Books coming to the Bethel Library in June
Daughters of the Sun and Moon by Lisa See
From bestselling author Lisa See comes the story of three Chinese women whose lives become intertwined in post–Civil War Los Angeles. Brought together by hardship and heartbreak, they must use their bravery, endurance, and ability to “eat bitterness” to discover their voices, find freedom, and connect through solace and friendship. Together, they are daughters of the sun and moon. Fans of Lisa See’s emotionally rich historical novels will want to reserve this one early.
Land by Maggie O'Farrell
The award-winning author of Hamnet returns with a sweeping historical novel set in Ireland before and after the Great Hunger. Maggie O'Farrell is known for vivid characters and beautifully written stories, and this promises to be another immersive journey through history and family life.
Whistler by Ann Patchett
Ann Patchett’s newest novel explores connection, memory, and the fleeting moments that shape our lives. A woman is reunited with her step father, she has not seen him for many years, since a fateful event changed the directions of their lives. Readers who loved Tom Lake or The Dutch House can expect another thoughtful and moving story from one of today's most beloved literary authors.
The Jellyfish Problem by Tessa Yang
A marine biologist heads to a small Maine island where residents are facing an extraordinary threat: a giant glowing jellyfish. Part science, part mystery, and full of imagination, this debut promises a unique reading experience—especially for Maine readers.
The Fire Agent by David Baerwald
This novel spans espionage, love, and war as it reexamines the turbulent first half of the twentieth century. Based on the life of author David Baerwald’s grandfather, The Fire Agent is historical fiction that reads like a thriller. It carries us from nineteenth-century German idealism to the onset of chemical warfare; from Japan’s organized crime syndicates to FDR’s spy networks; from the Nanking Massacre to the dawn of the Cold War. Readers who enjoy sweeping historical stories with intrigue and high stakes may find a new favorite here.