Ella Fitzgerald Sings the Duke Ellington Song Book with Duke Ellington and his Orchestra. This 3-CD collection contains all the material Ella Fitzgerald recorded for her Duke Ellington Song Book project in 1956 and 1957. There is also a wonderful booklet with pictures and background information on Ella and Duke. Some of my favorite songs on the album include “I’m Beginning to See the Light”, “Satin Doll”, “Don’t Get Around Much Anymore” and “Love You Madly”. If you are a fan of Ella and Duke, this album is for you. If you aren’t that familiar with their music, give it a try – it’s hard to resist! Susan
DVD - The Nazi Officer's Wife: How one Jewish woman survived the Holocaust. In 1938, Edith Hahn wanted to be a lawyer and marry her boyfriend but realized that was not going to happen. Edith saw her life slipping away and something incomprehensible taking its place. I cannot imagine watching what you say each moment for fear that if you slip up someone would betray you to the Gestapo. Her story starts in 1938 and chronicles her choices through the Nazi surrender. It gives a vivid picture of what she had to overcome during those years and how she took back her identity after the war. There are several interviews with her daughter telling her struggle growing up with this legacy. Laurie
Prayers for Sale, by Sandra Dallas. Elderly Hennie Comfort befriends a 17 year old newlywed, a recent arrival to the gold mining town of Middle Swan, Colorado. It is 1936, jobs are scarce and hardships are many in the high country. The two women form an unlikely bond over a common love for quilting and Hennie's varied life story comes out. Nancy
The Centurion's Wife, by T. Davis Bunn and Janette Oke. A romance/mystery set in first century Palestine. A Roman centurion is commissioned to investigate the mysterious disappearance of a dead rabbi's body. The powerful personalities who order this quest also arrange the centurion's marriage for their own purposes. Uncovering the facts will yield results none of them could have predicted. Nancy
Touchstone, by Laurie R. King. Set in England in the early 1920's, we are introduced to a society on the verge of change. The working class is rebelling against the upper class and the entire country is on the brink of a strike that could paralyze the nation. Into this upheaval comes an American agent who has tracked a suspected bomber across the Atlantic and enlists the help of a British gentleman with special abilities to corner him. This is a suspenseful tale beautifully told, with engaging characters and a surprise ending that will keep you guessing. Sue
The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Triathlon Training, by Colin Barr and Steve Katai. Triathlon, originating in southern California in the mid 1970’s, is one of the fastest growing sports. This book on triathlon (swim, bike, run) and duathlon (run, bike, run) training is a great starting point for those interested in learning more about these multisport events. Written by two experienced triathletes, Colin and Steve explain the differences between different race lengths and types, and offer practical advice on training, nutrition, equipment, race preparation, and the race itself. If you are interested in the sport as a spectator or as a participant, this book will give you the fundamental knowledge you need! Lori
Ella Fitzgerald Sings the Duke Ellington Song Book with Duke Ellington and his Orchestra. This 3-CD collection contains all the material Ella Fitzgerald recorded for her Duke Ellington Song Book project in 1956 and 1957. There is also a wonderful booklet with pictures and background information on Ella and Duke. Some of my favorite songs on the album include “I’m Beginning to See the Light”, “Satin Doll”, “Don’t Get Around Much Anymore” and “Love You Madly”. If you are a fan of Ella and Duke, this album is for you. If you aren’t that familiar with their music, give it a try – it’s hard to resist! Susan
DVD - The Nazi Officer's Wife: How one Jewish woman survived the Holocaust. In 1938, Edith Hahn wanted to be a lawyer and marry her boyfriend but realized that was not going to happen. Edith saw her life slipping away and something incomprehensible taking its place. I cannot imagine watching what you say each moment for fear that if you slip up someone would betray you to the Gestapo. Her story starts in 1938 and chronicles her choices through the Nazi surrender. It gives a vivid picture of what she had to overcome during those years and how she took back her identity after the war. There are several interviews with her daughter telling her struggle growing up with this legacy. Laurie 
The Centurion's Wife, by T. Davis Bunn and Janette Oke. A romance/mystery set in first century Palestine. A Roman centurion is commissioned to investigate the mysterious disappearance of a dead rabbi's body. The powerful personalities who order this quest also arrange the centurion's marriage for their own purposes. Uncovering the facts will yield results none of them could have predicted. Nancy 
The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Triathlon Training, by Colin Barr and Steve Katai. Triathlon, originating in southern California in the mid 1970’s, is one of the fastest growing sports. This book on triathlon (swim, bike, run) and duathlon (run, bike, run) training is a great starting point for those interested in learning more about these multisport events. Written by two experienced triathletes, Colin and Steve explain the differences between different race lengths and types, and offer practical advice on training, nutrition, equipment, race preparation, and the race itself. If you are interested in the sport as a spectator or as a participant, this book will give you the fundamental knowledge you need! Lori