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Amber's Best of 2020

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alaude

East Lansing Public Library

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A list of my favorite stories of the year.

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alaude

East Lansing Public Library

17 items

17 items

The Midnight Library

The Midnight Library

by Haig, Matt

Book - 2020

Matt Haig is the sort of author you will end up waiting around for, counting the days until his next work is released into the world. "The Midnight L...Show more Matt Haig is the sort of author you will end up waiting around for, counting the days until his next work is released into the world. "The Midnight Library" may be his best book yet. It is about a woman who is given the chance to live every version of her life, every person she might have been, every path she might have taken, until she finds the one she wants to live. Show less

Matt Haig is the sort of author you will end up waiting around for, counting the days until his next work is released into the world. "The Midnight L...Show more Matt Haig is the sort of author you will end up waiting around for, counting the days until his next work is released into the world. "The Midnight Library" may be his best book yet. It is about a woman who is given the chance to live every version of her life, every person she might have been, every path she might have taken, until she finds the one she wants to live. Show less

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Anxious People

Anxious People

A Novel

by Backman, Fredrik

Book - 2020

This story begins with a bank robbery. But what if the bank robber didn't really want to rob the bank in the first place? And what if the hostages didn't want the bank robber to get caught? This story begins with a bank robbery. But what if the bank robber didn't really want to rob the bank in the first place? And what if the hostages didn't want the bank robber to get caught? Show less

This story begins with a bank robbery. But what if the bank robber didn't really want to rob the bank in the first place? And what if the hostages didn't want the bank robber to get caught? This story begins with a bank robbery. But what if the bank robber didn't really want to rob the bank in the first place? And what if the hostages didn't want the bank robber to get caught? Show less

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Sanditon

Sanditon

DVD - 2020

Jane Austen fans, if you haven't seen Sanditon, you should. Created by the legendary Andrew Davies, this series is the only chance you may ever have to experience a Jane Austen story you don't yet know. Jane Austen fans, if you haven't seen Sanditon, you should. Created by the legendary Andrew Davies, this series is the only chance you may ever have to experience a Jane Austen story you don't yet know. Show less

Jane Austen fans, if you haven't seen Sanditon, you should. Created by the legendary Andrew Davies, this series is the only chance you may ever have to experience a Jane Austen story you don't yet know. Jane Austen fans, if you haven't seen Sanditon, you should. Created by the legendary Andrew Davies, this series is the only chance you may ever have to experience a Jane Austen story you don't yet know. Show less

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Fable

Fable

by Young, Adrienne

Book - 2020

This is a story of survival. It is the story of a strong young woman. It is filled with adventure and intrigue and yes, even romance. And you will be thankful that Adrienne Young has another book in the works by the end. This is a story of survival. It is the story of a strong young woman. It is filled with adventure and intrigue and yes, even romance. And you will be thankful that Adrienne Young has another book in the works by the end. Show less

This is a story of survival. It is the story of a strong young woman. It is filled with adventure and intrigue and yes, even romance. And you will be thankful that Adrienne Young has another book in the works by the end. This is a story of survival. It is the story of a strong young woman. It is filled with adventure and intrigue and yes, even romance. And you will be thankful that Adrienne Young has another book in the works by the end. Show less

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Miss Austen

Miss Austen

by Hornby, Gill

Book - 2020

In many ways, this was the year of Jane Austen for me. I didn't include all the books I read about her (I freely admit, there were many), but this one sto...Show more In many ways, this was the year of Jane Austen for me. I didn't include all the books I read about her (I freely admit, there were many), but this one stood out among the rest. Gill Hornby adeptly tells a tale revolving around the mysterious missing correspondence between Jane and her sister, Cassandra. But what will stay with you long after you have finished it is the bond between sisters. Show less

In many ways, this was the year of Jane Austen for me. I didn't include all the books I read about her (I freely admit, there were many), but this one sto...Show more In many ways, this was the year of Jane Austen for me. I didn't include all the books I read about her (I freely admit, there were many), but this one stood out among the rest. Gill Hornby adeptly tells a tale revolving around the mysterious missing correspondence between Jane and her sister, Cassandra. But what will stay with you long after you have finished it is the bond between sisters. Show less

