December Staff Recommendations

Come on by your favorite MPL location and enjoy the latest selection of books, CD’s and DVD’s recommended by our dedicated staff!

Science Fiction

Midnight Riot, by Ben Aaronovitch. [Main Library] “A witty, intriguing supernatural mystery out there, with a superb cast of characters, a beautiful, diverse London, and one of the most entertaining, enjoyable main characters out there.” ~Alison
The Long Way To a Small, Angry Planet, by Becky Chambers. [Main Library] “The writing helps draw you into the mindsets of the different viewpoint characters and the setting is interesting.” ~Robert B.

Colette, by Wash Westmoreland. [Electronic Branch] “A biographical drama film based on the real life of author Sidonie-Gabrielle Colette.” ~Veronica H. Casas

Cielo, by Alison McAlpine. [Palm View Branch] “Stars.” ~Maria O.
Jurassic World, by Colin Trevorrow. [Palm View Branch] “Jurassic world theme park lets guests experience actual dinosaurs.” ~Marianela
Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom, by J.A. Bayona. [Palm View Branch] “It’s been 3 years since the theme park and luxury resort was destroyed.” ~Marianela

Bringing Down the Duke, by Evie Dunmore. [Electronic Branch] “This is a fantastic historical romance that has it all. Romance, a strong and fearless heroine, great historical detail and accuracy, and it’s well-written!” ~Julia

Clear Moon, Snow Soon, by Tony Johnston. [Palm View Branch] “A beautiful book filled with beautiful pictures. A story about getting excited for Christmas!” ~Stephany
I Want a Dog For Christmas, Charlie Brown!, by Jim Thomas. [Palm View Branch] “A classic book filled with laughter and a fun book to read for the holidays! Children will love to read and see Snoopy the dog and other fun characters.” ~Stephany

Chicken Soup for the Soul: Christmas Treasury for Kids [Palm View Branch] “Christmas!” ~Maria O.
Little Kids First Big Book of Science, by Kathleen W. Zoehfeld. [Lark Branch] “I like the illustrations and I like the layout.” ~Sean
The Night Flower, by Lara Hawthorne. [Main Library] “A beautiful and informative book about a rare event in Arizona, the blooming of the night flower!” ~Heather
The Brain, by Tory Woollcott. [Lark Branch] “I like this series and this book is pretty informative but still a bit silly.” ~Sean
Neon Words, by Marge Pellegrino. [Lark Branch] “I like some of the advice and I think the book is well organized.” ~Sean

20,000 Leagues Under the Sea, by Jules Verne. [Main Library] “Retells the adventures of a French professor and his two companions as they sail above and below the world’s oceans as prisoners on the fabulous electric submarine of the deranged Captain Nemo.” ~Gabriel

Polar Bears: Survival On Ice, by Jason Viola [Lark Branch] “I like the art and I like the overall format.” ~Sean
The Storm In The Barn, by Matt Phelan. [Main Library] “One of the few children’s books that tackles life in the Dust Bowl, this is an award-winning graphic novel that is light on words but heavy in emotion. A great read for kids and adults alike.” ~Heather

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