Recommendation

The Duchess by Danielle Steel

Pat says:
When Angelique’s father dies, she is cast out of her family by her brother who inherited everything. How will an 18-year-old survive in a world of strangers? Will she ever go home to Belgrave Castle again?

 

The Wildling Sisters by Eve Chase

Cindy says:
A family moves into a house of their dreams only to discover a tragedy happened back in 1959 and secrets still linger. Great story with surprises that continue to occur till the end!

 

Gobi by Dion Leonard

Monty says:
This is a true heartwarming story of a little dog living all alone in the desert until a man running a seven-day race finds her, rescues her, and takes her home to live with him in Edinburgh, Scotland.

 

Pathfinders by Tonya Bolden

Marianne says:
For the category “People I didn’t learn about in school.” Short and interesting biographies of fascinating people with big, bold dreams. I loved these history lessons!

 

Before We Were Yours by Lisa Wingate

Cindy says:
If you love generational stories—and a sweet one at that—this one is for you. What must it feel like to be adopted? Remembering the person you used to be, transformed into someone new, and still hoping to find all your siblings. This story really makes you think about how many people live this way and what the outcome is for them.

 

Beautiful by Stacy McAnulty

Monty says:
This book has beautiful color illustrations with simple text. These two components are all that is needed to convey the fact that all girls are beautiful and that they all help make the world beautiful.

 

Be Quiet! by Ryan T. Higgins

Stephanie L. says:
This book about 3 mice trying not to talk is hilarious! My 6-year-old daughter giggled through most of the book. We read it 3 times in one night and even read parts of it to everyone at dinner!

Brandy T. says:
I’m completely in love with this book! Great for teaching your kiddos big words.

 

A King’s Obsession by Alison Weir

Steph S. says:
Weir has a fascinating way of making history come to life. If you didn’t know this was fiction, you would think you were reading a first-hand account. Everyone knows how the story ends, but Weir keeps you interested the whole way.

 

First Comes Marriage by Mary Balogh

Steph S. says:
When the Huxtables are lifted from obscurity by the younger brother’s elevated status, the hunt for love begins. Each volume in this series focuses on the siblings finding love among the scandal and seduction of Regency England. Sure to keep you smiling with her witty banter and steamy love scenes, Balogh will have you cheering for the Huxtables.

 

Just Like My Papa by Toni Buzzeo

Monty says:
This is a really cute story about a young lion who wants to be just like his father. The father lion shows little Kito what lions do each day and night so when he grows up he will become King. I really like all the factual information in this story.