 Sam DuChamp is the author of spy thrillers that sell, but he's no Tom Clancy. He invents a new character, Quichotte, an aging representative of a pharmaceutical company obsessed with reality TV. He has fallen in love with the host of a young daytime TV show and is convinced that she will feel the same. He even imagines a son, Sancho, into existence, and they climb into Quichotte's beat-up car, heading toward New York City on a surreal journey to meet his future bride—without knowing that she has secrets of her own. The narrative switches between Sam and Quichotte, who are more alike than not, showing that Sam is using his character to work out his own demons. Or perhaps, where does fiction end and reality begin?
I loved this book. LOVED. Reserve the book here or download the audiobook with your SPL card here. Aimee Clark, IT Librarian
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 Patricia McCormick’s Sold tells the heartbreaking story of Lakshmi, a 13-year-old girl from Nepal who is unknowingly sold into human trafficking. The book is written in short, poetic vignettes that make it a fast read, but don’t be fooled—it packs an emotional punch.
McCormick doesn’t sugarcoat anything, and that’s part of what makes Sold so powerful. It’s raw, gut-wrenching, and painfully real. She did her research, interviewing survivors and aid workers, and you can feel that authenticity in every page. The book doesn’t just highlight the horrors of trafficking; it also shows incredible resilience and the fight for survival. Unsurprisingly, Sold has been banned in many schools. Some claim it's too graphic or inappropriate for young readers, but honestly, that’s the point. Human trafficking is a harsh reality, and books like this shine a light on an issue that people often prefer to ignore. Instead of banning it, we should be talking about it. Yes, it’s a tough read. Yes, it will probably make you cry. But it’s also one of the most important books you’ll ever pick up. If you like stories that challenge you and open your eyes to real-world issues, Sold is absolutely worth reading. Reserve the book at the library or get the eBook or audiobook at the library. Aimee Clark, IT Librarian |
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