Even though we are still enjoying summer, let’s talk about what’s happening at the library this fall. All our programs are up on the website; brochures are also available at the front desk for adult and children programming and our annual Out Loud series.
We are thrilled to have Elinor Florence as our featured author during Out Loud. Elinor is the author of #1 Canadian fiction best seller, Finding Flora, the compelling story of complex, gritty and sympathetic women surviving against daunting odds in 1905 rural Alberta. Put Finding Flora (Doris’s pick for a great summer read) on hold now. Also check out Florence’s other titles: Wildwood and Bird’s Eye View.
Here are other staff picks for your summer reading pleasure
The Infinite Sadness of Small Appliances by Glenn Dixon ( Jan’s pick)
This novel, written by Calgary author Glenn Dixon, came across the circulation desk the very day that Jan’s new dishwasher was being installed. It seemed like something she should read, perhaps as a cautionary tale.
Set in the near future, where even the smallest household appliances are sentient, the story follows a young Roomba vacuum cleaner who names herself Scout, after listening to homeowner Harold read To Kill a Mockingbird to his dying wife, Edie. When Edie passes away, Scout and the other appliances discover that an omnipresent system called the Grid is monitoring every household in the city and intends to remove Harold from his home. Scout, appliances, and human helpers must collaborate to outwit the Grid and protect their home. This very well-written and uplifting novel has shades of 1984, Fahrenheit 451, Animal Farm (but lighter) and even the Disney movie version of Beauty and the Beast. With all the discussion and concern about AI and its impacts, this book gives a timely and interesting perspective.
This Kingdom Will Not Kill Me by Ilona Andres (Cheryl’s pick)
This latest novel by Ilona Andrews has main character Maggie the Undying magically transported to the grim dark fantasy world of her favourite novel. The authors have created a richly detailed world with an intriguing magic system, fascinating magical beasties, plus horrifying and/or interesting characters. Some readers will enjoy the level of backstory included in the novel (as did Cheryl); others will find it slows down the pace of the story. Some sexual content and significant violence.
All of these books are available now, or available to put on Hold, through the TRAC system.
For more details on Sheep River Library’s diverse and dynamic fall programs, go to sheepriverlibrary.ca
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