Jaymi: Dual timeline; historical fiction centered around two actual tomb discoveries; dramatic, serious tone; some mystery elements; fast-paced facebook.com/mplohio instagram: @MarionPublicLib twitter: @MarionPublicLib youtube: @MarionPublicLibraryOhio linkedin: @MarionPublicLibraryOhio Marion Public Library 445 East Church Street Marion, Ohio 43302 740-387-0992 MarionLibrary.org Board of Directors Malcolm Goodman, President Phyllis Butterworth Patrick Carey Jennifer Donelson Blake Gates Dana Martin Leslie Schneider Gary Branson Executive Director Miranda: Historical retelling set in ancient China; a courageous consort is tasked with helping topple a rival kingdom; themes of duty and honor; descriptive and lush writing #staffRA Kristinne: A young Chinese-American couple experiences life in various rental homes; fast-paced; easy-to-read; well-rounded characters Ashton: African-inspired fantasy by a Nigerian author; an overlooked young acolyte summons an evil that starts a war between gods; fast-paced; good characterization https://youtu.be/dSJZ3ntlOdc Watch more extensive reviews on our YouTube channel. Coming soon! Check out a full list of books at MarionLibrary.org. Please remember you can always place a hold if the book has not arrived yet or is currently checked out. new for young readers SPEAKING VOLUMES AUTHOR NAMED Acclaimed author Chris Bohjalian to speak The BookMarks Friends of Marion Public Library and Marion Public Library have contracted with author Chris Bohjalian to be the keynote speaker for the Speaking Volumes fundraising event on Friday, October 24, 2025! Chris Bohjalian is the author of numerous novels, including his newest release, The Jackal’s Mistress. Chris uses his gripping fiction to explore contemporary social issues and how they play out in the lives of ordinary people, as well as to shed light on some of the most important moments in history. He is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of more than two dozen books, and his work has been translated into over 35 languages. Go to MarionOHBookmarks.org to find out more about the Speaking Volumes fundraiser, learn how to purchase tickets, and to check the hours of the volunteer-run BookMarket. Jenny: A dark romance retelling of the story of Aladdin and Jasmine; lots of chemistry and steam; themes of revenge, love, and power; enemies-to-lovers theme; flawed, twisted characters
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