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Fargo Season 01

Fargo Season 01

DVD - 2014

Some of the finest storytelling I have ever witnessed on television. And a stellar cast that changes by the season. Some of the finest storytelling I have ever witnessed on television. And a stellar cast that changes by the season. Show less

Some of the finest storytelling I have ever witnessed on television. And a stellar cast that changes by the season. Some of the finest storytelling I have ever witnessed on television. And a stellar cast that changes by the season. Show less

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The Dutch House

The Dutch House

by Patchett, Ann

Audiobook CD - 2019

What could possibly be better than a new book by Ann Patchett? Why, a new book by Ann Patchett read to you by Tom Hanks. What could possibly be better than a new book by Ann Patchett? Why, a new book by Ann Patchett read to you by Tom Hanks. Show less

What could possibly be better than a new book by Ann Patchett? Why, a new book by Ann Patchett read to you by Tom Hanks. What could possibly be better than a new book by Ann Patchett? Why, a new book by Ann Patchett read to you by Tom Hanks. Show less

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Schitt's Creek Season 1

Schitt's Creek Season 1

DVD - 2015

I began watching this show for the legendary Eugene Levy/Catherine O'Hara pairing. I continued watching because it has so much heart you can't look away. I began watching this show for the legendary Eugene Levy/Catherine O'Hara pairing. I continued watching because it has so much heart you can't look away. Show less

I began watching this show for the legendary Eugene Levy/Catherine O'Hara pairing. I continued watching because it has so much heart you can't look away. I began watching this show for the legendary Eugene Levy/Catherine O'Hara pairing. I continued watching because it has so much heart you can't look away. Show less

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Evelyn Del Rey Is Moving Away

Evelyn Del Rey Is Moving Away

by Medina, Meg

Book - 2020

Daniela's "número uno best friend" is moving away. Newbery Medalist Medina has never disappointed, and she more than captures the spirit of two girls who are about to face the complicated emotions that come with separation. Daniela's "número uno best friend" is moving away. Newbery Medalist Medina has never disappointed, and she more than captures the spirit of two girls who are about to face the complicated emotions that come with separation. Show less

Daniela's "número uno best friend" is moving away. Newbery Medalist Medina has never disappointed, and she more than captures the spirit of two girls who are about to face the complicated emotions that come with separation. Daniela's "número uno best friend" is moving away. Newbery Medalist Medina has never disappointed, and she more than captures the spirit of two girls who are about to face the complicated emotions that come with separation. Show less

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Watchmen

Watchmen

DVD - 2020

I could do without most any superhero franchise. But this limited series is so much more than that. I could do without most any superhero franchise. But this limited series is so much more than that. Show less

I could do without most any superhero franchise. But this limited series is so much more than that. I could do without most any superhero franchise. But this limited series is so much more than that. Show less

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What We'll Build

What We'll Build

Plans for Our Together Future

by Jeffers, Oliver

Book - 2020

Oliver Jeffers created his book, "Here We Are" when his son was born. Now that he has a daughter, he has written a new book for fathers and daughters everywhere. Oh, the adventures that await. Oliver Jeffers created his book, "Here We Are" when his son was born. Now that he has a daughter, he has written a new book for fathers and daughters everywhere. Oh, the adventures that await. Show less

Oliver Jeffers created his book, "Here We Are" when his son was born. Now that he has a daughter, he has written a new book for fathers and daughters everywhere. Oh, the adventures that await. Oliver Jeffers created his book, "Here We Are" when his son was born. Now that he has a daughter, he has written a new book for fathers and daughters everywhere. Oh, the adventures that await. Show less

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The Exiles

The Exiles

A Novel

by Kline, Christina Baker

Book - 2020

Kline's latest novel had me interested from the very first time I heard of it. She delves into the not often explored topic of female convicts in the 19th...Show more Kline's latest novel had me interested from the very first time I heard of it. She delves into the not often explored topic of female convicts in the 19th century - women who were exiled, and sentenced to "the land beyond the seas." Van Diemen's Land, Australia. Show less

Kline's latest novel had me interested from the very first time I heard of it. She delves into the not often explored topic of female convicts in the 19th...Show more Kline's latest novel had me interested from the very first time I heard of it. She delves into the not often explored topic of female convicts in the 19th century - women who were exiled, and sentenced to "the land beyond the seas." Van Diemen's Land, Australia. Show less

