Staff Picks for March 2026

Amee: The Killing Stones by Ann Cleeves

The latest in the Detective Jimmy Perez/Shetland series by Ann Cleeves. Jimmy Perez has moved from Shetland with his partner, Willow, and son James. Due to their jobs, both Jimmy and Willow are drawn into the murder of a good friend. Will solving the murder bring harm or help to the family?

Jennifer: Angel Unaware by Dale Evans Rogers.

A1953 book by Dale Evans Rogers, the wife of Roy Rogers, that tells the story of their daughter, Robin Elizabeth, who had Down syndrome and died at age two. Written from the perspective of Robin looking down from heaven, the book details her short life and how she brought her parents closer to God, changing the way America viewed children with special needs at a time when most of these children were put in institutions.

Forgotten Home Child by Genevieve Graham.

Inspired by true events, The Forgotten Home Child is a moving and heartbreaking novel about place, belonging, and family. The story is told in two timelines, following the protagonist, Winny, as a child and as an elderly woman revealing her past to her granddaughter. The novel inspired by the real-life British Home Children, a system that sent impoverished children from the UK to Canada for a new life,

Karen: The Last Showgirl (DVD)

After working for a Vegas show for 30 years, a showgirl faces an uncertain future after it closes down.

Dawn: Dear Debbie by Freida McFadden

I loved Freida McFadden's newest book! It has fantastic "Freida" style plot twists and a great ending. It's a fun one!

Megan: Plenty of Pancakes by Carrie Finison 

Topsy’s friend LouAnn the bear has been asleep all winter.  She wants to make a “Welcome Spring” breakfast for LouAnn when she wakes up. As she makes the pancakes they keep disappearing. Can Topsy figure out who’s eating the pancakes before she runs out? Read and find out!