Eligible by Curtis Sittenfeld

Title: Eligible

Author: Curtis Sittenfeld

Genre: Adaptation, Romantic Comedy

This modern retelling of Jane Austen's Pride & Prejudice had me laughing out loud several times. In this version, writer Liz and yoga teacher Jane are nearing 40 and still haven't found marital bliss. But Chip Bingley, a bachelor famous for his stint on the reality show Eligible, and Fitzwilliam Darcy, a dashing though arrogant doctor, could tempt the eldest Bennet sisters into lasting relationships. Sittenfeld makes interesting choices for a contemporary feel, yet Austen fans will clearly recognize the classic novel's beloved characters. Milwaukeeans might also appreciate the Midwestern setting of Cincinnati. Recommended for a delightful escape!

- Sarah L.

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Books! Live with Katie 05.26.2021

Did you miss Books! Live with Katie on May 26th? No worries, here's the recording! Katie talks about summer reading, and what books she wants to read this summer. Don't forget to register over at westallislibrary.beanstack.org! Books shared today: Guncle by Stephen Rowley The Other Black Girl by Zakiya Dalia Harris The People We Meet on Vacation Yearbook by Seth Rogan The Anthropocene Reviewed by John Green The Wreckage of My Presence by Casey Wilson Surviving the White Gaze by Rebecca Carroll Fat Chance Charlie Vega by Crystal Maldonado Kate in Waiting by Becky Albertalli

The Duke and I by Julia Quinn

Title: The Duke and I

Author: Julia Quinn

Genre: Historical Romance

If you have already enjoyed the Netflix series, Bridgerton, then this story will sound very familiar - but not exactly the same. This book is the first in the Bridgertons series.

The Duke is back in London after traveling abroad just in time to join the courting season in full bloom. Daphne is single and being pressured to find a husband. They find each other and start a scheme to keep unacceptable would-be mates from hurling themselves at the pair and in the process come to appreciate each other. Gossip, scandals, too much drink, and pistols at dawn make for a lively tale.

If you enjoy a good Regency romance, give this book a whirl.

- Sarah R.

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Gory Details by Erika Engelhaupt

Title: Gory Details

Author: Erika Engelhaupt

Genre: Non-fiction, Science

Do you love science? If you do, Gory Details is for you. It‘s a collection of essays exploring questions that the author, a science editor, has wondered about. Written in an easy to read style with plenty of humor, this book will fascinate anyone curious about our bodies and the natural world. It definitely has some pretty gross parts but those can be skipped over if needed. It can be read straight through or you can jump around reading what interests you.

- Lisa

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Band of Sisters by Lauren Willig

Title: Band of Sisters

Author: Lauren Willig

Genre: Historical Fiction

Lauren Willig’s latest covers a little known group of women who went to France to help the rural towns decimated by the Nazis during World War I. The Smith College Unit helped the French people become self-sufficient by providing chickens, cows, and supplies. Willig used letters written by the real women to create her story and these form the first part of every chapter. A love story is included along with a secret between long lost friends. This novel inspired by true events will have you rooting for these selfless women!

- Lisa

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