This Week’s Literary Picks from Your Local Library

It’s the weekend, and you’re looking for something to read. Rather than searching your bookshelves for an old novel, why not try one of these suggestions from the staff at the ?

This week’s adult recommendations were written by public services assistant Rachel Vaughn. The teen’s book recommendation was written by Teen Librarian, Diane Wilson.

For adults:

The Faithful Spy by Alex Berenson

CIA agent John Wells has been burying himself deep into al Qaeda ranks since before the Sept. 11 attacks on the United States. He’s buried himself so deep, in fact, that the CIA isn’t sure where his loyalty lies anymore. In this fictional novel, Wells’ al Qaeda superior is planning the next attack on America and, as part of the plan, he sends Wells to the States. Battling with his new beliefs and with the loss of the CIA’s trust, can he and will he find his own way to stop this terrorist attack?

The Crowning Glory of Calla Lily Ponder by Rebecca Wells

Calla Lily grows up in small town La Luna, Louisiana, guided by strong family bonds and the power of the mystical “Moon Lady.” Calla learns early on that she shares her mother’s gift of healing and creating beauty with her hands. We join this young woman on her journey through life as she deals with the early loss of her mother, first love, and the pursuit of success in the big city of New Orleans.  Author Rebecca Wells also penned the popular Ya-Ya Sisterhood books; try this stand alone on for size if you enjoy stories filled with Southern magic and charm.

For teens:

Adoration of Jenna Fox by Mary E. Pearson

Jenna wakes up from a coma remembering nothing, and the pieces don’t add up.  Why is she in California while her dad is in Boston?  Will she ever feel like the girl in the endless videos her mother shows her?  Who is Jenna Fox and what is her secret? Recommended for grades 9-12.

Summaries are based in part from information in the library's catalogue.