Alicia recommends "Leave the Gun, Take the Cannoli: The Epic Story of the Making of The Godfather" by Mark Seal

I'm gonna make you an offer you can't refuse, you will enjoy this dramatic story of the making of the first movie of the Godfather trilogy.  Learn how the movie was almost not made, how the politics of Hollywood almost derailed the movie, and how the Mob was involved with the making of the movie and the actors in the movie.  Mark Seal compiles interviews with the cast and crew and primary sources to make a readable book. Take a walk back in time, almost 50 years ago, to learn how the movie's famous lines evolved, such as, "leave the gun, take the cannoli." 

Adult

Justine recommends "The Dire Days of Willowweep Manor"

One dark and stormy night, Haley sees a stranger drowning in the river. Since her greatest passion is Gothic romance novels, she knows her moment has come. But when Haley leaps into the water to rescue the stranger, she awakens in Willowweep. It certainly looks like the setting of one of her favorite books: A stately manor. A sinister housekeeper. Three brooding brothers. There's even a ghost. Except Willowweep is not what it seems.

The Dire Days of Willowweep Manor is a lighthearted parody of Gothic romance novels such as Rebecca, Wuthering Heights, and Jane Eyre.  It's a great Fall read for those who don't want to be scared, but enjoy a spooky atmosphere every so often.

Kate B. recommends "Small Cures"

 

Accessible and comforting, yet powerful and honest, these poems really might be “small cures” for a broken heart. Whatever the source of grief, the poet’s compassionate message of self-love can soothe the pain and remind readers of their own strength.

Here’s an example:

darling,

survival isn’t something you do.

survival is what your heart is made of.

Adult

 

Filippa recommends "The 7 1/2 Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle"

The book had me guessing from page one! It is great storytelling paired with an outlandish premise sprinkled with characters you love to hate and hate to love. If you are in the mood for a mystery thriller that doesn't stop, this is your book!