Summer Reading

Welcome to Summer Reading 2011!  At the end of 5 weeks we had 355 people signed up. This week, 11 new people participated and 48 people read 150 books, which brings the totals for the summer to 138 people and 655 books.

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Stranger in the Night By Palmer, Catherine 2009-07 - Center Point Large Print 9781602855106 Check Our Catalog In the dead of night, there's a knock on the door at Haven, an inner-city youth center in St. Louis. A refugee family -- frightened, tired and hungry -- seeks shelter. Freshly returned from Afghanistan, former marine sergeant Joshua Duff takes on the mission. He recruits aid worker Liz Wallace, but she has some pointed questions for Joshua. Like why a Texan with an oil magnate for a father is working at Haven. And why a man who fears nothing, including vicious gang violence, seems terrified of opening up to her. Joshua will have to call on not just his training -- but his faith -- to protect Liz and Haven. But the most dangerous threat lurks much closer than they realize. HPL patron: Interesting.  …More

The 6th Target By Patterson, James Author Paetro, Maxine 2007-05 - Little Brown and Company 9780316014793 Check Our Catalog Theres a madman on the loose in San Francisco. Lindsay Boxer and the Womens Murder Club return for the most chilling case yet in the latest entry of this bestselling series that takes unexpected twists and turns to the very end.Little, Brown and Company …More

The 8th Confession By Patterson, James Author Paetro, Maxine 2009-04 - Little Brown and Company 9780316018760 Check Our Catalog As San Francisco's most glamorous millionaires mingle at the party of the year, someone is watching--waiting for a chance to take vengeance on the city's most celebrated couple. The Women's Murder Club now faces its toughest challenge ever. …More

The Beach House By Patterson, James Author de Jong, Peter Y. Joint Author de Jong, Peter Y. 2002-06 - Little Brown and Company 9780316969680 Check Our Catalog Jack Mullen is in law school in New York City when the shocking news comes that his brother Peter has drowned in the ocean off East Hampton. As Jack tries to uncover the details of his brother's last night, he learns that Peter wasn't just parking cars at the summer parties of the wealthy--he was making serious money satisfying the sexual needs of the richest women and men in town. …More

Four Blind Mice By Patterson, James 2002-11 - Little Brown and Company 9780316147866 Check Our Catalog Alex Cross is on his way to resign from the Police Department when his partner John Sampson shows up at his door. One of Sampson's oldest friends has been framed for murder and, worse yet, is subject to the insular laws of the U.S. Army. The evidence is strong enough to send him to the gas chamber. Cross and Sampson plunge into a case where military codes of honor conceal dark currents of revenge and ambition, and the men controlling the moves have the best weapons and training the world can offer. Drawing on their years of street training and an almost telepathic mutual trust, Cross and Sampson go deep into military lines to confront the most terrifying -- and lethal -- killer they have ever encountered. …More

Tick Tock By Patterson, James Author Ledwidge, Michael 2011-01 - Little Brown and Company 9780316037914 Check Our Catalog A rash of horrifying crimes tears through New York City, throwing it into complete chaos and terrorizing everyone living there. Immediately, it becomes clear that these offenses are not the work of an amateur, but of a calculating, efficient, and deadly mastermind. All too soon, another appalling murder leads Detective Michael Bennett to a shocking discovery that exposes the killer's pattern and the earth-shattering enormity of his plan. HPL patron:  Awesome.  James Patterson is a fantastic writer. HPL patron:  Great author, lots of suspense, plus human  interest. HPL patron: Not his best.  Too much violence. …More

Monster By Peretti, Frank E. Author Stanley, Charles F. 2005-04 - Thomas Nelson Publishers 9780849911804 Check Our Catalog Miles away from the hectic city, Reed and Rebecca hike into the beautiful Northwestern woods. They're surrounded by gorgeous mountains, waterfalls, and hundreds of acres of unspoiled wilderness. But something--or someone--begins closing in on them, and it's killing everyone in its path without remorse. …More

The Falcon at the Portal By Peters, Elizabeth 1999-06 - William Morrow & Company 9780380976584 Check Our Catalog 1911: Amelia Peabody and her family arrive in Egypt for their annual excavation and for the wedding of Ramses' best friend David to Amelia's niece. However, when David is accused of selling ancient Egyptian artifacts that are really high-priced, almost undetectable fakes, Amelia must endeavor to clear his name. HPL patron: An Amelia Peabody mystery-set in 1911 British exploration/archeologists of Egyptian tombs-interesting multicultural perspective vs. "privileged" British. …More

By the Time You Read This, I'll Be Dead By Peters, Julie Anne 2010-01 - Hyperion Books 9781423116189 Check Our Catalog After a lifetime of being bullied, Daelyn Rice is broken beyond repair. She has tried to kill herself before, and is determined to get it right this time. In a harrowing story, a National Book Award finalist shines a light on how bullying can push young people to the very edge. …More

House Rules By Picoult, Jodi 2010-03 - Atria Books 9780743296434 Check Our Catalog BookPage Notable Title Picoult, the bestselling author of "Handle With Care, Change of Heart," and "My Sister's Keeper," is a rare writer who delivers book after book, a winning combination of the literary and the commercial ("Entertainment Weekly"). …More

