All the books listed here are available at the library. Stop in, give us a call, or use the online catalog to place a hold and check one out. All book descriptions are provided by librarians here at the library, the publisher on the back of the book, on Goodreads, or through the library catalog.
Reimagine a classic story with these novels!
Gwen and Art are Not in Love by Lex Croucher: Hundreds of years after King Arthur’s reign, his descendant, Arthur, has been betrothed to Gwendoline. Within 24 hours of meeting each other, Gwen discovered Arthur kissing a boy, and Arthur read Gwen’s diary, discovering her crush on the kingdom’s only lady knight. A Knights Tale reimagined and full of sword-fighting, found family, and romantic shenanigans. Available on Boundless (e-book), Libby (e-book), and Hoopla (audio)
James by Percival Everett: A brilliant, action-packed reimagining of The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn told from Jim’s point of view. While many narrative set pieces of The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn remain in place, Jim’s agency, intelligence and compassion are shown in a radically new light. Available on Boundless (audio/e-book) and Libby (audio/e-book)
The Wife Upstairs by Rachel Hawkins: With delicious suspense, incisive wit, and a fresh, feminist sensibility, The Wife Upstairs flips the script on a timeless tale of forbidden romance, ill-advised attraction, and a wife who just won’t stay buried. In this vivid reimagining of one of literature’s most twisted love triangles, which Mrs. Rochester will get her happy ending? Available on Boundless (audio/e-book), Libby (audio/e-book), and Hoopla (audio)
The Daughter of Doctor Moreau by Silvia Moreno-Garcia: A historical drama reimagining of The Island of Doctor Moreau set against the backdrop of nineteenth-century Mexico. Follow Carlota Moreau as her life on the Yucatan peninsula is abruptly disrupted by the arrival of a charming patron of her father who sets off a chain reaction. Available on Boundless (audio/e-book), Libby (audio), and Hoopla (audio/e-book)
Kiss of the Selkie by Tessonja Odette: In this Little Mermaid retelling, Maisie, a fugitive selkie hiding on land, must kill Dorian with a lethal kiss after saving him from drowning, breaking fae law. To get close enough, she enters a bridal competition on a fae isle where Dorian seeks a quick marriage to gain citizenship. As they grow closer, Maisie’s mission becomes complicated by her feelings for him. With her life on the line and Dorian’s death imminent, the competition ends in a dangerous race against time.
Start at the beginning of the series before the next book comes out in 2025.
When in Rome by Sarah Adams: Famous popstar, Amelia Rose, needs a break from the spotlight and travels to Rome, Kentucky for a much needed break. She doesn’t expect her car to break down in front of small-town baker Noah Walker’s house. Noah doesn’t have time for Amelia’s celebrity problems, but can’t help becoming her grumpy tour guide. The third book in the When in Rome series is expected to be published on January 7, 2025. Available on Libby (e-book)
Emily Wilde’s Encyclopedia of Faeries by Heather Fawcett: Emily Wilde, a brilliant but socially awkward Cambridge professor, travels to the remote village of Hrafnsvik to research faerie folklore for her groundbreaking encyclopedia. Preferring solitude and the company of her dog, books, and the Fair Folk, Emily has little interest in befriending the gruff townsfolk–or her charming yet insufferable academic rival, Wendall Bambley. As Emily delves into the secrets of the elusive Hidden Ones, she uncovers not just the mysteries of the faerie lore but also unexpected truths. The third book in the Emily Wilde series is expected to be published on February 11, 2025. Available on Boundless (audio/e-book) and Libby (audio/e-book)
Ornithologist’s Field Guide to Love by India Holton: Rival ornithologists Beth Pickering and Devon Lockley are forced to team up to capture the rare caladrius bird and win the prestigious Birder of the Year competition. Beth is determined to resist Devon’s roguish charm, while Devon can’t help but fall for Beth’s brilliance and bravery. But as danger and deception arise in their hunt, keeping their distance becomes impossible. The second book in the Love Academic series is expected to be published on April 8, 2025. Available on Boundless (e-book)
Assistant to the Villain by Hannah Maeher: Evie Sage never expected to become the assistant to Rennedawn’s most notorious Villain, but with her family to support, she couldn’t refuse the job–even if it comes with severed heads, squishy eyeballs, and a dangerously attractive boss. Trying not to fall for him is hard enough, but when Evie uncovers a plot to sabotage his empire, she’s thrust into a web of danger and deceit. The third book in the Assistant to the Villain series is expected to be published on August 5, 2025. Available on Boundless (e-book), Libby (e-book), and Hoopla (audio)
The Maid by Nita Prose: Molly Gray, a socially awkward hotel maid finds her life upended when she discovers the wealthy Charles Black dead in his hotel suite. Her peculiar demeanor makes her the prime suspect, drawing her into a web of deception she struggles to unravel. With the help of unexpected allies, Molly must uncover the truth behind Mr. Black’s death to clear her name. The third book in the Molly the Maid series is expected to be published on April 8, 2025. Available on Boundless (audio/e-book) and Libby (audio/e-book)
These books are all about puzzles and games! And, check out our Jigsaw Puzzle Tournament coming up on January 29.
Inheritance Games by Jennifer Lynn Barnes: Avery Grambs has a plan for a better future: survive high school, win a scholarship, and get out. But her fortunes change in an instant when billionaire Tobias Hawthorne dies and leaves Avery his entire fortune. The catch? Avery has no idea why — or even who Tobias Hawthorne is. Avery must move into sprawling, secret passage-filled Hawthorne House, where every room bears the old man’s love of puzzles, riddles, and codes. Unfortunately for Avery, Hawthorne House is also occupied by Tobias Hawthorne’s four grandsons, who she must also navigate in order to survive. Available on Boundless (audio/e-book) and Libby (audio/e-book)
The Fellowship of Puzzlemakers by Samuel Burr: Abandoned at birth on the steps of the Fellowship of Puzzlemakers, Clayton Stumper was raised by a group of eccentric enigmatologists and now finds himself among the last survivors of a fading institution. When Clayton’s maternal figure passes away, she bestows her final puzzle on him: a promise to reveal the mystery of his past and prepare him for life beyond the walls of the commune. As Clayton unravels each clue, he discovers something that the Fellowship has never been able to solve. Available on Boundless (audio/e-book) and Libby (audio)
Ready Player One by Ernest Cline: While the planet is declining and falling apart, Wade Watts escapes into the OASIS, an expansive virtual reality universe created by eccentric James Halliday. After Wade finds the first clue to Halliday’s scavenger hunt, he learns that he might need to confront the real world in order to succeed. Available on Boundless (audio/e-book) and Libby (audio/e-book)
The Greatest Stories Ever Played by Dustin Hansen: Dustin Hansen, a self-confessed video game addict, examines the storytelling skills shown in some of the most beloved and moving games of all time. The Greatest Stories Ever Played, examines the relationship between gaming and storytelling in a new way.
The Queen’s Gambit by Walter Tevis: Sent to an orphanage at the age of eight, Beth Harmon finds that in order to escape her reality, she plays chess and takes the little green pills that are given to her and the other children to keep them subdued. Progressing her chess talent to the top of the US rankings, she finds that she is able to create a new life for herself. But to Beth, there is more at stake than merely winning and losing. Available on Libby (audio/e-book) and Hoopla (audio/e-book)