From last week's Indie bestseller lists, available at IndieBound.org, here are the recommended titles, which are also Indie Next Great Reads:
Hardcover
Leaving Rock Harbor: A Novel by Rebecca Chace (Scribner, $25, 9781439141304/1439141304). "Tightly written, this is a novel full of love, rich New England history, and a vivid description of a New England mill town's economic troubles in the wake of World War I. Frankie Ross, an independent, stubborn young woman tells us her story of loving two men, one of wealthy, upper middle class privilege and the other a Portuguese mill worker. An engaging read, and not just for New Englanders!"--Annie Philbrick, Bank Square Books, Mystic, Conn.
Where's My Wand? One Boy's Magical Triumph Over Alienation and Shag Carpeting by Eric Poole (Amy Einhorn Books/Putnam, $24.95, 9780399156557/0399156550). "Eric Poole casts a magical spell with his coming-of-age memoir complete with a neurotic mother, rampant bullying, and an on-again, off-again relationship with God. In turns both endearing and hysterical, Poole is sure to charm."--Meaghan Beasley, Island Bookstore, Corolla, N.C.
Paperback
Where We Going, Daddy? Life with Two Sons Unlike Any Other by Jean-Louis Fournier (Other Press, $12, 9781590513385/159051338X). "This charming, bittersweet and thought-provoking memoir of the author's life with two handicapped sons is exquisitely wrought and strikingly honest. Highly recommended!"--Carol Schneck, Schuler Books & Music, Okemos, Mich.
For Ages 9 to 12
Nice and Mean by Jessica Leader (Aladdin, $6.99, 9781416991601/1416991603). "This is the story of two girls from opposite sides of the proverbial tracks (or boroughs, since this is set in New York City) who are paired together for a video project that makes both girls look a little inside themselves to see what's truly important. Well-written, insightful and a lot of fun to read!"--Andy Terrell, Destinations Booksellers, New Albany, Ind.
[Many thanks to IndieBound and the ABA!]
