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The Count of Monte Cristo
by Alexandre Dumas
A tale of revenge and redemption, as a man escapes the injustice of his imprisonment and seeks justice.
In 1815, Edmond Dantès, a young merchant sailor returns to Marseille to marry his Catalan fiancée Mercédès. He brings in the ship Pharaon to the owner, M Morrel, as his captain Leclère died on the ... (Wikipedia)
We Were Soldiers Once... and Young: Ia Drang - The Battle that Changed the War in Vietnam
by Harold G. Moore
An account of the Battle of Ia Drang in Vietnam, told from the perspective of the soldiers who fought it.
Each year, the Commandant of the U.S. Marine Corps selects one book that he believes is both relevant and timeless for reading by all Marines. The Commandant's choice for 1993 was We Were Soldiers ... (Goodreads)
March: Book One
by John Lewis
A firsthand account of the civil rights movement in America, and its impact on history.
On March 7, 1965, John Lewis, a young man, stands on the Edmund Pettus Bridge in Selma, Alabama with fellow civil rights activists during the Selma to Montgomery marches on "Bloody Sunday". They are ... (Wikipedia)
D-Day, June 6, 1944: The Battle for the Normandy Beaches
by Stephen E. Ambrose
A comprehensive account of the pivotal World War II invasion of Normandy.
Now illustrated with an extraordinary collection of over 125 photos, Stephen E. Ambrose’s D-Day is the definitive history of World War II’s most pivotal battle, June 6, 1944, the day that changed the ... (Barnes & Noble)
On Tyranny: Twenty Lessons from the Twentieth Century
by Timothy Snyder
A study of history and a call to action against the rise of authoritarianism.
#1, New York Times, Bestseller •, A historian of fascism offers a guide for surviving and resisting America's turn towards authoritarianism., The Founding Fathers tried to protect us from the threat ... (Barnes & Noble)
The Stand
by Stephen King
Survivors of a pandemic battle an ancient evil force in a post-apocalyptic world.
An extremely contagious and lethal strain of influenza is developed as a biological weapon in a secret U.S. Department of Defense laboratory in northern California. It is estimated to be 99.4% fatal. ... (Wikipedia)
The Winds of War
by Herman Wouk
The story of a family caught in the middle of World War II and their struggles to survive.
Like no other masterpiece of historical fiction, Herman Wouk's sweeping epic of World War II is the great novel of America's Greatest Generation. , Wouk's spellbinding narrative captures the tide of ... (Barnes & Noble)
Words of Radiance, Part 2
by Brandon Sanderson
The second part of the epic fantasy novel, Words of Radiance, continues the story of the Knights Radiant and their fight against evil forces.
Years ago, Szeth-son-son-Vallano, the Assassin in White, was sent by the Parshendi to assassinate the Alethi king Gavilar Kholin (for reasons not yet revealed to the reader). This murder resulted in ... (Wikipedia)
The Art of War
by Sun Tzu
Ancient Chinese military treatise outlining strategies for success in battle.
Twenty-Five Hundred years ago, Sun Tzu wrote this classic book of military strategy based on Chinese warfare and military thought. Since that time, all levels of military have used the teaching on ... (Goodreads)
Looking Good Dead
by Peter James
A thrilling murder mystery that exposes the dark side of fame and fortune.
Tom Bryce did what any decent person would do. But within hours of picking up the CD that had been left behind on the train seat next to him, and attempting to return it to its owner, he is the sole ... (Goodreads)
The Shadow Rising
by Robert Jordan
Epic fantasy adventure as a group of heroes battle forces of evil to protect the world from destruction.
Rand al'Thor has just claimed the crystal sword Callandor to prove himself the Dragon Reborn . He is approached by Lanfear , who tells him of the Forsaken's plans. However, the fortress known as the ... (Wikipedia)
Jesus Freaks: Stories of Those Who Stood for Jesus, the Ultimate Jesus Freaks
by D.C. Talk
Narratives of individuals who dedicated their lives to following Jesus, despite persecution and hardship.
There are more Christian martyrs today than there were in ad 100—in the days of the Roman Empire. Now in the twenty-first century, according to the Center for the Study of Global Christianity, more ... (Barnes & Noble)
Pardonable Lies
by Jacqueline Winspear
A detective investigates a murder in post-WWI England, uncovering secrets of the past.
