Cambridge High School Library 2024

By:Danny Denton Location: FIC DEn Genre: Irish, Dystopic Sci Fi A noir thriller, a lyric romance and a dystopian saga in one fearless debut novel Ireland is flooded, derelict. It never stops raining. The Kid in Yellow has stolen the babba from the Earlie King. Why? Something to do with the King's daughter, and a talking statue, something godawful. And from every wall the King's Eye watches. And yet the city is full of hearts-defiant-sprayed in yellow, the mark of the Kid. It cannot end well. Can it? Follow the Kid, hear the tale. Roll up! Roll up!   Cosmic cracks of thunder tore holes all round the darkness, and great howls loitered, gone and returned, gone and returned. The storm was building into jaws again. "It's raining in Ireland. It's been raining for as long as anyone can remember. Half the country is underwater and Dublin, criss-crossed by canals and buzzing with drones, is the province of violent gangs, drug-runners and human trafficke...

By: Nic Sone Location:  FIC STO Genre: Youth Fiction- Realistic stuff Raw, captivating, and undeniably real, Nic Stone joins industry giants Jason Reynolds, Angie Thomas and Walter Dean Myers as she boldly tackles American race relations in this stunning debut. "I think Dear Martin speaks for itself about racism and hatred and prejudice. It’s hard to write a book that makes a reader feel , but reading this book just made me feel like I was being punched in the gut, over and over. This was just so emotionally real"- Elise “You ever consider that maybe you not supposed to 'fit'? People who make history rarely do.” Justyce McAllister is top of his class and set for the Ivy League—but none of that matters to the police officer who just put him in handcuffs. And despite leaving his rough neighborhood behind, he can't escape the scorn of his former peers or the ridicule of his new classmates. Justyce looks to the teachings of Dr. Martin Luther King...

By: Bertrand Santini Location: EAS SAN Genre: Roald Dahl esk.. This book is gold, I haven't enjoyed reading a book like this in such a long time. I have been stuck on non-fiction local history though to be fair. But this book- yes! BFG x Monsters Inc x Hansel and Gretal. I laughed- and I think I cried too. But I laughed most. The language is perfect- brilliantly translated as well. It is not a book you would read to 8 year olds - unless they were naughty, I love it being a book that is -well- maybe a little bit badass! If I need a chuckle because I'm annoyed at annoying times- I am going to go to fetch this book and gobble it up! The Yark loves children...with the love of a gourmand! This hairy monster dreams of child buffets—ham of boy, orphan gratin, schoolchild purée, breaded babies, girl rillettes. But he has a problem: his delicate stomach can only tolerate the flesh of nice children; liars give him heartburn, savages spoil his teeth. There are not nearly ...

By: Ted Chiang Location: FIC CHI Genre: Short Stories -Science Fiction "Simply put, this is the single best collection of short fiction (science fiction or otherwise) that I have ever read. While my personal favorite is "Hell is the Absence of God," each and every story has something memorable, something original and something brilliant to offer. If you have not experienced Mr. Chiang's warmly intelligent and scientific yet emotional prose, then do yourself a favor and IMMEDIATELY go and get a copy of this collection. You will be very glad you did. "- Stephen- Goodreads.com Ted Chiang's first published story, " Tower of Babylon ," won the Nebula Award in 1990. Subsequent stories have won the Asimov's SF Magazine reader poll, a second Nebula Award, the Theodore Sturgeon Memorial Award, and the Sidewise Award for alternate history. He won the John W. Campbell Award for Best New Writer in 1992. Story for story, he is the most ho...

By: Chris Crutcher Location: FIC CRU Genre: Young Adult- sports, swimming “A truly exceptional book.” —Washington Post "Crutcher's superior gifts as a storyteller and his background as a working therapist combine to make magic in Whale Talk . The thread of truth in his fiction reminds us that heroes can come in any shape, color, ability or size, and friendship can bridge nearly any divide.”— Washington Post Bestselling author Chris Crutcher’s controversial and acclaimed novel follows a group of outcasts as they take on inequality and injustice in their high school.   "This book touches on child abuse, racism, bullying, domestic violence, accidental death... sure it all sounds like perhaps too much, but I'm telling you it really comes together well. Simply gold."- Wendy  There's bad news and good news about the Cutter High School swim team. The bad news is that they don't have a pool. The good news is that only one of them can swim an...

