HPL's New Books

Below is a partial list of our new books. To see the full list, download the Excel file for: 2012.  To see new books from other years try:  2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, or 2006.

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Cain at Gettysburg By Peters, Ralph 2012-02 - Forge 9780765330475 Check Our Catalog Two mighty armies blunder toward each other, one led by confident, beloved Robert E. Lee and the other by dour George Meade. They'll meet in a Pennsylvania crossroads town where no one planned to fight. In this sweeping, savagely realistic novel, the greatest battle ever fought on American soil explodes into life at Gettysburg. …More

Perfect Match By Picoult, Jodi 2002-05 - Atria Books 9780743418720 Check Our Catalog Attorney Nina Frost prosecutes child molesters--and she's seen all too many of them walk free. Nina's husband Caleb glories in the stonemason skills that allow him to construct barriers to keep out the unwanted. But even the strongest walls cannot guard Nina and Caleb from the shattering discovery that their own son has been sexually abused. …More

Wizzywig By Piskor, Ed Illustrator Piskor, Ed 2012-07 - Top Shelf Productions 9781603090971 Check Our Catalog …More

The Yellow Birds By Powers, Kevin 2012-09 - Little Brown and Company 9780316219365 Check Our Catalog BookPage Notable Title In Al Tafar, Iraq, 21-year old Private Bartle and 18-year-old Private Murphy cling to life as their platoon launches a bloody battle for the city. In the endless days that follow, the two young soldiers do everything to protect each other from the forces that press in on every side. …More

A Fistful of Collars By Quinn, Spencer 2012-09 - Atria Books 9781451665161 Check Our Catalog Chet the dog and Bernie, his private investigator companion, are back in the "New York Times"-bestselling mystery series as they investigate a movie star with a shady past. …More

In the Shadow of the Banyan By Ratner, Vaddey 2012-08 - Simon & Schuster 9781451657708 Check Our Catalog BookPage Notable Title Told from the tender perspective of a young girl who comes of age amid the Cambodian killing fields, this searing first novel--based on the author's personal story--is one of survival, endurance, and forced exodus. …More

Valley of Ashes By Read, Cornelia 2012-08 - Grand Central Publishing 9780446511360 Check Our Catalog Madeline Dare trades New York's gritty streets for the tree-lined avenues of Boulder, Colorado, when her husband Dean lands a promising job. As a freelance journalist in her new town, she closes in on a serial arsonist at large in the city. …More

Bones Are Forever By Reichs, Kathy 2012-08 - Scribner Book Company 9781439102435 Check Our Catalog Reichs, #1 "New York Times"-bestselling author and producer of the Fox hit series "Bones" delivers a riveting novel featuring a forensic anthropologist and a story of infanticide, murder, and corruption set in the high-danger world of diamond mining. …More

Flash and Bones By Reichs, Kathy 2012-07 - Pocket Books 9781451646696 Check Our Catalog Reichs, bestselling author and producer of the FOX television hit "Bones, " accelerates the suspense in NASCAR country, where Dr. Temperance Brennan reignites a stalled federal case with explosive forensic clues--to murder. …More

Single with Benefits By Aaron, Relentless 2008-10 - St. Martin's Griffin 9780312359379 Check Our Catalog From one of the leaders of a hip-hop literature' revolution ("Daily News") comes another juicy story about the joy and pain of having friends with perks. …More

When It Happens to You: A Novel in Stories By Ringwald, Molly 2012-08 - It Books 9780061809460 Check Our Catalog Ringwald mines the complexities of modern relationships in this gripping and nuanced collection of interlinked stories. Writing with a deep compassion for human imperfection, Ringwald follows a Los Angeles family while they negotiate the hazardous terrain of everyday life. …More

Sleepwalker By Robards, Karen 2011-12 - Gallery Books 9781439183724 Check Our Catalog BookPage Notable Title Praised as one of the most popular voices in women's fiction ("Newsweek"), "New York Times"-bestselling author Robard delivers her latest thrilling romantic suspense novel. …More

Celebrity in Death By Robb, J. D. 2012-02 - Putnam Adult 9780399158308 Check Our Catalog Lieutenant Eve Dallas is no party girl, but she's having a reasonably good time at a celebrity-packed bash celebrating a film based on one of her famous cases. But once a cast member drowns, she's at the center of a crime scene and more than ready to get out of her high heels. …More