In the third novel of this bestselling series, London investigator Maisie Dobbs faces grave danger as she returns to the site of her most painful WWI memories to resolve the mystery of a pilot's ... (Goodreads)
John Quincy Adams
by Harlow Giles Unger
Biography of John Quincy Adams, the sixth President of the United States, and his contributions to American politics and diplomacy.
He fought for Washington, served with Lincoln, witnessed Bunker Hill, and sounded the clarion against slavery on the eve of the Civil War. He negotiated an end to the War of 1812, engineered the ... (Barnes & Noble)
American Sniper: The Autobiography of the Most Lethal Sniper in U.S. Military History
by Chris Kyle
An inside look at the life of the deadliest sniper in U.S. military history.
From 1999 to 2009, U.S. Navy SEAL Chris Kyle recorded the most career sniper kills in United States military history. The Pentagon has officially confirmed more than 150 of Kyle's kills (the previous ... (Goodreads)
Alex Cross, Run
by James Patterson
Detective Alex Cross is on the run from the law and a dangerous killer, while trying to clear his name and protect his family.
Metropolitan Police Department officer Alex Cross, John Sampson, and others, invade plastic surgeon Elijah Creem's penthouse where he is illegally giving drugs and having sex (while making ... (Wikipedia)
The Pilgrim's Progress
by John Bunyan
A Christian allegory of a journey from the City of Destruction to the Celestial City.
The entire book is presented as a dream sequence narrated by an omniscient narrator . The allegory's protagonist, Christian , is an everyman character, and the plot centres on his journey from his ... (Wikipedia)
Future Grace
by John Piper
A theological exploration of the concept of grace, emphasizing its role in shaping the Christian life and providing hope for the future.
This book helps readers discover the key to overcoming sin and living a life that honors God. John Piper encourages believers to look ahead to the grace God provides for us on a day-by-day, ... (Goodreads)
Mahabharata
by Vālmīki
Epic poem of ancient India, recounting a legendary war between two branches of a royal family.
Originally published in the year 1951, the huge popularity of the book has resulted in the book being re-printed several times. Centuries ago, it was proclaimed of the Mahabharata: "What is not in ... (Goodreads)
Winter of the World
by Ken Follett
Epic saga of war, family, and love during the tumultuous times of the 20th century.
The story follows characters from Germany , Britain , the United States and the Soviet Union , who become linked by events leading to World War II , and continues through the war and its immediate ... (Wikipedia)
Still Missing
by Chevy Stevens
A woman's struggle to free herself from captivity, and reclaim her life.
On the day she was abducted, Annie O’Sullivan, a 32-year-old realtor, had three goals - sell a house, forget about a recent argument with her mother, and be on time for dinner with her ever-patient ... (Goodreads)
Truth Will Prevail
by Gerald N. Lund
A historical narrative of a group of 19th century pioneers on their journey to the American West.
Truth Will Prevail, — the eagerly awaited third volume in the popular series, The Work and the Glory, — continues the gripping story of the fictional Steed family, a family acquainted with Joseph ... (Goodreads)
Imperium: A Novel of Ancient Rome
by Robert Harris
A fictionalized account of the life of Cicero, a Roman lawyer and orator, during the tumultuous period of Julius Caesar's rise to power.
Part One – Senator – 79–70 BC The book opens with Tiro , the secretary of Marcus Tullius Cicero and the book's narrator, looking back in time over the thirty-six years he was with his master. They ... (Wikipedia)
The Killer Ascendant
by Barry Eisler
John Rain, a retired assassin, is forced back into the game when his friend and protege is targeted by a ruthless killer.
Previously published as, Requiem for an Assassin, Hunted and finally cornered, John Rain faces his deadliest enemy ever: himself. For Rain, "the most charismatic assassin since James Bond" (,San ... (Barnes & Noble)
The Dry
by Jane Harper
A small town in rural Australia is rocked by a murder, leading a local detective to uncover secrets and lies.
A small town hides big secrets in this atmospheric, page-turning debut mystery by award-winning author Jane Harper. In the grip of the worst drought in a century, the farming community of Kiewarra is ... (Goodreads)
Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions
by Alcoholics Anonymous
A guidebook for those in recovery from addiction, outlining the twelve steps and traditions of Alcoholics Anonymous.
