Author: Shamsie, Kamila, 1973- author. Published: 2022 Call Number: F SHAMSIE Format: Books Summary: "Zahra and Maryam have been best friends since childhood in Karachi, even though--or maybe because--they are unlike in nearly every way. Yet they never speak of the differences in their backgrounds or their values, not even after the fateful night when a moment of adolescent impulse upends their plans for the future. Three decades later, Zahra and Maryam have grown into powerful women who have each cut a distinctive path through London. But when two troubling figures from their past resurface, they must finally confront their bedrock differences--and find out whether their friendship can survive"--
Author: Porizkova, Paulina, author. Published: 2022 Call Number: B PORIZKOV Format: Books Summary: "Writer and former model Paulina Porizkova pens a series of intimate, introspective, and enlightening essays about the complexities of womanhood at every age, pulling back the glossy magazine cover and writing from the heart"-- "Born in Cold War Czechoslovakia, Paulina Porizkova rose to prominence as a model, appearing on her first Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue cover in 1984. As the face of Estee Lauder, she was one of the highest-paid models in the world... This is a wise and compelling exploration of heartbreak, grief, beauty, aging, relationships, reinvention, and finding your purpose." --Front jacket flap
Author: Hunter, Denise, 1968- author. Published: 2022 Call Number: F HUNTER Format: Books Summary: "When a tragedy leaves a divorced couple with guardianship of their friends' little girl, Laurel and Gavin drop everything for the sake of the child. While searching for a more permanent arrangement, the estranged couple move into their friends' home to provide temporary care for Emma and manage the on-property apple orchard. As they work together to comfort the grieving child and manage the busy harvest, tempers flare--as does the passion they both remember so well. But will the seeds of love, still growing inside them, thrive and flourish? Or will grief and regret strangle the feelings before they can fully blossom?"--Author's website.
Author: Hunter, Denise, 1968- author. Published: 2022 Call Number: F HUNTER Format: Books Summary: "Dr. Avery Robinson has only ever wanted to take care of her small-town community in Riverbend Gap. She fought her way through medical school and residency and finally opened a clinic to serve her North Carolina town. Her dad's recent near-death experience has left her desperate to better equip and staff the clinic, and her recent commitment to a life of singleness leaves her with plenty of time in which to accomplish those goals. Contractor Wes Mathews is nearly finished hiking the Appalachian Trail in honor of his recently deceased best friend when he falls terribly ill. He stumbles into the nearest town and soon finds himself indebted to the young beautiful doctor who owns the clinic. In lieu of payment, he proposes a trade that will keep him in town--and away from obligations to his best friend's sister--for several weeks. But as Avery and Wes spend time together, their friendship begins moving into unexpected territory, and soon they both begin to question their plans for the future. But will Wes be able to let go of the debt he owes his best friend? And will Avery find the courage to risk everything for love?"--Author's website.
Author: Mahon, Joi, author. Published: 2022 Call Number: 646.404 Format: Books Summary: "The comprehensive manual on everything you need to know about how to sew clothes, Ultimate Illustrated Guide to Sewing Clothes is a must-have resource filled with valuable insight on sewing, tailoring, making alterations, and more! This 288-page how-to guide will equip you with every essential skill you need to sew almost anything from top to bottom! Opening with a detailed section on sewing basics that covers machine sewing and hand sewing techniques, equipment, tools, notions, ironing, and pressing, the book then moves onto other essential subjects, such as selecting and preparing fabrics and achieving an exact fit..."--Amazon.com.
Author: Winters, Katie, author. Published: 2022 Call Number: F WINTERS Format: Books Summary: "The youngest Sheridan sister discovers a powerful love, one that changes her mind forever. A widow seeks refuge in community theater after the death of her husband. And a blizzard blankets Martha's Vineyard with more snow than any of them know"--Back cover.
Author: Winters, Katie, author. Published: 2022 Call Number: F WINTERS Format: Books Summary: Charlotte Hamner lost her beloved husband Jason three years ago. His death nearly destroyed her--but with the help of her dear sisters and cousins in the Montgomery and Sheridan clans, she was able to find hope once more, one day at a time, and ultimately build her wedding planning business back to new heights. Against all odds, she found love again with the dashing photographer, Everett. When Everett gets a once in a lifetime opportunity to work on an island, near his family who live in Seattle, Charlotte is terrified to tell him not to go. How can she stand between this wonderful man and his wildest dreams? As another member of the Montgomery clan meets a tragic end, Charlotte realizes she must remain on Martha's Vineyard and carry her family through this difficult path. --From back cover.
Author: Winters, Katie, author. Published: 2022 Call Number: F WINTERS Format: Books Summary: Martha's Vineyard islanders open their arms to a glorious springtime of change. The Sheridan Women prepare their hearts and minds for long sunny days, family parties, and everlasting love.After a blizzard roared across the island in February, Lola Sheridan was forced to postpone her wedding to Tommy Gasbarro, the handsome Italian sailor who stole her heart two summers back. Their June wedding approaches -- and the Sheridan women have a surprise party up their sleeves, one that will shock all involved and make Lola question her allegiances.A year and a half ago, Susan's daughter, Amanda, prepared to wed her long-time fiancé, Chris -- only to discover that he didn't want to marry her at all. Since then, she's allowed herself to fall for Sam, the handsome front-desk manager at the Sunrise Cove Inn. But after all that heartache, can she really move forward? Can she really trust Sam?When Amanda and Sam are involved in a heartbreaking hit-and-run car accident, Sam, Amanda, and Lola find themselves wrapped up in a mysterious legal case -- one that will prove, once and for all, who the Sheridan family can truly trust.Dive into the thirteenth book of the Vineyard Sunset Series, where a vibrant cast of characters live out their dreams on Martha's Vineyard. This is the story of the Sheridan sisters, a heartwarming journey of friendship, loss, and love that will have you wanting the next book.