Daring to Dream By Roberts, Nora 2012-08 - Berkley Trade Pub 9780425260906 Check Our Catalog Margo, Kate, and Laura were brought up like sisters amidst the peerless grandeur of Templeton House. But it was Margo whose dreams first took her far away. All she knew how to do was be Margo, and that meant doing things her own way--no matter what the consequences. …More

From the Heart By Roberts, Nora 2010-12 - Jove Books 9780515149180 Check Our Catalog In this stunning collection of novels, America's favorite writer" ("The New Yorker") illuminates the dreams that lead us toward destiny--and the desires that rule over our hearts. This volume includes "Tonight and Always, A Matter of Choice," and "Endings and Beginnings." Reissue. …More

Happy Ever After By Roberts, Nora 2012-07 - Jove Books 9780515151022 Check Our Catalog Parker Brown turned the quartet's childhood game of Wedding Day into their dream jobs. And now she's the face of Vows--the one who meets every bride's demands; keeps every event on schedule; and brings Emma's romantic flowers, Laurel's delicious treats, and Mac's stunning photography together in one glorious package. She knows how to make dreams come true . . . …More

The MacGregor Grooms By Roberts, Nora 2012-07 - Silhouette Books 9780373281602 Check Our Catalog In this classic tale from a beloved #1 "New York Times"-bestselling author, readers meet cousins D.C., Duncan, and Ian MacGregor as they prepare for the biggest day of their lives--thanks to their meddling grandfather. Reissue. …More

In Love with a Younger Man By Robinson, Cheryl 2009-01 - New American Library 9780451225825 Check Our Catalog Robinson--one of the hottest fiction authors of today ("Urban Reviews") and bestselling author of "Sweet Georgia Brown"--pens an inspiring novel about taking risks and following one's dreams. …More

It's Like That By Robinson, Cheryl 2006-01 - New American Library 9780451217462 Check Our Catalog From the bestselling author of "If It Ain't One Thing" comes a story about telling it like it is, even if it means hurting the man you love. …More

The Casual Vacancy By Rowling, J. K. 2012-09 - Little Brown and Company 9780316228534 Check Our Catalog What lies behind the facade of Pagford is a town at war. The empty seat on the town's council soon becomes the catalyst for the biggest war the town has yet seen. Who will triumph in an election fraught with passion, duplicity, and unexpected revelations? Rowling's first novel for adults is blackly comic, thought-provoking, and constantly surprising. …More

Charon's Claw By Salvatore, R. A. 2012-08 - Wizards of the Coast 9780786962235 Check Our Catalog "Salvatore has mastered the art of showing a beautiful fight scene, and he is at the top of his game in this one. He manages to take these scenes from so much more than just a fight scene, to an integral part of the story."--The SFF Hub on "Gauntlgrym" …More

The Lady Is a Vamp By Sands, Lynsay 2012-07 - Avon Books 9780062078070 Check Our Catalog A "New York Times"-bestselling author, one of paranormal romance's original superstars, delivers a scorching and delightful story of a moral man on a mission--and the Vamp who is his only hope. Original. …More

Forever and a Day By Shalvis, Jill 2012-07 - Forever 9781455503698 Check Our Catalog Losing everything has landed Grace in Lucky Harbor, working as a dog walker for overwhelmed ER doctor Josh Scott. But the day his nanny fails to show up, Grace goes from caring for Josh's lovable mutt to caring for his rambunctious son. Soon Grace is playing house with the sexy single dad. Original. …More

The Reader's Shelf

From Library Journal

New Horror for Haunting Season:  A Book for every Reader

The Devil in Silver: A Novel By Lavalle, Victor 2012-08 - Spiegel & Grau 9781400069866 Check Our Catalog New Hyde Hospital's psychiatric ward has a new resident. In the darkness of his room on his first night, he's visited by a terrifying creature with the body of an old man and the head of a bison who nearly kills him before being hustled away by the hospital staff. But it's no delusion. …More

Tortured Spirits By Lamberson, Gregory 2012-09 - Medallion Press 9781605424064 Check Our Catalog …More

Mutated By McKinney, Joe 2012-09 - Pinnacle Books 9780786029297 Check Our Catalog The author of the wildly successful "Dead City" is sure to terrify horror fans with this blood-soaked follow-up to "Flesh Eaters, " in which every spot on Earth is infested with flesh-eating zombies. Original. …More

Little Star By Lindqvist, John Ajvide Author Ajvide Lindqvist, John 2012-10 - Thomas Dunne Books 9780312620516 Check Our Catalog Reviewers have crowned Lindqvist the heir apparent to Stephen King, and now he officially claims his throne. A man finds a baby in the woods and teaches the child music. Soon, a terrible force is ignited that catapults her to a top spot in the horror Hall of Fame. …More