Librarian's Note: This is an alternate-cover edition for, ISBN 0916856011 / 9780916856014, Originally published in 1952, this classic book is used by A.A. members and groups around the world. Bill ... (Goodreads)
The Explicit Gospel
by Matt Chandler
A theological exploration of the Bible's central message of God's grace.
Too few people attending church today, even those in evangelical churches, are exposed to the gospel explicitly. Sure, many will hear about Jesus, and about being good and avoiding bad, but the ... (Goodreads)
Rosemary: The Hidden Kennedy Daughter
by Kate Clifford Larson
An exploration of the life of Rosemary Kennedy, uncovering the heartbreaking story of her family's secret.
One of, People,’s Top Ten Books of 2015, "[Larson] succeeds in providing a well-rounded portrait of a woman who, until now, has never been viewed in full.",—Boston Globe, “A biography that chronicles ... (Barnes & Noble)
War and Remembrance
by Herman Wouk
Epic saga of a Jewish family's journey through WWII, facing the struggles of a war-torn world.
War and Remembrance completes the cycle that began with, The Winds of War, . The story includes historical occurrences at Midway , Yalta , Guadalcanal , and El Alamein as well as the Allied invasions ... (Wikipedia)
Messenger of Truth
by Jacqueline Winspear
An investigator is hired to solve a mysterious murder, uncovering a web of secrets and lies.
Maisie Dobbs investigates the mysterious death of a controversial artist—and World War I veteran—in the fourth entry in the bestselling series London, 1931. The night before an exhibition of his ... (Barnes & Noble)
The Last Stand: Custer, Sitting Bull, and the Battle of the Little Bighorn
by Nathaniel Philbrick
A gripping account of the legendary battle between General Custer and the Lakota Sioux.
"An engrossing and tautly written account of a critical chapter in American history." —,Los Angeles Times, Nathaniel Philbrick, author of In the Hurricane's Eye , Pulitzer Prize finalist Mayflower , ... (Barnes & Noble)
Coming of Age in Mississippi: The Classic Autobiography of a Young Black Girl in the Rural South
by Anne Moody
A brave memoir of a young woman's strength and resilience growing up in the Jim Crow South.
Born to a poor couple who were tenant farmers on a plantation in Mississippi, Anne Moody lived through some of the most dangerous days of the pre-civil rights era in the South. The week before she ... (Goodreads)
An Army at Dawn: The War in North Africa, 1942-1943
by Rick Atkinson
An account of the US Army's involvement in North Africa during WWII.
WINNER OF THE PULITZER PRIZE AND, NEW YORK TIMES, BESTSELLER,, In the first volume of his monumental trilogy about the liberation of Europe in WW II, Pulitzer Prize winner Rick Atkinson tells the ... (Goodreads)
The Death of Kings
by Conn Iggulden
Epic historical fiction following a young warrior on a quest for revenge and power.
The acclaimed author of Emperor: The Gates of Rome returns to the extraordinary life of Julius Caesar in a new novel that takes us further down the path to glory . . . as Caesar comes into his own as ... (Goodreads)
The Blessing Way
by Tony Hillerman
Navajo Tribal Policeman investigates a murder and discovers a web of secrets.
Anthropologist Bergen McKee comes to the Navajo Reservation to research tales of witches , visiting his college friend, Joe Leaphorn. Leaphorn is a Navajo Tribal Police lieutenant. A young man, Luis ... (Wikipedia)
Malcolm X: A Life of Reinvention
by Manning Marable
A biography exploring the life of Malcolm X, civil rights activist and leader.
Selected by, The New York Times Book Review, as a Notable Book of the Year Years in the making-the definitive biography of the legendary black activist. Of the great figure in twentieth-century ... (Goodreads)
The Last Juror
by John Grisham
A small-town journalist's journey to uncover the truth of a decades-old murder case.
In 1970, a 23-year-old college dropout named Willie Traynor realizes that his dreams of becoming a Pulitzer -winning journalist will never come true. He moves to Clanton, Mississippi for an ... (Wikipedia)
The Woman Who Smashed Codes: A True Story of Love, Spies, and the Unlikely Heroine who Outwitted America's Enemies
by Jason Fagone
A thrilling story of war-time espionage, as told through the remarkable true story of an American heroine.
