Fantasy and a variety of religious texts I haven’t had the patience to finish. I purchase these with good intentions, open them up for a few pages, and then someone asks me to do something. I can’t leave these out to finish a few hours later, either. I have to also put them away 24/7 because the person who doesn’t like people, always has people pulling up with prior notice, or unannounced. I have lost interest and need to make room for my other books. I am the only person in this house who once HAD an interest in fantasy novels. Here, my frustration is your gain. Good luck, my friend.

Sarah J. Maas

Heavy Paperback (2 to 4 lbs)

Illinois

A #1 New York Times bestseller! Sarah J. Maas's bestselling Crescent City series begins with House of Earth and Blood, which follows the story of half-Fae and half-human Bryce Quinlan as she seeks revenge in a contemporary fantasy world of magic, danger, and searing romance. Bryce Quinlan had the perfect life-working hard all day and partying all night-until a demon murdered her closest friends, leaving her bereft, wounded, and alone. When the accused is behind bars but the crimes start up again, Bryce finds herself at the heart of the investigation. She'll do whatever it takes to avenge their deaths. Hunt Athalar is a notorious Fallen angel, now enslaved to the Archangels he once attempted to overthrow. His brutal skills and incredible strength have been set to one purpose-to assassinate his boss's enemies, no questions asked. But with a demon wreaking havoc in the city, he's offered an irresistible deal: help Bryce find the murderer, and his freedom will be within reach. As Bryce and Hunt dig deep into Crescent City's underbelly, they discover a dark power that threatens everything and everyone they hold dear, and they find, in each other, a blazing passion-one that could set them both free, if they'd only let it. With unforgettable characters, sizzling romance, and page-turning suspense, this richly inventive new fantasy series by #1 New York Times bestselling author Sarah J. Maas delves into the heartache of loss, the price of freedom-and the power of love.

House of Earth and Blood

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Edward Viljoen

Light Paperback (1 lb or less)

The Song of God Retold in Simplified English (the Essential Wisdom Library)

The latest title in the Essential Wisdom Library, The Bhagavad Gita: The Song of God in Modern English brings the powerful Hindu epic to a new audience. Part of the Mahabharata, the Gita is a dialogue between Prince Arjuna and Lord Krishna. Its verses contain some of the key ideas of Hindu philosophy--Dharma, Moksha, and various yogic practices. Originally written well over a thousand years ago, the Gita has proven to be a timeless source of wisdom, inspiring philosophers and revolutionaries alike in the millennia since it was written. Viljoen's retelling is rendered in clear, modern English that beautifully captures the power and depth of the original work. In addition to the retelling of the text, this edition includes a character list, a glossary of important terms, and chapters exploring the history of the Mahabharata and the impact and meaning of the Bhagavad Gita itself. The Bahagavad Gita is an approachable way for today's readers to engage with one of history's richest spiritual epics.

The Bhagavad Gita

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Gorgeous books I haven’t made time to finish

These are those books people see you reading and they ask you questions about how it turns out before you finished reading it. Idk, here you go.

Melissa Bond

Withdrawn book purchased from Rockford Public Library. 

Heavy Hardcover (2 to 4 lbs)

My Journey to the Edge of Madness

Brain on Fire meets High Achiever in this visceral, propulsive memoir detailing a woman's accidental descent into prescription benzodiazepine dependence and the life-threatening impacts of the drugs' long-term use.

As Melissa Bond raises her infant daughter and a special-needs one-year-old son, she suffers from unbearable insomnia, sleeping an hour or less each night. She loses her job as a journalist (a casualty of the 2008 recession), and her relationship with her husband grows distant. Her doctor casually prescribes benzodiazepines--a family of drugs that includes Xanax, Valium, Klonopin, Ativan--and increases her dosage on a regular basis.

Following her doctor's orders, Melissa takes the pills night after night; her body begins to shut down and she collapses while holding her infant daughter. Only then does Melissa learn that her doctor--like many doctors--has over-prescribed the medication and quitting cold turkey could lead to psychosis or fatal seizures. Benzodiazepine addiction is not well studied, and few experts know how to help Melissa as she begins the months-long process of tapering off the pills without suffering debilitating, potentially deadly consequences.

Each page thrums with the heartbeat of Melissa's struggle--how many hours has she slept? How many weeks old are her babies? How many milligrams has she taken? Her propulsive writing crescendos to a fever pitch as she fights for her health and her ability to care for her children. Lyrical and immersive, Blood Orange Night shines a light on the prescription benzodiazepine epidemic as it reaches a crisis point in this country.

