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Rating: 5 stars Genre: Tragedy (Fiction) Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck is about two migrant workers, George Milton and Lennie Small, who travel together during the Great Depression looking for work on ranches in California. George is smart and responsible, while Lennie is physically strong but has an intellectual disability. They share a dream of one day owning their own piece of land where they can live independently. As they begin working on a ranch, they meet a variety

Rating: 5 stars Genre: science fiction Fahrenheit 451 is a dystopian novel about Guy Montag, a fireman whose job is to burn books because his society believes that books and complex ideas cause conflict and unhappiness. At first, Montag accepts this way of life, but after meeting a thoughtful young woman and witnessing several troubling events, he begins to question whether people are truly happy in a world focused on entertainment and technology. As his curiosity grows, he s

Rating: 5 stars Genre: historical fiction, graphic novel Maus II continues the story of Vladek Spiegelman as he recounts the final years of World War II and his experiences during the Holocaust. The book follows Vladek's struggle to survive in increasingly dangerous conditions while remaining separated from many of the people he loves. At the same time, the story continues to show the relationship between Vladek and his son, Art Spiegelman, in the present day. The novel explo

Rating: 5 stars Genre: historical fiction (graphic novel) Maus is a graphic novel that tells the story of Vladek Spiegelman, a Polish Jew who survived the Holocaust during World War II. The story is told through conversations between Vladek and his son, Art Spiegelman, who is trying to understand his father's experiences and preserve his family's history through his dream of being an author. The book moves between the past and the present, showing both Vladek's life during th

Rating: unrated Genre: historical fiction It is about a privileged Armenian boy named Vahan Kandarian whose life is shattered by the Armenian genocide in 1915. It explores themes of grief, betrayal, and finding inner strength to survive. Through the book, Vahan becomes an orphan, servant, and prisoner, and despite all odds, he survives the trauma. The book is based on the real-life experiences of the author's great uncle, so it describes in detail how Vahan finds his "survivo

Rating: 4 stars Genre: graphic novel biography Maus is a true story about Vladek Spiegelman, a Polish Jewish Holocaust Survivor. This book (written by his son, Art Spiegelman), tells the story of Vladek's experiences as a Jewish person during the Holocaust. From near death experiences, to emotional heartbreak, Vladek endured a tremendous amount of trauma, and is sharing his story through this book. The comic depicts different people as different animals, which is interesting.

Rating: 5 stars Genre: thriller Baby teeth is a psychological thriller about a mother Suzette and her manipulating daughter Hanna. Hanna seems like a normal child to her father but has a deep-secret hatred for her mother and attempts to eliminate her. The book goes into detail about the perspectives of both Hanna and Suzette explain how they both feel and think of the situations and hardships of their family. As the days go on Suzette’s sanity and health begins to weaken as s

Rating: 4 stars The Lost Hero by Rick Riordan follows three demigods, Jason, Piper, and Leo, who are thrown together at camp Half Blood with missing memories and a dangerous quest ahead. They must rescue a goddess while learning who they are and where they belong. Jason struggles with his lost past, Piper faces impossible choices, and Leo uses humor to hide his insecurities. The story introduces a new threat connected to giants and the awakening of an ancient evil. This book

Rating: 5 star "The Lightning Thief" follows the journey of a twelve-year-old boy named Percy Jackson, who discovers he is a demigod, the son of Poseidon. After being accused of stealing Zeus's lightning bolt, Percy embarks on a quest across the United States to clear his name and prevent a war among the gods. Along the way, he teams up with his friends Grover and Annabeth, facing mythological monsters and challenges that test their courage and friendship. The adventure intro

Rating: 4 stars This book takes place in the dystopian country of Panem. It takes place 64 years prior to the original Hunger Games trilogy. The novel tells the story of a young Coriolanus Snow (the future President of Panem) and his role in the beginning of the Hunger Games. In order to gain a scholarship to go to university, Snow had to mentor a tribute in the games and have them win. Snow ends up with a District 12 girl named Lucy Gray Baird. To ensure her survival and his

Rating: 5 stars The Last Kids on Earth book 3 follows Jack and his friends as they face a powerful new villain who threatens the world in a much bigger and scarier way. The danger isn't just physical in this book i is also fear, doubt, and confidence that become major challenges for the team. Jack struggles with leadership and feeling responsible for everyone's safety. The group must stick together and use both courage and brains to stand a chance. It is much darker than the

Rating: 5 stars In "The Last Kids on Earth," a group of friends finds themselves living in a post-apocalyptic landscape teeming with monsters after a monster invasion wipes out society. They embark on exciting adventures while tackling the difficulties of survival. The story highlights the importance of resilience and teamwork, showing how friends can combine their unique skills to overcome challenges. With a mix of humor and deeper themes about loss and perseverance, it reso

Rating: 3 stars The book is about a man who was accused of a crime that he did not commit, but he, nor anybody else he asks, knows what crime he comitted. The main character of the novel is Josef K. He is a man who is intelligent, he questions the unfair system in which he is being accused by. He can see the flaws and not be scared to point them out. The book does not remind me of any other book. This book is a good book, but at times is dry to read and can get boring. Ther

This month we will discover how many different dishes you can make with pumpkin, from savory to sweet. A selection of cookbooks are available at the library's circulation desk for you to choose from. Pick a book and a recipe, share what you will be bringing on the blog. At the meeting we will have a potluck to sample each others recipe then we will talk about the cookbooks and anything you would like to share about making the dish.

This event is done in partnership with the North Smithfield Land Trust. Discover the world of Alice 's Adeventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll, by exploring the trails at the Booth Pond Conservation Area. Just follow the bright pink markers with "Drink Me" and "Eat Me" on them. Search along the ground for the cache boxes to find the characters that Alic meets on her adventure. You can do this event on your own but downloading the Book Hike pamphlet below. Or you can enjoy

This month's theme is Italian Food This month we will be exploring the wonderful world of Italian Cuisine. A selection of cookbooks are available at the library's circulation desk for you to choose from. Pick a book and a recipe, share what you will be bringing. At the meeting we will have a potluck so we can sample each others recipe, we will talk about the cookbooks and anything you would like to share about making the dish.

Rating: 5 stars This first installment of a thrilling book series features Alex and Conner, whose father had recently died in a car crash. On their 12th birthday, they receive a family heirloom, and Alex accidently finds out that it is a portal to another world, falling in and Conner falling after. They end up trapped, but there is a spell that they can use to get home. Conner is witty and comical, and NEVER takes things too seriously, and doesn't do well in school, and Alex