National Bestseller NPR Best Book of the Year “Not all superheroes wear capes, and Elizebeth Smith Friedman should be the subject of a future Wonder Woman movie.” —,The New York Times, Joining the ... (Barnes & Noble)
Crazy Horse and Custer
by Stephen E. Ambrose
A historical account of the lives and battles of two legendary figures in American history, Crazy Horse and George Armstrong Custer.
The full story of what led Crazy Horse and Custer to that fateful day at the Little Bighorn, from bestselling historian Stephen E. Ambrose. On the sparkling morning of June 25, 1876, 611 U.S. Army ... (Barnes & Noble)
Red Sister
by Mark Lawrence
A young girl embarks on a journey of adventure and magic to save her homeland.
The planet Abeth was originally settled by four tribes with various abilities. The hunska have superhuman speed; the gerant have superhuman strength, the marjal can work elemental magic; the quantal ... (Wikipedia)
Letters from a Stoic
by Seneca
A collection of Stoic philosophies and advice on living a meaningful life.
The power and wealth which Seneca the Younger (c.4 B.C. - A.D. 65) acquired as Nero's minister were in conflict with his Stoic beliefs. Nevertheless he was the outstanding figure of his age. The ... (Goodreads)
Half a King
by Joe Abercrombie
A young prince's struggle to reclaim his rightful throne and avenge his father's death.
The story follows the exploits of Yarvi, a young prince of Gettland with a disabled hand. When his father dies Yarvi is elevated to the throne but faces a struggle to keep it as others conspire to ... (Wikipedia)
Mindhunter: Inside the FBI's Elite Serial Crime Unit
by John E. Douglas
A memoir of John E. Douglas, a former FBI agent who pioneered the profiling of serial killers.
He has hunted some of the most notorious and sadistic criminals of our time: The Trailside Killer in San Francisco, the Atlanta Child murderer. He has confronted, interviewed and researched dozens of ... (Goodreads)
Storm of Steel
by Ernst Jünger
An autobiographical account of World War I, exploring the horrors of war.
Storm of Steel begins with Jünger as a private entering the line with the 73rd Hanoverian Regiment in Champagne . His first taste of combat came at Les Éparges in April 1915 where he was first ... (Wikipedia)
Sharpe's Fortress
by Bernard Cornwell
Action-packed adventure of a British soldier in India, struggling to protect a fortress.
In 1803, Arthur Wellesley 's British and sepoy army is in pursuit of the Mahrattas in western India, having beaten them in the Battle of Assaye . Ensign Richard Sharpe, newly made an officer, is ... (Wikipedia)
The Unthinkable: Who Survives When Disaster Strikes - and Why
by Amanda Ripley
Investigating the psychology of survival, Ripley explores how people react and cope in disasters, and what sets survivors apart.
It lurks in the corner of our imagination, almost beyond our ability to see it: the possibility that a tear in the fabric of life could open up without warning, upending a house, a skyscraper, or a ... (Goodreads)
The Forgotten
by David Baldacci
A former CIA agent's mission to uncover the truth behind his family's mysterious past.
In Paradise, nothing is what it seems... Army Special Agent John Puller is the best there is. A combat veteran, Puller is the man the U.S. Army relies on to investigate the toughest crimes facing the ... (Goodreads)
Discourses and Selected Writings
by Epictetus
Epictetus' teachings on Stoicism, emphasizing the importance of self-control, rationality, and acceptance of fate.
A new translation of the influential teachings of the great Stoic philosopher DESPITE BEING BORN into slavery, Greco-Roman philosopher Epictetus became one of the most influential thinkers of his ... (Goodreads)
Once an Eagle
by Anton Myrer
The story of two army officers, one a careerist and the other a natural leader, as they navigate their way through the major conflicts of the 20th century.
This section covers the young Sam Damon's formative years in small-town Nebraska, during which he earns his nickname "The Night Clerk". After being put on a wait list to attend West Point , Sam ... (Wikipedia)
A Vindication of the Rights of Woman
by Mary Wollstonecraft
A pioneering work advocating for the political, social, and educational rights of women.
In the present state of society, it appears necessary to go back to first principles in search of the most simple truths, and to dispute with some prevailing prejudice every inch of ground. To clear ... (Goodreads)
The Litigators
by John Grisham
Two small-time lawyers take on a big pharmaceutical company in a class-action lawsuit.
