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SPRING 2008
Messenger of Truth: a Maisie Dobbs Novel by Jacqueline Winspear
In 1931 London, when controversial artist Nick Bassington-Hope falls to his death before the opening of an exhibition of his work at a Mayfair gallery and police refuse to
investigate, his journalist sister Georgina enlist the aid of psychologist Maisie Dobbs to uncover the truth about the case. Reader’s Guide included.
Inkheart by Cornelia Funke
Twelve year-old Meggie learns that her father, who repairs and binds books for a living, can “read” fictional characters to life when one of those characters abducts them and tries to force him into service.
Lady Killer by Lisa Scottoline
Astonished when a childhood rival begs her for protection from a violent drug-dealer boyfriend, Mary finds her family, her career, and eventually her life placed on the line when she investigates the woman’s subsequent disappearance.
Deadline by Chris Crutcher
Given the medical diagnosis of one year to live, high school senior Ben Wolf decides to fulfill his greatest fantasies, ponders his life’s purpose and legacy, and converses through dreams with a spiritual guide known as “Hey-Soos.”
Death of a Dentist By M.C. Beaton
When a toothache sends Hamish Macbeth to dentist Frederick Gilchrist, Macbeth finds him dead, but since everyone appears pleased the the victim is deceased-patients, harassed women, and even Macbeth’s wife-he faces the most difficult challenge of his career.
Murder on K Street by Margaret Truman
When Illinois senator Lyle Simmons returns from a political fundraiser to find his wife murdered, Detective Charles Chang is assigned to the investigation. in a case that draws him into the dangerous world of political lobbyists with whom the senator has close relationships.
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