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What we loved in 2022: Fiction

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Here are a few titles, some brand new and some older, that staff enjoyed this last year.

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Summer Sons

Summer Sons

by Mandelo, Lee

Book - 2021

What an incredible debut novel! A Queer gothic thriller set in Appalachia that satisfied my desire for interpersonal conflict, romance, fast cars and the occult. ~Cassandra What an incredible debut novel! A Queer gothic thriller set in Appalachia that satisfied my desire for interpersonal conflict, romance, fast cars and the occult. ~Cassandra Show less

What an incredible debut novel! A Queer gothic thriller set in Appalachia that satisfied my desire for interpersonal conflict, romance, fast cars and the occult. ~Cassandra What an incredible debut novel! A Queer gothic thriller set in Appalachia that satisfied my desire for interpersonal conflict, romance, fast cars and the occult. ~Cassandra Show less

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The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue

The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue

by Schwab, Victoria

Book - 2020

...poignant, deeply romantic and unputdownable -- Faustian bargain meets Time Traveler's Wife. (Pub date is 2020, but I did read and enjoy it this year!) ~Christie ...poignant, deeply romantic and unputdownable -- Faustian bargain meets Time Traveler's Wife. (Pub date is 2020, but I did read and enjoy it this year!) ~Christie Show less

...poignant, deeply romantic and unputdownable -- Faustian bargain meets Time Traveler's Wife. (Pub date is 2020, but I did read and enjoy it this year!) ~Christie ...poignant, deeply romantic and unputdownable -- Faustian bargain meets Time Traveler's Wife. (Pub date is 2020, but I did read and enjoy it this year!) ~Christie Show less

All copies in use Availability details Holds: 94 on 87 copies

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Briefly, A Delicious Life

Briefly, A Delicious Life

A Novel

by Stevens, Nell, 1985-

Book - 2022

It's historical fiction that is gothic, ghostly, and romantic. It is told from the point of view of a teenage girl whose ghost haunts an old monastery, an...Show more It's historical fiction that is gothic, ghostly, and romantic. It is told from the point of view of a teenage girl whose ghost haunts an old monastery, and who becomes fixated on the writer George Sand when she and her family come to visit. It's beautifully written, and also quite funny in places. Cannot recommend it enough! ~Autumn Show less

It's historical fiction that is gothic, ghostly, and romantic. It is told from the point of view of a teenage girl whose ghost haunts an old monastery, an...Show more It's historical fiction that is gothic, ghostly, and romantic. It is told from the point of view of a teenage girl whose ghost haunts an old monastery, and who becomes fixated on the writer George Sand when she and her family come to visit. It's beautifully written, and also quite funny in places. Cannot recommend it enough! ~Autumn Show less

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Demon Copperhead

Demon Copperhead

A Novel

by Kingsolver, Barbara

Book - 2022

It's a retelling of David Copperfield set in Modern Day Appalachia. Heartbreaking, but her ability to tell a story and build a picture of an entire community will pull you in. ~Beth It's a retelling of David Copperfield set in Modern Day Appalachia. Heartbreaking, but her ability to tell a story and build a picture of an entire community will pull you in. ~Beth Show less

It's a retelling of David Copperfield set in Modern Day Appalachia. Heartbreaking, but her ability to tell a story and build a picture of an entire community will pull you in. ~Beth It's a retelling of David Copperfield set in Modern Day Appalachia. Heartbreaking, but her ability to tell a story and build a picture of an entire community will pull you in. ~Beth Show less

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The Monsters We Defy

The Monsters We Defy

by Penelope, L., 1978-

Book - 2022

One of my top 3 books of 2022! ~Anna One of my top 3 books of 2022! ~Anna Show less

One of my top 3 books of 2022! ~Anna One of my top 3 books of 2022! ~Anna Show less

All copies in use Availability details Holds: 96 on 13 copies

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You Made A Fool of Death With your Beauty

You Made A Fool of Death With your Beauty

A Novel

by Emezi, Akwaeke

Book - 2022

...deals with handling grief in healthy and not so healthy ways. Beautifully written, but without feeling like it's trying to be too smart for you. ~Emma ...deals with handling grief in healthy and not so healthy ways. Beautifully written, but without feeling like it's trying to be too smart for you. ~Emma Show less

