The Family Man

The Family Man
by Elinor Lipman

Elinor Lipman is a terrific writer of comedy and character. The Family Man centers upon Henry Archer, a retired New York City attorney, who is quite wealthy and quite lonely. By a quirk of fate, he is reunited with his former step-daughter Thalia. Thalia is a free-spirit actress trying for a break and she and Henry re-bond in hilarious circumstances. This is a heart-warming, well-written and witty tale with characters you will love.

- Linda

The All-New Illustrated Guide to Gardening

The All-New Illustrated Guide to Gardening
by Reader’s Digest and Edited by Fern Marshall Bradley and Trevor Cole

An excellent resource book that gives detailed information regarding the growing and caring for flowers, trees, shrubs, veggies, and fruit as well as maintaining rock and water gardens. There are illustrations and photos for all types of plant disorders as well as simple instructions for pruning, training, trimming, and propagating. This book has a wealth of information that is too numerous to list and I highly recommend it to any one interested in gardening or landscaping.

- Rose

Harry Truman's Excellent Adventure

Harry Truman's Excellent Adventure
by Matthew Algeo

In the summer of 1953, Harry and Bess Truman packed their bags and got in the car for a 3 week road trip. No press, no secret service, just the two of them enjoying their vacation together. Harry drove, Bess navigated and watched Harry's speed. (He was a bit of a leadfoot.)

This is an entertaining story. You get the full account of the road trip, life in the '50s, and a look at Harry Truman's unique personality. The book is full of interesting bits of history and trivia.

- Kathy

Nice Girls Don't Have Fangs

Nice Girls Don't Have Fangs
by Molly Harper

I know vampire tales are a dime a dozen but this one is about a CHILDREN'S LIBRARIAN who gets turned into a vampire. I just had to read it! It was a hoot and also somewhat thought-provoking in that vampires in the United States have just been granted civil rights. Anti-vampire prejudice abounds. But, the local WalMart, open all night, has a large vampire aisle! If you like Janet Evanovich's Stephanie Plum, you definitely will enjoy smart and sassy Jane Jameson as she tries hard to adjust to being newly undead.

- Linda