"Burning Wild" by Christine Feehan

Burning Wild by Christine Feehan

"Loved this book! Jake is a billionaire with a horrific childhood and a secret ability to shift into a leopard. Emma and her daughter take up residence with Jake as she becomes his son's nanny. However, she has a secret of her own. The two of them must come together to save their children from Jake's evil parents. Great story. Some steamy romantic scenes."

Review provided by Eve Heaton, Beaufort Branch Library

"Nightmare House" by Douglas Cleg

Nightmare House by Douglas Cleg

FIC CLE available at Beaufort, Bluffton, and Hilton Head

"Ethan Gravesend inherits his grandfather's labyrinthine house, and all the supernatural atrocities that go with it, in this fantastic Lovecraftian horror story."

Review provided by Laura Hayden, Beaufort Branch Library staff

"The Garth Factor" by Patsi Bale Cox

The Garth Factor by Patsi Bale Cox

B Brooks available at Beaufort, Bluffton, and Hilton Head in New Books

"Okay- I'll admit it. I picked up this title because I wanted to dirt on the Trisha Yearwood and Garth's so-called love affair and resulting nuptials. Fortunately for me, I am also a musician and love to read all things music related. I didn't get any juicy gossip about the Brooks/Yearwood union but I did learn a lot about the country music industry. Anybody who has listened to country music over the past 10 years knows a Garth Brooks song- he has definitely stamped the industry. The Garth Factor not only shed light on the present country music industry, it also gave me a glimpse into the life and music career of Garth Brooks, while also highlighting the changes he initiated to improve financial standing of working musicians and songwriters. Since I'm a fan of both Yearwood and Brooks, I wish them the best in their marriage!"

Review provided by Amanda Brewer, Beaufort Branch Library staff

"Stealing Lumby" by Gail Fraser

Stealing Lumby by Gail Fraser

FIC FRA available at Bluffton

Large Print available at Bluffton and St. Helena

"Billed as a read-alike for Jan Karon's Mitford series, "Stealing" is #2 in what is currentlya four part series set in the small town of Lumby. The eccentric characters help or hurt each other leading to funny plot twists. Hank the plastic flamingo is a recurring presence."

Review provided by Fran Hays, Beaufort Branch Library staff

"Stanley Yelnats' survival guide to Camp Green Lake" by Louis Sachar

Stanley Yelnats' survival guide to Camp Green Lake by Louis Sachar

FIC SAC available at all branches

"I found some of the book confusing because one chapter would be different than what another chapter said. Overall, I liked the main message that no matter what choices are given to you, you can still make your own choices and know and be who you really are."

Review provided by Lanetta Sova, Beaufort Branch Library staff

"One thousand white women" by Jim Fergus

One Thousand White Women by Jim Fergus

FIC FER available at Beaufort, Bluffton, and Hilton Head

"Imagine that the Federal government under President Grant actually promised the Cherokee Nation 1,000 brides as a means to assimilate the Indians into the white man's world. Imagine the consequences to the women who accepted and to their Indian husbands, considering that the whites generally never honored a treaty made with Native Americans. A fast-paced and riveting book."

Review provided by Fran Hays, Beaufort Branch Library staff

"Small Steps" by Louis Sachar

Small Steps by Louis Sachar
FIC SAC available at Beaufort, Bluffton, Hilton Head, Lobeco

"Armpit from the book Holes is now back at home and trying to do life one small step at a time but things get over his head when he buys, sells, and goes to a concert. I really liked the idea of taking life one small step at a time and setting small goals yet not letting the past rule you."

Review provided by Lanetta Sova, Beaufort Branch Library staff