New Arrivals - 11/20/09

ADULT FICTION

"An Echo in the Bone" by Diana Gabaldon - "Diana Gabaldon's brilliant storytelling has captivated millions of readers in her bestselling and award-winning Outlander saga. Now, in An Echo in the Bone, ...Gabaldon continues the extraordinary story of the eighteenth-century Scotsman Jamie Fraser and his twentieth-century time-traveling wife, Claire Randall." - Inside front cover

"Razor Sharp" by Fern Michaels - "When it comes to repaying a debt, the women of the Sisterhood...never forget. And now one of their allies needs help only they can give...even the highest courts in the land will be no match for seven fearless friends determined to ensure that real justice is served, Sisterhood style." - Back cover

ADULT NON-FICTION

"Dangerous Games: The Uses and Abuses of History" by Margaret MacMillan - "Reminds readers that history matters...This is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the importance of correctly understanding the past." - Publisher's Weekly

"The Pleasures of Cooking for One" by Judith Jones - "From the legendary editor of some of the world's greatest cooks--including Julia Childs and James Beard--a passionate and practical book about the joys of cooking for one." -- Inside front cover

"The Sibley Guide to Trees" by David Allen Sibley - "I had thought that trees were so replete with variables that a field guide would be impossible. I hadn't counted on Sibley's genius with words and paint to turn the impossible into this brilliant, eminently useful reality." - Richard Ellis, author of Tuna: A Love Story

JUVENILE FICTION

"Beyond the Grave: The 39 Clues" by Jude Watson - "Amy and Dan Cahill, ...are off to Egypt to find the next clue left by Ekaterina branch founder Katherine Cahill..they learn about the rivalry between the Tomas and Ekaterina branches of the Cahill family, discover a secret Ekaterina stronghold at an Egyptian hotel, and explore tombs of ancient Egyptians. Amy and Dan discover Cahill connections to Napoleon, Thomas Edison, and Marie Curie along with paintings and hieroglyphs that will lead them on their dangerous hunt that's fraught with betrayals and reversals. Like the previous books, historical information is woven into the fast-paced adventure."-- Sarah Polace, Cuyahoga County Public Library -- SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL

"Black Circle: The 39 Clues" by Patrick Carman - "Amy and Dan go to their most treacherous destination yet, a frozen land of Cahill secrets and betrayal. With danger close behind, they must track down one of history's greatest lost treasures. Governments were toppled and rulers were killed during the last attempt to find it. Do Amy and Dan even stand a chance?" -- Brodart

"Sword Thief: The 39 Clues" by Peter Lerangis - "Amy and Dan Cahill are now on their way to Japan...while boarding a flight to Tokyo, they are outfoxed by two of their cousins,..Seperated from their au pair, Nellie, and cat, Saladin, they are forced to find alternate transportation in their Uncle Alistair's private jet. Though they never fully trust him, Amy and Dan must rely on his knowledge of Japan and of their Cahill ancestor, Toyotomi Hideyoshi, a famous warrior whose stronghold may harbor their next clue." --Jackie Partch, Multnomah County Library -- SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL

"Cycle of Rice: Cycle of Life" by Jan Reynolds - "With captivating text and lush photographs, Jan Reynolds explores the traditional world of rice farming on the beautiful island of Bali. Readers of all ages will come away with an enhanced awareness of how we farm, eat, and live today, and the effects these practices have on the world of tomorrow." -- Inside front cover

"Just the Right Size: Why Big Animals are Big and Little Animals are Little" by Nicola Davies - "Find out what keeps big animals (like us!) from engaging in astonishing feats of strength and agility and why there would be a downside to being tiny and all-powerful." -- Inside front cover
"My School in the Rain Forest" by Margaret Ruurs - "In this lively photo essay, readers get to know students who are pursuing their dreams of a brighter future, and of teachers who are devoted to improving people's lives--from the arid plains of Southern Afghanistan to the rain forests of Guatemala." - Inside front cover

PICTURE BOOKS

"Flip, Flap, Fly!" by Phyllis Root - "With buoyant rhyme by Phyllis Root and cheerful illustrations by David Walker, here is an irresistible page-turner for babies and toddlers everywhere." - Inside front cover

"Good Night, Gorilla" by Peggy Rathmann - "It's bedtime at the zoo, and all the animals are going to sleep. Or are they?...Sneak along behind the zookeeper's back, and see who gets the last laugh in this riotous goodnight romp." - Inside front cover

"The Dunderheads" by Paul Fleischman - "Newbery Medal winner Paul Fleischman creates a winning cast of underdogs--and one of the terrifying teachers you'll ever meet--brought to vivid and quirky life by illustrator David Roberts." - Inside front cover

"Pennies for Elephants" by Lita Judge - "Based on actual events that occurred in 1914, this uplifting story is an inspiring example of the great things children can accomplish when they put their hearts and minds to work. - Inside front cover

"Strega Nona's Harvest" by Tomie dePaola - "Tomie dePaola has been delighting readers with tales of the wonderfully wise Strega Nona and her bumbling sidekick Big Anthony for generations. With his trademark charm and humor, he has created another delicious tale perfect for family sharing." -- Inside front cover

"Whoo Goes There?" by Jennifer A. Ericsson - "Jennifer A. Ericcson's rhythmic, cumulative text about one very hungry owl is accompanied by the remarkable paintings of noted artist Bert Kitchen." -- Inside front cover

"Mouse was Mad" by Linda Urban -- "While never communicating quite what Mouse is mad about at the outset, this charmingly illustrated title takes readers through several possible methods of expressing said anger... Urban unfurls the gentle 'be true to yourself' moral perfectly, with plenty of funny dialogue, overplayed reaction and the enduring appeal of the tiny hero...Well-pitched for preschoolers just learning social skills, this would be equally excellent for family reading, classrooms and storytimes." -- Kirkus Reviews

"Bubble Trouble" by Margaret Mahy - "When Mabel blows a bubble, it causes trouble in an inimitable Mahy way, surrounding Baby and taking him on an amazing adventure. The text's tongue-stumbling internal rhymes will keep storytellers on their toes while Dunbar's cut-paper and watercolor illustrations faithfully depict every detail. As suspense builds in both words and pictures, little ones' eyes will be as round as the bubble. R. SMITH." - THE HORN BOOK

"How Do Dinosaurs Say I Love You?" by Jane Yolen & Mark Teague - "With warmth and irresistible humor, award winners Jane Yolen and Mark Teague present readers with a familiar range of naughty childhood antics followed by dinosaur-sized kisses, hugs, and those three precious words that can never be said too often: I Love You!" - Inside front cover

"Paula Bunyan" by Phyllis Root - "Bounding with outsize visual and verbal humor, Paula Bunyan is a hilariously clever take on a classic American tall tale." - Inside front cover

YOUNG ADULT FICTION

"Catching Fire" by Suzanne Collins - "In Catching Fire, the second novel of the Hunger Games trilogy, Suzanne Collins continues the story of Katniss Everdeen, testing her more than ever...and surprising readers at every turn." -- Inside front cover