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Maud and Grand-Maud

Maud and Grand-Maud

by O'Leary, Sara

Book - 2020

Visits with Grandma were at the top of my list of things to be psyched about as a kid. This is the story of such a duo, who have all kinds of adventures w...Show more Visits with Grandma were at the top of my list of things to be psyched about as a kid. This is the story of such a duo, who have all kinds of adventures whenever they meet. Beautifully illustrated and told with all the warmth and comfort of a visit with Grandma. Show less

Visits with Grandma were at the top of my list of things to be psyched about as a kid. This is the story of such a duo, who have all kinds of adventures w...Show more Visits with Grandma were at the top of my list of things to be psyched about as a kid. This is the story of such a duo, who have all kinds of adventures whenever they meet. Beautifully illustrated and told with all the warmth and comfort of a visit with Grandma. Show less

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Land of the Cranes

Land of the Cranes

by Salazar, Aida

Book - 2020

Author, Salazar, drew on her own experiences as an undocumented kid growing up in Los Angeles to tell the story of nine-year-old Betita Quintero, who is detained with her mother at the US-Mexico border. Author, Salazar, drew on her own experiences as an undocumented kid growing up in Los Angeles to tell the story of nine-year-old Betita Quintero, who is detained with her mother at the US-Mexico border. Show less

Author, Salazar, drew on her own experiences as an undocumented kid growing up in Los Angeles to tell the story of nine-year-old Betita Quintero, who is detained with her mother at the US-Mexico border. Author, Salazar, drew on her own experiences as an undocumented kid growing up in Los Angeles to tell the story of nine-year-old Betita Quintero, who is detained with her mother at the US-Mexico border. Show less

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Apple Skin to the Core

Apple Skin to the Core

A Memoir in Words and Pictures

by Gansworth, Eric L.

Book - 2020

A memoir in verse, Gansworth tells of his childhood as an Onondaga child raised on the Tuscarora reservation, of the lasting impact of forced assimilation, and being part of a culture that often feels on the verge of vanishing. A memoir in verse, Gansworth tells of his childhood as an Onondaga child raised on the Tuscarora reservation, of the lasting impact of forced assimilation, and being part of a culture that often feels on the verge of vanishing. Show less

A memoir in verse, Gansworth tells of his childhood as an Onondaga child raised on the Tuscarora reservation, of the lasting impact of forced assimilation, and being part of a culture that often feels on the verge of vanishing. A memoir in verse, Gansworth tells of his childhood as an Onondaga child raised on the Tuscarora reservation, of the lasting impact of forced assimilation, and being part of a culture that often feels on the verge of vanishing. Show less

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Into the Forest

Into the Forest

by Dorion, Christiane

Book - 2020

Forests, flora and fauna, and the animals that inhabit them. This is the sort of book that will enthrall nature lovers everywhere. I couldn't put it down. Forests, flora and fauna, and the animals that inhabit them. This is the sort of book that will enthrall nature lovers everywhere. I couldn't put it down. Show less

Forests, flora and fauna, and the animals that inhabit them. This is the sort of book that will enthrall nature lovers everywhere. I couldn't put it down. Forests, flora and fauna, and the animals that inhabit them. This is the sort of book that will enthrall nature lovers everywhere. I couldn't put it down. Show less

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My Dark Vanessa

My Dark Vanessa

A Novel

by Russell, Kate Elizabeth

Book - 2020

This was not the sort of story I wanted to read at the outset. But I found it endlessly fascinating how accurate the perspectives of a teenage girl and a women in her thirties were depicted that I had to keep reading. This was not the sort of story I wanted to read at the outset. But I found it endlessly fascinating how accurate the perspectives of a teenage girl and a women in her thirties were depicted that I had to keep reading. Show less

This was not the sort of story I wanted to read at the outset. But I found it endlessly fascinating how accurate the perspectives of a teenage girl and a women in her thirties were depicted that I had to keep reading. This was not the sort of story I wanted to read at the outset. But I found it endlessly fascinating how accurate the perspectives of a teenage girl and a women in her thirties were depicted that I had to keep reading. Show less

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