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"Untethered Sky is a beautiful novella about a young woman who aspires to be a runner after tragedy strikes her family. Ruhkers train and partner with great, majestic birds called rocs. Together, they hunt monsters. I'm not one for novellas normally, but I am a big fan of Fonda Lee's fantasy series, The Green Bone Saga. Lee does not disappoint, creating another wonderful world and compelling characters. Bonus: the cover illustration is absolutely gorgeous. If you enjoy shorter fantasy stories, fantastical beasts, and themes of obsession and loss, you might like this." Abigail W., Broadneck Library
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2) The guncle
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Guncle volume 1
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"I ADORED this book! Patrick is a Hollywood star taking a hiatus from acting when his best friend and sister-in-law passes away. Patrick flies home for the funeral and his brother informs him he’s checking into rehab when the kids get out of school. He asks GUP (Gay Uncle Patrick) to take Maisie and Grant to California for the summer. This story about grief, love, family, relationships and moving forward. AND it’s delightfully comical. Rowley narrates the audio and it’s the best!" - Cortney G., Odenton Library
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"Zoe Zeng loves fashion, but she's not being fully appreciated at her fashion magazine job in NYC. So she decides to pack her bags for Silicon Valley to join a tech startup as its head of marketing. As she finds her way in her new role, she makes some new friends, some enemies, and learns some of the realities of being a female professional -- especially in the male-dominated tech industry. I don't typically read contemporary novels, but I was drawn in by the colorful cover and the fact that it was not a romance-heavy story. Zhao spends far more time on Zoe's friendships, particularly with other women. Zhao's female characters build each other up and support each other. I found that very heartwarming. I would describe it as fluffy feels and fabulous fashion tempered with unfortunate realities. If you like contemporary, female-led stories with limited romance, but also some drama and shenanigans, you might like this book." - Abigail W., Broadneck Library
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4) Iron flame
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Empyrean volume 2
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"The sequel to the highly celebrated Fourth Wing brings the literal power couple, Xaden Riorson and Violet Sorrengail, back to keep fighting for Navarre and those beyond the veil. Violet is a second-year cadet now and realizes that not everything in Basgiath is as it seems. Everything she's ever known has proven to be a lie and she no longer knows who to trust, including Xaden. Violet will have to overcome her own trust issues, find her own strength, and fight for what's right this time around. This book is very adventurous, exciting, and a little bit spicy. Yarros has a great way with creating side characters you truly care about. The storytelling has you excited for more and this book certainly has plenty to give! If you're a fan of ACOTAR, The Serpent and the Wings of Night, powerless, and From Blood and Ash, you will definitely enjoy Iron Flame. Make sure to start with Fourth Wing first though." - Mackenzie N., Library Headquarters
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"A slow burn, gothic romance. Written in the form of love letters, you read the experiences and life of Dracula's first bride, Constanta. Their life changes as time sweeps by. They spend their lives in solitary, in vast company, in luxury, and on the run. When Dracula decides to take on additional consorts, Constanta begins to realize the dark secrets and terrible powers her husband holds. Her bond has been made through blood, but her freedom might be worth the risks.
This book was a very dark, slow, and gothic tale. It had plenty of elements of classic romanticism and inclusion of historical events. It's a short read and a nice break from giant novels. If you enjoyed Interview with a Vampire, House of Hunger and What Moves the Dead, you'll enjoy A Dowry of Blood." - Mackenzie N., Library Headquarters
This book was a very dark, slow, and gothic tale. It had plenty of elements of classic romanticism and inclusion of historical events. It's a short read and a nice break from giant novels. If you enjoyed Interview with a Vampire, House of Hunger and What Moves the Dead, you'll enjoy A Dowry of Blood." - Mackenzie N., Library Headquarters
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"Meet the Birds, full of life and promise until one Easter weekend, tragedy occurs. The event is so devastating that it tears the family apart. Years later, something happens that calls them back to the house they grew up in -- and to what really happened that Easter weekend so many years ago.
This book is an emotional roller coaster in a very engaging way. If you enjoy family sagas, you might like this one." - Mary S., Deale Library
This book is an emotional roller coaster in a very engaging way. If you enjoy family sagas, you might like this one." - Mary S., Deale Library
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Housemaid novels volume 1
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"Fantastic. Could barely put it down. Will definitely read more of McFadden's books." - Rebecca H., Discoveries: the Library at the Mall
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Tithenai chronicles volume 2
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"Just like the first one, this book is SO engaging. I don't really love any of the characters which confuses me, but I was hooked from the beginning. There was a lot of "just talk to each other!!" moments that made me want to rattle everyone, but they all got there in the end." Katelyn T., Glen Burnie Library
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