Sing You Home By Picoult, Jodi 2011-03 - Atria Books 9781439102725 Check Our Catalog BookPage Notable Title Zoe Baxter has spent 10 years trying to get pregnant, and after multiple miscarriages and infertility issues, it looks like her dream is about to come true. But a terrible turn of events leads to a nightmare--one that takes away her unborn baby and breaks apart her marriage to Max. Includes a CD of original songs created especially for this novel. HPL patron: How wonderful to have music to accompany the book!  Great touch. …More

Deadly Intentions By Poarch, Candice 2011-05 - Dafina Books 9780758238030 Check Our Catalog In her final book in an exciting series about female cousins in search of the family's heirloom, national bestselling author Poarch raises the heat with a steamy thriller filled with intrigue and passion. Original. HPL patron: A good book. …More

The Imperfectionists By Rachman, Tom 2010-04 - Dial Press 9780385343664 Check Our Catalog BookPage Notable Title Set against the gorgeous backdrop of Rome, Rachman's wry, vibrant debut follows the topsy-turvy private lives of the reporters, editors, and executives of an international English-language newspaper as they struggle to keep it--and themselves--afloat. HPL patron: Ok, not very enthralling.  The ending was slightly surprising. …More

Stronghold By Rawn, Melanie 1990-11 - Daw Books 9780886774400 Check Our Catalog …More

Shyt List: Be Careful Who You Cross By Reign 2007-12 - Cartel Publications 9780979493119 Check Our Catalog HPL patron: I liked this book, I just didn't like the character, Yvonne. …More

Tigerlily's Orchids By Rendell, Ruth 2011-06 - Scribner Book Company 9781439150344 Check Our Catalog BookPage Notable Title From one of the most remarkable novelists of her generation ("People") comes a psychologically thrilling novel about the eccentric inhabitants of a London apartment building, the secrets they keep, and how knowing too much about one's neighbors might be deadly. …More

Obsession By Robards, Karen 2007-04 - Putnam Adult 9780399154164 Check Our Catalog While the special assistant to the head of the National Security Agency has been whisked away by the CIA, a mystified and expendable look-alike--who had been told she has amnesia--begins to realize she's being used, in this electrifying new novel from "New York Times" bestselling author Robards. HPL patron: Great book!  When you think you've  figured it out, there'sanother curve ball thrown at ya! …More

Indulgence in Death By Robb, J. D. 2010-11 - G. P. Putnam's Sons 9780399156878 Check Our Catalog First a limo driver is shot through the neck with a crossbow. Then a high-priced escort is found stabbed through the heart with a bayonet. Random hits, thrill kills, murderers with a taste for the finer things in life--and death--are making NYPSD Lieutenant Eve Dallas angry. And an angry Eve can be just as an efficient and dangerous predator as the killer. …More

Chesapeake Blue By Roberts, Nora 2004-01 - Jove Books 9780515136265 Check Our Catalog Nora Roberts returns to Chesapeake Bay and her beloved Quinn family for the long-awaited conclusion to the breathtaking drama that began with "Sea Swept, Rising Tides" and "Inner Harbor." …More

Cordina's Crown Jewel By Roberts, Nora 2002-02 - Silhouette Books 9780373244485 Check Our Catalog "Cordina's Crown Jewel, " part of the Cordina's Royal Family miniseries, marks Roberts's 100th title with Harlequin and Silhouette. This brand-new story features Princess Camilla de Cordina, who runs away, assumes a new identity, and begins working for archaeologist Delaney Caine. But as her irritation towards Delaney grows into desire, she knows she'll soon have to reveal her true identity. …More

Cordina's Royal Family: Bennett & Camilla: The Playboy Prince/Cordina's Crown Jewel By Roberts, Nora 2006-06 - Silhouette Books 9780373285327 Check Our Catalog The Playboy Prince: Love had always been a game to dashing playboy Prince Bennett, but with the elusive, mysterious and challenging Lady Hannah Rothchild, he found his heart on the line and he was playing for keeps. Cordina's Crown Jewel: Working as Camilla MacGee for archaeologist DelaneyCaine offered the perfect escape from being Her Royal Highness Camilla de Cordina. As their relationship turned to desire, she knew she's have to confess. But would he see her as a woman to be loved or dismiss her as a royal pain? …More

The Pagan Stone By Roberts, Nora 2008-12 - Large Print Press 9781594132858 Check Our Catalog Following "Blood Brothers" and "The Hollow" comes the stunning conclusion to Roberts's electrifying Sign of the Seven trilogy, in which three men and three women join forces--and hearts--to battle the ultimate evil at the Pagan Stone. Original. …More

The Stanislaski Sisters: Natasha and Rachel By Roberts, Nora 2001-02 - Silhouette Books 9780373484232 Check Our Catalog Nora Roberts presents two complete novels about the Stanislaski sisters, raised in Old World traditions who are now ready for a new world of love. Stormy Natasha's wild beauty captivates Spencer Kimball, but will the single dad be able to tame her? And when Zack Muldoon needs a no-nonsense lawyer, Rachel's not what he has in mind until he discovers there's more to her than meets the eye. …More