NEW FICTION

It all begins with a painting called Guilt. Eve Duncan’s daughter, Jane, has no idea why she painted the portrait of the chilling face that now hangs in a Paris gallery. But members of a cult that dates back to the time of Christ know both the face and the significance behind it. They believe that Jane must die-but not before she leads them to an ancient treasure whose value and power are beyond price. But for now they target those close to her, killing without mercy or conscience. Eight Days to Live by Iris Johansen will chill you to the core. Will it end with the death of Eve Duncan and the sacrifice of Jane?

To most people, Folly Beach is simply the last barrier island before reaching the great Atlantic. To some, it’s a sanctuary for lost souls, which is why Emmy Hamilton’s mother encourages her to buy the local bookstore, Folly’s Find, hoping it will distract Emmy from the loss of her husband. But the seller insists on one condition: Emmy must allow Lulu, the late owner’s difficult sister, to continue selling her bottle trees from the store’s backyard. As details of a possible murder and a mysterious disappearance are revealed, the two women discover that circumstances beyond their control have brought them together. And it is on Folly Beach that their hearts can find hope for a second chance. On Folly Beach, by Karen White, is an interesting look at family and why new generations should sustain ties with the old.

Annie Ferguson was a bright, young talented architect until a single phone call altered the course of her life forever. Overnight, she became the mother to her sister’s three orphaned children, keeping a promise she never regretted making, even if it meant putting her own life indefinitely on hold. Now, at forty-two, as independent as ever, with a satisfying career and a family that means everything to her, she is suddenly facing an empty nest. Then, just when least expected, a chance encounter changes Annie’s life yet again in the most unexpected direction of all. Family Ties by Danielle Steel reminds us how challenging and unpredictable life can be, and that the powerful bonds of family are the strongest of all.

On the eve of her graduation from an exclusive private school, shy wallflower Samantha Heavenstone is caught in a whirl of scandal and betrayal. Now, she’s returned to the grand Kentucky mansion where painful memories of her mother and older sister, Cassie, are as potent as newly mown bluegrass. Here, someone will see to it that Samantha never forgets the tragedies of yesterday. Will Cassie’s ghostly hold on Samantha destroy her hope and drive her to madness? Secret Whispers by V. C. Andrews is the second book in a series that shows us there’s no place like home...and no end to the nightmare.

NEW NON-FICTION

Accent your wardrobe with beautiful beaded necklaces, bracelets, belts, and earrings that you can make yourself! Do you prefer swaths of pearls, or diminutive crystal dangles? Are bands of gemstones your style, or do you gravitate to twisted-wire rings? In addition to fashionable, this book is packed with gorgeous photos of each piece for plenty of inspiration. Fully illustrated basic techniques helpful to any skill level, plus clear instructions with step-by-step guidance to shortcuts and itemized material lists and source information. Easy Beading lets you jump into a year’s worth of satisfying projects suited to novices and seasoned beaders. Enjoy!