...deals with handling grief in healthy and not so healthy ways. Beautifully written, but without feeling like it's trying to be too smart for you. ~Emma ...deals with handling grief in healthy and not so healthy ways. Beautifully written, but without feeling like it's trying to be too smart for you. ~Emma Show less

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The Island

The Island

by McKinty, Adrian

Book - 2022

His last book The Chain was kind of a "so bad it's good" guilty pleasure read, but the Island was believable and a gripping thriller for adults. ~Will His last book The Chain was kind of a "so bad it's good" guilty pleasure read, but the Island was believable and a gripping thriller for adults. ~Will Show less

His last book The Chain was kind of a "so bad it's good" guilty pleasure read, but the Island was believable and a gripping thriller for adults. ~Will His last book The Chain was kind of a "so bad it's good" guilty pleasure read, but the Island was believable and a gripping thriller for adults. ~Will Show less

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A Mirror Mended

A Mirror Mended

by Harrow, Alix E.

Book - 2022

A really fun read ~Jocelyn A really fun read ~Jocelyn Show less

A really fun read ~Jocelyn A really fun read ~Jocelyn Show less

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The Twilight World

The Twilight World

by Herzog, Werner, 1942-

Book - 2022

A genre-bending novel based on a true story that reads like a screenplay mixed with prose poetry ~Amelia A genre-bending novel based on a true story that reads like a screenplay mixed with prose poetry ~Amelia Show less

A genre-bending novel based on a true story that reads like a screenplay mixed with prose poetry ~Amelia A genre-bending novel based on a true story that reads like a screenplay mixed with prose poetry ~Amelia Show less

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Our Wives Under the Sea

Our Wives Under the Sea

by Armfield, Julia

Book - 2022

I love a weird book so Our Wives Under the Sea by Julia Armfield is a gorgeous heartfelt queer sci-fi book about grief, love & underwater horror. ~Holly I love a weird book so Our Wives Under the Sea by Julia Armfield is a gorgeous heartfelt queer sci-fi book about grief, love & underwater horror. ~Holly Show less

I love a weird book so Our Wives Under the Sea by Julia Armfield is a gorgeous heartfelt queer sci-fi book about grief, love & underwater horror. ~Holly I love a weird book so Our Wives Under the Sea by Julia Armfield is a gorgeous heartfelt queer sci-fi book about grief, love & underwater horror. ~Holly Show less

All copies in use Availability details Holds: 105 on 14 copies

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The One Hundred Years of Lenni and Margot

The One Hundred Years of Lenni and Margot

A Novel

by Cronin, Marianne

Book - 2021

I loved The One Hundred Years of Lenni and Margot for its complex portrayal of grief, joy, friendship, and creativity. This was an Alex Award winner: written for adults, with crossover appeal for teens. ~Christie I loved The One Hundred Years of Lenni and Margot for its complex portrayal of grief, joy, friendship, and creativity. This was an Alex Award winner: written for adults, with crossover appeal for teens. ~Christie Show less

I loved The One Hundred Years of Lenni and Margot for its complex portrayal of grief, joy, friendship, and creativity. This was an Alex Award winner: written for adults, with crossover appeal for teens. ~Christie I loved The One Hundred Years of Lenni and Margot for its complex portrayal of grief, joy, friendship, and creativity. This was an Alex Award winner: written for adults, with crossover appeal for teens. ~Christie Show less

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The Love Hypothesis

The Love Hypothesis

by Hazelwood, Ali

Book - 2021

It has a 4.19 rating on Goodreads for a reason. It's a great romance. ~Jackie It has a 4.19 rating on Goodreads for a reason. It's a great romance. ~Jackie Show less

It has a 4.19 rating on Goodreads for a reason. It's a great romance. ~Jackie It has a 4.19 rating on Goodreads for a reason. It's a great romance. ~Jackie Show less

All copies in use Availability details Holds: 149 on 35 copies

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Our Missing Hearts

Our Missing Hearts

A Novel

by Ng, Celeste

Book - 2022

This dystopian novel has clear parallels to current society (anti-Asian hate, removal of children from families, forced patriotism, over-policing, resista...Show more This dystopian novel has clear parallels to current society (anti-Asian hate, removal of children from families, forced patriotism, over-policing, resistance to authoritarianism). Like Ng's other books, this one is beautifully written, with symbolism and literary allusions that are both artful and subtle. (As an aside, it also has one of the most accurate descriptions of library work I have ever seen.) ~Kimberly Show less

