This epic novel by Edward Rutherford spans centuries of generations against the backdrop of the history of New York City.  From the initial settlers, to the Revolutionary War, right up through the modern age and the attacks on the World Trade Center.  Definitely hooks you right away!  Don’t be turned off by the size of the book…it goes quickly!  -Recommended by Mary

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Advent is the first of a proposed trilogy by James Treadwell about the return of magic to an enlightenment-blighted world.  The protagonist is a fifteen year old boy who has been troubled with a “imaginary friend” who is actually not imaginary.  He is sent from his troubled home after being suspended from his school to visit his flighty aunt, who lives in the gatehouse of a crumbling manor house.  His subsequent adventures, alternating with chapters set in the 16th century life of Johannes Faust, had me staying up until 1 AM to finish it.  I am eagerly waiting for the next installment!  -Recommended by Kate

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Summoned to a Christmas feast at the isolated country estate of multimillionaire Robert Hannaford, retired FBI agent Gregor Demarkian is soon back on the job when Hannaford is murdered.  Was the book read by the Mystery Book Club in December.  -Recommended by Kate

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The powerful and engaging story spanning several generations of a teenage cyberbullying victim, a mother missing her lost daughter, and a 1920’s Irish maid.  A wonderful story of life, loss, friendship and motherhood.  -Recommended by Kari

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I loved this book.  It made me smile and cry, it made me cheer for the protagonist and hope for a happy ending.  It made me think about all the youth that are going through the same thing.  I definitely recommend it! -Recommended by Maritza

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Set in Appalachia, as seen through the eyes of an intelligent, independent young mother,  Dellarobia. The book has a strong storyline with global warming as an integral theme. It occasionally borders on the polemic, but Kingsolver writes such beautiful sentences,  that is easy to forgive.   The title refers both to the migratory path of the monarch butterflies, which instead of migrating to Mexico end up Appalachia, and Dellarobia’s growing realization that she needs to change her life. The powerful ending stayed with me for days. – Recommended by Suzanne

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Although, written by different author I’m still a big fan of the Jesse Stone series and thought it was an enjoyable quick read. -Recommended by Linda

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An inspiring book by Debbie Macomber, making one reflect upon the importance of the people we meet throughout our lives. A charm to read especially during the holiday season. -Recommended by Fran

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  A new all-time favorite. It is an enchanting and spellbinding story that as soon as I finished it, I instantly wanted to start it over again. If you need a little magic in your life…this is your book. -Recommended by Mary

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A hilarious compilation of essays by David Sedaris about the steps and missteps of families during the holidays.  -Recommended by Ellen

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