By: Chris Crutcher Location: 499 KEL Genre: Te Reo Maori Exploring the most common, modern and contemporary words in use today, A Maori Word a Day is the perfect way to kickstart your te reo journey! A Maori Word a Day offers an easy, instant and motivating entry into the Maori language. Through its 365 Maori words, you will learn the following: - English translations - Word category, notes and background information - Sample sentences, in both te reo Maori and English  " For those who fancy dipping their toes into Te Reo without having to devote themselves to lessons or full-on immersion into the language, this is the ideal way to do it. "A Maori word a day" is the easy peasy way to develop your knowledge of Te Reo, one of our country's official languages, and your knowledge of everyday greetings, farewells, introductions and a host of other handy Maori words will develop quickly and competently"- Tony This example is on a special day for...

By: Kathleen Rooney Location: FIV ROO Genre: Historical literary fiction ..."that's going to be me at age 85". I could only wish! It's so damn REFRESHING to read a novel that inspires humanity!!  ELYSE “Transporting…witty, poignant and sparkling.” — People (People Picks Book of the Week) “Extraordinary…hilarious…Elegantly written— Publishers Weekly (starred and boxed) “In my reckless and discouraged youth,” Lillian Boxfish writes, “I worked in a walnut-paneled office thirteen floors above West Thirty-Fifth Street…” She took 1930s New York by storm, working her way up writing copy for R.H. Macy’s to become the highest paid advertising woman in the country. It was a job that, she says, “in some ways saved my life, and in other ways ruined it.” Now it’s the last night of 1984 and Lillian, 85 years old but just as sharp and savvy as ever, is on her way to a party. It’s chilly enough out for her mink coat and Manhattan is grittier now—her son keeps war...

By: Laura Sebastian Location: FIC SEB Genre: Fantasy Series: Ash Princess Trilogy#1 "If you're in the mood for some royalty rebellion, dark politics, and some swoony romance then I highly recommend Ash Princess. It also sets up for the sequel very nicely, and I cannot wait until that book comes out!"- Amy From author Laura Sebastian comes Ash Princess, a nail-biting YA fantasy debut full of daring and vengeance. The queen you were meant to be The land you were meant to save The throne you were meant to claim Theodosia was six when her country was invaded and her mother, the Fire Queen, was murdered before her eyes. Ten years later, Theo has learned to survive under the relentless abuse of the Kaiser and his court as the ridiculed Ash Princess. When the Kaiser forces her to execute her last hope of rescue, Theo can't ignore her feelings and memories any longer. She vows revenge, throwing herself into a plot to seduce and murder the Kaiser's ...

By: Nadia Lim Location: NF 641.5 LIM Genre: Dinnertime Goodness Kev likes Macaroni Cheese Mr McNair likes a chicken Chorizo casserole The students like- so they tell me- lasange and risotto and steak that is blue... Maybe Nadia's new book will help them.... But I have a rule in this library- everytime a student gets out a recipe book- they need to cook me something from it- Come and grab this book- I am hungry... Fresh, seasonal dinners the whole family will love. Dinnertime Goodness delivers more than 85 nourishing and delicious dinners from Nadia Lim and the My Food Bag team. These are meals the whole family will enjoy, selected from My Food Bag Foodies’ favourite recipes. Tasty, quick and healthy, they use the freshest seasonal ingredients and make the most of New Zealand-grown produce, meat and fish. Together with speedy weeknight dinners and restaurant-quality meals, you’ll find inspiring vegetarian, gluten- and dairy-free options complete with detailed n...

