Following immediately on the heels of The Symbiot, its events segue directly into The Hunt: Symbiosys. Barely eclipsing global extinction, the Gibbons' couple are forced to flee and hide from clandestine forces intent on their eradication. Centering between Montreal and Tokyo, this sequel introduces an unimaginable new world threat! Views: 44
The Reverend Lee is suffering from a rare and acutely embarrassing situation: Back-to-Front Dyslexia. It affects only his speech, and he doesn't realize he's doing it, but the parishioners of Nibbleswicke are shocked and confused by his seemingly outrageous comments. Views: 44
From Publishers WeeklyA Canadian TV programmer, book-show host and son of Mordecai Richler, the first-time author here offers the often-hilarious story of Robbie Bookbinder, an 18-year-old ultimate adolescent who, among his many other complaints, resents coming of age in the mid-'70s. English-speaking in Montreal, Robbie drinks and takes all but the hardest drugs, goofs off in his French-language school and loves Ivy, a scrawny, self-absorbed girl hooked on heroin. In some scenes, such as a chaotic, nonsexist September seder ("I was just too busy in the spring," Robbie's mother says), the novel is as funny as A Confederacy of Dunces . (To his grandmother, Robbie says, "I've always wondered, and since I don't speak Hebrew, what exactly coleslaw means.") When, soon afterward, his parents kick Robbie out, he immediately spends the $1000 they gave him as seed money. Richler stumbles when he tries to follow the rules of conventional novels: the book's happy ending feels forced, and the repeated references to an apocalyptic fire that isn't described until late in the story are a needless tease. Despite its flaws, Richler's larky narrative captures the essence of what Robbie would call the bummer decade. Copyright 1992 Reed Business Information, Inc. From Library JournalA middle-class Canadian teenager spins into the drug culture in this gritty portrayal of life on the streets in the 1970s. Robbie Bookbinder is angry, bored, and utterly confused. Kicked out by his parents, he spends his days in a drug and alcohol-induced haze dreaming of punk rock stardom. These dreams are tarnished by the reality of gang violence and the brutal rape of the stripper who befriends him. Faced with the emptiness of this life, Robbie is forced to come to terms with his family. He is a prodigal son for the decade, embodying its pain and hope. This is an ambitious debut novel from Richler (the son of Mordecai Richler), who is the head of arts programming at TV Ontario and hosts a TV book show. Public libraries should consider.- Jan Blodgett, St. Mary's Cty. Records Ctr. & Archives, Leonardtown, Md .Copyright 1992 Reed Business Information, Inc. Views: 44
“A rip-snorting, full-throttle novel . . . It kept me up late into the night.” —Stephen King Forced out of his firm, a hard-living attorney takes on one final, highly charged case—defending a notorious gang of bikers against murder charges A few years ago, Will Alexander was the top criminal lawyer in Santa Fe, with a thriving practice, a famously flamboyant courtroom style, and a marriage that landed him on the front page of the society section. Now, though, his wife has left him, and his constant boozing and womanizing have put his career in jeopardy. When Will’s partners ask him—forcefully—to take a leave of absence from the firm, his life in law seems finished. He has only one client: a gang of men who call themselves the Scorpions. Four rogue bikers are accused of committing a gruesome murder, and Will is the only one they want for their defense. Although all the evidence points toward their guilt, Will believes them, and it’s time for these outlaws to stick together. Views: 44
Lily Lapp is moving with her family to Pennsylvania to join a new Amish community. In this small town where changes—and newcomers—are greeted with suspicion, Lily must adjust to a new school, new friends, and Aaron Yoder, an annoying boy who teases her relentlessly. Still, there are exciting new developments, including an attic full of adventure and a new baby brother. But why, Lily wonders, can't God bring her just one sister?The second novel in the charming Adventures of Lily Lapp series, A New Home for Lily gives children ages 8-12 a fascinating glimpse into the life of the Amish—and lots of fun and laughter along the way. It combines the real-life stories of growing up Amish from Mary Ann Kinsinger and the bestselling writing of Amish fiction and nonfiction author Suzanne Woods Fisher. With line illustrations throughout, this series is sure to capture the hearts of readers young and old. Views: 44
In the tradition of Lisa Scottoline and Jodi Picoult comes a novel from critically-acclaimed author Nina Darnton about a woman who'll go to any lengths to become a mother.When Marcia, a driven, successful editor in New York with a loving husband, finds she can't conceive a child, it rips the heart out of her seemingly-perfect life. Her desire to be a mother has become her obsession, and after trying and failing to become pregnant by every known method, she focuses all of her energy on her one remaining option: surrogacy. Her husband resists, and tries to convince her that they can be happy without a child; but faced with her unyielding determination, he relents, and reluctantly goes along with the idea. Everything looks good...until an unexpected tragedy occurs that changes their plans, their marriage, and their lives forever.Praise for The Perfect Mother:"A fast-paced thriller with the kind of emotional impact that transcends a simple... Views: 44
The frontman of one of the greatest bands of all time tells the story of his rise from nothing to rock 'n' roll megastar, and his wild journey as the voice of The Who."It's taken me three years to unpack the events of my life, to remember who did what when and why, to separate the myths from the reality, to unravel what really happened at the Holiday Inn on Keith Moon's 21st birthday," says Roger Daltrey, the powerhouse vocalist of The Who. The result of this introspection is a remarkable memoir, instantly captivating, funny and frank, chock-full of well-earned wisdom and one-of-kind anecdotes from a raucous life that spans a tumultuous time of change in Britain and America. Born in the heart of the London Blitz in March 1944, Daltrey fought his way (literally) through school and poverty and began to assemble the band that would become The Who while working at a sheet metal factory in 1961. In Daltrey's voice, the familiar stories—how they got into... Views: 44
A brutally frank memoir about doctors and patients in a health care system that puts the poor at risk.In medical charts, the term "N.A.D." (No Apparent Distress) is used for patients who appear stable. The phrase also aptly describes America's medical system when it comes to treating the underprivileged. Medical students learn on the bodies of the poor—and the poor suffer from their mistakes.Rachel Pearson confronted these harsh realities when she started medical school in Galveston, Texas. Pearson, herself from a working-class background, remains haunted by the suicide of a close friend, experiences firsthand the heartbreak of her own errors in a patient's care, and witnesses the ruinous effects of a hurricane on a Texas town's medical system. In No Apparent Distress, she chronicles her experiences and the raging disparities in a system that favors the rich and the white. This is at once an indictment of American health care and a deeply moving tale of... Views: 43
