Great Train Robbery BR 17404
by Michael Crichton
2 volumes
Fictionalized account of the 1855 theft of a fortune in gold bullion
destined for English troops in Crimea. London mobster Edward Pierce
assembles a host of professional criminals to execute the heist,
including snakesman "Clean Willy" Williams, safecracker Robert Agar,
and con artist Miss Miriam. Some violence. 1975.
Miss Julia Strikes Back BR 17440
by Ann B. Ross
3 volumes
Jewelry is stolen from Miss Julia and Hazel Marie during a house party.
Acting on a tip, Miss Julia heads to Florida with Little Lloyd, Etta
Mae Wiggins, and alcoholic private investigator Frank Tuttle to
recover the goods. 2007.
Spring Cleaning Murders: An Ellie Haskell Mystery BR 17725
by Dorothy Cannell
2 volumes
Ellie Haskell, housewife extraordinaire, seeks a new maid after her beloved
Roxie quits. But when Gertrude Large, a member of Roxie's local
charwomen's association, is murdered, Ellie turns to sleuthing.
Aided by her husband and various cleaning products, Ellie tackles
Gertrude's former clients to tidy up—and snoop around—their homes.
1998.
Mayor of Casterbridge: The Life and Death of a Man of Character BR 17769
by Thomas Hardy
4 volumes
Michael Henchard, an English farm worker, gets drunk at a country fair and
sells his wife and child to a sailor for five guineas. His wife and
daughter reappear eighteen years later, after Henchard has become
the wealthy and respected mayor of Casterbridge. 1886.
Tess of the D'Urbervilles: A Pure Woman BR 17469
by Thomas Hardy
Victorian England. When her impoverished family discovers its noble
heritage, young Tess appeals to wealthy, supposed relatives, the
D'Urbervilles, and falls victim to Alec. Later, Tess marries the
vicar's son, Angel Clare. But Angel rejects Tess for her scandalous
past, forcing her back to Alec—with tragic results. 1891.
Pesthouse BR 17443
by Jim Crace
2 volumes
After America is turned into a barren, lawless wasteland, people flee to
Europe. Franklin Lopez is stopping to recover from an injury when he
meets Margaret at a pesthouse—where she's suffering from a deadly
infection. The two gradually fall in love and seek refuge together.
Some violence. 2007.
Cleaner BR 17435
by Brett Battles
3 volumes
Loner Jonathan Quinn makes his living as a professional cleaner—disposing
of unwanted bodies. But when he's dispatched to a Colorado cabin to
investigate an arson case, Quinn finds his life in danger. He hopes
a woman from his past can help. Some violence and some strong
language. 2007.
New England White BR 17457
by Stephen L. Carter
5 volumes
Black university head Lemaster Carlyle, former roommate of the U.S.
president, and Lemaster's wife Julia, the divinity school dean, are
embroiled in scandal after a professor at their New England college
is murdered. The couple deals with racial tension and political
intrigue. Some strong language. 2007.
Country Affair: A Barleybridge Novel, Book 1 BR 17420
by Rebecca Shaw
2 volumes
Barleybridge, England. Nineteen-year-old Kate Howard becomes a receptionist
for a veterinary practice after she fails her vet school exam. Kate
gets involved with the animals and staff, develops a crush on
Australian animal doctor Scott Spencer, and encounters trouble when
she turns down her boyfriend's marriage proposal. 2001.
Country Lovers: A Barleybridge Novel, Book 3 BR 17470
by Rebecca Shaw
2 volumes
Barleybridge, England. Veterinary hospital receptionist Kate awaits the
results of her university entrance exam while she contends with
clients both animal and human. Meanwhile, Dr. Brown's wife has a
baby, manager Joy and her husband battle old demons, and Dr. Hughes
falls in love with a farmer's daughter. 2003.
Forged in the Fire BR 17459
by Ann Turnbull
2 volumes
England, 1665. Cast out by his father for becoming a Quaker, Will spends
three years in London saving money to marry Susanna. But when the
plague paralyzes the city, the couple must postpone their reunion.
Sequel to No Shame, No Fear (BR 16263). For senior high
readers. 2007.
Poisoned Crown: The Sangreal Trilogy, Book 3 BR 17693
by Amanda Hemingway
4 volumes
English teenager Nathan Ward visits other realms through his dreams.
To save his worlds—both waking and dreaming—he must find the third
Grail relic, a poisoned iron crown hidden far beneath the ocean and The Sword of Straw
(BR 17181). 2007.
Cat o' Nine Tales: And Other Stories BR 17472
by Jeffrey Archer
2 volumes
Twelve short tales, nine of which were inspired by the author's two-year
stint in English prisons. In "Don't Drink the Water" a businessman
tries to poison his wife on a trip to St. Petersburg—with
unintended consequences. In "The Commissioner" a con artist in India
targets the police chief. 2007.
Dowry: A Novel of Ireland BR 17568
by Walter Keady
2 volumes
Ireland, 1946. Kieran McDermott considers moving to England to earn money
to buy his father's farm and marry Brideen Conway. Meanwhile,
Brideen conspires to trade dowries among her eager-to-wed friends.
Father Donovan, who secretly loves Brideen, has his own schemes.
Some explicit descriptions of sex and some strong language. 2006.
Hindi-Bindi Club BR 17569
by Monica Pradhan
3 volumes
Three first-generation American women struggle to reconcile traditional
Indian ways with Western life. As divorced doctor Kiran considers an
arranged marriage, artist Rani loses her passion, and married Preity
confronts past heartache, they draw upon the strength and wisdom of
their mothers, affectionately dubbed the Hindi-Bindi Club. Includes
recipes. 2007.