By: Sarah J. Harris Location: FIC HAR Genre: Crime- Contemporary 'A rich tapestry... distinctive and compelling' Observer   Both a refreshing coming-of-age story and an intriguing mystery, The Color of Bee Larkham’s Murder is a poignant and unforgettable read—perfect for fans of bestselling authors such as Fredrick Backman and Graeme Simsion. In the tradition of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, a captivating mystery about a boy with synesthesia — a condition that causes him to see colors when he hears sounds — who tries to uncover what happened to his beautiful neighbor, and if he was ultimately responsible.   Thirteen-year-old Jasper Wishart lives in a world of dazzling color that no one else can see, least of all his dad. Words, numbers, days of the week, people’s voices—everything has its own unique shade. But recently Jasper has been haunted by a color he doesn’t like or understand: the color of murder. Convinced he’s done somethi...

By: Claire Legrand Location: FIC LEG Genre: Fantasy Series: Empirium #1 Cover love.... BRUTAL BEAUTIFUL HEART STOPPING EPIC "Laini Taylor" In this thrilling new high-fantasy trilogy, a magic-wielding queen and a ruthless bounty hunter are separated by centuries but connected by a prophecy The stunningly original, must-read fantasy of 2018 follows two fiercely independent young women, centuries apart, who hold the power to save their world...or doom it. When assassins ambush her best friend, the crown prince, Rielle Dardenne risks everything to save him, exposing her ability to perform all seven kinds of elemental magic. The only people who should possess this extraordinary power are a pair of prophesied queens: a queen of light and salvation and a queen of blood and destruction. To prove she is the Sun Queen, Rielle must endure seven trials to test her magic. If she fails, she will be executed...unless the trials kill her first. ...

By: Matt Killeen Location: FIC KIL Genre: Historical Fiction -WWII A Jewish girl-turned-spy must infiltrate an elite Nazi boarding school in this highly commercial, relentlessly nail-biting World War II drama! “ Deeply disturbing and chillingly good. ”- Elizabeth Wein author of Code Name Verity “Sarah...was an awesome kick-ass protagonist...A white-knuckle surge through some terrifying rapids of plot-twists and drama.” - Coffee Stars and Books After her mother is shot at a checkpoint, fifteen-year-old Sarah--blonde, blue-eyed, and Jewish--finds herself on the run from a government that wants to see every person like her dead. Then Sarah meets a mysterious man with an ambiguous accent, a suspiciously bare apartment, and a lockbox full of weapons. He's a spy, and he needs Sarah to become one, too, to pull off a mission he can't attempt on his own: infiltrate a boarding school attended by the daughters of top Nazi brass, bef...

By: James Patterson and Alex Abramovich Location: NF 920 PAT Genre: Real life bad sport stuff All-American Murder is the first book to investigate Aaron Hernandez's first-degree murder conviction and the mystery of his own shocking and untimely death. "A great read- wow"- Jonnie Peters!!! "I could not put this book down. I bought it a few hours ago and stayed up until 4am reading it. It was written so well and had so much information I never knew about. I was a fan of Hernandez, until it came to light that he was involved in Lloyd’s murder. The story fascinated me and still does. Patterson did an amazing job writing about it and the details he used. Truly a great read!"- Tabby- Goodreads.com Aaron Hernandez was a college All-American who became the youngest player in the NFL and later reached the Super Bowl. His every move as a tight end with the New England Patriots played out the headlines, yet he led a secret life--one that ended in a m...

By: Rebecca Ross Location: FIC ROS Genre: Fantasy Series: The Queens Rising#1 An intricate tale of love, loyalty and revenge... The book also felt like a standalone, which was a refreshing change. So if you like castles, worlds that vaguely remind you of ancient Ireland, libraries + books, battles, warrior queens, hints of magic, and strong friendships, then this will probably be another fun read!- Cait- Goodreads.com Growing up in the southern Kingdom of Valenia at the renowned Magnalia House should have prepared her for such a life. While some are born with an innate talent for one of the five passions—art, music, dramatics, wit, and knowledge—Brienna struggled to find hers until she belatedly chose to study knowledge. However, despite all her preparations, Brienna’s greatest fear comes true—the solstice does not go according to plan and she is left without a patron. Months later, her life takes an unexpected turn when a disgraced lord offers her patronage....

