Saugerties Public Library Book Recommendations

Beachcombing for a Shipwrecked God by Joe Coomer

2008-08-14T14:47:00.003-04:00

Interesting read with interesting characters in the story line

I read this book because I liked the cover & book summary and I have read one other of his books.

Orchid Beach, Orchid Blues, Iron Orchid, Blood Orchid by Stuart Woods

2008-08-14T11:45:00.002-04:00

These four books have new & interesting characters & are good stories.

I read these 4 because I have read other books by this author.

Hold Tight by Harlan Coben

2008-08-14T11:41:00.002-04:00

Entertaining, easy read, engrossing

I read this book because it was recommended by a friend.

The Red Scarf by Kate Furnivall

2008-08-05T15:59:00.002-04:00

Shows how love, friendship, courage & hope can overcome evil. Good read!

I chose this book based on a review I read.

The Girls Who Went Away by Ann Fessler

2008-08-04T16:44:00.002-04:00

It's the truth about a time in u.s. history that needs to be available to the public.

I read this book because of an interview I heard on NPR.

Tales of a Female Nomad by Rita Gelman

2008-07-31T09:44:00.002-04:00

Adventure, real, trust

I read this book because it was recommended by a friend.

Daughter of the Shining Isles by Elizabeth Cunningham

2008-07-31T09:42:00.002-04:00

Heartfelt, you'll cry, amazing

I read this book because it was recommended by a friend.

Novel Destination by Schmidt & Rendon

2008-07-30T15:55:00.002-04:00

What fun! For the avid reader & traveller alike.

I chose this book based on a review I read.

The Red Tent by Anita Diamant

2008-07-30T15:52:00.002-04:00

Fascinating, wonderful what a group of women can do.

I read this book because it was recommended by a friend.

The Prince of Frogtown by Rick Bragg

2008-07-30T15:50:00.002-04:00

GREAT!

I chose this book based on a review I read.

The Passion of Mary Magdalen by Elizabeth Cunningham

2008-07-30T15:48:00.002-04:00

Amazing, fascinating, emotional

I chose this book based on a review I read.

Killer Smile by Lisa Scottoline

2008-07-30T15:45:00.002-04:00

Great! Reading all of her books now.

Easy, fun, interesting

I chose this book because it was recommended by a friend & I liked the cover & book summary.

The Glass Castle by Jeanette Walls

2008-07-30T15:41:00.001-04:00

Harrowing, upsetting, cannot put down, haunting.

The Knitting Circle by Ann Hood

2008-07-30T15:33:00.003-04:00

A wonderful story, but very sad.

I chose this book because it was recommended by a friend and I read a review.

The Whole Truth by David Baldacci

2008-07-30T15:28:00.002-04:00

Great plot, lots of twists & turns. Keeps you on the edge of your seat!

I chose this book based on a review I read.

Welcome to the Saugerties Public Library Reader's Advisory Blog!

2008-06-26T15:15:00.030-04:00

We hope you will visit us often to check out the latest reviews and news on books and audiobooks, as well as upcoming events from our Book Club. This is your chance to voice your opinions on your likes as well as dislikes in fiction and nonfiction.

Book Club meetings are held on the second Thursday of each month. The next meeting will be held August 14th at the library, where we will discuss "World's End" by T.C. Boyle. We hope you will join us!

To receive an extra ticket this summer for our adult reading program, simply reply with a comment to a book review posted on this blog!

Remember to sign your comment and ask Library staff for your ticket the next time you visit the Library.

This offer is in effect from June 30th to August 25, 2008.

We look forward to hearing from you often!