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September 30
Selected by Janna from Kuna, Idaho
Janna won a Powells.com gift certificate worth $60.
The Sandcastle Girls
by Chris Bohjalian
Janna's Comments:
"Chris Bohjalian's 'The Sandcastle Girls' is painfully stark, heartbreakingly tender, and if it hinges on an uncannily neat coincidence or two, you just don't care....Bohjalian intertwines so many love stories into the telling, the book leaves with some painful knowledge you didn't have before, but also leaves you warm instead of cold." (read more)
Your price $10.50
Used - Trade Paper
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September 28
Selected by Scott from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
The Storytelling Animal: How Stories Make Us Human
by Jonathan Gottschall
Scott's Comments:
"A testimony to the power of storytelling beyond one particular genre, this book provides a fascinating guide through the immense shift readers are experiencing at the beginning of the 21st century. Gottschall's mix of anecdotes, research, and 'Q' magazine style dry humor for the photo captions, lend a welcome sense of humor into what easily could have become a meta-cognitive text with only a limited intellectual audience. I recommend this book to anyone interested in stories, regardless of how much they like to read them compared to watch them or see them live." (read more)
Your price $14.95
New - Trade Paper
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September 26
Selected by M.K. from Waianae, Hawaii
M.K. won a Powells.com gift certificate worth $20.
Clever Crocheted Accessories: 25 Quick Weekend Projects
by Brett Bara
M.K.'s Comments:
"The 25 patterns in this book range from a sparkly beaded cocktail ring (Dazzling Ring by Kazekobo) to thick, warm, cabled men's socks (Hiking Socks by Kim Kotary) to a colorful floral motif bag (Amazing Motif Bag by Regina Rioux) -- all cleverly constructed and great ways to explore crochet techniques and stitch patterns you may not be familiar with....There a lot of great gift ideas here, including hats for men." (read more)
Your price $22.95
New - Trade Paper
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September 29
Selected by Suzanne from Wofford Heights, California
The Weight of Water
by Anita Shreve
Suzanne's Comments:
"This book explores the lives of two different women. Jean is a modern-day photographer and journalist who goes to Smuttynose Island to do research on a crime of murder which took place more than 100 years ago. Upon discovering some new material in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, there are more questions than answers as to what really happened on the island many years ago. Shreve does an excellent job of exploring the lives of these two women, as only she can. Through subtle language and descriptions, she examines themes of jealousy, adultery, betrayal and loss....Don't start this book unless you have plenty of time to read. I was haunted and mesmerized by the ending long after I read the last page." (read more)
Your price $5.95
Used - Trade Paper
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September 27
Selected by David from Portland, Oregon
David won a Powells.com gift certificate worth $20.
The Edge of Normal
by Carla Norton
David's Comments:
"Carla Norton presents a rapid fire, heart jumping book with her first novel. Based on real crimes concerning violence towards women, she is respectful of the subject and families who suffered through the horrors of having loved ones kidnapped and abused....Reeve has survived the worst of ordeals, yet through healing and ongoing therapy is able to reach out to others who have suffered as she has....It's a powerful ride through tough territory; I was fully engaged by the plot and Ms. Norton's exceptional writing. I hope to see Reeve return in future books." (read more)
Your price $17.95
Used - Hardcover
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September 25
Selected by Max from San Francisco, California
Max won a Powells.com gift certificate worth $20.
Full Dark House: A Peculiar Crimes Unit Mystery
by Christopher Fowler
Max's Comments:
"This mystery is quirky, sardonic, and cantankerous, and a thoroughly fun ride. I had two cross-country plane trips that I was planning on sleeping through but I couldn't put this book down. Best news yet -- it is one of a long series! I can't wait to read the rest." (read more)
Your price $15.00
New - Trade Paper
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