Oscar Finley and Wally Figg are ambulance chasers at a small law firm in the South Side of Chicago . , Their constant bickering is often mediated by Rochelle, their highly competent African-American ... (Wikipedia)
Hell's Corner
by David Baldacci
A former secret service agent must unravel a sinister plot to assassinate the President.
Oliver Stone and the Camel Club star in #1 bestselling author David Baldacci's most stunning adventure of the series. An attack on the heart of power . . . In sight of the White House . . . At a ... (Goodreads)
Faith of the Fallen
by Terry Goodkind
A heroic struggle to protect the world from an ancient evil, using the power of faith.
Faith of the Fallen begins where, Soul of the Fire, leaves off. Richard is taking Cara and injured Kahlan to the high mountains of his homeland, Westland. At the end of the Soul of the Fire Richard ... (Wikipedia)
Dragons of Winter Night
by Margaret Weis
Epic fantasy tale of unlikely heroes who unite to save their world from a mysterious ancient evil.
The novel begins with the Companions assembled in the major dwarven city of Thorbardin, where the refugees of Pax Tharkas are presenting the dwarves with the Hammer of Kharas, a legendary warhammer ... (Wikipedia)
Frozen in Time: An Epic Story of Survival and a Modern Quest for Lost Heroes of World War II
by Mitchell Zuckoff
A gripping account of a WWII aircrew's crash and subsequent survival, and a modern-day investigation into the tragedy.
Frozen in Time is a gripping true story of survival, bravery, and honor in the vast Arctic wilderness during World War II, from Mitchell Zuckoff, the author of New York Times bestseller Lost in ... (Barnes & Noble)
The Marshmallow Test: Self-Control Demystified
by Walter Mischel
A psychologist's groundbreaking research on self-control and delayed gratification, and how it can lead to success in life.
Psychologist Walter Mischel, designer of the Marshmallow Test, explains what self-control is and how to master it. A child is presented with a marshmallow and given a choice: Eat this one now, or ... (Goodreads)
The Mandibles: A Family, 2029–2047
by Lionel Shriver
A family's wealth is destroyed in a financial crisis, forcing them to adapt to a new world of poverty and government control.
The year is 2029, and nothing is as it should be. The very essence of American life, the dollar, is under attack. In a coordinated move by the rest of the world’s governments, the dollar loses all ... (Goodreads)
Rifles for Watie
by Harold Keith
A story of resilience and courage set during the American Civil War.
Jefferson Davis Bussey marches off to Leavenworth from Linn County, Kansas in 1861, on his way to join the Union volunteers. He is off to fight for the North, his zeal having been fueled by reaction ... (Wikipedia)
War
by Sebastian Junger
A gripping account of the experience of soldiers in combat and the psychological aftermath of war.
In his breakout bestseller, The Perfect Storm, Sebastian Junger created "a wild ride that brilliantly captures the awesome power of the raging sea and the often futile attempts of humans to withstand ... (Goodreads)
The Compound Effect
by Darren Hardy
A blueprint for achieving success through small, incremental steps.
Do you want success? ,, More success than you have now? ,, And even more success than you ever imagined possible? ,, That is what this book is about. ,, Achieving it., , No gimmicks. No hyperbole. ... (Barnes & Noble)
Casino
by Nicholas Pileggi
A non-fiction account of the rise and fall of the Mafia's control over Las Vegas casinos in the 1970s.
From the author of the best-selling Mafia exposé, Wiseguy , comes this inside story of the billion-dollar gambling industry and the secretive, dangerous men who run it. At the heart of this true tale ... (Goodreads)
Conqueror
by Conn Iggulden
Epic historical fiction about Genghis Khan, his rise to power and the legacy he left behind.
From a young scholar to one of history's most powerful warriors, this novel tells the story of Kublai Khan - an extraordinary man who should be remembered alongside Julius Caesar, Alexander the Great ... (Goodreads)
The Last Full Measure
by Jeff Shaara
Epic story of the battles of Gettysburg, Antietam, and Chickamauga as told through the eyes of the soldiers and officers who fought them.
Librarian's note: An alternative cover edition for this ISBN can be found here . In the Pulitzer prize-winning classic The Killer Angels, Michael Shaara created the finest Civil War novel of our ... (Goodreads)
Pacific Crucible: War at Sea in the Pacific, 1941-1942
by Ian W. Toll
A detailed account of the early years of the Pacific War, highlighting the naval battles and strategies that shaped the outcome of the conflict.
