May Staff Recommendations

The Wives: A Memoir by Simone Gorrindo

This phenomenal memoir written by the wife of a special forces operative is told with incredible heart and candor. Because it reads like a novel, I had to keep reminding myself it wasn't just a story from the author's imagination. She paints a very real picture of what you're signing up for when you marry a serviceman- the good, the bad & the ugly. This brand new book is available at the library. ~ Leslie M.

Funny Story by Emily Henry

This is a fun, summer read about two roommates who are total opposites. They decide to concoct a plan to spend time hanging out then they post their adventures online. Everyone, including them, is trying to determine if it's fake or real. This brand new book is available at the library. ~ Erin

Shakespeare: The Man Who Pays the Rent by Judi Dench

This book is wonderful. Dame Judi Dench discusses her roles in many of Shakespeare's most famous plays. Sharing triumphs, disasters and backstage shenanigans. This brand new book is available at the library. ~ Leslie W.

Foe by Iain Reid

Tucked away on a small farm in the near future a young couple receives the news of a lifetime. Junior has been long-listed to go to the "installation" leaving his wife behind but, she won't be alone. She will receive a replacement who is to be the exact replica of her husband or is he? Part science fiction, part psychological thriller, this is also a Netflix movie. This book is available at the library and through Libby. ~ Ashley

The Clinic by Cate Quinn

A beautifully designed clinic for the famous to recover from addictions of every kind. Add a remote area, new undocumented treatments, murder and a few other twists, and you have a great thriller. This book is available at the library and through Libby. ~ Bonnie