By: Brendan Duffy Location: FIC DUF Genre: Gothic Horror Mystery “Tragedies might be bursts of misery, but regret was forever.”   “Ben knew that no matter how far you run, you're still yourself when you get there.” In this enthralling and atmospheric thriller, one young family's dream of a better life is about to become a nightmare. House of Echoes is a novel that shows how sometimes the ties that bind us are the only things that can keep us whole. Ben and Caroline Tierney and their two young boys are hoping to start over. Ben has hit a dead end with his new novel, Caroline has lost her banking job, and eight-year-old Charlie is being bullied at his Manhattan school. When Ben inherits land in the village of Swannhaven, in a remote corner of upstate New York, the Tierneys believe it's just the break they need, and they leave behind all they know to restore a sprawling estate. But ...

By: Rivers Soloman Location: FIC SOL Genre: LGBT- SciFi/Fantasy “Pretty was a strange thing to concern oneself over. Pretty was subjective and fallacious.” "...It is one of those rare finds that pulls you in—body and soul—after a mere page or two. Aster was magnificent as the protagonist. Such an odd character, but one I couldn’t help but love. The story takes place on a giant spaceship, one that’s been traveling for about 1,000 years. Solomon brilliantly used this ship as a microcosm for greater society. She expertly spoke volumes about human nature, gender, the stratification of people by economic status" Basia- Goodreads.com Odd-mannered, obsessive, withdrawn, Aster has little to offer folks in the way of rebuttal when they call her ogre and freak. She's used to the names; she only wishes there was more truth to them. If she were truly a monster, as they accuse, she'd be powerful enough to tear down the walls around her until nothing remained...

By: Eliza Henry Jones Location: FIC JON Genre: Young Adult- mental health ' P is for Pearl is a complex, authentic exploration of grief, friendship, mental illness, family and love, sensitively written by a writer whose voice will resonate with teen readers.' - Books + Publishing Overall P is for Pearl is a beautiful read on so many levels. Every word on the page has been crafted to be savored again and again. With themes as varied as trauma, grief, mental illness, friendship, contemplation and the ever-changing definition of family, it is not hard to be swept up.- Michael From the talented author of the celebrated novels In the Quiet and Ache comes a poignant and moving book that explores the stories we tell ourselves about our families, and what it means to belong. Seventeen-year-old Gwendolyn P. Pearson has become very good at not thinking about the awful things that have happened to her family. She has also become used to people talking about her dead m...

By: Jo Nesbo Location: FIC NES Genre: Retelling, thriller, mystery Series: Hogarth Shakespeare  Set in a dark, rainy northern town, Nesbo's Macbeth pits the ambitions of a corrupt policeman against loyal colleagues, a drug-depraved underworld and the pull of childhood friendships. Get ready to helter-skelter through the darkest tunnels of human experience. He’s the best cop they’ve got. When a drug bust turns into a bloodbath it’s up to Inspector Macbeth and his team to clean up the mess. He’s also an ex-drug addict with a troubled past. He’s rewarded for his success. Power. Money. Respect. They’re all within reach. But a man like him won’t get to the top. Plagued by hallucinations and paranoia, Macbeth starts to unravel. He’s convinced he won’t get what is rightfully his. Unless he kills for it. "Nesbo puts his personal touches on Macbeth focusing on political ambition, greed, murder, and police procedures and corruption. I thought Nesbo’s re-telling was clev...

By: Elizabeth Acevedo Location: FIC ACE Genre: Slam Poetry  Coming of Age "A story that will slam the power of poetry and love back into your heart!! Highly recommended!" Laurie This was breathtaking. I literally felt like I had to read quicker to match the pace of the poetry because I was scared it would slip away from me. Xiomara is a 15 year old girl just trying to get her shit together. She digests everything through poetry - it's a beautiful perspective on the world. She questions everything, from boys, to church to bullshit creepy men hitting on a minor. Read this book. It's beautiful- Katie A young girl in Harlem discovers slam poetry as a way to understand her mother’s religion and her own relationship to the world. Debut novel of renowned slam poet Elizabeth Acevedo. Xiomara Batista feels unheard and unable to hide in her Harlem neighborhood. Ever since her body grew into curves, she has learned to let her fists and her fierceness do the talki...

