New Castle County Staff Picks - June 2024

Updated May 20, 2024
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The other side of disappearing
Clayborn, Kate
Paper Book
From the acclaimed author of Georgie, All Along and Love Lettering, a pitch-perfect, radiantly transporting love story about an unexpected road trip, true crime obsessions, and hard won vulnerability... "Poignant, observant, tender, and deeply romantic. Clayborn takes...
A game of lies
Mackintosh, Clare
Paper Book
THE NEW THRILLER FROM THE NO.1 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER They say the camera never lies.But on this show, you can't trust anything you see.Stranded in the Welsh mountains, seven reality show contestants have no idea what they've signed up for.Each of...
Crow talk : a novel
Garvin, Eileen
Paper Book
Nationally bestselling author of The Music of Bees Eileen Garvin returns with a moving story of hope, healing, and unexpected friendship set amidst the wild natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest. Frankie O'Neill and Anne Ryan would seem to have nothing in common. Frankie...
The evolution of Annabel Craig : a novel
Grunwald, Lisa
Paper Book
A young Southern woman sets out on a journey of self-discovery as the infamous 1925 Scopes Trial tests her faith and her marriage in this moving novel from the author of Time After Time and The Irresistible Henry House. "Lisa Grunwald is a national treasure. ...
How to Read a Book
Wood, Monica
Paper Book
"The perfect pick to really light a fire under my book club, and yours....A reminder that goodness, and books, can still win in this world." --New York Times Book Review "A beautiful, big-hearted treasure of a novel." --Lily King National Bestseller * From the award-winning...
Yours for the taking : a novel
Korn, Gabrielle
Paper Book
The year is 2050. Ava and her girlfriend live in what's left of Brooklyn, and though they love each other, it's hard to find happiness while the effects of climate change rapidly eclipse their world. Soon, it won't be safe outside at all. The only people guaranteed survival are the ones whose...
Blue Ruin
Kunzru, Hari.
Paper Book
From one of the sharpest voices in fiction today, a profound and enthralling novel about beauty, power, and capital's influence on art and those who devote their lives to creating it. Once, Jay was an artist. Shortly after graduating from his London art school, he was tipped for...
Bright young women
Knoll, Jessica
Paper Book
January 15, 1978, is a night of promise, excitement, and desire. A serial killer's murderous spree in the Pacific Northwest couldn't be further from the minds of the vibrant young women at the top sorority on Florida State University's campus in Tallahassee.
The birds that Audubon missed : discovery and desire in the American wilderness
Kaufman, Kenn
Paper Book
Renowned naturalist Kenn Kaufman examines the scientific discoveries of John James Audubon and his artistic and ornithologist peers to show how what they saw (and what they missed) reflects how we perceive and understand the natural world. Raging ambition. Towering egos....
Bad Therapy : Why the Kids Aren't Growing Up
Shrier, Abigail
Paper Book
From the author of Irreversible Damage, an investigation into how mental health overdiagnosis is harming, not helping, children In virtually every way that can be measured, Gen Z's mental health is worse than that of previous generations. Youth suicide rates are climbing, antidepressant...
Indulge : delicious and decadent dishes to enjoy and share
Bertinelli, Valerie
Paper Book
Instant New York Times bestseller Beloved actress and New York Times bestselling author Valerie Bertinelli returns with her most indulgent cookbook yet; a collection of 100 recipes to nourish the body and the soul. in·dulge: to allow oneself to enjoy the pleasure of. When...
Come together : the science (and art) of creating lasting sexual connections
Nagoski, Emily
Paper Book
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER 'Reassuring, wise, compassionate and funny' - THE TIMES What does it really take to create lasting sexual connections in long-term relationships? Most couples struggle at some point to maintain their sexual...
Rattled : How to Calm New Mom Anxiety With the Power of the Postpartum Brain
Pensak, Nicole
Paper Book
A Zibby Owens Summer Reading Pick Winner, Zibby Awards 2025. Best Book for the Parents Audible's Most Anticipated Reads 2025 in Well-Being and Business Most new mothers bring their infants to the doctor but ignore any distressing feelings or sensations they might themselves...
Sociopath : a memoir
Gagne, Patric
Paper Book
'Your friends would probably describe me as nice. But guess what?I can't stand your friends.I'm a liar. I'm a thief. I'm highly manipulative. I don't care what other people think. I'm capable of almost anything.' Sociopath: A Memoir is at once a mesmerizing tale of a life lived on the edge of the...
Eight bears : mythic past and imperiled future
Dickie, Gloria
Paper Book
Bears have always held a central place in our collective memory, from Indigenous folklore and Greek mythology to nineteenth-century fairytales and the modern toy shop. But as humans and bears come into ever-closer contact, our relationship nears a tipping point. Today, most of the eight remaining...
House rules : how to decorate for every home, style, and budget
Smith, Myquillyn
Paper Book
Simple, personal, livable decorating for your space From the New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestselling author of Cozy Minimalist Home comes this inviting collection of 100 memorable, universal decorating truths that apply to every house, style, and...

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