This dystopian novel has clear parallels to current society (anti-Asian hate, removal of children from families, forced patriotism, over-policing, resista...Show more This dystopian novel has clear parallels to current society (anti-Asian hate, removal of children from families, forced patriotism, over-policing, resistance to authoritarianism). Like Ng's other books, this one is beautifully written, with symbolism and literary allusions that are both artful and subtle. (As an aside, it also has one of the most accurate descriptions of library work I have ever seen.) ~Kimberly Show less

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When We Cease to Understand the World

When We Cease to Understand the World

by Labatut, Benjamín, 1980-

Book - 2021

Jesse recommends this one. Jesse recommends this one. Show less

Jesse recommends this one. Jesse recommends this one. Show less

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More Than You'll Ever Know

More Than You'll Ever Know

A Novel

by Gutierrez, Katie

Book - 2022

One of my top 3 books of 2022! ~Anna One of my top 3 books of 2022! ~Anna Show less

One of my top 3 books of 2022! ~Anna One of my top 3 books of 2022! ~Anna Show less

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The Violin Conspiracy

The Violin Conspiracy

by Slocumb, Brendan

Book - 2022

Ray McMillan is a young violinist preparing to play in the Tchaikovsky Competition when his priceless instrument is stolen and held for ransom. The violin...Show more Ray McMillan is a young violinist preparing to play in the Tchaikovsky Competition when his priceless instrument is stolen and held for ransom. The violin, which was given to Ray by his grandmother, is a Stradivarius that was given to her grandfather, who received it from the family who enslaved him. The story traces Ray's efforts to find the violin and battle those who question the ownership of the instrument. Bonus points again for the audiobook, and for the author's Spotify playlist that will make you appreciate classical music in a new way. ~Mia Show less

Ray McMillan is a young violinist preparing to play in the Tchaikovsky Competition when his priceless instrument is stolen and held for ransom. The violin...Show more Ray McMillan is a young violinist preparing to play in the Tchaikovsky Competition when his priceless instrument is stolen and held for ransom. The violin, which was given to Ray by his grandmother, is a Stradivarius that was given to her grandfather, who received it from the family who enslaved him. The story traces Ray's efforts to find the violin and battle those who question the ownership of the instrument. Bonus points again for the audiobook, and for the author's Spotify playlist that will make you appreciate classical music in a new way. ~Mia Show less

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Just Like Home

Just Like Home

by Gailey, Sarah

Book - 2022

Just Like Home by Sarah Gailey absolutely destroyed me; an excellent addition to complicated messy family dynamics / haunted house stories. ~Holly Just Like Home by Sarah Gailey absolutely destroyed me; an excellent addition to complicated messy family dynamics / haunted house stories. ~Holly Show less

Just Like Home by Sarah Gailey absolutely destroyed me; an excellent addition to complicated messy family dynamics / haunted house stories. ~Holly Just Like Home by Sarah Gailey absolutely destroyed me; an excellent addition to complicated messy family dynamics / haunted house stories. ~Holly Show less

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The Lost Man

The Lost Man

by Harper, Jane

Book - 2019

It's a murder mystery and family drama taking place in what has to be the hottest most remote place on earth. The Australian outback. ~Jackie It's a murder mystery and family drama taking place in what has to be the hottest most remote place on earth. The Australian outback. ~Jackie Show less

It's a murder mystery and family drama taking place in what has to be the hottest most remote place on earth. The Australian outback. ~Jackie It's a murder mystery and family drama taking place in what has to be the hottest most remote place on earth. The Australian outback. ~Jackie Show less

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Sparks Like Stars

Sparks Like Stars

A Novel

by Hashimi, Nadia

Book - 2021

This book tells the story of a young girl during the 1978 coup in Afghanistan, her subsequent move to the US, and a confrontation of her past trauma as an...Show more This book tells the story of a young girl during the 1978 coup in Afghanistan, her subsequent move to the US, and a confrontation of her past trauma as an adult. It is a captivating narrative that provides a window into a significant period of recent history. ~Kimberly Show less

This book tells the story of a young girl during the 1978 coup in Afghanistan, her subsequent move to the US, and a confrontation of her past trauma as an...Show more This book tells the story of a young girl during the 1978 coup in Afghanistan, her subsequent move to the US, and a confrontation of her past trauma as an adult. It is a captivating narrative that provides a window into a significant period of recent history. ~Kimberly Show less