Winner of the Northern California Book Award for Nonfiction "Both a serious work of history…and a marvelously readable dramatic narrative." — San Francisco Chronicle On the first Sunday in December ... (Barnes & Noble)
Gone, But Not Forgotten
by Phillip Margolin
A serial killer resurfaces after 20 years, targeting women with a connection to a high-profile murder case. A gripping thriller with unexpected twists.
Elizabeth "Betsy" Tannenbaum is a successful defense lawyer coming off a domestic violence case win when she is hired by reclusive and mysterious businessman Martin Darius to defend him against ... (Wikipedia)
The Last Lion: Winston Spencer Churchill: Visions of Glory, 1874-1932
by William Manchester
Biography of Winston Churchill, detailing his rise to power and personal struggles.
s/t: Winston Spencer Churchill: Visions of Glory 1874-1932 When Winston Spencer Churchill was born in Blenheim Palace, Imperial Britain stood at the splendid pinnacle of her power. Yet within a few ... (Goodreads)
The Death of Superman
by Dan Jurgens
Superman must battle an unstoppable enemy that threatens to destroy the world.
The story that drew national media attention when DC Comics killed their greatest hero is collected here. When a hulking monster emerges from an underground resting place and begins a mindless ... (Goodreads)
The Gathering Storm
by Winston S. Churchill
The sixth volume of Churchill's memoirs, detailing the events leading up to World War II. A gripping account of a pivotal moment in history.
Winston Churchill was not only a statesman and leader of historic proportions, he also possessed substantial literary talents. These two factors combine to make The Gathering Storm a unique work. The ... (Goodreads)
Medical Apartheid: The Dark History of Medical Experimentation on Black Americans from Colonial Times to the Present
by Harriet A. Washington
A comprehensive history of medical experimentation on Black Americans, from slavery to modern times, revealing a disturbing legacy of racism and exploitation.
From the era of slavery to the present day, the first full history of black America’s shocking mistreatment as unwilling and unwitting experimental subjects at the hands of the medical establishment. ... (Goodreads)
Team of Teams: New Rules of Engagement for a Complex World
by Stanley McChrystal
Exploring the challenges of leading and managing in a world of complexity, uncertainty, and rapid change.
The retired four-star general and and bestselling author of, My Share of the Task, shares a powerful new leadership model As commander of Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC), General Stanley ... (Goodreads)
A Faint Cold Fear
by Karin Slaughter
A gripping thriller of a small town detective trying to solve a series of grisly murders.
While at the Dairy Queen with her pregnant sister Tessa, Sara is called to meet Jeffrey at the scene of an apparent suicide on campus property, a suicide they both later agree seems suspicious though ... (Wikipedia)
Full Force and Effect
by Mark Greaney
The President of Russia is assassinated, leading to a dangerous power struggle. The Campus must stop a war and prevent a global catastrophe.
Supreme Leader of North Korea Choi Ji-hoon wants to develop his country’s nuclear weapons program , but is being hindered by sanctions from the United States and its allies. He tasks his foreign ... (Wikipedia)
Ghost Soldiers: The Epic Account of World War II's Greatest Rescue Mission
by Hampton Sides
True story of the remarkable rescue of prisoners of war in the Philippines during WWII.
On January 28, 1945, 121 hand-selected U.S. troops slipped behind enemy lines in the Philippines. Their mission: March thirty rugged miles to rescue 513 POWs languishing in a hellish camp, among them ... (Goodreads)
A Test of Wills
by Charles Todd
A suspenseful World War I murder mystery, set in England.
In 1919, Scotland Yard Inspector Ian Rutledge remains haunted by World War I, where he was forced to have a soldier executed for refusing to fight. When Rutledge is assigned to investigate a murder ... (Goodreads)
Soul of the Fire
by Terry Goodkind
A daring adventure of facing the unknown to save the world from an ancient evil.
Continuing on from, Temple of the Winds, the story begins after Richard and Kahlan's wedding in the village of the Mud People. Strange deaths and the appearance of a 'chicken-that-isn't-a-chicken' ... (Wikipedia)
Southern Bastards, Vol. 1: Here Was a Man
by Jason Aaron
Earl Tubb returns to his hometown in Alabama and confronts the corrupt football coach who rules the town.
