Bound by Sally Gunning

A entertaining historical fiction set in New England pre Revolution. It's the story of a young girl who becomes indentured due to the loss of her parents. The picture of her life and times reveals her strength and interesting characters she meets. There is adversity, adventure and triumph - all the best of historical fiction.

Submitted by Sallie, CFPL Staff

Born Round by Frank Bruni

Restaurant critics seem to live a fascinating life, at least to those of us who like good food, but this story is more interesting than some. This is really his story and how his passion for food impacted his life for the good and not so good. A much more complicated person than one would expect for a food critic.

Submitted by Sallie, CFPL Staff

Love Child by Allegra Huston

I thought this would be about Angelica and John Huston but was surprised to realize it is the story of Allegra, Angelica's sister, whose life was not typical but quite interesting. You keep reading because you want to know who Allegra is and how she deals with the unusual circumstances of her life. Well written.

Submitted by Sallie, CFPL Staff

Gift of an Ordinary Day by Katrina Kenison

The title really tells the story. This is a very lovely memoir of a woman living in our time and facing the transitions as we get older and our children grow up. It makes one pause and realize that each day is a gift even with all the ups and downs we face.

Submitted by Sallie, CFPL Staff

Clara's War by Clara Kramer and Stephen Glantz

A very moving story of a young Jewish girl in Poland gathered from her diary. The details of the eighteen months her family lived in the basement of a family who protected them is amazing. Just the daily activities were unbelievable. Holocaust stories are always moving but can be uplifting when you admire the courage of the oppressed and the kindness of others in a tragic time in history.

Submitted by Sallie, CFPL Staff

Alchemy of Loss by Abigail Carter

The tragedy of 9/11 hit many families and this is one widow's story from the beginning with the disbelief at the loss of her husband, dealing with the circumstances of managing her family and coming to terms with her life. She discovers her strengths and leaves the reader with admiration and respect.

Submitted by Sallie, CFPL Staff

I'll Never Be French by Mark Greenside

A charming story by the author who follows his girlfriend to Brittany and creates a new life for himself. The trials and tribulations of buying a house, dealing with issues unfamiliar to him and making friends with people who speak a different language grabs your attention and makes you laugh out loud. Delightful.

Submitted by Sallie, CFPL Staff

Wall of White by Jennifer Woodlief

The true account of the deadliest avalanche in the history of the United States. The detailed description of the avalanche as well as the miraculous rescue of a woman buried for days, makes this a page turner.

Submitted by Sallie, CFPL Staff

This Time Together by Carol Burnett

A collection of delightful stories of her life and career, some sad and many amusing. Not a big book but a pleasant read and a reminder of what a real, thoughtful and amusing person Carol Burnett is.

Submitted by Sallie, CFPL Staff

Match Day by Brian Eule

Match Day has been the process of matching medical students to the hospital where they will be a resident in the final process of becoming a medical doctor. The author follows three young women as they struggle with their lives and the dedication to their profession. Well done and interesting.

Submitted by Sallie, CFPL Staff

River of Doubt : Theodore Roosevelt’s darkest journey by / Candice Millard, 2005

Non-fiction/history

The true story of Theodore Roosevelt's harrowing 1914 exploration of one of the most dangerous rivers on earth, a black, uncharted tributary of the Amazon that snakes through one of the most treacherous jungles in the world. He and his men faced an unbelievable series of hardships, losing their canoes and supplies to punishing whitewater rapids, and enduring starvation, Indian attack, disease, drowning, and a murder within their own ranks. Gripping narrative and fascinating insight into the personality of Theodore Roosevelt.

Submitted by Judith, CFPL Staff