By: Rhiannon Navin Location: FIC NAV Genre: Contemporary Fiction New Zealand has only had one school shooting in 1923 in Waikino- 2 were killed and six injured. In this country we do not have any fears that when we send our kids to school they will be shot, like in  the USA. I am so thankful for our gun laws as I sit in the library of our school ’I will step onto my soapbox now and say that instead of once again just offering “thoughts and prayers,” every politician should read this book and enact meaningful gun reform laws NOW! And for readers, while the book can be disturbing to read, it is one not to be missed"- Tucker For readers of Room and The Girls , a dazzling, tenderhearted debut about healing, family, and the exquisite wisdom of children, narrated by a seven-year-old boy who reminds us that sometimes the littlest bodies hold the biggest hearts and the quietest voices speak the loudest. Squeezed into a coat closet with his classmates and teacher, first...

By: Samira Ahmed Location: FIC AHM Genre:Young adult fiction, contemporary. “These terrorists are the antithesis of Islam. They’re not Muslim. Violence has no place in religion, and the terrorists are responsible for their own crimes, not the religion and not us.” ― Samira Ahmed, Love, Hate & Other Filters  Maya Aziz is torn between futures: the one her parents expect for their good Indian daughter (i.e.; staying nearby in Chicago and being matched with a "suitable" Muslim boy), and the one where she goes to film school in New York City--and maybe, just maybe, kisses a guy she's only known from afar. There's the also the fun stuff, like laughing with her best friend Violet, making on-the-spot documentaries, sneaking away for private swimming lessons at a secret pond in the woods. But her world is shattered when a suicide bomber strikes in the American heartland; by chance, he shares Maya's last name. What happ...

By: Allan Ahlberg Location: PIC AHL Genre: Cute My Worst Book Ever is a clever and amusing introduction to the process of writing books. Picture books are such good fun and so is making them— but who knew there were so many things that could go wrong. This is the story of a picture book doomed from the very start. Allan has a good idea for a book about a crocodile, but every time he sits down to write, he’s interrupted. The manuscript gets soaked in coffee, nibbled by snails, and when Bruce gets started on the pictures, he gets overexcited and draws a hippo, not a crocodile, at which point the publishers get overexcited too—they want a dinosaur and experiment with all kinds of different fonts. Allan and Bruce finally think they’ve straightened things out, when the book goes off to the printer and—you guessed it—the trouble really starts.

BY: M.T.Anderson Location: FIC  AND Genre: Sci/Fi- Dystop ia ...this was beautiful and difficult and ultimately hopeful in just the best way"- Renate   National Book Award winner M. T. Anderson returns to future Earth in a sharply wrought satire of art and truth in the midst of colonization. When the vuvv first landed, it came as a surprise to aspiring artist Adam and the rest of planet Earth - but not necessarily an unwelcome one. Can it really be called an invasion when the vuvv generously offered free advanced technology and cures for every illness imaginable? As it turns out, yes. With his parents' jobs replaced by alien tech and no money for food, clean water, or the vuvv's miraculous medicine, Adam and his girlfriend, Chloe, have to get creative to survive. And since the vuvv crave anything they deem "classic" Earth culture (doo-wop music, still-life paintings of fruit, true love), recording 1950s-style dates for the vuvv to watch in a p...

By: Melissa De La Cruz Location: FIC DE Genre: Romance, Eating Disorders I hate mirrors. Glass is dangerous. Water is dangerous. Windows are dangerous. Anything that reflects me back at myself is a threat. No.1 New York Times bestselling author Melissa de la Cruz's powerful new novel depicts one teen's battle with self-doubt and bulimia, and shows that the struggle to find someone to love starts with oneself Olivia "Liv" Blakely knows how important it is to look good. Her father is running for governor, and Liv will be making public appearances with her family. Liv has an image to uphold — to her maybe-boyfriend, to the new friends who suddenly welcome her into their circle, and to the public who love to find fault on social media. Everyone is looking. Liv's sunny, charming facade hides a dark inner voice that will settle for nothing less than perfection. No matter who she has to give up to get there. No matter what she has to lose to do it. L...