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Nona the Ninth

Nona the Ninth

by Muir, Tamsyn

Book - 2022

Nona the Ninth in The Locked Tomb series. Sapphic sci-fi with a lot of humor and heart. Read the physical book, and am on my second listen to the audiobook, which is excellent. ~Emma (Beth loved it too) Nona the Ninth in The Locked Tomb series. Sapphic sci-fi with a lot of humor and heart. Read the physical book, and am on my second listen to the audiobook, which is excellent. ~Emma (Beth loved it too) Show less

Nona the Ninth in The Locked Tomb series. Sapphic sci-fi with a lot of humor and heart. Read the physical book, and am on my second listen to the audiobook, which is excellent. ~Emma (Beth loved it too) Nona the Ninth in The Locked Tomb series. Sapphic sci-fi with a lot of humor and heart. Read the physical book, and am on my second listen to the audiobook, which is excellent. ~Emma (Beth loved it too) Show less

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Lessons in Chemistry

Lessons in Chemistry

A Novel

by Garmus, Bonnie

Book - 2022

I thoroughly enjoyed this story about a female scientist set in the 1960s. Strong characters and laugh-out-loud funny. ~Andrea (Christie liked it too) I thoroughly enjoyed this story about a female scientist set in the 1960s. Strong characters and laugh-out-loud funny. ~Andrea (Christie liked it too) Show less

I thoroughly enjoyed this story about a female scientist set in the 1960s. Strong characters and laugh-out-loud funny. ~Andrea (Christie liked it too) I thoroughly enjoyed this story about a female scientist set in the 1960s. Strong characters and laugh-out-loud funny. ~Andrea (Christie liked it too) Show less

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The Final Revival of Opal & Nev

The Final Revival of Opal & Nev

A Novel

by Walton, Dawnie

Book - 2021

Tells the story of an interracial band and the dynamics and racism that break them apart. ~Christina Tells the story of an interracial band and the dynamics and racism that break them apart. ~Christina Show less

Tells the story of an interracial band and the dynamics and racism that break them apart. ~Christina Tells the story of an interracial band and the dynamics and racism that break them apart. ~Christina Show less

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Young Mungo

Young Mungo

A Novel

by Stuart, Douglas, 1976-

Book - 2022

My favorite for adults was Young Mungo. Really poignant and believable story of a gay Scottish teenager in the 90s. Often heart-wrenching bordering on soul-crushing but with a surprising amount of hope. ~Marz My favorite for adults was Young Mungo. Really poignant and believable story of a gay Scottish teenager in the 90s. Often heart-wrenching bordering on soul-crushing but with a surprising amount of hope. ~Marz Show less

My favorite for adults was Young Mungo. Really poignant and believable story of a gay Scottish teenager in the 90s. Often heart-wrenching bordering on soul-crushing but with a surprising amount of hope. ~Marz My favorite for adults was Young Mungo. Really poignant and believable story of a gay Scottish teenager in the 90s. Often heart-wrenching bordering on soul-crushing but with a surprising amount of hope. ~Marz Show less

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In A New York Minute

In A New York Minute

by Spencer, Kate, 1979-

Book - 2022

It's a really cute romance. ~Molly It's a really cute romance. ~Molly Show less

It's a really cute romance. ~Molly It's a really cute romance. ~Molly Show less

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The Cartographers

The Cartographers

A Novel

by Shepherd, Peng

Book - 2022

The Cartographers is mystery/thriller/sci fiand I read it in a single day - an intriguing premise and great suspense, which is tied up in some interpersonal stuff as well as an actual bodily threat. ~Christie The Cartographers is mystery/thriller/sci fiand I read it in a single day - an intriguing premise and great suspense, which is tied up in some interpersonal stuff as well as an actual bodily threat. ~Christie Show less

The Cartographers is mystery/thriller/sci fiand I read it in a single day - an intriguing premise and great suspense, which is tied up in some interpersonal stuff as well as an actual bodily threat. ~Christie The Cartographers is mystery/thriller/sci fiand I read it in a single day - an intriguing premise and great suspense, which is tied up in some interpersonal stuff as well as an actual bodily threat. ~Christie Show less

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