Author: Preston, Natasha, author. Published: 2022 Call Number: Y PRESTON Format: Books Summary: Somebody in the town of Rock Bay has posted a "share this post and your own deepest death fear" meme and it seems that everybody but Izzy has shared the creepy graphic; nobody knows who posted it, but soon people start dying, and it seems that the meme is part of a plot to extract revenge on the high school students of Rock Bay--Izzy is determined to investigate, but what she uncovers is her own worst nightmare.
Author: Moreland, Mary, 1968- author. Published: 2022 Call Number: 362.1968 Format: Books Summary: Mary Moreland details her journey through the stages of grief as she comes to terms with her father's death, followed by her mother's Alzheimer's diagnosis. As her mother's disease progresses over eight years, Mary walks readers through the earliest phase and all the way to her mother's deathbed. She provides insightful advice on grieving and caring for loved ones with dementia or Alzheimer's, alongside her own story of loss.
Author: Gray, Henry, 1827-1861, author. Carter, H. V. (Henry Vandyke), 1831-1897, illustrator. Davidson, George W., writer of introduction. Published: 2022 1860 Call Number: 611 Format: Books Summary: This deluxe gift edition of Gray's Anatomy is presented with gilded page edges, patterned endpapers and original illustrations by Henry Carter. Gray's Anatomy is widely considered to be the 'Bible' of the human body. First published in 1858, this book has been continually reprinted and remains an international bestseller. Including accessible and instructive information on the muscles, organs, bones and more, this useful reference book is perfect for medical practitioners, students or anyone with an interest in the history of medicine or in the amazingly complex machine that is the human body. This edition contains the first extensive sections on Osteology, the Articulations, Muscles and Fasciae, the Arteries and the Lymphatics.
Author: Keller, Timothy, 1950- author. Published: 2022 Call Number: 234.5 Format: Books Summary: "Forgiving anyone in a meaningful way is one of the hardest things a person has to do. If you do not, resentment and vengeance begin to consume you. It is nearly impossible to move past transgression without forgiveness, but few people have the resources and the tools to forgive others fully and move on with their lives. Forgiveness is an essential skill, a moral imperative, and a religious belief that cuts right to the core of what it means to be human. In Forgive, Timothy Keller shows readers why it is so important and how to do it, explaining in detail the steps you need to take in order to move on without sacrificing justice or your humanity"--
Author: Hunter, Denise, 1968- author. Published: 2021 Call Number: F HUNTER Format: Books Summary: "When Deputy Cooper Robinson happens upon a car balanced on the edge of a cliff, he does everything he can think of to distract the distraught driver from her perilous situation--up to and including sharing things he's never disclosed to anyone. Likewise, an agitated Katie Loveland opens up to the deputy, and by the time she's rescued, she's formed an intense bond with the man. The traumatic accident makes Katie late to her first dinner with her boyfriend's family. Only then does she discover that the charming deputy who saved her life is also her boyfriend's brother. In the aftermath, both Katie and Cooper must decide what to do with their newfound vulnerability and emotional connection ... And the decision they make could change everything"--
Author: Winters, Katie, author. Published: 2021 Call Number: F WINTERS Format: Books Summary: "In 1943, a powerful hurricane ripped across Martha's Vineyard and destroyed the Historic Cliffside Hotel. Now a broken, long-time realtor who has lived on the island her entire life sells the old acreage and building to a passionate developer--and finds healing, love, and light along the way"--Back cover.
Author: Winters, Katie, author. Published: 2021 2020 Call Number: F WINTERS Format: Books Summary: Christine Sheridan faces the life she never knew she wanted: one of motherhood, companionship, and everlasting love on Martha's Vineyard. She just never imagined there'd be such heartache along the way.
Author: Winters, Katie, author. Published: 2021 Call Number: F WINTERS Format: Books Summary: A never-before-seen Christmas guest arrives to the island, filled with secrets of her own. The Sheridans welcome a brand-new baby. Complications arise left and right as the Sheridan sisters grapple with another season of changes.
Author: Winters, Katie, author. Published: 2021 Call Number: F WINTERS Format: Books Summary: The island of Martha's Vineyard bubbles with anticipation -- summer approaches, as does the first Sheridan wedding in decades.
Author: Winters, Katie, author. Published: 2021 Call Number: F WINTERS Format: Books Summary: The Sheridan-Montgomery clan gather together once more for Thanksgiving, a wedding -- and a rush of family secrets that leave their hearts and minds upended yet again.
Author: Winters, Katie, author. Published: 2021 Call Number: F WINTERS Format: Books Summary: A dream wedding with an unexpected twist takes Susan Sheridan and Amanda on a wild rollercoaster of emotions - one that brings them closer than ever as mother and daughter.
Author: Preston, Natasha, author. Published: 2021 Call Number: Y PRESTON Format: Books Summary: Seventeen-year-old best friends Esme and Kayla return to Camp Pine Lake as counselors in training, but the dark secret they have been hiding for nine years is back to haunt them.
