New Books 4/17/17

The taming of the Wild West, drug use in Nazi Germany, improving your health through eating and sleeping better, pursuing a meaningful life that involves kindness to others, and some great suspense, sci-fi, and mysteries!

 

All by Myself, Alone by Mary Higgins Clark
Escaping the humiliation of her ex-fiancé’s arrest, gems expert Celia Kolbride befriends Lady Emily Haywood, who is found dead at the hands of someone who has stolen the victim’s emerald necklace.

Blitzed: Drugs in the Third Reich by Norman Ohler
A fast-paced, highly original history that uncovers the full extent of drug use in Nazi Germany—from Hitler’s all-consuming reliance on a slew of substances, to the drugs that permeated the regime and played an integral role in Germany’s military performance and ultimate downfall in World War II.

The Chosen by J.R. Ward
Falling in love with brotherhood rival Xcor, a tortured man in custody who is awaiting interrogation, Layla seeks to gain his freedom and secure their relationship by appealing to the Black Dagger Brotherhood for a chance to let him prove himself.

Close Enough to Touch by Colleen Oakley
A young woman with a rare and debilitating allergy to other humans is forced to venture out into the world after the death of her mother before forging an unusual bond with a struggling single dad.

Darktown by Thomas Mullen
Hired by the Atlanta Police Department in 1948, Lucius Boggs and Tommy Smith confront deep hostility from their white peers before confronting a corrupt officer who complicates their investigation into the murder of a black woman.

Dodge City by Tom Clavin
An account of the taming of the Wild West as it unfolded in violent Dodge City cites the roles of lawmen Bat Masterson and Wyatt Earp, tracing their notable friendships and devastating losses while interacting with the likes of Wild Bill Hickok, Jesse James and Doc Holliday.

Earthly Remains by Donna Leon
Mishandling the interrogation of an arrogant suspect who caused the death of a young girl, Brunetti takes a vacation on a laguna island only to become embroiled in the disappearance of his host in the aftermath of a sudden storm.

Hallelujah Anyway by Anne Lamott
An impassioned exploration of mercy, its elusive presence and why people ignore or embrace it shares advice for forging deeper self-understanding and how to pursue an honest, meaningful life that involves kindness to others.

The Lost Order by Steve Berry
When rival factions of a dangerous clandestine organization begin a race to find billions in stolen treasure hidden by their progenitors, Justice Department agent Cotton Malone finds the case complicated by his unsuspected ties to the organization and the political schemes of an unscrupulous politician.

Prince Charles: The Passions and the Paradox by Sally Bedell Smith
The best-selling author of Elizabeth the Queen presents a revelatory portrait of the crown royal that offers new insights into his lonely childhood, intellectual quests, entrepreneurial pursuits and marriages.

Red Sister by Mark Lawrence
Entering a convent at nine years old to be trained for combat, Nona begins learning the ways of blade and fist, but when her violent past is revealed, she finds herself at the center of a battle for a crumbling empire in a dying universe.

Sleep Solution: Why your Sleep is Broken by W. Chris Winter
Draws on cutting-edge sleep science and time-tested techniques in a guide to understanding what contributes to sleep problems and how to minimize medication dependency, sharing coverage of subjects ranging from insomnia and sleep apnea to restless leg syndrome and circadian sleep disorders.

Waking Gods by Sylvain Neuvel
An elite physicist investigates the nature of what appears to be a giant metal hand found decades earlier deep underground, a mystery that leads to the greatest discovery of the millennium and the appearance of a world-changing technology.

Wired to Eat by Rob Wolf
A recipe-complemented guide outlines a thirty-day program based on the latest research to rewire the appetite, regulate blood sugar, and lose weight more easily by consuming paleo-based whole foods.