Klara, an Artificial Friend, observes the world from a store window while waiting to be chosen. When her life takes an unexpected turn, she discovers that humans, and their promises, aren’t always what they seem. Through Klara’s eyes, Kazuo Ishiguro explores love, humanity, and what it means to care for another. AGES 18+
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Roland Casteel, a gruff villain ready for a hero rebrand, hires PR director Vanessa Theriot to transform his image. Their fake romance is supposed to win over the city, but when their feelings become real, they’ll have to face a dangerous supervillain threatening everything they’ve built. AGES 18+
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What happens when the most beautiful girl in the world marries the handsomest prince, only to discover he’s not the man of her dreams? William Goldman’s beloved classic, The Princess Bride, is a witty adventure filled with fencing, fighting, true love, revenge, giants, pirates, escapes, miracles, and plenty of surprises. In short, it’s about everything. AGES 18+
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Dick Winters, commander of the famed “Band of Brothers,” tells his story of leading Easy Company through D-Day, the Battle of the Bulge, and the liberation of Europe. Based on his wartime diary, this memoir shares his experiences, the untold stories of his comrades, and the bonds forged in battle. AGES 18+
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The Witches follows a young boy who discovers that witches are real, and they have a terrible plan to turn children into mice. The book has been banned or challenged for its frightening themes, violence, and dark humor, as well as its portrayal of women. Critics have objected to the story’s depiction of witches as women who disguise themselves as ordinary ladies and its negative stereotypes about appearance and gender. AGES 18+
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Matilda is a sweet, exceptional young girl, but her parents think she's just a nuisance. She expects school to be different but there she has to face Miss Trunchbull, a kid-hating terror of a headmistress. When Matilda is attacked by the Trunchbull she suddenly discovers she has a remarkable power with which to fight back. It'll take a superhuman genius to give Miss Trunchbull what she deserves and Matilda may be just the one to do it! AGES 12 & UNDER
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