Trick or Treat: A History of Halloween By Morton, Lisa 2012-10 - Reaktion Books 9781780230474 Check Our Catalog …More

The Void By Talley, Brett J. 2012-07 - Journalstone 9781936564439 Check Our Catalog …More

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Upcoming Events at HPL

Halloween Magic and Pumpkin Carving 2:00 pm, Saturday, October 27 Kids will learn a magic trick and get a treat. Then join in on the pumpkin-carving fun with special stencils and props to make your jack-o-lantern the coolest pumpkin on the block. Remember to bring in your own pumpkin and we will supply everything else.

Fall Storytimes 6:45 pm, Monday, October 29 Ages 3-7 Registration Required. Storytelling, picture books, finger plays, holiday tales, and special fun. Each session ends with a craft project and treat. Call 231-722-7276 x 233 to register.

Werewolves: Not just for dating anymore 6:00 PM, Tuesday, October 30 Just in time for Halloween! Theresa Grant, a forensic anthropologist, will speak at Hackley Public Library about Werewolves. She explores the origins of the werewolf myth, traces it through history, and talks about “local” sightings. Learn about werewolf hunting strategies and see how to distinguish between carnivore and herbivore teeth. Held in the Julia Hackley Room. Brought to you through the generosity of the PNC Foundation.

Silly, Not-too-Scary Haunted House 6:30 pm, Wednesday, October 31 Take a walk through our department for a silly scare, give us a trick and we'll give you a treat for Halloween.

Computer Class 11:00 am, Thursday, November 1 Computer classes return! De Ondra Pentecost will teach computer skills in the Julia Hackley Room every Thursday during October and November. Registration is required, and opens 2 weeks before the classes start. Oct 4 and 11: Basic Computers Oct 18 and 25: Word Processing Nov 1 and 8: Internet/Email Nov 15 and 29: Facebook/Twitter

Computer Class 2:00 pm, Thursday, November 1 Computer classes return! De Ondra Pentecost will teach computer skills in the Julia Hackley Room every Thursday during October and November. Registration is required, and opens 2 weeks before the classes start. Oct 4 and 11: Basic Computers Oct 18 and 25: Word Processing Nov 1 and 8: Internet/Email Nov 15 and 29: Facebook/Twitter

Fall Storytimes 6:45 pm, Monday, November 5 Ages 3-7 Registration Required. Storytelling, picture books, finger plays, holiday tales, and special fun. Each session ends with a craft project and treat. Call 231-722-7276 x 233 to register.

Eldercare II 6:00 PM, Tuesday, November 6 Jodi Clock will talk about different aspects of Eldercare in a three part series. She will be covering end- of-life issues, Medicare, and other topics pertinent to Eldercare.

Good Yarn Knitters 5:30 – 7:00 pm, Wednesday, November 7 Meets in the Julia Hackley Room All levels of knitters are welcome, including beginners. Come to learn how to knit, have a problem solved, or just for camaraderie. If you are just starting out, bring a pair of size 7 or 8 needles and a light colored ball of worsted weight yarn, otherwise bring your latest project or your problem project. For more information call 231-722-7276 and ask for Jocelyn

Computer Class 11:00 am, Thursday, November 8 Computer classes return! De Ondra Pentecost will teach computer skills in the Julia Hackley Room every Thursday during October and November. Registration is required, and opens 2 weeks before the classes start. Oct 4 and 11: Basic Computers Oct 18 and 25: Word Processing Nov 1 and 8: Internet/Email Nov 15 and 29: Facebook/Twitter

Computer Class 2:00 pm, Thursday, November 8 Computer classes return! De Ondra Pentecost will teach computer skills in the Julia Hackley Room every Thursday during October and November. Registration is required, and opens 2 weeks before the classes start. Oct 4 and 11: Basic Computers Oct 18 and 25: Word Processing Nov 1 and 8: Internet/Email Nov 15 and 29: Facebook/Twitter

Genealogy / Family History Workshop 10:30 am, Saturday, November 10 Presented by the Muskegon County Genealogy Society. For anyone who is excited about researching their family history. You must pre-register; limited to 6 individuals for each workshop. 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. in the Local History & Genealogy Department at the Torrent House. Please call 722-7276 ext. 240 to register.

Lego Mania Family Fun Day 2:00 PM, Saturday, November 10 Youth Services department. We'll supply the Legos, you supply the imagination.

