The Firekeeper's Daughter by Angeline Boulley

 

 

The Firekeeper's Daughter, written by Angeline Boulley, is a mysterious thriller that follows 18 year old Daunis Fontaine, whose dreams of studying medicine and talented hockey skills makes her a popular member of her community. However, when she witnesses a horrific tragedy, her whole life changes and her future is put on pause. The murder of her best friend allows her to uncover the secret identity of the new hockey star, Jamie, who is also her brother's best friend. With his true identity revealed -- he is an undercover cop -- they team up into a criminal investigation. As they go undercover, she is able to use her background in chemistry to be a vital part of the case. The further they get into this investigation, the more is revealed about her friends and family.

Will she discover the truth about what truly is going on in her town? Will she catch the killer? Daunis will do whatever it takes to protect her home, even if it changes everything she had ever known. The Firekeeper's Daughter will keep you on the edge of your seat as the characters try to solve the case. Angeline Boulley creates an extraordinary atmosphere with an ending plot that no one expected. 

-Amanda, Teen Influencer

Apple (Skin to the Core)... a compelling memoir in verse for fans of Jason Reynolds and Sherman Alexie

Apple (Skin to the Core) by Eric Gansworth, a tribally enrolled Onondaga living among the Tuscarora, plays off the derogatory term apple (red on the outside; white on the inside), often used in Native communities. In his memoir-in-verse, Gansworth explores the realities of growing up on the rez, being subjected to racism and poverty, and learning to navigate the white world. With intermittent Beatles references and evocative black and white art interspersed throughout, this compelling story of a life is sure to pull you in. Reserve a copy to for curbside pickup or in-person checkout, or check it out on Overdrive.

Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky... step aside, Percy Jackson!

 Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky by Kwame Mbalia is the first in a new series under the Rick Riordan presents imprint... so if you're a fan of Percy Jackson, then this Coretta Scott King award winner is your next read! What's it about? When seventh-grader Tristan Strong tumbles into the MidPass, he must team up with allies John Henry and Brer Rabbit to entice the god Anansi to come out of hiding and seal the hole Tristan accidentally ripped in the sky.

So if you like series with contemporary heroes, powerful gods, allies out of myth, legend, and folklore, and plenty of fun and action, reserve a copy to check out via curbside pickup or during in-person hours. You can also snag a copy on Hoopla or Overdrive! Need help? Call the library at 781-835-5535.