Welcome to Craw County, Alabama, home of Boss BBQ, the state champion Runnin' Rebs football team...and more bastards than you've ever seen. When you're an angry old man like Earl Tubb, the only way ... (Barnes & Noble)
The Oath
by Frank E. Peretti
A thrilling adventure of faith and the struggle between good and evil.
The novel opens with an excerpt from a diary entry from 1882 during the founding of Hyde River. There are several other archived letters, diary entries, and writings from the townsfolk scattered ... (Wikipedia)
Dead Sleep
by Greg Iles
A forensic dentist is haunted by a serial killer who wants her dead. She must race against time to uncover the killer's identity before it's too late.
Jordan Glass, a photojournalist on a well-earned vacation, wanders into a Hong Kong art museum and is puzzled to find fellow patrons eyeing her with curiosity. Minutes later, she stumbles upon a ... (Goodreads)
The Best Yes Study Guide: Making Wise Decisions in the Midst of Endless Demands
by Lysa TerKeurst
A guide to making wise decisions in a world full of endless demands, helping readers prioritize and say "yes" to the best choices.
Are you living with the stress of an overwhelmed schedule and aching with the sadness of an underwhelmed soul? Lysa TerKeurst is learning that there is a big difference between saying yes to everyone ... (Barnes & Noble)
Standing in Another Man's Grave
by Ian Rankin
Detective John Rebus returns to investigate a series of unsolved cases, uncovering secrets from the past.
John Rebus returns to investigate the disappearances of three women from the same road over ten years. For the last decade, Nina Hazlitt has been ready to hear the worst about her daughter's ... (Goodreads)
The Pale Horseman
by Bernard Cornwell
A Saxon warrior's epic quest to reclaim his home and save his people from Viking invaders.
876 – 878: Lord Uhtred of Bebbanburg arrives at King Alfred of Wessex's court to proclaim the defeat of the forces of Danish chieftain and warrior Ubba Lothbrokson, as well as his killing of Ubba ... (Wikipedia)
No Less Than Victory
by Jeff Shaara
The final chapter of the World War II trilogy, following the Allied forces from D-Day to the fall of Berlin.
No Less Than Victory, is the crowning achievement in master storyteller Jeff Shaara’s soaring World War II trilogy, revealing the European war’s unforgettable and harrowing final act., After the ... (Goodreads)
Blood Hollow
by William Kent Krueger
A small town sheriff investigates a murder that uncovers dark secrets and long-held grudges.
When the corpse of a beautiful high school student is discovered on a hillside four months after her disappearance on New Year's Eve, all evidence points to her boyfriend, local bad boy Solemn Winter ... (Goodreads)
Killing England: The Brutal Struggle for American Independence
by Bill O'Reilly
An in-depth look at the Revolutionary War, examining its pivotal battles and figures.
Told through the eyes of George Washington, Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, and Great Britain’s King George III, Killing England chronicles the path to independence in gripping detail, taking ... (Goodreads)
The Heart and the Fist: The Education of a Humanitarian, the Making of a Navy SEAL
by Eric Greitens
A memoir of a humanitarian who becomes a Navy SEAL, exploring the intersection of compassion and strength.
“Meet my hero—Eric Greitens. His life and this book remind us that America remains the land of the brave and generous.” — Tom Brokaw Like many young idealists, Eric Greitens wanted to make a ... (Barnes & Noble)
Eisenhower: Soldier and President
by Stephen E. Ambrose
A comprehensive biography of Dwight D. Eisenhower, from his military career to his presidency.
Stephen E. Ambrose draws upon extensive sources, an unprecedented degree of scholarship, and numerous interviews with Eisenhower himself to offer the fullest, richest, most objective rendering yet of ... (Goodreads)
Elizabeth I
by Anne Somerset
A comprehensive biography of Elizabeth I, exploring her life, reign, and legacy as one of England's most iconic monarchs.
Glitteringly detailed and engagingly written, the magisterial Elizabeth I brings to vivid life the golden age of sixteenth-century England and the uniquely fascinating monarch who presided over it. A ... (Goodreads)
Duty: Memoirs of a Secretary at War
by Robert M. Gates
A memoir of Robert M. Gates' time as Secretary of Defense under Presidents Bush and Obama, detailing the challenges and decisions he faced.
