Rainy Day Reads

If April showers are keeping you indoors with nothing to do, come check out the library’s display on the second floor. There you will find a wide-ranging selection of reads from different genres to keep you busy during this rainy season.

For those stormy nights, why not settle in with a creepy thriller? Alex North’s “The Whisper Man” (FIC Nor) is a psychological thriller about a father and son who move to a small town with a dark legacy of a serial killer. Dathan Auerbach’s “Penpal” (FIC Auerbach) is a chilling story that unfolds through a series of unsettling memories. As the protagonist examines his past, he uncovers a terrifying connection between seemingly unrelated occurrences.

If you prefer something a little cozier, Richard Osman’s “The Thursday Murder Club” (FIC Osm) is a witty and charming mystery about four retired friends who meet weekly to solve cold cases. When a real murder occurs near their retirement village, they find themselves unexpectedly involved in an exciting investigation. Mia P. Manansala’s “Arsenic and Adobo” (FIC Manansala Tita v.1) is a cozy mystery centered around Lila, who returns to her family’s Filipino restaurant and gets caught up in a murder investigation when her ex-boyfriend is found dead. What follows is a story full of culinary creations, family drama, and humor.

For the fantasy readers, V.E. Schwab’s “A Darker Shade of Magic” (FIC Sch) is a fantasy novel set in a world with parallel Londons, each with its own level of magical power. The story follows a magician who can travel between these worlds, as he gets caught in a dangerous web of magic and betrayal. Sarah Maas’ “House of Earth and Blood” (FIC Maa) is a novel with a world of dangerous creatures and hidden power. The half-Fae main character teams up with a fallen angel on a quest for justice that uncovers dark secrets threatening her city.

If you want a comforting classic to curl up with, we have several! Jane Austen’s “Pride and Prejudice” (FIC Austen) explores the complex relationship between Elizabeth Bennet and the wealthy Mr. Darcy, examining themes of love, class, and social expectations. Charlotte Bronte’s “Jane Eyre” (FIC Bro) is a gothic novel about an orphan who becomes a governess at the mysterious Thornfield Hall, where she discovers dark secrets while searching for equality and freedom. Margaret Mitchell’s “Gone with the Wind” is a historical novel set during the American Civil War and Reconstruction, following the strong-willed Scarlett O’Hara as she deals with love, loss, and survival in the changing South.

Find these titles, and more, on display until the end of the month. Many are also available to check out digitally on our free Libby app.