Spanish Peaks Library District

"Jane and her fiancé, Edwin, are headed to the North Carolina coast for a much-needed vacation. Their harborside loft has floor-to-ceiling bookcases and breathtaking views, but Jane's hopes of exploring the town with her man are stymied when Edwin steps on a stingray. Things take an even less romantic turn when Jane stumbles across a dead body . . . Instead of taking leisurely beach strolls, Jane is suddenly on a literary chase through time, unearthing...

"It was one of the most searing images of the twentieth century: two young boys, two princes, walking behind their mother's coffin as the world watched in sorrow--and horror. As Diana, Princess of Wales, was laid to rest, billions wondered what the princes must be thinking and feeling--and how their lives would play out from that point on. For Harry, this is that story at last. With its raw, unflinching honesty, Spare is a landmark publication full...

"Adventurous and open-minded, newlyweds Bridget and Roman are determined to keep their relationship exciting. So, when they meet married swingers Corinne and Patrick, they're instantly drawn to their carefree glamour and warm promise of friendship. And after swapping spouses for one passionate, exhilarating night, Bridget and Roman feel fulfilled and closer together than ever... Until Corinne and Patrick start turning possessive, wanting more of...

"From the bestselling author of My Lovely Wife comes a reckless, delicious thriller about a young couple that gives a whole new meaning to the dangers of modern dating. Ivy and Wes know they are meant to be. There's no other way to describe the feelings they have for each other except to blame it on fate and being soul mates. What starts with a first date, then a first kiss, turns into an intensely passionate love affair that neither of them will...

Violet Perry is living the quintessential life of luxury in the Hollywood Hills, with David, her rock-an-roll manager husband, and her darling toddler, Dot. She has the perfect life - except that she's deeply unhappy. David expects the work of Violet but gives little of himself in return. When she meets Teddy, a roguish small-time bass player, Violet comes alive and soon she's risking everything for the chance to find herself again. Also in the picture...

Based on a powerful true story, it follows the journey of a young engaged couple who make the difficult decision to accelerate their wedding in the wake of a devastating discovery. In a race against time, they launch a crowdfunding campaign that spreads the story of their inspiring love far and wide to help create their dream wedding. This year, love like there's no tomorrow.

In Wonderful Marriage, Lilo and Gerard Leeds share the essentials that all great relationships, including their own 50+year marriage, have in common. From sex to communication, the Leeds discuss all aspects of marriage, offering profound insight and thoughtful advice to help couples improve and maintain their relationships. The Leeds focus on what they term "the Big Six"-Religion, Money, Sex, Children, Recreation, and Acceptable Behavior-covering...

An empty nest has Ingrid Christiansen dreading the upcoming holidays, but her husband, John, could not be more excited about this new season of life.

There are all sorts of marriages. Evelyn has been married to her husband for forty years, since he slipped off her first wedding ring and put his own in its place. Delphine has seen the highs of seduction and the spitefulness that descends when it's over. James knows his wife's family thinks she could have done better; while Kate, partnered with Dan for a decade, has vowed never to have a wedding. As these lives and marriages unfold, we meet Frances...

Developed by experts in the fields of early childhood and activism against injustice, this topic-driven board book offers clear, concrete language and beautiful imagery that young children can grasp and adults can leverage for further discussion. While young children are avid observers and questioners of their world, adults often shut down or postpone conversations on complicated topics because it's hard to know where to begin. Research shows that...