Tug of War: A Detective Joe Sandilands Mystery BR 17442
by Barbara Cleverly
2 volumes
France, 1926. Scotland Yard detective Joe Sandilands investigates the
identity of an English-speaking amnesiac veteran hospitalized in
Reims. Four civilians, including a vineyard-owning widow, claim to
be related to the man, who is to receive a war pension. Sandilands
interviews the candidates and uncovers an old murder. 2006.
Appeal BR 17726
by John Grisham
3 volumes
After a Mississippi jury returns a guilty verdict against a chemical
company that dumped carcinogens into the water supply, the company's
owner, Carl Trudeau, appeals to the state's supreme court. During
judicial elections Trudeau tries to plant his own justice on the
bench. Bestseller. 2008.
Pastor's Woman BR 17561
by Jacquelin Thomas
2 volumes
New to Detroit, preacher Wade Kendrick is looking for a traditional woman
but is attracted to an aspiring gospel singer, the rebellious Pearl
Lockhart. Pearl, in turn, is annoyed by Wade's conservative views.
Wade has to face issues from his past, though, before he can commit.
2007.
Murder on K Street: A Capital Crimes Novel BR 17558
by Margaret Truman
3 volumes
U.S. senator Lyle Simmons discovers his wife Jeannette murdered in their
Washington, D.C., mansion. Retired assistant U.S. attorney Phil
Rotondi, who once dated Jeannette and who has been Lyle's friend
since college, helps him. As police investigate the politician's
dealings, additional deaths occur. Some violence and some strong
language. 2007.
Recipes for a Perfect Marriage BR 17570
by Morag Prunty
2 volumes
Two months after her wedding, New York food writer Tressa fears that her
husband, Dan, may not be the love of her life. Plagued by
uncertainty, Tressa finds comfort in the journals and recipes of her
Irish grandmother, Bernadine, who had the perfect marriage—or so
Tressa thought. Includes recipes. 2006.
Eternal Husband and Other Stories BR 17716
by Fyodor Dostoevsky
3 volumes
Five short tales by Russian author Fyodor Dostoevsky (1821-1881). Features
"A Nasty Anecdote," "Bobok," "The Meek One," "The Dream of a
Ridiculous Man," and the title piece, in which a widower encounters
his deceased wife's lover. Translated by Richard Pevear and Larissa
Volokhonsky. Includes 1997 preface. 1997.
Everything but a Groom BR 17766
by Holly Jacobs
1 volume
Erie, Pennsylvania. When bride-to-be Vancy Salo is left at the altar, it
seems her family's Hungarian wedding curse has struck again. Hounded
by the press, Vancy seeks refuge with Matt, a landscaper who has
just gained custody of his twin nephews. Their growing friendship
may just change Vancy's luck. 2007.
Daisy Dooley Does Divorce BR 17722
by Anna Pasternak
2 volumes
Daisy Dooley, a thirty-nine-year-old divorced Londoner living with her
dachshund-breeder mum, rejoins the dating world. For support, Daisy
relies on her friends—bachelorette Jess, seemingly happily married
Lucy, and commitment-phobic Miles—as she navigates the singles
scene searching for true love. Strong language and some descriptions
of sex. 2007.
These Boots Weren't Made for Walking BR 17721
by Melody Carlson
2 volumes
Right after she splurges on a pair of Valentino boots, Cassidy Cantrell is
downsized from her Seattle marketing job, dumped by her boyfriend
for someone in their Christian singles club, and scammed by a
neighbor. Retreating to Black Bear, her mountain hometown, Cassidy
begins to build a new life. 2007.
Life Class BR 17758
by Pat Barker
2 volumes
Paul Tarrant falls in love with fellow London art student Elinor Brooke,
who is pursued by painter Kit Neville. When World War I breaks out,
Paul joins the Belgian Red Cross—and returns a changed man. Some
explicit descriptions of sex, some violence, and some strong
language. Bestseller. 2008.
Big Girls Don't Cry BR 17720
by Cathie Linz
2 volumes
Plus-size model Leena Riley returns home to Pennsylvania when her career in
Chicago doesn't work out. She takes a job working for veterinarian
Cole Flannigan—the same guy who teased her in school. Leena
gradually realizes that Cole really does love her and her curves.
Some explicit descriptions of sex. 2007.
Hollywood Crows BR 17788
by Joseph Wambaugh
3 volumes
Nathan Weiss and Bix Ramstead, cops in Hollywood's Community Relations
Office, help residents with quality-of-life issues like graffiti and
panhandlers. Both men become entangled with Margot Aziz, who wants
to get rid of her wealthy husband. Sequel to Hollywood Station
(BR 16878). Violence and strong language. Bestseller.
2008.
Twenty Wishes: A Blossom Street Book BR 17790
by Debbie Macomber
3 volumes
Four widows—Anne Marie, Lillie, Barbie, and Elise—meet at Anne Marie's
bookstore, and each makes twenty wishes to improve her life. Anne
Marie assists Ellen, an at-risk child; Barbie meets Mark, who uses a
wheelchair; Elise starts a foundation in memory of her husband; and
Lillie falls in love. Bestseller. 2008.
Phantom Prey BR 17791
by John Sandford
3 volumes
At his wife's request, detective Lucas Davenport agrees to look into the
unsolved murder of her wealthy, widowed friend's daughter Frances
Austin, who was a Goth. Now other Goths are being murdered. But a
series of unusual bank transactions causes confusion. Descriptions
of sex, violence, and strong language. Bestseller. 2008.
Remember Me? BR 17707
by Sophie Kinsella
3 volumes
London. After twenty-eight-year-old Lexi Smart wakes up with amnesia, she
can't remember the past three years of her life. Lexi learns that
she's now a gorgeous but cut-throat businesswoman with a priggish
millionaire husband and a secret lover. Strong language.
Bestseller. 2008.
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