving memoir, Eger details her long journey to physically and emotionally heal after surviving Auschwitz, fleeing communism, and immigrating to the US. Eger uses her life and psychological training to offer advice and hope on living with trauma.

Jennie R

Arlington Public Library
2025-05-08T10:01:09-04:00

Jennie R

book cover "the choice" by Edith Eger
In this moving memoir, Eger details her long journey to physically and emotionally heal after surviving Auschwitz, fleeing communism, and immigrating to the US. Eger uses her life and psychological training to offer advice and hope on living with trauma.
https://library.arlingtonva.us/testimonials/the-choice/
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Throwback

After a huge fight with her mom Sam is sent back in time to the 90s where she comes face to face with her mom as a teenager. It's a heartfelt look at the intergenerational dynamics between grandmother and mother and daughter with a fun time travel twist.

Chrysalis C

Arlington Public Library
2024-05-08T14:11:57-04:00

Chrysalis C

link to Throwback catalog page
After a huge fight with her mom Sam is sent back in time to the 90s where she comes face to face with her mom as a teenager. It's a heartfelt look at the intergenerational dynamics between grandmother and mother and daughter with a fun time travel twist.
https://library.arlingtonva.us/testimonials/throwback/
cover of Our Wives Under the Sea. It links to the catalog.

Our Wives Under the Sea

Miri tries to make sense of what happened to her wife, Leah, when she was missing for six months on what should have been a 3-week submarine expedition. Meanwhile, Leah reveals to us what happened to her and her crew under the sea.

Zoe M

Arlington Public Library
2025-04-24T10:48:16-04:00

Zoe M

cover of Our Wives Under the Sea. It links to the catalog.
Miri tries to make sense of what happened to her wife, Leah, when she was missing for six months on what should have been a 3-week submarine expedition. Meanwhile, Leah reveals to us what happened to her and her crew under the sea.
https://library.arlingtonva.us/testimonials/our-wives-under-the-sea/
link to the great quake catalog page

The Great Quake

A fascinating account of Alaska's 1964 Good Friday Earthquake. Focusing on the people who lived it, and the scientists who studied it, Fountain's vivid writing makes the time come alive. From daring tales of survival to the scientific discoveries that followed, a surprising page-turner.

Jennie R

Arlington Public Library
2024-05-08T14:04:29-04:00

Jennie R

link to the great quake catalog page
A fascinating account of Alaska's 1964 Good Friday Earthquake. Focusing on the people who lived it, and the scientists who studied it, Fountain's vivid writing makes the time come alive. From daring tales of survival to the scientific discoveries that followed, a surprising page-turner.
https://library.arlingtonva.us/testimonials/the-great-quake-2/
cover of "Happy Houseplants"

Happy Houseplants

Great for a novice or experienced gardener, this adorable small book is bright with detailed illustrations, and helpful information on different plant breeds. Anyone reading this book will take away great gardening tips.

Janelle O., Shirlington Branch Library

Arlington Public Library
2018-04-03T12:46:37-04:00

Janelle O., Shirlington Branch Library

cover of "Happy Houseplants"
Great for a novice or experienced gardener, this adorable small book is bright with detailed illustrations, and helpful information on different plant breeds. Anyone reading this book will take away great gardening tips.
https://library.arlingtonva.us/testimonials/happy-houseplants/
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