By: Rati Mehrotra Location: FIC MEH Genre: Fantasy Series: Asiana #1 COVERLOVE "The pacing in this book picks up momentum with every chapter. I couldn’t stop reading. The ending was a massive cliffhanger ..." Sinead Kyra is the youngest Markswoman in the Order of Kali, one of a handful of sisterhoods of highly trained elite warriors. Armed with blades whose metal is imbued with magic and guided by a strict code of conduct, the Orders are sworn to keep the peace and protect the people of Asiana. Kyra has pledged to do so—yet she secretly harbors a fierce desire to avenge her murdered family. When Tamsyn, the powerful and dangerous Mistress of Mental Arts, assumes control of the Order, Kyra is forced on the run. She is certain that Tamsyn committed murder in a twisted bid for power, but she has no proof. Kyra escapes through one of the strange Transport Hubs that are the remnants of Asiana’s long-lost past and finds herself in the unforgiving wilderness of a...

By: Samantha Young Location:FIC YOU Genre: Romance I know how to watch my back. I’m the only one that ever has. Samantha Young wrote a beautiful, emotional, and addicting YA book. It was a sweet romance, but it was more that that. It focused on growth, family and friendships. The characters were diverse and the subject matter wasn’t light and fluffy. This coming of age YA hooked me from start to finish.  Christy India Maxwell hasn’t just moved across the country—she’s plummeted to the bottom rung of the social ladder. It’s taken years to cover the mess of her home life with a veneer of popularity. Now she’s living in one of Boston’s wealthiest neighborhoods with her mom’s fiancé and his daughter, Eloise. Thanks to her soon-to-be stepsister’s clique of friends, including Eloise’s gorgeous, arrogant boyfriend Finn, India feels like the one thing she hoped never to be seen as again: trash. But India’s not alone in struggling to control the secrets of her past. Elo...

By:Four Heroes Location: NF 920- Movies Genre: Real amazing true story of crazy bravery The 15:17 to Paris: The True Story of a Terrorist, a Train and Three American Heroes ‘Because of their courage, because of their quick thinking, because of their teamwork…a lot of people were saved and a real calamity was averted. They represent the very best of America, American character and you know, it’s these kinds of young people who make me extraordinarily optimistic and hopeful about our future.’ Barack Obama, President of the United States The 15:17 to Paris is the amazing true story of friendship and bravery, and of near tragedy averted by three heroic young men who found the unity and strength inside themselves when they – and 500 other innocent travelers – needed it most. It's just like any other train ride to Paris-until it isn't. When three American soldiers discover a terrorist plot on their train, it quickly becomes obvious that they will need to rely...

By: Jason Matthews Location: FIC Mat Genre: Thriller, spy, espionage “Za dvumya zaitsami pogonish’sya ne odnogo ne poimaesh, he thought. If you chase two rabbits, you will not catch either one.” Dominika Egorov, former prima ballerina, is sucked into the heart of Putin's Russia, the country she loved, as the twists and turns of a betrayal and counter-betrayal unravel. American Nate Nash, idealistic and ambitious, handles the double agent, codenamed MARBLE, considered one of CIA's biggest assets. He needs to keep his identity secret for as long as the mole can keep supplying golden information. Will Dominika be able to unmask MARBLE, or will the mission see her faith destroyed in the country she has always passionately defended?   " Maybe we Americans were just a little bit hasty when we said that we won the Cold War? ‘Cause it’s seeming more and more like that we were really just leading at halftime. The point is that I was in the mood for a...

By: Will.I.Am and Brian Johnson  Location: FIC WIL Genre: SCI FI/Fantasy "We're from the projects - East L.A. On welfare the majority of our lives. A lot of my friends are dead and in prison, just like any urban person that comes from areas like I'm from. But my grandma was super-grandma. Ain't nobody mess with our family in my neighborhood because everybody loved my grandma. She was the one that prayed for everybody. We were one of the first families in the projects. And I moved them out. Music allowed me" Who would have thought-  that Will.I.Am would write a book! When you read his bio- it will not surprise you at all. he is The Man!! William James Adams Jr., known professionally as will.i.am, is an American musician and actor. He is best known as a founding member of the hip hop group The Black Eyed Peas. Will.i.am has also released four solo albums.   Born: 15 March 1975 (age 43 years),  Height: 1.77 m Full name: Wi...