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Staff Picks in Large Print--Summer 2006
 SATURDAY by Ian McEwan FicNeurosurgeon Henry Perowne awakes early on his day off. Little does he realize the trials he will face as he ultimately must defend his life and family. With his usual masterful prose and keen psychological insights author McEwan is at the top of his game. Ron Woods |
 BAIT by Karen Robards FicMaggie has one big chance to save her company, but before she can make her presentation she is attacked in her hotel room. With 24 hour FBI protection one would think she would be safe, but is her past coming back to haunt her? Now she does not know who to trust. Susan Sullivan |
 LIFE OF PI by Yann Martel FicZookeeper’s son Pi, learns at a young age the dangers and risks of wild animals. His knowledge is put to the test when he finds himself stranded on a raft with a hyena, an orangutan, a zebra and a Bengal tiger. An awesome story of adventure and survival, Life of Pi is ultimately a fascinating testament of the human spirit and the power of story. Alison Li |
 ABSOLUTELY AMERICAN by David Lipsky 355.007117 After spending a week at West Point for a magazine article, the author became so intrigued with Army life that he spent the next 4 years there. The result is we get to follow several members of the 2002 class from beginning to end. The rigors of West Point are well documented, but this extended look at military life will fascinate and horrify you at the same time. Ron Woods |
 CONJURER’S BIRD by Martin Davies Fic Literary mystery lovers will enjoy this historic and contemporary romantic account of the mysterious Ulieta bird, discovered on Captain Cook’s 1774 expedition to the South Pacific, but never seen since. This is definitely a page turner. Jean Bowman |
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July 30, 2007