Genealogy / Family History Workshop 2:00 pm, Saturday, November 10 Presented by the Muskegon County Genealogy Society. For anyone who is excited about researching their family history. You must pre-register; limited to 6 individuals for each workshop. 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. in the Local History & Genealogy Department at the Torrent House. Please call 722-7276 ext. 240 to register.

Book Review-Broken Harbor

Everyone has their favorite authors, those writers for whose next work you watch carefully.  Because I buy all the fiction for the Library, I get to know about those new titles months in advance.
Tana French is one of those authors that I watch for.  She is writing a series of books based on the detectives of the Murder Squad of Dublin, Ireland.  Each book takes a different detective to explore. Her latest book, Broken Harbour, was worth the wait.  In this installment, it is Scorcher Kennedy that is profiled.  He is not well liked on the squad, but he had a reputation for solving crimes.  His reputation was tarnished in a previous book, so he is eager at the beginning of this one to solve the murder/suicide case that he is given.  He is also mentoring a new detective.  Throw into the mix a crazy sister and a childhood trauma and the scene is set.
The murder/suicide takes place at a new housing development that never really got off the ground before the recession hit.  The houses are shoddily built and many in the development are only partially finished.   We learn that the murdered family was having financial difficulties, so the case looks open and shut except for some oddities, like baby monitors places in unusual locations, and large holes punched in the walls.  Kennedy and his partner, Ritchie, try to pin the clues down, but nothing seems to fit.  The area the development is in was the scene of a tragic accident involving Kennedy and his family.  His youngest sister is still, apparently, traumatized by the event.  French weaves the two stories together and explores the psychological effects of both events on Kennedy.
This is a great book.  Highly recommended.

Broken Harbor By French, Tana 2012-07 - Viking Books 9780670023653 Check Our Catalog BookPage Notable Title With her signature blend of police procedural and psychological thriller, French's fourth book of the Dublin murder squad goes full throttle with a heinous crime, creating her most complicated detective character and her best book yet. …More

Other books by the same author.

In the Woods By French, Tana 2007-05 - Viking Books 9780670038602 Check Our Catalog 2008 Edgar Award Winner - Best First Novel By An American Author 2008 Anthony Award Winner for Best First Novel For readers who like their hard-boiled police procedurals with an international flare ("USA Today"), this thriller marks the debut of an astonishing new voice in psychological suspense. …More

The Likeness By French, Tana 2008-08 - Viking Books 9780670018864 Check Our Catalog French presents the eagerly anticipated follow-up to the "New York Times"-bestselling psychological thriller "In the Woods." …More

Faithful Place By French, Tana 2011-06 - Penguin Books 9780143119494 Check Our Catalog The "expertly rendered, gripping new novel" (Janet Maslin, "The New York Times")-from the bestselling author of "In the Woods" and "The Likeness." Tana French's "In the Woods" and "The Likeness" captivated readers by introducing them to her unique, character-driven style. Her singular skill at creating richly drawn, complex worlds makes her novels not mere whodunits but brilliant and satisfying novels about memory, identity, loss, and what defines us as humans. With "Faithful Place," the highly praised third novel about the Dublin Murder squad, French takes readers into the mind of Frank Mackey, the hotheaded mastermind of "The Likeness," as he wrestles with his own past and the family, the lover, and the neighborhood he thought he'd left behind for good. …More

Complimentary Reads

Bloodland By Glynn, Alan 2012-01 - Picador USA 9780312621285 Check Our Catalog A helicopter crash off the coast of Ireland sends unexpected ripples through the international community in this intricate new thriller from the author of "Winterland" and "Limitless." …More

Death in Summer By Black, Benjamin Author Black 2011-07 - Henry Holt & Company 9780805090925 Check Our Catalog On a sweltering summer afternoon, newspaper tycoon Richard Jewell is discovered with his head blown off by a shotgun blast. But is it suicide or murder? For help with the investigation, Detective Inspector Hackett calls in his old friend Quirke, who has unusual access to Dublin's elite. …More

Deed of Murder By Harrison, Cora 2011-11 - Severn House Publishers 9780727880710 Check Our Catalog "The enthralling new Burren mystery . . . ""April 1511, Ireland." Mara, Brehon of the Burren, is celebrating the christening of her son when she notices that three of her law students have disappeared from the party. The next morning, one of them is found dead on a lone mountain pass with suspicious wounds. He was carrying an important legal document that has now disappeared. But why did he choose to deliver it during the night, and what of the two other missing students? Mara must uncover the truth - and it at first seems that the stolen deed holds all the answers . . . …More

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