New Books
October New Books
New books in the library during October 2006
Non-Fiction
Ngamatea: The Land and the People by Hazel Riseborough
The story of the families of Ngamatea, a hill country station in the Rangitikei. The station boundary is on one side the Rangitikei River, on the other the Ngaruroro River. This will be of great interest to Rangitikei locals, especially in the Taihape area.
Battles of the Bible by Chaim Herzog
This is a fascinating and detailed account of battles in Ancient Israel, with lots of illustrations, and archaeological information.
Spy by C.H. (Kit) Bennetts
The story of New Zealand's Cold War spy affair. This is the story of the Wellington spying incident in 1975 when a young Security Intelligence Officer came upon a meeting between a KGB officer, and an unknown man who was later charged with passing information to the Russians.
Over the Mountains of the Sea: Life on the Migrant Ships 1870 - 1885 by David Hastings
This is a very thorough and interesting account of some of the perils of travelling by sea in the late 1800s. It gives details of how they lived at sea, and you have to wonder how so many people actually survived the perilous journey.
Learning the Hard Way! by Matt Bullen
This is the story of a young New Zealander who has written about some of the trials he has faced in his life. He survived several incidents that nearly claimed his life.
Talking with the Red Baron by Peter Kilduff
This biography is written using the personal diaries, squadron records, and official documents. The Red Baron is part of one of the most famous dogfights in history - so it will be interesting to learn a bit more about how he lived.
The White Masai by Corinne Hofmann
This is a wonderful love story about a woman who is on holiday with her boyfriend in Kenya, and fall in love with a Masai warrior. She moves into his tiny hut and the love story begins, this is one of those books that is very hard to put down.
The International Guide to Drinks
This is just the book you need if you want to impress you friends and colleagues with your bartending skills, and knowledge of wine.
Mumbai and Goa: A TimeOut Guide
The 2006 edition is full of places to see, entertainment options, and where to eat. It also explains a bit about India's culture, festivals and people.
Marc Ellis: Crossing the Line
This is a very funny biography, and has been highly recommended by those that have read it so far. Marc Ellis, although his sporting career has ended is still a very high profile person, and this book is full of photos, and stories from his life so far.
Shadow of the Silk Road by Colin Thubron
From the heart of China, through the mountains of Central Asia, across Afghanistan, and the plains of Iran, into Kurdish Turkey. This is an incredible journey to undertake, experiencing all the cultures, Colin Thubron is a great travel writer.
Chewing Gum in Holy Water: Mario Valentini's Childhood in the Abruzzo Mountains by Cheryl Hardacre
Chewing Gum in Holy Water is an intriguing biography of Mario Valentini who grew up in post World War two Italy. A tale of childhood innocence and adventure that evokes the scents and tastes of the region.
Fiction
Under Orders by Dick Francis
Another great horse racing mystery by the very popular Dick Francis.
School for Husbands by Wendy Holden
A witty, high-speed novel, follow the adventures of a married couple as he enrols in "husband school" and tries to win back his wife, who has ideas about replacing him with an eligible millionaire.
Daddy's Girls by Tasmina Perry
Follow the adventures of the Balcon sisters who are London's paparazzi darlings - a tale of celebrity and scandal.
Onwards and Upwards by Lynda Page
Will appeal to the fans of Catherine Cookson and Josephine Cox, an enthralling saga.
Bright Day Dawning by Anna Jacobs
The author of "Price of Lancashire" part of the Preston Family Saga.
Small Holes in the Silence by Patricia Grace
A collection of short stories by this famous New Zealand author.
February Flowers by Fan Wu
Set in China this is the story of two very different girls who meet and become friends and how their lives unfold.
Morrigan's Cross by Nora Roberts
A new novel by this bestselling author, this book is part of The Circle Trilogy and is set in 12th century Ireland. A must-read for all fans of historical novels.
The Boleyn Inheritance by Philippa Gregory
This book is part of Philippa Gregory's Tudor Court novels; it is set in 16th century London in the court of Henry VIII.
The Girls by Lori Lansens
The story of conjoined twins Rose and Ruby, who are joined at the head. This is a remarkable novel about their lives, and how they manage to live their lives together.
The Prisoner of Guantanamo by Dan Fesperman
A fictional murder-mystery set in the now infamous real world US military prison Guantanamo Bay. Powerful, suspenseful and hugely topical in today's world.
The Lydgate Widow by Alexandra Connor
In the tradition of Catherine Cookson, The Lydgate Widow tells the story of Adele Ford and her struggles with love and family circumstance in 1930s England.
Dragon's Fire: A New Adventure of Pern by Anne and Todd McCaffrey
Continuing on from Anne's incredibly popular Sci Fi series, Dragon's Fire centres on the children of the 'shunned', innocent of the crimes that have condemned their parents to exile and now vulnerable to the return of the lethal "thread".
The Godmother by Carrie Adams
The Godmother tells the tale of Tessa King - Godmother to four but no ties of her own. Will her desire for her own happy ever after be a fairy tale?
Yours Faithfully by Sheila O'Flanagan
The story of the collision between two very different women, Iona Brannock and Sally Harper, who have much more in common than they thought possible.
In Distant Fields by Charlotte Bingham
A family saga set on the eve of the outbreak of World War One, where the harsh realities of war invade a once privileged and idyllic lifestyle.
Welcome to the Real World by Carole Matthews
A love story set in the tough world of the music industry. Fern Kendal is looking for her "big break" and Evan David is the big star that just needs a break!
The Mission Song by John leCarre
The author of The Constant Gardener continues to compel with his latest novel. Bruno Salvador, an expert in minority African languages is caught between the Western world and his East Congolese roots.
Whitethorn Woods by Maeve Binchy
Maeve Binchy's latest novel centres on the people of Rossmore, a sleepy Irish village threatened by the encroachment of modernity. The Well of St Ann will disappear if the new bypass is built. Is it just a load of old superstition of is the well a real spiritual hotspot?
The Secret of Crickley Hall by James Herbert
A novel of the supernatural, James Herbert's latest novel centres on the Caleigh family searching for respite in the north of Devon. However, they instead find themselves unravelling the secret horror of the old, empty house in Devil's Cleave - Crickley Hall.
The Mayor of Lexington Avenue by James Sheehan
A Legal thriller set in Florida, The Mayor of Lexington Avenue centres on trial lawyer Jack Tobin, a New York native who has a debt to pay to an old friend in Miami. A cracking thriller by a debut novelist.
Seven Ancient Wonders by Matthew Reilly
An action adventure like no other, Seven Ancient Wonders leads us on a journey to find the disparate parts of a hidden power through each of the ancient wonders of the world. Equal parts Indiana Jones and James Bond!
Echo Park by Michael Connelly
Harry Bosch returns in Michael Connelly's new thriller centring on a cold case from 1993. It was the case he couldn't solve, but now Bosch gets a second chance with the apparent confession of an already convicted murderer.
Cover of Night by Linda Howard
An engaging blend of suspense and romance, Linda Howard's latest novel tells the tale of Cate Nightingale, a guest-house operator and Cal Harris who makes a stunning conversion from shy handy man to hero when a gang of thieves take Cate's guests hostage.
20 October 2006