From the former secretary of defense, a strikingly candid, vividly written account of his experience serving Presidents George W. Bush and Barack Obama during the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. Before ... (Goodreads)
The Midwife's Revolt
by Jodi Daynard
Historical fiction set in revolutionary America, following the life of a midwife who becomes involved in the fight for independence.
On a dark night in 1775, Lizzie Boylston is awakened by the sound of cannons. From a hill south of Boston, she watches as fires burn in Charlestown, in a battle that she soon discovers has claimed ... (Barnes & Noble)
Solo Command
by Aaron Allston
The Wraith Squadron is tasked with a dangerous mission to infiltrate and destroy a powerful warlord's empire.
Wraith Squadron: they are the Rebel Alliance's ultimate strike force. Sleek, swift, and deadly, they are the first in battle, the last line of defense. Now they must find and destroy a wily enemy ... (Goodreads)
Today Matters: 12 Daily Practices to Guarantee Tomorrow's Success
by John C. Maxwell
A guide to help readers prioritize daily actions and habits to achieve long-term success and personal growth.
Most of us look at our days in the wrong way: We exaggerate yesterday. We overestimate tomorrow. We underestimate today. The truth is that the most important day you will ever experience is today. ... (Goodreads)
Katherine of Aragón: The True Queen
by Alison Weir
The first in a series of historical novels about the life of Katherine of Aragón, the first wife of Henry VIII.
Bestselling author and acclaimed historian Alison Weir takes on what no fiction writer has done before: creating a dramatic six-book series in which each novel covers one of King Henry VIII's wives. ... (Goodreads)
Midnight Sun
by Jo Nesbø
A gripping thriller about a mysterious murder case that leads to a web of secrets and lies in Oslo's underworld.
Jon is on the run. He has betrayed Oslo’s biggest crime lord: The Fisherman. Fleeing to an isolated corner of Norway, to a mountain town so far north that the sun never sets, Jon hopes to find ... (Goodreads)
Tried by War: Abraham Lincoln as Commander in Chief
by James M. McPherson
A detailed account of Abraham Lincoln's leadership during the Civil War, exploring his growth as a military strategist and political leader.
The Pulitzer Prize–winning author reveals how Lincoln won the Civil War and invented the role of commander in chief as we know it As we celebrate the bicentennial of Lincoln's birth, this study by ... (Goodreads)
The Man Who Saved the Union: Ulysses Grant in War and Peace
by H.W. Brands
A comprehensive biography of Ulysses S. Grant, highlighting his role in the Civil War and presidency.
From, New York Times, bestselling author H. W. Brands, a masterful biography of the Civil War general and two-term president who saved the Union twice, on the battlefield and in the White House, ... (Goodreads)
Kenobi
by John Jackson Miller
After the events of Episode III, Obi-Wan Kenobi settles on Tatooine and must confront his past while protecting Luke Skywalker.
The greatest hero in the galaxy faces his toughest challenge yet: He must stop being Obi-Wan-and become Crazy Old Ben. For fans of movie-related novels like Darth Plagueis! In this original novel set ... (Goodreads)
No Unhallowed Hand
by Gerald N. Lund
The epic conclusion to the "Fire and Steel" series, following the pioneers' journey to settle the American West and their struggles against adversity.
Picking up the story shortly after the martyrdom of Joseph and Hyrum Smith,, No Unhallowed Hand, — volume 7 in the series, The Work and the Glory, — takes the saga of the Restoration the the ... (Goodreads)
Summer of '49
by David Halberstam
The story of the intense rivalry between the New York Yankees and the Boston Red Sox during the 1949 baseball season.
“Dazzling…A celebration of a vanished heroic age and a ‘simpler America’ ” — New York Times Book Review David Halberstam’s classic chronicle of baseball’s most magnificent season, as seen through the ... (Barnes & Noble)
His Majesty's Hope
by Susan Elia MacNeal
In WWII London, spy Maggie Hope infiltrates a Nazi training camp for female agents.
World War II has finally come home to Britain, but it takes more than nightly air raids to rattle intrepid spy and expert code breaker Maggie Hope. After serving as a secret agent to protect Princess ... (Goodreads)
The Virtues of War
by Steven Pressfield
A fictionalized account of Alexander the Great's conquests, exploring the psychology of war and the virtues it demands.
I have always been a soldier. I have known no other life. So begins Alexander’s extraordinary confession on the eve of his greatest crisis of leadership. By turns heroic and calculating, ... (Goodreads)
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