Blood Orange Night

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Jenny Colgan

"Sheer indulgence from start to finish."--Sophie Kinsella, #1 New York Timesbestselling author A delicious rom-com about finding yourself and breaking out of routines, The Sweetshop of Dreamsis full of tempting desserts, family secrets, and second chances. Rosie Hopkins has gotten used to busy London life. It's...comfortable. And though she might like a more rewarding career, and her boyfriend's not exactly the king of romance, Rosie's not complaining. And when she visits her Aunt Lilian's small country village to help sort out her sweetshop, she expects it to be dull at best. Lilian Hopkins has spent her life running Lipton's sweetshop, through wartime and family feuds. When her great-niece Rosie arrives to help her with the shop, the last thing Lillian wants to slow down and wrestle with the secret history hidden behind the jars of beautifully colored sweets. But as Rosie gets Lilian back on her feet, breathes a new life into the candy shop, and gets to know the mysterious and solitary Stephen--whose family seems to own the entire town--she starts to think that settling for what's comfortable might not be so great after all. Fans of British chick-lit authors Sophie Kinsella, Jennifer Weiner and Jill Mansell will find the nostalgic sweets and light-hearted romance in this book more than satisfying. Also by Jenny Colgan: Meet Me At The Cupcake Café The Loveliest Chocolate Shop in Paris Praise for Sweetshop of Dreams: "...delightful confection of a book"--Booklist "Colgan's sweet tale is filled with humor, family, friendship and love...a fun, heartwarming book."--RT Book Reviews "...a charming little tale of love and family."--Shelf Awareness for Readers "...full of charm"--A Bookish Affair "...a wonderful treat"--Charming Chelsey's

Sweetshop of Dreams

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Emma Barrett

Paul Martin

Why Some People Thrive at the Limits

Explores the physical and psychological challenges faced by people in extreme environments, discussing the traits they share that enable them to overcome pain, physical hardship, and loneliness.

Extreme

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I haven’t even opened the book yet

Either I misplaced my bookmark. Or I lost my patience halfway through. There are people out there who don't want you to finish every book. So I had to start prioritizing what I read.

Lawrence Anthony

Graham Spence

Some signs of use and slight discoloration on the side of the pages. Please reach out with any questions p60 JNVQ.

Massachusetts

My Life with the Herd in the African Wild

Lawrence Anthony devoted his life to animal conservation, protecting the world's endangered species. Then he was asked to accept a herd of "rogue" wild elephants on his Thula Thula game reserve in Zululand. His common sense told him to refuse, but he was the herd's last chance of survival: they would be killed if he wouldn't take them. In order to save their lives, Anthony took them in. In the years that followed he became a part of their family. And as he battled to create a bond with the elephants, he came to realize that they had a great deal to teach him about life, loyalty, and freedom. The Elephant Whisperer is a heartwarming, exciting, funny, and sometimes sad memoir of Anthony's experiences with these huge yet sympathetic creatures. Set against the background of life on an African game reserve, with unforgettable characters and exotic wildlife, Anthony's unrelenting efforts at animal protection and his remarkable connection with nature will inspire animal lovers and adventurous souls everywhere.

The Elephant Whisperer

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Rachael King

Paperback (1 to 2 lbs)

A Novel

Sophie Edgar barely recognizes her husband, Thomas, an amateur naturalist, when he returns from the Amazon, where he had hoped to find his long-dreamed-of mythical butterfly, Papilio sophia. The optimistic young Edwardian gentleman is gone, replaced by a weak, nearly mute shadow of the man she married. Unable to break through his heartbreaking silence, Sophie must glean what she can from his diaries and boxes of exquisite butterflies in order to discover what happened to Thomas in the lush and perilous jungles of Brazil. In the process, she learns as much about herself and her marriage as she does about the secrets harbored by a haunted soul.

A magnificent debut, written in rich and sensuous prose, Rachael King's The Sound of Butterflies is an unforgettable journey from the demure gentility of turn-of-the-twentieth-century England into the heart of darkness.

The Sound of Butterflies

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Richard Adams

Texas

First published in 1972, Richard Adam's extraordinary bestseller Watership Down takes us to a world we have never truly seen: to the remarkable life that teems in the fields, forests, and riverbanks, far beyond our cities and towns. It is a powerful saga of courage, leadership, and survival; and epic tale of a hardy band of Berkshire rabbits forced to flee the destruction of their fragile community and their trials and triumphs in the face of extraordinary adversity as they pursue a glorious dream called "home"

Watership Down

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I just didn't get to finish it

Erik Wahl

Hardcover (1 to 2 lbs)

Ignite the Power of Disciplined Creativity

From the world-famous graffiti artist, beloved corporate speaker, and bestselling author of Unthink, a provocative new book on how you can train yourself to become creative in your business and everyday life.

The Spark and the Grind

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Avery Aames

Welcome to the grand opening of Fromagerie Bessette. Or as it's more commonly known by the residents of small-town Providence, Ohio-the Cheese Shop.


Welcome to the grand opening of Fromagerie Bessette. Or as it's more commonly known by the residents of small-town Providence, Ohio-the Cheese Shop. Proprietor Charlotte Bessette has prepared a delightful sampling of bold Cabot Clothbound Cheddar, delicious tortes of Stilton and Mascarpone, and a taste of Sauvignon Blanc-but someone else has decided to make a little crime of passion thepiece de resistance. Right outside the shop Charlotte finds a body, the victim stabbed to death with one of her prized olive-wood handled knives.


The Long Quiche Goodbye

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Jaimal Yogis

Author explores buddhism while learning to surf. Great new perspective especially when you already know you like buddhism. 👍 

A Surfer's Quest to Find Zen on the Sea

Chronicles the author's teenage journey to Hawaii, where he applied the principles of Hermann Hesse's Siddhartha to his surfing adventures, an effort that eventually took him to the shores of New York and the monasteries of France in search of a better understanding of the spiritual nature of the sport. Original.

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